El Chicano 3 15 18 by IECN

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THIS WEEK

Gloria’s Cor ner

Dolor es Huer ta: ‘Change star ts right here!’

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ANTHONY VICTORIA

Dolores Huerta to Cal State San Bernardino students: “There is a way that we could end a lot of the Rodriguez named that are happening in our country right now. And we can start right here in the university. We issues “Woman of the Year” by have the structure, but we need to change the content.” Do you agree? 47th Assembly

By Anthony Victoria

Huerta, 87, said standing up to corporations through an economic revolution will prevent the middle and working class from suffering further setbacks.

towards President Donald Trump, who she accused of trying to devalue the economic and social struggles of ethnic minorities through policies.

ivil rights and labor leader Dolores Huerta’s address to Cal State San Bernardino students last “As an organizer, I see this as a Wednesday focused on what she believes will be a solution to many The United Farm Workers leader great opportunity,” Huerta said aimed a lot of her criticism of the nation’s woes. Huerta, cont. on next page

Virginia Marquez to ‘retire’ from SB Council; not running for re-election

ICUC hosts Hope and Heal Appreciation Dinner

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First Ward Councilwoman Virginia Marquez poses with City Attorney Gary Saenz while they were discussing the Food Fest event last year. Marquez will not be running for re-election in this year's June primary.

By Anthony Victoria

an Bernardino Councilwoman Virginia Marquez told IECN earlier Friday that she will not be running for re-election.

It means that for the first time in eight years, the First Ward will have a new representative.

“I’ve never stopped working,” said Marquez, who spent nearly

30 years working for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation and several more years volunteering with Congressman Joe Baca. Marquez, cont. on next page

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Aguilar holds Roundtable for Inland Empir e small businesses

ep. Pete Aguilar (D-San Bernardino) convened his small business advisory board Tuesday for a roundtable discussion about some of the challenges facing local businesses in San Bernardino County and ways small businesses can benefit from federal programs. The meeting also afforded the Inland Empire’s small business community an opportunity to provide feedback on Rep. Aguilar’s legislative efforts to help grow small businesses and create jobs in the region. The advisory board was established after Rep. Aguilar released his Inland Empire Jobs Plan in the 114th Congress, and met for the first time in April of 2016. “Growing up in the Inland Empire, I’ve always been amazed by the resilience of our small businesses, which serve as the bedrock for our local economy,” said Aguilar. He continued, “From creating jobs to providing spaces for the community to come together, these business leaders are an integral part of what makes us proud to call the Inland Empire home.” Bud Weisbart, Vice President of AR Tech, commented that the conversation focused on “the driving force of our economy, which is basically the development of small businesses.” He added, “We dealt with issues that have to do with finance, that have to do with housing, have to do with the development of jobs in this area, all of which are critical.” This roundtable is the latest in Rep. Aguilar’s ongoing effort to help revitalize the Inland Empire economy by making federal resources available to small businesses in the community.

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In-kind donations needed for 15th Annual Mr. Cardinal City Ambassador Program

n April 7, more than a dozen young men will compete for the chance to represent San Bernardino High School (SBHS) as Mr. Cardinal City 2018–2019. The contestants, all SBHS juniors, will take to the Sturges Center for the Fine Arts stage at 6 p.m. to demonstrate their community pride, school spirit, and charity work. “Since the very beginning, every Mr. Cardinal has demonstrated excellence in academics, behavior, and community service,” Mr. Cardinal City ambassador program founder and director Jamie Rios said. “It’s my hope that everyone in our community will see what I see and are willing to support these young men.” Mr. Cardinal represents the high

school at local events with co-royalty Miss Cardinal City. The pageants were named to honor San Bernardino High’s status as a chartered city, Cardinal City. Local businesses and community groups interested in supporting the 15th annual pageant should contact Jamie Rios, bilingual school outreach worker, at jamie.rios@sbcusd.com. According to Rios, in-kind donations would be especially appreciated. Tickets for the April 7 Mr. Cardinal City Ambassador Program are $7 pre-sale and $10 at the door. Tickets are available from any contestant and Jamie Rios. Doors open at 5 p.m. and the event begins at 6 p.m. at Sturges Center for the Fine Arts, 780 North E Street in San Bernardino.

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Mr. cardinal city contestants in front of the san Bernardino high school theater.

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Rialto and college district par tnership of fers night/weekend Wa t e r S u p p l y Te c h n o l o g y c o u r s e t o I n l a n d r e s i d e n t s

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After three years of planning, the city of rialto and the san Bernardino community college District (sBccD) celebrated their official partnership in offering Water supply technology courses in downtown rialto to inland residents beginning next thursday, Mar. 22. the course is purposely offered in the evening and weekend to accommodate those who work. pictured are sBccD chancellor Bruce Baron and rialto Mayor Deborah Robertson signing the Mou between Valley college and the city of rialto during the kickoff ceremony at the rialto resource Learning center, where the classes will take place.

By Maryjoy Duncan

he city of Rialto and the San Bernardino Community College District (SBCCD) have partnered to offer, for the first time, a weekend satellite course in Water Supply Technology off-campus at the city’s

Resource Learning Center, 141 S. Riverside Ave. Instruction will be conducted by San Bernardino Valley College professors who are also water industry professionals. Classes are 8 weeks and will take place Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings beginning next Thursday, Mar. 22.

“It takes the right group of people who share a vision of bringing education to a community,” said SBCCD Chancellor Bruce Baron. This collaboration was a threeyear endeavor with the goal of bringing qualified entry-level individuals to fill in-demand positions in the water industry. Huerta

about the nation’s state of affairs. “People will finally realize we’ve got to stop it.” “There is a way that we could

Marquez

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Dolores Huerta and san Bernardino community college District Board trustee and iecn publisher Gloria Macias Harrison.

