Fir st-Generation College Graduate Jorge Villegas Ruiz Overcomes Langua ge Bar rier s to Achieve Bachelor's Deg r ee in Spanish

The Villegas Ruiz family celebrating Jorge s graduation at Arizona State University on May 8th, 2023

By Manny Sandoval

In a remarkable achievement, Jorge Villegas Ruiz, a high school alum from Fontana, graduated from Arizona State University on May 8th, 2023, with a bachelor's degree in Spanish As a first-generation college student and an immigrant, Villegas Ruiz faced numerous challenges on his educational journey, including language barriers and financial constraints

Villegas Ruiz candidly shared his experience: "Being an immigrant, I struggled when I learned English And when I learned English, I forgot Spanish I received a D in Spanish class in high school because I was placed in native Spanish speakers, but the curriculum did not align with my language skills "

Determined to make a difference and bridge the gap for future generations, Villegas Ruiz decided to pursue a degree that would allow him to draw from his personal experiences by mentoring students experiencing those same language barriers and continue to pursue his passion as a soccer coach

His motivation to help others drove him to develop his language skills further "Many of the words we learned were more neutral Spanish, but back home and in the community, we speak Latin American Spanish," Villegas Ruiz explained Eager to expand his impact, he revealed his plans to pursue a master's degree in bilingual education and a teaching credential from National University in La Jolla, CA, starting next month

Villegas Ruiz's educational journey was with setbacks He initially enrolled at National University in 2016 for his undergraduate studies but had to put his education on hold in late 2018 to focus on work and finances When he returned in 2021, his program was no longer available Undeterred, Villegas Ruiz persevered and found

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Thomas A Archuleta Sr passed away June 10, 2023, at Loma Linda University Medical Center after a brief illness He was born June 23, 1938, in Riverside to Jacob and Jessie Archuleta

He graduated from Colton High School in 1956 and joined the U S Air Force in 1958 He was stationed at Oku Shiri Island AB, Japan, as a Ground Radio Operator, and later transferred to Lowry AFB in Denver, Colo

His career in the Civil Service began in 1960 when he accepted the position of Missile Maintenance Technician at Norton Air Force Base in San Bernardino In 1976, he became the first Budget Officer with the 452nd Air Mobility Wing at March AFB in Riverside County He served the base with distinction for 34 years, retiring in 1994 Tom was a professional trumpet player for local bands until 1980 A lifelong Colton resident, he dedicated more than 30 years of volunteer service to the community He served the Colton Terrace Little League Cardinals and Spirit teams as manager and coach and managed the Pony, Colt and Palomino baseball

Arizona State University, where he completed his degree through an online program

Reflecting on the unique circumstances brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic, Villegas Ruiz observed, "Unfortunately and fortunately, due to COVID-19, many colleges offered online programs I would recommend to other Latinos who may be in a similar situation to myself to look into community colleges as they are cheaper and offer many online programs Some even provide free tuition and books now, costing only a quarter of university education "

The determined graduate emphasized that his accomplishment was not solely his own "I wouldn't have been able to do this without my family," Villegas Ruiz acknowledged gratefully

He sincerely appreciated his mother, Maria Ruiz, for her unwavering support since day one Additionally, Villegas Ruiz credited his older brother, Inland Empire Community News' Bill and Gloria Macias Harrison, and Armando Fresquez, head coach of the men's soccer program at Jurupa Hills High School, for pushing him to overcome his time/scheduling conflicts as a part-time coach and pursue his dreams Villegas Ruiz's aspiration to become a soccer coach remains unwavering He shared, "Wherever I get hired as a teacher, I hope to become a soccer coach too " With a new chapter on the horizon, Villegas Ruiz is set to start his master's program in bilingual education in July, which he will complete online

As a first-generation college graduate, Villegas Ruiz sees his achievement as a positive trend for his younger brothers, one of whom graduated last year and now attends California State University, San Bernardino Villegas Ruiz's success serves as an inspiration, showcasing the transformative power of education and determination to overcome obstacles leagues His love for the Colton community continued and he served as the city's Planning and Utility Commissioner until 2018 Tom was preceded in death by his parents and his brothers, Robert Martinez of Casa Blanca and Raymond Archuleta of Highgrove

