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By Charles Jackson

Do you recognize this building?

Construction of the building began in April 1960 and was completed in August 1961. It has been described as a cultural and historical monument. Would it surprise you to know that the building was designed by an architect that happened to be black. His career spanned over six decades, and he designed over 3,000 structures, having a range of architectural styles in his portfolio. He was the first African American certified, west of the Mississippi,

Paul Revere Williiams was born in 1894. His parents were former slaves that migrated to Los Angeles from

Memphis, in 1893 with his older brother Chester. His father Chester Sr. passed away from TB in 1996 and his mother Lila passed from the same sickness two years later. Paul and his brother ended up in foster care, until he was adopted by the Clarkson family.

Paul was an excellent draftsman, and at the age of 25, he won an architectural competition. There were few job offers forthcoming, so he eventually opened his own office. Somehow, word of his drafting skills got out and he gathered a few clients. Although his white clients hired him to render their designs, they were uneasy about sitting next to a black man, so he had to learn to sit across the

table from them, drafting his visions upside down, so the client could see his presentation right side up. In the 1920’s Paul was hired by the Austin Architectural Firm and eventually became the chief draftsman, before establishing his own successful firm. In 1939 he won the AIA Award of merit, in recognition of his design of the old MCA building, in on San Vicente in Beverly Hills - presently the site of the Paradigm Talent Agency. His client list grew to include home designs for Lon Chaney, Bill “Bojangles Robinson, Frank Sinatra, Lucille Ball , Barbara Stanwyck, Danny Thomas and many other celebrity clients. Although

many of his designs can be found outside of “Hollywood” any number of his government, business, residential, and retail creations are to be found right here along the highways and byways that may pass by or visit on a daily basis. Malls, hospitals, restaurants, churches, Court houses, and even a retrofit and expansion of the famous Beverly Hills Hotel, on Sunset are among the many recognizable works of art that we can visit, that were the work of a brilliant and talented black man, born here in Los Angeles, 134 years ago.

Wish him a Belated Heavenly Birthday - Sunday February 18, 1894.

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There’s No Black History Without Health

By Willie Brown

As we reflect this month on the many accomplishments of African Americans, it’s nothing less than a miracle that we’ve survived long enough to make history.

The harsh reality of living in America, being subjected to horrible living conditions, brutality, and psychological abuse, has created more genetic stress for Black people than any other racial group.

The toll that it has taken on our physical and mental health makes every victory extraordinary. It’s not just about making history while being Black,, but making history while being disproportionately impacted by heart disease, diabetes, cancer, high blood pressure, or any of the 10 leading causes of death. Compared to our white counterparts, we have the highest rates of chronic disease across the board.

According to the Centers of Disease Control (CDC), in 2019, African Americans were 30 percent more likely

to die from heart disease than nonHispanic whites. African American women are nearly 50 percent more likely to have high blood pressure, as compared to non-Hispanic white women.

One remarkable Black woman who succumbed to heart disease in May 2007 was Yolanda King, the firstborn child of Dr. Martin Luther King and Coretta Scott King. In a twist of irony, she died from a heart attack shortly after giving a speech for the American Heart Association. She became a spokesperson to promote stroke awareness after her mother passed away a year earlier.

By all accounts, she seemed healthy, and at 51, it was the last thing anyone close to her would have suspected.

February is the month for Black History and heart health. It’s a great time to be proactive against the number 1 killer in America.

In honor of Yolanda and countless others who’ve died way before their time, it’s important to take your heart health seriously. Dexter King, the third of Dr. King’s children, who passed away recently from prostate cancer, recalled Yolanda saying that she felt tired, but he figured was just due to her hectic schedule. Who knew she’d pass away so suddenly?

It’s important to note that a Black man named Daniel Hale Williams founded the first black-owned hospital in America, and performed the world’s first successful heart surgery, in 1893.

The patient, who was stabbed in his chest, walked out of Provident Hospital and Training School in Chicago 51 days later and lived for over 20 years after the surgery.

We are indeed our brother’s keepers. Watching out for the health of others may seem like a small act, but in light of Black history, it is what makes it possible for us to have a history.

