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L.A. Rams: One of the Greatest Comeback Stories Ever By Thomas Bunn

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was a year that hundreds of thousands of Los Angeles football fans hate to remember. It was the year that both the LA Rams and LA Raiders were approved to relocate to St. Louis and Oakland, leaving some of their biggest fans throughout California devastated. They have been waiting desperately for over 20 years for their home teams, or any team for that matter, to return to the entertainment capital of the world. When the Rams and Raiders abandoned ship for St. Louis and Oakland, Inglewood was under the leadership of the late Ed Vincent, who became Inglewood’s first African American mayor. He would go on to serve a (Continued on page 2)

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SOTU: Obama Defends Record, Calls for Unity

ith a year left in his term, President Barack Obama spoke to the nation Tuesday night in his last State of the Union address. More somber than the Obama of 2008, and significantly grayer-haired, the president maintained his signature hope and optimism theme throughout, drawing a clear distinction between himself and Republican critics: “All the talk of America’s economic decline is political hot air,” he said. “So is all the rhetoric you hear about our enemies get(Continued on page 11)

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Inglewood Celebrates Life, Accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

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Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. delivering his famous “I Have a Dream” speech.

n Monday, January 18, 2016, the City of Inglewood will host its annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration. This year’s memorial of Dr. King’s legacy will be Inglewood’s 33rd annual commemoration of Dr. King’s life and accomplishments. Each year, the City celebrates with speeches from elementary, middle and high school students, inspiring speakers, moving gospel choirs, a family festival and renewed commitments to realize Dr. King’s Dream. “Inglewood’s Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Celebration is an inspiring event that reflects our community’s continued commitment to the ideas of freedom, equality, and mutual respect inspired by Dr. King,” said Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts, Jr. “The public is invited to join us in remembrance of this civil rights hero.” The City will kick-off its 2016 King Day celebration at 9:00 a.m. with a commemorative program at The Tabernacle, located at 321 N. Eucalyptus Ave. Under the banner “Dream with a Vision. Live with a Purpose,” the King Day event will feature performances by local

choirs and community groups, as well as participation from elected officials and special guests. KJLH radio personality Kevin Nash will serve as the master of ceremonies, and Olympic Gold Medalist Althea Moses and actress Laya Haynes, voice of Disney’s “Doc” McStuffins will serve as Grand Marshals. The event will include performances by Faithful Central Bible Church’s One Voice and True Praise from The Experience Christian Ministries. The finale of this gala event will feature inspirational award-winning speeches from our citywide youth MLK Day speech contest. The winners represent four grade categories including early elementary (K-2); elementary (35); middle school (6-8); and high school (9-12) grade levels. The winners in each category will speak on the topic “Dream with a Vision. Live with a Purpose.” A symbolic civil rights march will follow after the service, beginning at approximately 11:00 a.m. March participants will leave The Tabernacle and travel a new march route along Manchester Boulevard culminating at The Fabulous Forum (corner of Manchester Boulevard and Prairie Avenue.). Ingle-

wood is proud of its march which is designed to reenact the civil rights marches of the 1950s and 1960s. On the day of the event, access to Manchester Boulevard from Eucalyptus Avenue to Prairie Avenue will be restricted from 10:15 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. Following the symbolic civil rights march, the 2016 King Day activities will continue on the grounds of the Fabulous Forum with King Fest, including commercial vendors, interactive games, food and live entertainment provided by our radio and entertainment sponsor, Radio FREE KJLH 102.3 FM. The City of Inglewood’s King Day celebration is sponsored by Sky Posters, The Madison Square Garden Company, KJLH Radio 102.3, Faithful Central Bible Church, Inglewood Today, Consolidated Disposal Service, West Basin Municipal Water District, The Gas Company and Inglewood Unified School District. For more information about Inglewood’s King Day Celebration, call (310) 412-8750 or visit the City’s website at www.cityofinglewood.org.

L.A. Rams: One of the Greatest Comeback Stories Ever (Continued from page 1) 16-year term in office, and would have been extremely proud of Inglewood Mayor James T. Butts, city council, staff, and community for bringing NFL football back home to Inglewood. Being drafted by the LA Rams, himself, in the 3rd round of 1956, would have been icing on the

cake for Vincent. Mayor Butts has been a trailblazer since he’s come into office, revitalizing the Inglewood community and returning its proud moniker as the City of Champions. In January of 2015, Mayor Butts and the Inglewood City Council introduced to the community an initiative that partnered Stan Kroenke, owner of the St. Louis Rams with Stockbridge Capital (owners of the Hollywood Park Land Company),

to build an NFL stadium on the existing Hollywood Park development and on a parcel of land owned by Kroenke. After amassing well over 20,000 petition signatures to authorize the rezoning of the proposed stadium site to allow for an NFL venue, the council approved the stadium with a unanimous 5–0 vote during a February 24th 2015 council meeting, that was met with an uproar of support. (Continued on page 5)

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l Niño is predicted to bring heavy rainstorms and flooding to California. It’s important to plan ahead and be prepared. Follow these tips to help ensure that you and your loved ones are safe and comfortable when El Niño hits SoCal. 1. Preparedness Kit Make sure your preparedness kit includes flashlights, batteries, cash and first aid supplies. Check out this preparedness kit checklist from our friends at the American Red Cross to make sure you have everything you’ll need in your supply kit.