“It was time for me to retire.” Marquez, 62, was elected into office back in November 2009 and was re-elected into a second term in 2013. During her tenure, Marquez has been assigned to an array of committees that have addressed issues with blight and crime in the city. Among Marquez’s focuses was tackling homelessness. As Mayor Pro Tempore in 2014, Marquez helped institute a Homeless Action Plan to try to reduce the num-

According to SBVC Faculty Chair Melita Caldwell-Betties, the passage of the Clean Water Act in 1972 spurred a mass entrance of employment into water treatment, but with Baby Boomers retiring, a mass exodus of knowledge is leaving the industry nationwide. “The goal is to bring a qualified end a lot of the issues that are happening in our country right now,” Huerta told the crowd inside the Santos Manuel Student Union. “And we can start right here in the university. We have the structure, but we need to change the con-

ber of encampments in the downtown area and worked with nonprofit organizations and churches to serve those who have been displaced. Because of her homeless advocacy, Marquez was recognized as Woman of the Year by the California State Assembly in 2016. According to the San Bernardino County Registrar of Voters office, five people have submitted paperwork to compete for Marquez’s seat in the June primary election. As of March 9, only two of those candidates--Miguel Rivera and

knowledge pool at entry level, at least, to substitute for the leadership vacuum,” said Caldwell-Betties. “We want students to become industry certified, qualified for internships, or go on to college.” Mayor Deborah Robertson expressed her enthusiasm for this new opportunity available to all Inland residents. “There are so many career opportunities in the water industry which has become so advanced in technology,” she said. Salaries for entry-level positions generally range between $55,000$83,000. The course will cover disciplines in water and wastewater treatment operations, wastewater collection, water distribution and water use efficiency. For those interested in enrolling in the course, please visit the SBVC website at www.valleycollege.edu to register as a student in order to access the Web Advisor from where the Water Supply Technology course can be selected. “This is another step where we are able to provide opportunities for our students,” said San Bernardino Community College District Board Vice President Gloria Macias Harrison. “By offering evening and weekend classes we’re able to serve those who are employed.” tent.”

Students were also able to ask questions regarding Dolores Huerta’s experiences and struggles. Teddy Sanchez--are qualified to begin their campaigns. She’s not backing anyone, at least not yet, Marquez explained. However, she hopes whoever replaces her has the community’s best interest at heart. “It’s a little premature to make that assessment,” Marquez said about her possible replacement. “But I think it’s good that there’s a big list. People need to start stepping up and become more involved. I’m hoping that all of them are running for the right reasons.”

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Theater, 1135 Church Street, Redlands, presents the musical “The Snow Queen: A Frozen Fairytale”. Performances of the classic Hans Christian Andersen story are Friday’s at 7:30 p.m.; Saturdays at 2:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sundays at 2:15 p.m. tickets may be purchased by calling 909.335.3037 or online at boxoffice.lifehousetheater.com.

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Workshops:

Saturday, March 17 - PoetrIE presents “Sin Filtro”: Workshop, Readings and Conversations at 5:00 p.m. at the Garcia Center for the Arts, 536 W. 11th Street, San Bernardino. The workshop is free and led by poet Cynthia Guardado. To register visit PoetrIEfacebook.

Concert:

Sunday, March 18 - Congregation Emanu El Redlands, 1495 Ford Street, presents the Fifth Annual Cantor’s Concert celebrating the centennial year of Leonard Bernstein’s birth. In addition to the music of Bernstein, songs by American songwriter Irving Berlin and songs by the Beatles will also be featured. Cantors from SoCal will join Cantor Jennifer Bern-Vogeland, the Congregation Emanu El Choir and students. For ticket information call: 909.307.0400.

March 19; April 2, 9, and 16 AARP Tax Aide will provide free tax preparation from 9:00 a.m. to Exhibits: 12:00 p.m. to all seniors by appointment only at the Joslyn Center, 21 Now - May 19 - the Robert and Grant Street, Redlands. For inforFrances Fullerton Museum of Art ( mation and to make an appointment RAFFMA) at Cal State San call 909.798.7550. Bernardino presents “All Too Human: The Art of Mark StrickMarch 21 and 28; April 4 and 11 land”. The exhibit will feature emo- AARP Tax Aide will provide free tional and moving artwork tax preparation to all seniors by highlighting Strickland’s longtime appointment only from 9:00 a.m. to exploration of the human condition. 12:00 p.m. at the Redlands ComIn conjunction with the exhibition, munity Center, 111 W. Lugonia. For an Artist Talk is slated for Thursday, information and to make an apApril 19 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. and pointment call: 909.798.7579. will include a mix of music, discussion and live painting. For informaThursday, March 22 - the San tion call 909.537.3373 or email Bernardino Master Food Preserver smaclean@csusb.edu. Program through the University of California Agriculture and Natural Now - December 11 - the CaliforResources present Tea Time from nia State University San Bernardino 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Cooperative Anthropology Dept. presents Extension, 777 East Rialto Ave, San “InlDignity” an exhibit aimed at Bernardino. For a minimal fee atexploring and dismantling intolertendees will learn how to prepare ance through the experiences of Inand host a tea party. For information land Empire residents. In/Dignity contact Pat Malone at 909.387.2194 takes its title from a double entendre or email pmalone@ucanr.edu. simultaneously reading as a single word - indignity - and two separate Theatre: words - in dignity. These two meanings capture precisely what Now to March 25 - LifeHouse the exhibit examines: experiences

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with oppression, discrimination, bigotry, exclusion, stigma, and prejudice, and simultaneously the pride and self-respect that is necessary for everyone facing injustice. The Museum is located in the university’s College of Social and Behavioral Sciences building’s third floor, room SB-306. The Museum is open 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday. For information and to arrange tours call the museum director at 909.537.5505 or visit: https://csbs.csusb.edu/anthropolgymuseum. Admission is free, parking is $6.00.

Now to December 30 - the Riverside Art Museum, 3425 Mission Inn Ave, presents Jaime Guerrero l Contemporary Relics: A Tribute to the Makers. This exhibit by glass sculptor gives museum visitors a glimpse into early Mesoamerican life and art. This exhibit is part of The Cheech @RAM series of exhibits leading to the opening of The Cheech Marin Center for Chicano Arts, Culture & Industry In 2020. For information visit: www.RiversideArtMuseum.org.

Golf: Saturday, March 24 - the EOP Alumni Chapter at Cal State San Bernardino will hold its EOP 6th Annual Golf Tournament at Jurupa Hills Country Club, 6161 Moraga Ave, Riverside. Registration and practice begin at 10:30 a.m. followed by Shotgun start at noon and dinner, awards and opportunity drawings at 5:00 p.m. For information visit: alumni.csusb.edu.

March, 2018 - Women’s History Month Save the Date:

Friday, March 16 - the Garcia Center, 536 West 11th Street, San Bernardino presents Paakuma “Shorty” Tawinit's presentation on the Serrano Indian People History and Culture at 6:00 p.m. Tawinit is a member of the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and a cultural presenter working with the San Manuel Education Department to educate the broader community. Both traditional and contemporary aspects of the Serrano culture, music and lifestyle will be discussed. The Serrano Indians are

among the first citizens of San Bernardino highlands, mountains, passes and valleys.