As Dr. Williams once said, “A people who don’t make provision for their own sick and suffering are not worthy of civilization.”

Gun Rights Advocates Speak Out Against Bill Proposing Annual Firearm Registration

Gun owners and gun rights activists across California are up in arms over a California bill introduced last week that proposes annual registration of each firearm in the state.

The legislation, Senate Bill (SB) 1160, authored by Sen. Anthony J. Portantino (D-Burbank), would help authorities monitor gun ownership, which would bolster public safety, advocates say.

“Apparently in California, exercising your Second Amendment rights is just another way for the government to reach into your pockets,” says Second Amendment rights advocate Craig DeLuz, who is running for U.S. Congress in the state’s 6th Congressional District in Sacramento County.

Every time a gun is passed around, the state’s system tracks it like an overbearing mother, so why do gun owners have to pay an annual registration fee? It’s just a sneaky way to penalize those who can’t cough up the cash and disarm them. Seems like the only people feeling the heat are lawabiding citizens,” continued DeLuz.

Portantino says SB 1160 would help authorities track how many firearms are in the state and who owns them.

“Currently, we only have rough estimates on how many firearms there are in California. This important step toward registration will also increase accountability and responsible gun ownership as we collectively endeavor to increase public safety,” Portantino said Feb. 12

According to Portantino’s office, revenue raised from gun registration fees would be used to fund a state firearm registry that would become a resource for law enforcement agencies.

Los Angeles City Council Declares Shirley Weber Day

On Feb. 14 last week, Valentine’s Day, the Los Angeles City Council honored California’s first Black Secretary of State, Dr. Shirley N. Weber, with a heartfelt gesture of appreciation.

As part of its Black History Month celebration, the 15-member council declared Feb. 14 “Shirley Weber Day” in Los Angeles.

“We celebrate the homecoming of an undeniable force who emerged from the streets of South L.A. to the epitome, showing strength and grit,” said Councilmember Curren Price, who represents the city’s 9th District where Weber grew up.

Price introduced the resolution to honor Weber earlier this month, which acknowledged the Secretary of State for her “lifelong commitment to service within the realm of civil rights, voting rights, public safety, protections for those with disabilities, food insecurity and legislation on education.”

Councilmember Heather Hutt, who represents the 10th District, called Weber “an extraordinary woman who has made history and she really

continues to inspire us all.”

Latricia T. Mitchell, NAACP Los Angeles President, congratulated Weber and praised the city council for its decision.

“Her unwavering dedication to the California dream, where hope, opportunity, justice, and fairness thrive, serves as an inspiration to all,” wrote Mitchell in a statement. “With unwavering integrity, she consistently prioritizes the needs of the public over any political agenda, fulfilling her responsibilities with utmost commitment.”

Weber, born in Hope, Ark, in 1948, moved with her family to Los Angeles as a young girl. She grew up in the Pueblo Del Rio housing projects and earned her undergraduate, master’s and PhD from UCLA.

Weber, a former Assemblymember who represented the 79th District in San Diego, thanked the councilmembers, recognized how growing up in L.A. contributed to her success, urged the audience to help build communities where young people can be motivated, feel supported and thrive.

Weber also remembered her parents.

“My only regret in life is that my parents are not here to see what they did, what they made, and see the contributions they made not just to my life, but to the life of California,” she said. “I always pay tribute to them.”

California Black Women’s Health Project Kicks Of 30th Anniversary Celebration

Last week, the California Black Women’s Health Project (CABWHP) announced that it is kicking off its 30th anniversary with special programs throughout 2024, and a continuing commitment to fighting for equity and pushing policies that help Black women and girls lead healthier and more fulfilling lives.

“Over the past 30 years, we’ve worked to support Black women and girls who are too often overlooked and neglected in the healthcare system and other systems that claim to serve us,” said Sonya Young Aadam, CEO of CABWHP, in a statement.

“Despite ongoing challenges, we will continue to unapologetically advocate for the improved health and well-being of Black women and girls across California from San Diego to Sacramento, Aadam continued.