He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Alice; brother David of Colton; sons Tom Jr (Cindy) of Grand Terrace, Eddie of Colton and Adam (Jenna) of Varna, Ill ; grandchildren Joe Hernandez (Marisa) of Morton Grove, Ill , Tom III (Alicia) of Riverside, Sara of Grand Terrace, and Amy, Monica and Luke of Varna, Ill ; great-grandchildren Odetta and Apollo Hernandez of Morton Grove, Ill , and Maxine Elias of Grand Terrace; and many nieces and nephews Visitation is scheduled for 4:30 p m to 8 p m Wednesday, June 28, at Montecito Memorial Park & Mortuary's Main Valley View Chapel, 3530 E Washington St , Colton, with a Rosary at 6 p m Funeral Services will be held at 10 a m Thursday, June 29, at Immaculate Conception Church, 1106 N La Cadena Dr , Colton, with burial to follow at Montecito Memorial Park Cemetery Montecito Memorial Park and Mortuary 909-825-3024 any w ll increase th s figure pr or to sale The benefic ary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and de vered to the undersigned a written Dec aration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Defau t and Election to Se l The undersigned caused sa d Notice of Default and Elect on of Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is ocated and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation DATE: 6/20/2023 CALIFORNIA TD SPECIALISTS AS TRUSTEE as Trustee 8190 for paying off al liens senior to the lien being auctioned off before you can receive tion and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 7/31/2023 at

9:00 A M in Dept S35 located at 247 W 3RD STREET SAN BERNARDINO CA 92415 JUSTICE CENTER

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

BERNARDINO CA 92415

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 ciary trustee or a court pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civi Code The law requires that nformation about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sa e If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and f applicable the reschedu ed t me and date for the sa e of this property, you may call 844-4777869 or v sit this internet Web s te www stoxpost ng com using the fi e number assigned to this case T S # 83740

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in t me to the scheduled sale may not mmediately be reflected in the te ephone information or on the Internet Web site The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale For sa es conducted after January 1, 2021:

NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auct on pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civ l Code If you are an eligible tenant buyer you can purchase the property f you match the last and highest bid p aced at the trustee auction If you are an “eligib e bidder you may be able to purchase the property f you exceed the last and h ghest bid placed at the trustee auct on There are three steps to exerc s ng this right of purchase F rst, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale you can cal (844) 477-7869 or visit this internet website www STOX-

POSTING com using the f le number assigned to this case 83740 to find the date on which the trustee s sale was held, the amount of the last and h ghest bid and the address of the trustee Second you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee s sale Th rd, you must submit a bid; by remitting the funds and affidav t descr bed in Section 2924m(c) of the Civi Code; so that the trustee receives t no more than 45 days after the trustee s sale If you think you may qualify as an eligible tenant buyer or eligible b dder, you should consider contacting an attorney or appropr ate real estate professional mmediately for advice regarding this potential right to

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF CURTIS M

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim w th 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 (DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code sect on 1250 A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court c erk

Attorney for Petitioner: BRIAN C MILES 214329

9373 HAVEN AVE SUITE 100 RANCHO CUCAMONGA CA 91730

Telephone: (909) 481-4080

CNS-3714428#

PUBLISHED RIALTO

RECORD 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 R-421

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: PEARLIE MAE BEASLEY THOMPSON CASE NO

PROSB2300756

To all heirs beneficiaries creditors contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of PEARLIE MAE BEASLEY THOMPSON A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by VALERIE THOMPSON in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that VALERIE THOMPSON be appointed as personal representat ve 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 codici s 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 with limited authority (Th s 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

NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec 6105) Escrow No 23078-HY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made The name(s) bus ness address(es) to the Se ler(s) are: ROBINSON J SIAGIAN AND JUNITA MARPAUNG-SIAGIAN 1806 N EUCLID AVENUE UPLAND, CA 91780 Do ng Bus ness as: FONTANA LAUNDRYLAND Al other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Sel er(s) within three years as stated by the Sel er(s) is/are: The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) s/are: DANIEL JAMES KONG, 18907 CROP ROAD, RIVERSIDE CA 92504 The assets to be so d are described n general as: FURNITURE FIXTURES EQUIPMENT TRADE NAME MACHINERY GOODWILL LEASE LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS AND COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE SUPPLIES TELEPHONE NUMBERS and are located at: 16980 FOOTHILL BLVD #C & D FONTANA CA 92335 The bu k sa e is intended to be consummated at the off ce of: NEW CENTURY ESCROW, INC, 500 S KRAEMER BLVD STE 275 BREA CA 92821 and the anticipated sale date is JULY 18 2023 The bulk sa e is sub ect to Ca ifornia Un form Commercial Code Section 6106 2 The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: NEW CENTURY ESCROW INC 500 S KRAEMER BLVD STE 275 BREA CA 92821 and the last day for filing c a ms shall be JULY 17 2023 wh ch s the bus ness day before the sa e date specif ed above