Saturday, March 17 - San Bernardino Youth Baseball’s 2018 Opening Day is at 9:00 a.m. at Sal Saavedra Field, 1500 West 8th Street. This family friendly event will feature food, music, fun and games. Saturday, March 17 - the Colton Joint United School District in partnership with Inlandia Institute, City of Colton and San Bernardino County Library presents Family Reading Con from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Gonzales Community Center, 670 Colton Ave. This family friendly event is the first of its kind in the region and features award-winning authors, storytellers, puppeteers and hands-on activities.

Sunday, March 18 - the Tzu Chi Foundation will hold a Free Food Distribution at Indian Springs High School, 650 North Del Rosa Drive, San Bernardino from 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. Distribution is on a firstcome, first-served basis and participants are urged to bring their own shopping bags. For information call: 909.447.7799 x 455.

Monday, March 19 - the Tzu Chi Foundation will hold a Free Food Distribution at Jones Elementary School, 700 North F Street, San Bernardino from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m. Distribution is on a first-come, firstserved basis and participants are urged to bring their own shopping bags. For information call: 909.447.7799 x 455.

Monday, March 19 - the A.K. Smiley Library presents musicians Simon Petty and Emily Moore of Ruled by Venus in Celebration of St. Patrick’s Day at 6:00 p.m. in the Assembly Room of the Library, 125 W. Vine Street, Redlands. The duo will perform traditional fiddlebased Irish folk music. Admission is free.

Saturday, March 24 - the 2018 San Bernardino Arts Fest is slated from 12:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at San Manuel Stadium, 280 South E Street. This family friendly event will feature art, crafts, music performances, food trucks and more. Admission and parking is free and security will be present throughout

the event. For information visit: www.Facebook.com/SBArtsFest or www.SBCity.org/SBartsFest.

Saturday, March 24 - the Youth Action Project (YAP) presents Cesar Chavez YAP Talk & Day of Service: Si Se Puede at San Bernardino High School Auditorium, 1850 North E Street from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For information call: Nia Bush or Chris Lopez at 909.754.3242 or email: nbush@youthactionproject.org

Saturday, March 24 - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. Phi Mu Zeta Chapter presents Finer Womanhood Luncheon from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Grace Vargas Senior Center, 1411 S. Riverside Ave, Rialto. This event honors woman trailblazers in the community. Receiving recognition are: Lois Carson, Mayor Acquanetta Warren, Kim Carter, Dina Walker and Dr. April Clay. Tickets are available at Eventbrite.

Tuesday, March 27 - the Colton, Grand Terrace and Loma Linda Chambers of Commerce present Tri City Mixer from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Ashley Furniture, 855 Ashley Way, Colton. This free networking event is open to the public with refreshments, vendor booths and prizes. For information call: Nelie Gutierrez at 909.825.2222 or email neli@coltonchamber.org. Favorite Quote:

“You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You are able to say to yourself, ‘I lived through this horror. I can take the next thing that comes along.’ . . . You must do the thing you think you cannot do.”

- Eleanor Roosevelt, First Lady of the United States

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Tra in D ays! Rolls back to count y m useums

amilies and kids from all over the Inland Empire region join model train enthusiasts and locomotive lovers gathering at the San Bernardino County Museum in Redlands and Victor Valley Museum in Apple Valley for Train Days, April 7 through 15. This popular annual event features intricate, operating model trains and family programming. This year’s event is sponsored by the San Bernardino County Museum and Conductor/Supervisor Curt Hagman. At the Redlands museum, model train layouts will be running throughout the museum and a trackless train will be available for ticketed rides on the weekends. Train clubs participating include the ZoCal Z-scale Group, N-Land Pacific Modular Club, Green River Junction Railroad, Pacific Coast Modular Club, and the Orange County N'Gineers who will be leading instructions on module building for visitors. Additional family programming is scheduled

cial time of year for us to host these amazing makers of train artistry, and we love seeing the

on weekends between 12 and 4 p.m. Food will be available for purchase on Saturdays and Sundays. At Victor Valley Museum, the Antelope Valley N-scalers return and will be joined by a local group of train enthusiasts who will add a second layout in the galleries. In addition, a trackless train will be available for ticketed rides, and

other family activities on the weekends. Train Days at this county museum branch in Apple Valley will be open the weekend of April 7 and 8, and reopen Wednesday, April 11–April 15. The Victor Valley Museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. “All aboard again at the County Museum!” said Melissa Russo, the Museum’s director. “It’s a spe-

faces of visitors exploring the tiny transportation cities that these clubs have built.”

OPINION&LETTERS

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Fifty years later, IECN continues to be ‘Una ventana para la comunidad’

Anthony Victoria

t was fifty years ago that our newspaper was birthed through the vision of providing underserved and underrepresented communities local news that related best to them. The Civil Rights Movement was at its climax in 1968. People of color all over the U.S. were fighting for inclusion in education and the workforce. In San Bernardino, where public schools and places were segregated well into the 1970s, a push for social change was demanded and took place through the leadership of stalwarts like Frances Grice and Graciano Gomez. And in the thick of that fight for social justice were the reporters of a small ethnic media publication that prided itself on providing a voice for the voiceless. Teachers, activists, and other professionals volunteered their time as editors, photographers, and reporters to bring to life the experiences of Chicanos. The El Chicano Weekly, founded by sisters Gloria Macias Harrison and Marta Macias, helped bring the news of huelgas, political victories, and community accomplishments to hundreds across the region.

It was truly “Una ventana para la comunidad”--a window open for the community to share its most precious and trying moments. So fifty years gone, where do we stand? Where do we go from here? In some ways, we’re right back where we began. Like in the 1960s, our country’s most marginalized residents again face discrimination from the highest echelons of the political order. The rise of digital media and shrinking newsrooms has made it extremely challenging for small news publications to compete with news corporations. But like in the past, the Inland Empire Community News group, which consists of the El Chicano, Colton Courier, and Rialto Record Weekly publications, has learned to adapt to the challenges of time. Shrunken newsrooms dwindled the size of our staff. We’ve dealt with that issue through adopting new professional skills and business practices to better inform our followers. Learning to produce video and audio content, while more tedious than a newsprint story, has only served to strengthen our storytelling. And we’re working on increasing our subscriptions by encouraging more engagement and participation from people on social media. We encourage residents to submit press releases and photos of events they want to promote. The challenge moving forward will be staying relevant in a corporate-dominated media market. Your stories of perseverance, hardship, determination, success, and pride will continue to stand out from trite traditional narratives. While we face many challenges, I’m confident that with your help we can spend another fifty years being that “ventana” for the Inland Empire.