CABWHP began anniversary celebrations with a fundraising drive under the theme Giving F.O.R.W.A.R.D. (For Our RIGHTS, WELLNESS, ADVOCACY, RESOURCES, and DESCENDENTS). The organization also hosted a fireside chat honoring its past five CEOs of the organization.

All proceeds from the drive will be used to “strengthen operations and support existing programs focused on training, educating, and building the capacity of Black women to become health advocates and activists,” according to a CABWHP press release.

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Black History Month: Calif. Legislative Black Caucus and Black

Chamber Join Hands to Honor Businesses Owners

The California Legislative Black Caucus (CLBC) and the California Black Chamber of Commerce (CALBCC) celebrated Black-owned businesses from across the state at its 2024 Legislative Business Brunch, held at the Citizen Hotel in Sacramento

for being here for this grand occasion organized to celebrate and honor Black business owners from around the state of California for their hard work, dedication, perseverance, and tenacity,” King said. “These are but a few of the attributes that must be on display at all times for Black business to survive.”

This year’s Black History

on Feb. 12.

The event, part of the CLBC’s Black History Month celebrations, honored the business owners for their outstanding achievements, impact on communities, enduring legacy, and high level of professionalism.

Jay King, CALBCC President and CEO, and CLBC Chair, Assemblymember Lori Wilson (D-Suisun City), and CLBC Vice Chair, Sen. Steven Bradford (D-Inglewood), hosted the event.

“I thank each and every one of you

Month business awardees are: Flawless Cutz and Stylez (Bakersfield); Imperial Electric Service (Fresno); OC Podiatry (Orange); Seashells Realty Group (San Jose); SER Transportation Services (Sacramento);Chez Soul (Fairfield); Beauchamp Distributing Company (Compton); BLK Girl Greenhouse (Oakland); South LA Café (Los Angeles); D.R. Roberts Event Management (Oakland); Sal’s Gumbo Shack (Long Beach); Leading Edge

Learning Center (Moreno Valley); Woody’s Bar-B-Que (Los Angeles); Urban Roots Brewery and Smokehouses (Sacramento); Detour Hair Studios and

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Earle’s Restaurant (Inglewood); and Spacebar Café (La Mesa).

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Serving Ladera, Hawthorne, Westchester, Lawndale, Gardena, Carson

Prop 1: A Mix of Skepticism and Hope Is Shaping Opinions About Calif’s Upcoming Mental Health Ballot Proposal

Edward Henderson | California Black Media

San Francisco resident Anthony Hardnett works at Hospitality House, a community-based organization that offers recovery, reintegration and personal growth resources to people struggling with addiction and homelessness in and around the city’s downtown area.

Growing up in the 1980s, Hardnett was a multi-sport star athlete. His speed on the track coupled with his exceptional skills as a running back in football earned him the respect and admiration of his community.

“Everyone,” he says, saw his potential and predicted he would be one of the few to “make it out.”

Unfortunately, Hardnett was drawn to the temptations of street life, leading him into substance abuse and crime – and, eventually, to a 29-year prison sentence, when he was just 21 years old.

“I saw people with the perms and slick dudes and girls. I saw that as being cool. I graduated from weed to cocaine and that’s what took it to another level,” he remembers.

After getting clean during his time in prison and earning a degree in counseling, Hardnett told California Black Media that he is motivated to transform as many lives as possible. In his role, Hardnett says he knows how the lack of resources for treating and preventing mental health and addiction are both complicating and contributing to California’s homelessness crisis, which is having an outsized impact on African Americans.

Last year, Newsom announced Proposition (Prop) 1, an expansive ballot measure that he said would enhance access to treatment and housing for the chronically homeless population that Hardnett, his organization and some other mental health advocates are most concerned about. Many advocates believe that this segment of the homeless population is the hardest to transition from the streets to permanent housing.

“We see the signs of our broken mental health system every day -- too many Californians suffering from mental health needs or substance use disorders are unable to get the support or care they need,” said Gov. Newsom in a statement at the time. “This will prioritize getting people off the streets, out of tents and into treatment.”

On March 5, the date of the presidential primary election, California voters will have the final word on whether the state will overhaul and expand access to

mental health services treatment in two important ways.

Senate Bill (SB) 326 and Assembly Bill (AB) 531 are the foundation of Prop 1.