DANIEL JAMES KONG 1725437-PP PUBLISHED RIALTO RECORD 6/29/23 R-419 name:

MACIAS to Proposed name:

RAMIREZ THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before th s court at the hearing indicated below to show cause if any why the petition for change of name should not be granted Any person ob ecting to the name changes described above must file a wr tten objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court and late charges thereon, as provided n the note(s) advances under the terms of the Deed of Trust nterest thereon fees charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the in tial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below The amount may be greater on the day of sale BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE Trustor(s): LANA D BEALS A WIDOW Recorded: s ble for paying off all iens senor to the lien be ng auctioned off before you can receive c ear title to the property You are encouraged to investigate the existence priority and size of outstanding iens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder s off ce or a title nsurance 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 ender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on th s 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 Civi Code The law requires that nformation about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public as a courtesy to those not present at the sale If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed and if applicable the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property you may call 916-939-0772 for informat on regarding the trustee s sale or visit this internet website h t t p : / / w w w q u a i t y l o a n c o m , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-22-946481-BF an "el gible

Civil Sect on 17913 other than a change n the residence address of a reg stered owner A new fictit ous business name statement must be fi ed before the exp ration The fi ing of th s statemen does not of tse f author ze the use in this state of a f ct tious bus ness name n violat on of the rights of another under federal state or common aw (see Sect on 14411 Et Seq Bus ness and Professions Code) Pub ished 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 Published in Colton Courier C-587 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230005970 Statement f led with he Coun y Clerk of San Bernardino 06/13/2023 The fol ow ng person(s) s (are) do ng bus ness as: TRANSCONTINENTAL PACKAG NG, 5601 SANTA ANA STREET ONTARIO CA 91761 County of Princ pal Place of Bus ness: SAN BERNARDINO Ma ling address: 8700 W BRYN MAWR AVE SUITE 1000N CHICAGO IL 60631 TRANSCONT NENTAL ONTARIO INC 8700 W BRYN MAWR AVE SUITE 1000N CHICAGO IL 60631 Inc /Org /Reg No : 2541499 State of Inc /Org /Reg : CA This bus ness is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Reg strant commenced to transact business under the f ct tious business name or names isted above on MAY 01 2018 By s gning I declare that a l informat on in this statement is true and correct A reg s ran who dec ares as true nformation which he or she knows to be false is gui ty of a cr me (B&P Code 17913) I am also aware that a l nformat on on this statemen becomes Publ c Record upon il ng s/ CHRISTINE DESAULNIERS SECRETARY Not ce- In accordance wi h subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a f ct tious name s atement genera ly expires at the end o five years rom the date on wh ch i was fi ed in the Office of the County C erk except as provided n Subdivision (b) of Sect on 17920 where it expires 40 days after any change n the facts set forth n the statement pursuan to Sect on 17913 other than a change n the residence address of a reg stered owner A new fictit ous business name statement must be fi ed before the exp ration The fi ing of th s statemen does not of tse f author ze the use in this state of a f ct tious bus ness name n violat on of the rights of another under federal state or common aw (see Sect on 14411 Et Seq Bus ness and Professions Code) Pub ished 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 Published in Colton Courier C-588 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230005994 Statement f led with he Coun y Clerk of San Bernardino 06/13/2023 The fol ow ng person(s) s (are) doing bus ness as: VELKINGS TRANSPORT 14436 MOON VALLEY ST VICTORVILLE CA 92394 County of Princ pal Place of Bus ness: SAN BERNARDINO VALENTIN REYES SOTELO 14436 MOON VALLEY ST VICTORVILLE CA 92394 This bus ness is conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Reg strant commenced to transact business under the f ct tious business name or names isted above on JUN 01, 2023 By s gning, I declare that a l informat on in this statement s true and correct A reg s ran who dec ares as true nformation which he or she knows to be false is gui ty of a cr me (B&P Code 17913) I am also aware that a l nformat on on this statemen becomes Publ c Record upon il ng s/ VALENTIN REYES SOTELO SOLE PROPRIETOR Not ce- In accordance wi h subdivision (a) of Section 17920 a f ct tious name s atement genera ly expires at the end o five years rom the date on wh ch i was fi ed in the Office of the County C erk, excep , as provided n Subdivision (b) of Sect on 17920 where it expires 40 days after any change n the facts set forth n the statement pursuant to Sect on 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a reg stered owner A new fictit ous business name statement must be fi ed before the exp ration The fi ing of th s statemen does not of tse f author ze the use in this state of a f ct tious bus ness name n violat on of the rights of another under federal, state, or common aw (see Sect on 14411 Et Seq , Bus ness and Professions Code) Pub ished 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 Published in Colton Courier C-589 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20230005980 Statement f led with he Coun y Clerk of San Bernardino 06/13/2023 The fol ow ng person(s) s (are) doing bus ness as DUMMIESTRAFFICSCHOOL COM IPAYL E S S T R A F F I C S C H O O L C O M , BARATOESCUELADETRAFICO C OM 3DOLLARSQUICKTRAFF CS C H O O L C O M CAOPERATOR COM TURBOTRAFFICSCHOOL COM 524 N MOUNTAIN VIEW AVE SAN BERNARDINO CA 92401 County of Princ pal Place of Bus ness: SAN BERNARDINO Ma ing address: 9903 SANTA MONICA BLVD 736 BEVERLY HILLS CA 90212 # of Employees: 1 INTERNET EDUCATIONAL SERVICES INC 4032 WILSHIRE BLVD SUITE 100, LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 Inc /Org /Reg No : 5045757 State of Inc /Org /Reg : CA This bus ness is conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Reg strant commenced to transact business under the f ct tious business name or names isted above on JUN 12 2023 By s gning I declare that a l informat on in this statement s true and correct A reg s ran who dec ares as true nformation which he or she knows to be false is gui ty of a cr me (B&P Code 17913) I am also aware that a l nformation on this statemen becomes Public Record