New Medicare cards coming!

By Greg Dill

Starting in April 2018, Medicare will mail new Medicare cards to all people with Medicare, to help protect you from identity fraud.

Fraudsters are always looking for ways to get your Social Security number, so we’re removing those numbers from Medicare cards to make them safer. Your new card will have a new Medicare number that’s unique to you. The new card will help protect your identity and keep your personal information more secure. You can start using your new card as soon as you get it. Your Medicare coverage and benefits won’t change at all.

Medicare will automatically mail your new card -- at no cost -- to the address you have on file with Social Security. So make sure your mailing address is up to date. If your address needs to be corrected, contact Social Security at ssa.gov/myaccount or 1-800772-1213. TTY users can call 1800-325-0778.

If Social Security has your current mailing address, there’s nothing else you need to do to receive your new card.

Mailing everyone a new card will take time. Your card might arrive at a different time than your friend’s or neighbor’s.

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Once you get your new Medicare card, take these three steps to make it harder for someone to steal your information and identity: 1. Destroy your old Medicare card right away. 2. Doctors, other health care providers, and health plans approved by Medicare know Medicare is replacing the old cards. They are ready to accept your new card when you need care. 3. Beware of anyone who contacts you and asks for your new Medicare number, personal information, or to pay a fee for your new card. There are no charges whatsoever for the new cards.

Guard your card. Treat your new Medicare number like you treat your Social Security or credit card numbers. Only give your new Medicare number to doctors, pharmacists, insurers, or other people you trust to work with Medicare on your behalf. Medicare will never call you uninvited and ask you to give us personal or private information to get your new Medicare card.

Scam artists may try to get personal information (like your current Medicare number) by contacting you about your new card. If someone asks you for your information, or for money, or threatens to cancel your health benefits if you don’t share your personal information, hang up and call us at 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).

Your new Medicare card will be paper. Paper cards are easier for many providers to use and copy, and they save taxpayers a lot of money. Plus, you can print your own replacement card if you need one.

Carry your new card and show it to your health care providers. Doctors, other providers, and health care facilities will ask for your new Medicare card when you need care.

If you forget your new card, you, your doctor, or other health care provider may be able to look up your new Medicare number online.

If you’re in a Medicare Advantage plan (like an HMO or PPO), your Medicare Advantage plan ID card is your main card for Medicare – you should still keep and use it whenever you need care. However, you also may be asked to show your new Medicare card, so you should carry this card with you, too.

If you don’t get your new Medicare card by April 2019, call 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800633-4227). TTY users can call 1877-486-2048.

Greg Dill is Medicare’s regional administrator for Arizona, California, Nevada, Hawaii, and the Pacific Territories. You can always get answers to your Medicare questions by calling 1800-MEDICARE (1-800-6334227).

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Wor ds to Live B y: Russ ian or gan ized cr im e op er ate s j ust about ever ywh er e

Dr. Bill Abersold

he Russian Mafia has a reputation challenging the Sicilian Mafia in the United States. It is equally brutal and well organized. One estimate states there are over 300,000 members from Russia in the United States, right now.

The Russian Mafia also goes by the name of The Odessa or Bratva Mafia. The group established itself in the Brighton Beach of New York City between 1975 and 1981. There are a number of major cities that have a significant number beside New York City: Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Miami, Los Vegas, Philadelphia, and Kansas City among them. Groups like the Haitians, Salvadorians, the Armenian, Mexican Mafia, Polish Mafia are second fiddle to them. Many of the smaller groups have become subservient to the Russian Mafia.

The crimes are typical: Drugs, Prostitution, White Slavery, with a more recent vicious crime of stealing young babies and selling them to wealthy people. The going price is about $100,000.

“On June 7, 2017, 33 Russian Mafia affiliated and members were arrested and charged by the FBI, U.S. Customs and Border Protection and NYPD, for: Extortion, Racketeering, Illegal gambling, Firearm offenses, Narcotic trafficking, Wire fraud, Credit card fraud, Identity theft, Casino slot machine fraud, Using electronic hacking devices, Murder for hire.”

The list goes on and on. According to the prosecution, this was the first arrest against a Russian mafia group.

Then on February 19, 2018, 18 defendants were accused of laundering over $62 million through Real Estate and one of Russia’s largest insurance companies. The accused stood trial in Spain.

Unfortunately, Russian organized crime operates just about everywhere.

The money trail is interesting. For example. Prostitution. The ladies in Vegas can earn about $10,000 per night. She keeps $500.00, the pimp gets $750.00, the Mafia gets $8,750.00. The Mafia sends $6,750.00 to Moscow for Vladimir Putin. He is considered one of the richest men in the world.

More money is gained by way of DRUGS than any other illegal venture. Their abuse and addiction has been a social problem in America for well over 100 years. Unfortunately, illegal drugs were first introduced by doctors as legal prescription medications.

Did you know that marijuana was grown in Jamestown settlers around 1600? Before the Civil

War the U.S. government sold it for revenue. In the 1800’s there were plantations that grew it. During Prohibition days, it became a substitute for alcohol. It is also legal in many States as medical marijuana. California is one of them.

The drug AMPHETAMINE became popular in the 1920’s and was taken by soldiers in World War II to combat fatigue and depression. In the 1930’s its name was changed to Benzedrine. It was and is commonly used to stay awake by truck drivers and students to help them study.

Cocaine was a popular medical drug in Europe for decades before it became popular in America. In 1886, Coca-Cola was introduced. It contained syrup derived from coco leaves. By 1902 there were an estimated 200,000 cocaine addicts. It was outlawed in 1914.

Then came Crack Cocaine in about 1985. It became known as the Crack Epidemic and was popular among hippies.

The U.S. was next hit by LSD during the 1950’s. It was called the “truth drug” because it was used to make prisoners talk. LSD was made illegal in 1966 and the black market emerged.

The opiate, including morphine and heroin, both became the drugs of choice in smoking and snorting.

The U.S. is now involved in an OPIOID EPIDEMIC, and it is a crisis. Drug overdoses have become the leading cause of death of Americans under the age of 50, with two thirds of these deaths from opioids.

In 2016, over 64,000 Americans died from overdoses which was 11,000 more than in 2015. Amazingly this is more deaths from opioid overdose than from both car accidents and guns. Public Health experts estimate that nationally over 500,000 people will die from the epidemic over the next 10 years.