SB 326 modernizes the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) passed in 2004 by reallocating funds. These reforms aim to expand services, including treatment for individuals with substance use disorders (SUD), prioritizing care for those with serious mental illnesses, ensuring sustained resources for housing and workforce, and maintaining investments in early intervention efforts.

AB 531 includes the $6.4 billion general obligation bond to build 11,150 new treatment beds and supportive housing unites as well as outpatient capacity to help serve tens of thousands of people annually. Included in the bond is $1 billion set aside specifically for veterans’ housing.

If passed, Prop 1 would direct counties, which are responsible for more than 90% of spending addressing homelessness and addiction, to prioritize housing over other treatment and prevention programs.

Since Newsom announced Prop 1, the state has invested more than $14 million on a public awareness campaign about the initiative.

Although Blacks in California comprise 6.5% of the state’s population, they make up more than 40% of unhoused people across California. The

drug-induced death rates among Blacks in California is also relatively high at 28.3% as compared to 23.2% among Whites and 11.1% among Latinos.

A 2023, University of California San Francisco study also found that an estimated 83% of people of unhouse people in the state had experienced a mental health condition.

“Modernizing the 20-year-old MHSA as the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) responds to the critical need to address the tragic reality of unhoused people we see on our streets and the mental health and substance use issues that many experience, but also pays heed to the housing and critical wraparound support services that people struggling with homelessness need,” said SB 326 Co-Author and Assembly Health Committee Chair Assemblymember Jim Wood.

Opponents of the proposition are concerned about the damage it could cause to existing mental healthcare programs. They fear that the heavy focus on housing will give counties no choice but to slash jobs and cut essential programs.

Karen Vicari, Director of Public Policy for Mental Health America spoke with California Black Media about why she is urging a “no” vote on Prop 1.

“Prop 1 will divert 30% of MHSA money that’s currently going towards services that will divert that money towards other things like housing

navigation,” she said. “Not creating housing but services to help people find housing where there isn’t any to be found. That’s our biggest concern.”

Vicari is also concerned about the types of programs that are bound to be cut.

“There are a lot of services for African American people that are going to be on the chopping block, she said. Those community centers do amazing work,” added Vicari.

“Most of the bond money will go towards building in-patient treatment facilities for the highest-need people. Two billion goes to permanent supportive housing, but half of that is going towards veterans,” she said. “So, only $922 million that will go towards actual housing. It is a drop in the bucket considering the state has already put $25 billion into homelessness efforts and it continues to rise.”

Hardnett says he sees the solution to the addiction and homelessness problems is a combination of personal willpower, culturally competent treatment programs, more funding for addiction and more availability and access to care and stable housing.

“Some people say I only got clean because I was in prison. No, you can do it out here too,” said Hardnett. You can get off the drugs, or any other habit you’re on. Some people just need more help than others. By the grace of God, I made it out.”

Sports & Entertainment

The Paul George trade created one of the NBA’s best duos. It also birthed a potential NBA dynasty

By Tim MacMahon, ESPN Staff Writer

AS LA CLIPPERS brass celebrated, Doc Rivers executed an uncomfortable assignment.

It was July 10, 2019, and the Clippers had just pulled off a blockbuster onetwo transaction punch that carried the potential to shift the NBA’s balance of power.

The Clippers’ long-running pursuit of Kawhi Leonard had succeeded, as LA sealed the two-time Finals MVP’s free agency commitment by pulling off a massive deal to acquire his hand-picked co-star, Paul George.

The deals instantly established Los Angeles’ less glamorous franchise as a legitimate contender, but it came at a steep cost: The package dealt to the Oklahoma City Thunder was headlined by a historic haul of draft capital -- and a promising 20-year-old guard who had just wrapped up a second-team AllRookie campaign.

It was then-Clippers coach Rivers’ responsibility to call Shai GilgeousAlexander and inform him of the trade.

“He understood it, but he is a competitive dude,” Rivers told ESPN before his midseason hiring to coach the Milwaukee Bucks. “That bothered him, like it should, because whenever you get traded for someone else and then the reason you’re trading him, it is to say you’re trying to win a title, then that guy’s thinking, ‘Well, wait a minute, what about me?’”