Code upon f l ng s/ LAWRENCE MORERA PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subd vs on (a) of Sect on 17920 a fictit ous name statement general y exp res at the end of f ve years from he date on which it was f led n the Of ice of the County Clerk except as prov ded n Subd v s on (b) of Section 17920 where t exp res 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the res dence address o a registered owner A new f ct tious busness name statement must be f led before he expirat on The f l ng of this statement does no of i se f authorize the use n th s state of a fictit ous business name n vio ation of the r ghts of another under federal state or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq Business and Professions Code) Publ shed 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 Published in Co ton Courier C-590 Fictitious Bus ness Name Statement FBN20230004990 Statement fi ed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 05/15/2023 The o lowing person(s) is (are) doing business as: BENZOBROWS 190 W H STREET SUITE 104 COLTON CA 92324 Coun y of Pr nc pa P ace of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Ma ling address: 1041 LUGO LANE COLTON CA 92324 # of Employees 2 BENZOBROWS LLC 190 W H STREET SUITE 104 COLTON CA 92324 State o nc /Org /Reg : CA Th s business s conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact bus ness under he fictit ous busness name or names isted above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing I declare that al nformat on n his statement s true and correct A reg strant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be alse s gu lty of a crime (B&P Code 17913) I am a so aware that al information on this statement becomes Pub ic Record upon f l ng s/ MERCEDES LYNN RAMOS CEO Notice- In accordance with subd vs on (a) of Sect on 17920 a fictit ous name statement general y exp res at the end of f ve years from he date on which it was f led n the Of ice of the County Clerk except as prov ded n Subd v s on (b) of Section 17920 where t exp res 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the res dence address o a registered owner A new f ct tious busness name statement must be f led before he expirat on The f l ng of this statement does no of i se f authorize the use n th s state of a fictit ous business name n vio ation of the r ghts of another under federal state or common law (see Section 14411 Et Seq Business and Professions Code) Publ shed 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 Petitioner or Attorney: Lorena Ramirez, 25724 Edgemont Dr, San Bernardino CA 92404 Superior Court of Ca ifornia County of San Bernardino 247 W Third St San Bernardino, CA 92415, San Bernardino District – Civil Divis on PETITION OF: LORENA RAMIREZ FOR CHANGE OF NAME AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CIV SB 2307404 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: LORENA RAMIREZ has fi ed a petition with th s court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: LORENA RAMIREZ to Proposed name: LORENA ORNELAS THE COURT ORDERS that all persons nterested in this matter appear before this court at the hear ng indicated below to show cause if any why the petition for change of name should not be granted Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the object on at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted If no wr tten ob ection s timely filed the court may grant the petition w thout a hear ng NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 07/26/23 Time: 8:30 am Dept: S24 The address of the court is: same as noted above (To appear remotely check n advance of the hearing for informat on about how to do so on the court s website To find your court s website go to w w w c o u r t s c a g o v / f i n d - m ycourt htm ) A copy of this Order to Show Cause must be published at least once each week for four success ve weeks before the date set for hearing on the petition in a newspaper of general circulation printed in this county: COLTON COURIER Dated: BRIAN S MCCARVILLE Judge of the Superior Court Published Colton Courier 6/22 6/29 7/6 7/13/23 C-585

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