Unfortunately, the opioid drug is available in prescription and nonprescription form. It is described as “a diverse class of a moderately strong painkillers.” The various forms include: Oxycodone, Percocet, Oxycontin, Hydrocode and Fentanyl, which is a very strong pain killer.

The rapid rise of overdosed deaths from opioids were fewer than 3,000 in 1970. There were fewer than 5,000 deaths recorded in 1988. This is tragic compared to the aforementioned 64,000.

The real danger is that drug dealers “cut” the strength without the users knowing the strength of the drug. Death is quick. THE IN-

FORMATION IN THIS ARTICLE WAS TAKEN FROM SEVERAL PUBLICATIONS.

I met an unusual man the other day. He lives with constant pain. Ten years ago, he was run off the road by a tow truck. Seven ribs were broken, his heart was bruised, his lungs were crushed, both femurs were broken at the hips and he spent six weeks in the hospital.

The doctors put him on pain killer drugs. For ten years he was an addict of several drugs. The worst was Fentanyl, a derivative of opioid. Two months ago, he decided to rebel. Cold turkey he stopped all of the painkillers. For several weeks he thought of ending it all. He didn’t. Today he is NOT free of pain but rejects the use of drugs. His mind is clear. He works six days a week and meets his obligations. He is a credit to the best in all of us. Amen. Selah. So be it.

Dia na Z . Rodrigue z N am ed 2 0 18 ‘Woma n of the Ye ar ’ by C alif or nia ’s 47 th As se mbl y Distric t

iana Z. Rodriguez, President of San Bernardino Valley College, was named 2018 Woman of the Year by California‘s 47th Assembly District Tuesday, Mar. 13 at a special ceremony in the State Capitol.

In 2017, San Bernardino Valley College graduated the largest class in its 90-year history, thanks in part to initiatives promoted by Rodriguez.

“It is an immense privilege to be recognized among such an out-

She was presented with the award by Assemblymember Eloise Gómez Reyes, who is herself an SBVC alumna.

“Diana is a perfect example of a champion for the Inland Empire,” said Reyes in an announcement on her Facebook page.

The 2018 Woman of the Year Award, which recognizes women in the 47th Assembly District for accomplishments in their respective fields and for their dedication to improving the lives of others, received fifty-two nominations from throughout the community. Nominees came from a variety of different backgrounds, ranging from educators and community advocates to county employees, students, business owners and heads of local nonprofits.

The award is one of several recognitions Rodriguez has re-

ceived in less than two years since becoming the first Latina president of San Bernardino Valley College. In 2017, she received the Legacy of Service Award from the Librería Del Pueblo, a local community services agency.

Rodriguez is a native of Southern California, a second-generation Mexican-American and a first-generation community college student, which mirrors the social and cultural background of a

vast majority of the community college students in the region.

Since assuming leadership of San Bernardino Valley College in 2016, she has established a track record of increasing student enrollment, advocating for institutional innovation and professional development, and successfully mobilizing campus-wide support for student success-related initiatives.

standing group of community leaders,” said Rodriguez. “I am truly honored to be working alongside some of the most passionate community advocates and change-makers in California, without which none of this would be possible.”

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Dinner focuses on continued collaboration between SB of ficials, churches

By Anthony Victoria

he Inland Congregations United for Change held an appreciation dinner Monday to thank San Bernardino city leaders, law enforcement, and school district officials for their help with addressing homicides and suspension rates.

“Education is the key to keeping people out of trouble,” said Deacon Nelson Glass to the crowd at the Diocese of San Bernardino. “We have to get [people] back into schools and into employment.”

Most of the evening’s discussion concentrated on the accomplishments of ICUC and partners, particularly the implementation of the Violence Intervention Program and the reduction of suspension rates and increase in graduation rates.

How to curb homicides is something residents, faith-based leaders, community organizers, city officials, and law enforcement officers have struggled with for decades. There’s been about 530 gun deaths since 2005, said faithbased leader Dawn Thomas.

“The cost of homicide is up,” she said. “It takes a tremendous toll on the livelihood of the community.” Three years ago ICUC and other partners began holding “Common Ground for Peace” walks across

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Inland Congregations United for Change hosted their Hope and Heal Appreciation Dinner to thank San Bernardino city, school, and law enforcement officials for their help with addressing homicides and suspension rates.

Below: San Bernardino City Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden speaking to dozens of people during the Inland Congregations United for Change’s Hope and Heal Appreciation Dinner at the Diocese of San Bernardino on March 12, 2018. the city in hopes of engaging residents on the issue of gun violence. After long discussions, the San Bernardino City Council last year approved a contract to work with California Partnership for Safer Communities (CPSC) to deal with crime and violence.

through the city would use educational, employment programs, or social services to help those atrisk of committing violent crime.

Those programs are not so much focused on enforcement, but more on intervention and prevention. Intervention specialists employed

“You’re never going to make a community what it should be if you think if the police department is fully responsibly to make those

CPSC has helped implement effective Ceasefire programs in high crime areas like Oakland and Stockton.

“The goal is to intervene before criminal behavior begins or relapse occurs,” said Thomas.

San Bernardino Police Chief Jarrod Burguan thanked ICUC for their continuing commitment in making the city a better place.

things happen,” he said. “It only happens when the community is involved, invested, and a part of the solution.” San Bernardino City Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Dale Marsden said six years ago they had among the highest suspension and expulsion rates in the state. Because of ICUC parent volunteers like Elizabeth Romero and other leaders, SBCUSD holds an 89 percent graduation rate. “I look forward to many more years of working to do what’s right for the city,” Marsden said.

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Rialto Woman’s Club holds monthly meeting