Thunder general manager Sam Presti insisted on Gilgeous-Alexander’s inclusion, envisioning him as a piece of the Thunder’s core for years to come.

Gilgeous-Alexander had played a significant role on the Clippers’ scrappy No. 8 seed as a rookie, averaging 10.8 points and 3.3 assists, and Rivers believed he had star potential.

George, though, was a superstar in his prime who had been a first-team All-NBA selection the previous season in Oklahoma City. He was essentially attached to Leonard, who was fresh off demonstrating how much he could impact winning by leading the Toronto Raptors to their first NBA title in his lone season with the franchise.

If that’s what it took for the Clippers to land their superstar combo, GilgeousAlexander had to go.

“I didn’t see it coming,” GilgeousAlexander said recently. “I’m not like, ‘Why would you do that?’ It made sense. I think Paul just came off like an MVP-caliber year. ...

“I used it a little bit as motivation just to get better and really turn myself into that caliber of player.”

In his fifth season in Oklahoma City, Gilgeous-Alexander has established himself as one of the NBA’s leading MVP candidates. Second-year forward Jalen Williams, selected with one of those picks acquired from the Clippers, has emerged as one of his co-stars.

The Clippers, meanwhile, have yet to cash in on their seismic transactions that summer, failing to advance to the NBA Finals due in part to injuries suffered by Leonard and George. (LA’s window was propped back ajar by adding former MVP James Harden in a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, a deal the Thunder assisted in facilitating.)

And as they battle for the Western

Conference’s top seeds, and with a playoff showdown potentially looming, the two franchises remain linked -- all because the Thunder capitalized on a unique set of events in summer 2019.

More than four years later, Oklahoma City, boasting the largest stockpile of first-round picks in league history, is still reaping the rewards.

In his fifth season in Oklahoma City, Gilgeous-Alexander has established himself as one of the NBA’s leading MVP candidates. Second-year forward Jalen Williams, selected with one of those picks acquired from the Clippers, has emerged as one of his co-stars.

The Clippers, meanwhile, have yet to cash in on their seismic transactions that summer, failing to advance to the NBA Finals due in part to injuries suffered by Leonard and George. (LA’s window was propped back ajar by adding former MVP James Harden in a trade with the Philadelphia 76ers, a deal the Thunder assisted in facilitating.)

And as they battle for the Western Conference’s top seeds, and with a playoff showdown potentially looming, the two franchises remain linked -- all because the Thunder capitalized on a unique set of events in summer 2019.

More than four years later, Oklahoma City, boasting the largest stockpile of first-round picks in league history, is still reaping the rewards.

DAYS AFTER JOINING the Clippers, George described the deal as a “mutual decision” made with the Thunder. Presti’s perspective differed.

“That would infer that we were wanting to trade Paul George, which I think most people would agree that

that probably wasn’t on the top of our offseason priority list,” Presti said during a news conference that week.

“But I would say that it was not adversarial at all, and I also fully respect the way that it was handled. And the fact that we were able to make it work in a way that benefited the franchise made it something that we could do.”

It had been a week of massive change for the Thunder. In the wake of George’s exit, Russell Westbrook’s request to join his former Thunder teammate Harden with the Houston Rockets was granted. (OKC received Chris Paul, two firstround picks and a pair of potential pick swaps in the move.)

The Thunder projected the summer of 2020 as the pressure point: George would be entering the final season of his three-year contract. That’s when Presti expected to face the scenario of a franchise reset.

Leonard’s recruiting efforts sped up the timeline, making his commitment to the Clippers contingent on the addition of George and giving Presti unprecedented leverage: The Thunder capitalized on the trade value of the reigning Finals MVP without ever having Leonard on their roster.

“I even brought it up to Kawhi: ‘Are you sure?’” Rivers recalled. “’I think Shai’s going to be an amazing player. It may take a year or two, but I think you’re underestimating how good Shai’s going to be.’

“I didn’t argue the decision or anything, but I brought it up. I just thought, is there any way we can do this deal without putting Shai in it?”