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Rialto Rotary Club members were presented with an award by the Woman's Club of Rialto. Standing, from left: Terry Thompson, Barry Valdez, Butch Araiza, Jim Shield, Jim Ott, and Ken IECN PHOTO MARINA ROJAS Shattuck. Seated, from left: Kathy Thompson, Judy Roberts, Lynn Hirtz, Diane Shields, and Bertha Hernandez, Gloria Gaona (honored the Club for their asKathy Holm. sistance in the Seeds of Hope Christmas event), Frances the capitol and speak directly to Lynn Hirtz, Diane Shields and Dominguez, and Kathy Holm, President of the Woman's Club. By Marina Rojas state law makers about issues af- Kathy Holm were presented with n Wednesday, March 7 fecting seniors. All community a Certificate of Recognition for the Woman’s Club of Ri- businesses were encouraged to their efforts. Another award was presented to alto held their monthly participate and several political meeting in which, like most clubs, representatives will be in atten- the Woman’s Club by Gloria Gaona, founder and CEO of Seeds featured financial reports, reading dance. News of the upcoming Fashion of Hope in Colton. Gaona honored of correspondence, news on genShow, to be held on April 21, 2018 the Woman’s Club for their help eral club activities and some details regarding various community was given. This year’s theme will with the annual Seeds of Hope he 18th annual Faith and be Springtime in Paris and tickets Christmas event in which over involvements. Justice Summit, sponsored Workshops will include “Protect400 children were given ChristThe club members were treated are available now. by the National Cops and ing Children from Bullying and At the end of Club business, mas gifts through the generosity Clergy Network Inc. Redlands and Trafficking;” “Trafficking the Dark to reports from several Rialto business professionals, one of there were two presentations of of groups like the Woman’s Club. Yucaipa chapters, is scheduled 8 Web and Use of Bitcoin;” “Police For more information on the up- a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, March 17, and Pastors’ Role in Protecting whom was Albert Calderon, an as- awards. The first award was given to the Rialto Rotary Club for their coming Business Mixer at the at Yucaipa First Assembly Church, Children;” and “Behavioral Health sociate of H & R Realty, who help in upgrading the Woman’s Woman’s Club of Rialto, please 12226 Second St., Yucaipa. shared highlights of a planned Risk in Bullying.” business mixer to be held at the Club of Rialto’s headquarters. Ri- contact Albert Calderon at 626Women’s Club on Tuesday, March alto Rotary members Kathy 373-4962. For more information The theme of this year’s summit The keynote speaker will be Opal 20. He is sponsoring the mixer as Thompson, Terry Thompson, on the Woman’s Club of Rialto is “Cops and Clergy Protect and Singleton, president and CEO of a fundraiser for senior citizens to Butch Araiza, Barry Valdez, Jim please call Kathy Holm at 909- Serve: Stop Bullying and Traffick- Million Kids and director of develmake a trek to Sacramento to visit Shield, Ken Shattuck, Jim Ott, 874-3171. ing.” opment for Rapha House International, dedicated to combating human trafficking in the United States and internationally.

18th annual Cops and Clergy Faith and Justice Summit set

The Cops and Clergy Network’s vision is to save lives by offering training opportunities to police and the community to learn from each other, share and develop relationships.

The Cops and Clergy Network was formed out of an informal coalition which began meeting in the fall of 1998. The Inland Empire Cops and Clergy Network was co-founded by then-Redlands Police Chief Jim Bueermann and Dr. Felix Roger Jones III, Pastor of All People Unity Baptist Church.

The Cops and Clergy Network was formally incorporated under the leadership of President and CEO, Dr. Jones in 2003 to further promote community involvement in police and civic matters.

“I knew if we could just come together as human beings, rather than disparate community groups, something good would happen,” Jones said.

The annual Faith and Justice Summit has addressed issues such as preventing and responding to domestic violence; mobilizing the church, city and community in the event of disaster; and igniting faith-based partnerships, among other topics.

Registration is $25 per person or $125 for a table of six before March 1. After that date, registration is $35 per person or $150 for a table of six. For additional information and registration go to the Cops and Clergy website at www.CopsClergyNetwork.org or call (909) 792-8300.

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Universal Technical Institute launches free summer program

niversal Technical Institute (UTI) is launching Ignite, a free program to train high school juniors in fundamental automotive and diesel technician skills. Participating students receive intensive, hands-on training and are prepared for testing to receive UTI course credit once enrolled. Ignite will be offered at the Rancho Cucamonga campus and each of UTI’s 12 campuses nationwide.

“We’re seeing significant demand for UTI graduates across the transportation sector, and our employer partners tell us they need more trained technicians,” said Roger Speer, president of Universal Technical Institute – Rancho Cucamonga campus. “Our free Ignite program is a great way to both introduce high school students to a UTI education and open their eyes to the many career opportunities available to trained transportation technicians.” During the program’s two 3week courses, Ignite participants are given a glimpse into the world of automotive or diesel training – an introductory sample of the programs completed by traditional UTI students. The Ignite curriculum emphasizes the high-tech na-

ture of today’s transportation industry. Students explore career opportunities in the transportation field while meeting UTI graduates and local employers. In 2017, UTI successfully piloted the Ignite program at three campuses: Avondale, AZ; Houston, TX; and Orlando, FL. Each of the programs had strong interest among students, a large percentage of whom also indicated their intention to return to UTI as a fulltime student upon graduating high school. Best of all, these students were prepared for testing to receive credit toward future UTI coursework – enabling them to complete a UTI education and begin a career in the transportation sector faster than ever before.

Industry demand for trained transportation technicians continues to accelerate. Most recently, the federal government tripled its estimate for the number of transportation technicians needed nationwide by 2026. According to new projections, there will be more than 1.2 million job openings in the automotive, diesel and collision repair industries. To help reach that total, the transportation industry will have to fill more than 120,000 technician job openings annually on average.

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The new program, Ignite, is free to high school juniors interested in learning about fundamental automotive and diesel technician skills at the Rancho Cucamonga UTI campus. “Ignite is a great way to get students excited about these careers and keep them engaged as they make decisions about their path coming out of high school,” said

Roger Speer. “If you know a high school junior who has a passion for cars or enjoys working with their hands, encourage them to apply for the Ignite program. They might find a career they love.”

The Ignite program is now accepting applications across UTI’s 12 campuses. For more information or to enroll, visit https://www.uti.edu/programs/ignite.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOHANNES B VESSUP CASE NO.: PROPS 1701029

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may be otherwise interested in the will or estate, or both of: JOHANNES B. VESSUP A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ERLYNDA VESSUP in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ERLYNDA VESSUP be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the under the estate Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority allows the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain 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 this petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on 4/25/18 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. S37P located at 247 West Third Street, San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino Justice Center IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should either 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 58(b) of the section 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 Other Probate Code. 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 appraisement 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: Sergio Rodriguez, SRG Law Group, APLC 8241 White Oak Avenue Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Published El Chicano 3/1,3/8,3/15/18 E-7757

LIEN SALE Notice is hereby given pursuant to sections 3071 and 3072 of the Civil Code of the State of California, the undersigned will sell the following vehicles at lien sale at said address(s) at said time(s) on: Wednesday, March 28, 2018 to wit: YEAR MAKE VIN LICENSE STATE 13 FORD 1FMCU0HX2DUC47582 6ZHD452 CA To be sold by: Redlands Ford, 1121 W Colton, Redlands, San Bernardino County, CA 92374 (10:00 AM) Said sale is for the purpose of satisfying lien of the above signed for towing, storage, labor, materials and lien charges, together with costs of advertising, and expenses of sale. LienTek Solutions, Inc. P.O. Box 443 Bonita, CA 91908 CNS-3109394# PUBLISHED EL CHICANO 3/15/18 E-7763

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Published in Colton Courier C-7611 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002520 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: KP DENTAL, 615 N. Benson Ave., Suite F, Upland, CA 91786 Katyuska Paredes Lopez, DDS, APC, 23318 Olivewood Plaza Dr., Suite C, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 AI#: C4090931 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Katyuska Paredes Lopez Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/05/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7612 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002005 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SEXY LASHES, 17455 Valley Blvd., Suite 70, Bloomington, CA 92316 Gisela E Amado, 17455 Valley Blvd., Bloomington, CA 92316 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Gisela E Amado Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/21/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7613 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0001939 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FIRST CHOICE SCHOOL, 15087 TRUCKING Washington Dr., Fontana, CA 92335 First Choice CDL & Transport, INC., 9188 Live Oak Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 AI#: C3883570 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 4/23/2013 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Fernando C. Yanez, Sr. Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/16/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7614 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002330 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: FUENTES TRUCKING, 13261 Eastview Lane, Victorville, CA 92392 Yadira Fuentes, 13261 Eastview Lane, Victorville, CA 92392 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Yadira Fuentes

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Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/28/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7615 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002108 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: GREEN TREE HEALTH CENTER, 34080 County Line Rd, Yucaipa, CA 92399 Guihua Li, 5431 Turin Way, Fontana, CA 92336 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 1/30/2013 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Gui Hua Li Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/22/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7616 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0001937 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CHICO’S TOWING, 13131 Arrow Route, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91739 Chico’s Towing Inc., 1557 W Orange Grove Ave., Pomona, CA 91768 AI#: C3868638 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 1/26/2016 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Francisco Gomez Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/16/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7617 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0001832 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: INLAND EMPIRE MORTGAGE INSPECTIONS, 540 W. Randall Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 Mailing address: 540 W. Randall Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 Glen E Roybal, 540 W. Randall Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 Teri Roybal, 540 W. Randall Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 This business is conducted by (a/an): General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 12/24/1999 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Glen E. Roybal Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/15/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7618 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002272 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: THE JOY COMPANY/JOYCO, 3875 Hurd Creek Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407 Devone O Martin, 3875 Hurd Creek Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407 Donna Martin, 3875 Hurd Creek Way, San Bernardino, CA 92407 This business is conducted by (a/an): Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 2/01/2018 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Devone O. Martin Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/27/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7619 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0001987 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MEI DEVELOPMENT, 1511 W. Holt Blvd., # A, Ontario, CA 91762 Mailing address: 18472 Colima Road, Suite 202C, Rowland Heights, CA 91748 Microlight Electronics USA Inc., 1511 W. Holt Blvd., #A, Ontario, CA 91762 AI#: C3869827 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Lei Duan Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/20/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7620 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002075 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PIZZA ROYAL, 8671 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 Pizza Royal, Inc., 8671 Baseline Road, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 AI#: 3612180 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 2/05/2014 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Steven W Sisco Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/22/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7621 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0001594 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TOP NOTCH ROAD SERVICE & TIRE, 1156 W. 19TH Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 Victor Villanueva, 1156 W. 19th Street, San Bernardino, CA 92411 David Villanueva, 243 N. Meridian Ave., San Bernardino, CA 92410 This business is conducted by (a/an): CoPartners The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 6/15/2009 By signing, I declare that all informa-

tion 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ David Villanueva Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/08/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/8,3/15,3/22,3/29/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7504 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2017-0013513 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALL STAR KIA, 735 Showcase Drive, North, San Bernardino, CA 92408 David Choi, DC Auto Inc., 8 Rio Rancho Road, Pomona, CA 91766 AI#:C3047256 State: CA This business is conducted by (a/an): Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 11/17/17 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ David Choi Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino December 7, 2017 Notice-This fictitious 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 of 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 14400 et seq., Business and Professions Code) Published 1/4,11,18,25/18 CORRECTED: 3/15/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7624 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002577 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: BUY GOODS FOR LESS, 9105 Milliken Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730 California Salvage, LLC, 9105 Avenue, Rancho Milliken Cucamonga, CA 91730 This business is conducted by (a/an): Limited Liability Company The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 2/1/2015 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ John Vlasic Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/06/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7625 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002745 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PALM CARE HOME, 732 S. Palm Ave., Rialto, CA 92376 Carmen P Cuellar, 16186 Seville Ave., Fontana, CA 92335 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 12/12/2005 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Carmen Pricilla Cuellar Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/09/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7626 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002663 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: AGUILAR & ASSOCIATES, 90 Marty Street, Redlands, CA 92373 Robert B Bierschbach, 90 Marty Street, Redlands, CA 92373 George A Aguilar, 735 Canary Street, Colton, CA 92324 This business is conducted by (a/an): General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 1/15/1995 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Robert B. Bierschbach Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/07/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18 Published in Colton Courier C-7627 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002028 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: US COLLEGE PATHWAY, 7531 Oakford Ct., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917397488 Syed M Rizvi, 7531 Oakford Ct., Rancho Cucamonga, CA 917397488 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Syed M. Rizvi Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/21/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7628 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002560 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: CONRADO & ASSOCIATES, 531 Kenendy St., Rialto, CA 92376 Jose V Conrado, 531 Kenendy St., Rialto, CA 92376 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in 1/31/2013 By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Jose Conrado Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/06/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18 Published in Colton Courier C-7629 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002501 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EL RANCHO BARBER SHOP & BEAUTY SALON, 250 S. Riverside Avenue #B, Rialto, CA 92376 Mailing address: 2640 W. Rialto Avenue, Space 67, San Bernardino, CA 92410 Maria M. Gordillo, 2640 W. Rialto Avenue, Space 67, San Bernardino, CA 92410 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and cor-

rect. A registrant who declares as true information, which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Maria Gordillo Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 3/5/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18

Published in Colton Courier C-7630 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN No. 2018-0002284 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: INLAND CLIMATE LANDSCAPING, 7745 Boulder Ave., #956, Highland, CA 92346 Ivan Quevedo Gomez, 7745 Bouldber Ave., #956, Highland, CA 92346 This business is conducted by (a/an): Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above in N/A By signing, I declare that all 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. (B&P Code 17913). I am also aware that all information on this statement becomes Public Record upon filing. s/ Ivan Quevado Gomez Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 2/27/2018 Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state of a fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq., Business and Professions Code). Published 3/15,3/22,3/29,4/5/18

NOTICE TO CITY OF COLTON CITIZENS REGARDING ORDINANCE NO. O-04-18

On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, the Colton City Council did consider and adopt ORDINANCE NO. O04-18, relating to the City’s Municipal Code.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON AMENDING SECTION 6.32.170 OF CHAPTER 6.32 OF TITLE 6 OF THE COLTON MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE PURPOSE OF ADDING ADMINISTRATIVE FINES FOR VIOLATING CHAPTER 6.32

COUNCILMEMBER: AYES: Cisneros, Navarro, Gonzalez, Woods, and Mayor DeLaRosa

NOES: None

COUNCILMEMBER:

ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBER: None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER: Suchil, Toro

You may wish to examine the full text of this Ordinance, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office.