Strategies for Creating an Adaptable Small Business

Aden Ferguson

In today’s fast-paced business environment, the ability to adapt quickly is crucial for small businesses seeking to thrive and survive. Implementing strategies to make your small business more flexible and responsive can position you to capitalize on new opportunities and overcome unexpected challenges. Here are some tips for building adaptability into your small business:

Embrace Technology - Investing in current technologies allows small businesses to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve customer service. Cloud computing provides affordable access to advanced IT resources. Mobile solutions allow employees to work remotely. Updated software and hardware improves efficiency.

Cross-Train Employees - Employees skilled in multiple roles provide a workforce that can shift as business needs change. Provide training opportunities to expand capabilities. Document procedures to retain institutional knowledge.

Diversify Your Offerings - A diverse product/service portfolio gives the flexibility to scale up or down offerings in response to market demands. Look for related products/services that leverage existing competencies.

Stay Nimble - Keep lean by regularly evaluating systems and structure. Outsource non-essential functions. Maintain a variable cost structure that can be adjusted based on revenues.

Listen to Customers - Solicit regular feedback from customers through surveys, focus groups, and community engagement. Use insights to guide business decisions.

Foster Innovation - Create a culture open to new ideas. Brainstorm regularly with staff to generate fresh approaches.

Pilot test inventive concepts. Implementing these strategies requires commitment and investment. But the payoff is an adaptable small business

positioned to readily respond to any shifts in the marketplace. The ability to nimbly evolve is essential for small businesses aiming for sustainable growth. With

flexible systems and operations, your company can confidently take on new ventures and overcome unforeseen obstacles.

All of the awards were presented by King and members of the CLBC.

“As we gather here today, let us reaffirm our collective commitment to fostering an environment where Black

Woods-Valentine business is located.

Holden presented the award to the Valentine family.

While growing up, Holden said he learned about the 96-year-old mortuary business through one of the most

businesses can thrive and continue to be meaningful to the economic landscape of California,” said Wilson, the chairperson of CLBC. “We continue to look forward to continuing our collaboration with the California Black Chamber of Commerce and stakeholders dedicated to empowering and uplifting Black-owned businesses.”

One of the oldest Black businesses in the state, Woods-Valentine Mortuary of Pasadena, received a special recognition for its longevity and contributions to its community. The mortuary was

effective forms of advertising in the Black community: church hand-held cooling fans.

Holden reflected on how the fans, for decades, were an important medium for information and advertising in Black communities across the United States for businesses like insurance companies, funeral homes, law firms, car dealerships and more.

State Controller Malia M. Cohen was the keynote speaker, and she was presented with the CLBC’s Chair Award. Tara Lynn Gray, the Director of

established by James and Annie Mae Woods in 1928 in the area now known as Old Pasadena.

Fred Valentine and his brothers were employed by the mortuary. Then, in 1958, Valentine and his wife, Arzella J. Valentine, purchased the business and renamed it Woods-Valentine.

Mr. Valentine passed away at the age of 98 in 2017. Their daughters Janyce Valentine and Gail Valentine-Taylor now operate the business with their 97-year-old mother, who was present at the brunch.

“I’ve known this family for about 40 years. I am so proud of this family,” said Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena), who represents Assembly District (AD) 41 where the

California Office of the Small Business Advocate (CalOSBA), also delivered remarks.

Toks Omishakin, California Secretary of Transportation, was a guest.

King urged the business owners to continue to be exemplars and beacons of hope for other Black entrepreneurs and companies in the state.

“The business owners you see here have survived many obstacles and barriers, have been denied access to capital and other necessary resources to succeed, and have been told ‘no,’” King said. “But we say today, ‘thank you’ and ‘we appreciate you,’ with the hopes that they must carry the message: don’t quit and keep pushing.”

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.)

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Lamonte Stephen Scott, 2505 W. 80th Street, Inglewood, CA 90305, has filed a petition with the Superior Court Of California, County Of Los Angeles, Southwest District, 825 Maple Avenue, Torrance, CA 90503, to change his name.

FROM: Lamonte Stephen Scott -TO: Tony Lamont Scott

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing on March 15, 2024, 8:30 am, Dept B, Room 340, to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name change described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

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