/s/ CAROLINA R. PADILLA City Clerk City of Colton Published Colton Courier March 15, 2018 C-7623

NOTICE TO CITY OF COLTON CITIZENS REGARDING AN ORDINANCE

On Tuesday, March 6, 2018, the Colton City Council did consider adopting ORDINANCE NO. O05-18. This Ordinance affects the following:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COLTON TO AMEND MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 6.16, TO ADDRESS MANDATORY RECYCLING REQUIREMENTS (AB341) FOR MULTIFAMILY AND COMMERCIAL BUSINESS RECYCLING You may wish to examine the full text of this Ordinance, which is on file in the City Clerk’s Office.

The City Council regularly meets at 6:00 P.M. on the first and third Tuesday of every month in the City Council Chamber at City Hall, 650 North La Cadena Drive, Colton.

/s/ CAROLINA R. PADILLA City Clerk City of Colton Published Colton Courier March 15, 2018 C-7622

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Inter national Baritone Rod Gilfr y to perfor m with SB Symphony March 24

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Baritone Rod Gilfry will perform with the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra March 24 at the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts.

he San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra will return to the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts March 24 for the fourth installment of their widely-praised 2017-18 concert season. The upcoming performance will feature world-renowned baritone Rod Gilfry singing music from Mozart and Bernstein. “We are excited to welcome a vocalist of Mr. Gilfry’s outstanding quality,” explained Symphony Board President Dean McVay. “His local connection combined with an unsurpassed international

presence is something very unique and special to share with our audience.” In fact, Gilfry was born and raised in Southern California. He earned degrees from California State University Fullerton and the University of Southern California before beginning a career that took him to music halls around the world. The two-time Grammy nominee, singer, and actor has performed in all the world’s music capitals, and is acclaimed worldwide in opera, musicals, recitals, and cabaret. From 1987 to 1989, he was a

member of the Frankfurt Opera ensemble, and from 1989 to 1994 he was a member of the Zurich Opera ensemble. He has created 12 leading roles in opera world premieres, most recently in the Brooklyn Academy of Music solo opera by David Lang, The Loser, and at the Houston Grand Opera in Jake Heggie’s It’s a Wonderful Life. Other recent appearances include Glyndebourne Festival (Hamlet world premiere), Metropolitan Opera (Thomas Ades The Exterminating Angel), Brooklyn Academy of Music (Aucoin’s Crossing), Los Angeles Master Chorale (Beethoven Missa Solemnis), Edinburgh Festival (Cosi fan Tutte), American Repertory Theatre Boston (Matther Aucoin’s Crossing world premiere), Zurich Opera (Rote Laterne world premiere), NYC Mostly Mozart Festical (Cosi fan Tutte), San Francisco Symphony (The Tempest) Alabama Symphony (Beethoven 9th Symphony), Vienna Volksoper (Kismet), New York City Opera (Anna Nicole), Aix-en-Provence Festival (Don Giovanni, Cosi fan Tutte), Quebec City Festival (The Tempest), Los Angeles Philharmonic (Cosi fan Tutte), London Royal Opera Covent Garden (Anna Nicole), Metropolitan Opera (The Merry Widow), Milwaukee Symphony (Cosi fan Tutte). Gilfry’s recent recordings include Mozart’s Cosi fan Tutte, Heggie’s It’s a Wonderful Life,

Great Voices Sing John Denver, Matson’s Cooperstown, and Stucky’s August 4th. Following his performance with the San Bernardino Symphony Orchestra, Gilfry will be performing with the Phoenix Symphony, Los Angeles Opera, Santa Fe Opera, San Francisco Opera, Metropolitan Opera, and in Seoul, Korea. In addition to his performance work, Rod Gilfry is an Associate Professor of Vocal Arts at the University of Southern California Thornton School of Music in Los Angeles. The music to be performed includes Nozze di Figaro Overture, Count's Aria (Nozze), Deh vieni alla finestra (from Don Giovanni), Tutto è disposto, Magic Flute Overture, Der Vogelfänger (from Magic Flute), and the West Side Story overture. Following a brief intermission, the concert will include On the Town Suite, Lucky to be Me, and Lonely Town from Bernstein’s On the Town, Simple Song from Bernstein’s Mass, and the Toreador Song from Carmen. “We cannot imagine a more exciting suite of music to showcase Mr. Gilfry’s talents,” added McVay. The Symphony will perform this concert under the baton of guest conductor Rick Giangiulio who is the fourth candidate in the Orchestra’s two-year formal conductor search. The Philadelphia native began his musical career at the age of 10, after finding his

uncle’s trumpet in the family attic. Three years later, he made his solo debut with the Philadelphia Orchestra as the winner or their youth concerto competition. Maestro Giangiulio holds degrees from the Curtis Institute of Music, the Juilliard School, and a first prize from the Paris Conservatory where he was awarded a Fulbright grant to study with Maurice Andre. After winning the first Medal at the 1967 Geneva International Trumpet Competition, he joined the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra. The following year he returned home to play principal trumpet with the Philadelphia Chamber Orchestra before winning the principal position with the Dallas Symphony. He remained principal and co-principal trumpet with Dallas for 32 years. His six recordings of solo and chamber literature for trumpet can be found on the Crystal label. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the historic California Theatre of the Performing Arts, 562 W. 4th Street, San Bernardino. A pre-concert talk will be provided at 6:30 by Maestro Giangiulio and is free with your ticket. Concert tickets, which begin at just $10 for students and active military, may be purchased by calling (909) 381-5388 or on-line at www.sanbernardinosymphony.org. General admission tickets are also offered with limited availability at the theater box office prior to each event.