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3. Inspect Your Car Make sure your windshield wipers are working and check your tire tread. An easy way to test your tire tread is by doing this simple penny test. 4. Prepare Your Home Clear your gutters and outdoor drains. Keeping your gutters clear can help eliminate the risk of water damage from having clogged gutters. If water flow

5. Trees and Vegetation Prepare now for stormy, winter weather. Submit a tree trimming request if you observe trees or other vegetation that are dead or dying and leaning into overhead power is not possible, it can accumulate lines. water in areas of your roof, basement, cause rusting and lead to an 6. Watch for Downed Wires increased risk of decay, moisture Severe weather can cause power and leaks. Now is a good time lines to fall. They can electrify pudto clean the gutters around your dles, wet grass and the surroundhome. ing area. Never approach a downed Also, be sure to use a sturdy lad- wire, or anyone or anything in conder, be aware of your surroundings tact with it. Stay away and call 911 and stay at least 10 feet away from immediately. power lines. Sandbags can also be A downed wire doesn’t always used to help protect your home and spark or hum. Always assume a (Continued on page 9) property before a storm.

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City Council Resumes After Holiday Break By Veronica Mackey

he Inglewood City Council held its weekly public meeting on Tuesday after a 4-week hiatus for the holidays. Council members welcomed 2016 with a light agenda and sad news. Former District One Councilman Mike Stevens passed away during the Christmas break. According to a source, his funeral service was held on January 11. “I am broken hearted because my present city councilman (George Dotson) called to inform me that Mike Stevens has passed. He did pass on December 19. I am brokenhearted because Mike was a beautiful, healthy brilliant man and a very good friend of mine” said Aldene Sligh. “Mr. Stevens . . .went out of his way to help young people. I am stunned. It breaks my heart. I hope everyone will reach out to his family, with prayers at the very least,” Ray Davis said.

Inglewood City Council In other matters, employees at on Florence and making quick left NS Corp. want the City to install a turns north onto Eucalyptus. The dedicated left- turn-only lane at the intersection is adjacent to Failthful corner of Florence and Eucalyptus. Central Bible Church. A woman named Sandy Hill pre“I went around to several busisented the council with a petition nesses. They all signed the petisigned by businesses that support tion,” Hill said. A second employee the lane installation. According from NS who crosses the street said, to Hill, it is unsafe for pedestrians “I literally put my life in my hands.” crossing the street at the intersec- Another employee who witnessed a tion, due to motorists traveling east man making a left turn said, “The

person in the crosswalk had to literally jump back. It was a near hit. “ Agreements with the California Gang Reduction, Intervention, and Prevention (CalGRIP) Program were approved. Grant funds will provide administrative and direct services, including mental health, substance abuse counseling and home visits for one year. A resolution was adopted to amend the Fiscal Year 2015-2016 Budget to add a $29,000 reimbursement for the bus shelter relocation project. Fourteen claims against the City of Inglewood, between September 9, 2014 and November 3, 2015, for property damage and personal injury were denied. In closing remarks, council members acknowledged the passing of their former colleague. Dotson, who took over District One after his victory over Stevens, expressed condo(Continued on page 10)

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How Regular Folks Can Benefit From the NFL Stadium Deal

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ow that word is out about NFL owners voting 30-2 to bring the Rams back to L.A., to play at the proposed Inglewood stadium, the city is buzzing with excitement. Residents can expect their city to be in the limelight for years to come. First there is the period of 2 or more years that it will take to complete the new $1.9 billion stadium, then the first season when the Rams will make their grand return to L.A. There is a chance that the Rams may share the stadium with the San Diego Chargers. As you know, there is plenty of big money riding on this stadium, particularly for NFL owners. Locally, real estate developers and corporations stand to make a tidy profit. Since 2012, even before the Inglewood City Council voted in favor of the stadium, property values have risen over 52 percent. It is a huge undertaking which may have some residents leary about what will happen to their stake in the city. I want to encourage everyone to look for and take advantage of the benefits which can come from this project. For small business owners, this is definitely a boom to the economy. The stadium is being built next to the Hollywood Park Tomorrow Project, already planned for 3,000 new homes, a hotel, retail shopping, restaurants and corporate offices. There is huge potential here for small businesses to increase their revenue or even partner with other businesses to attract future customers. Savvy business owners will be on the look out for vendor bidding opportunities with the stadium. Community organizations will have new resources for youth sports camps and other activities, along with sponsorship opportunities. Homeowners can expect property values to rise even higher and increase their equity.

Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly In addition to the thousands of jobs expected to be provided through Hollywood Park development, there will be plenty of living wage jobs at the stadium and with the league. Tax revenues will benefit everyone in the city and go toward vital services that improve the quality of life like senior and youth programs, street improvement, public safety, and beautification projects. Finally, there is the benefit of being part of history in the making. The L.A. market has been without a home team for more than 20 years! And now, Inglewood will host the Rams and possibly, the Chargers. Think of what this will do for families who have never been able to take their children to a live football game in the area. Change can be unsettling, and it may take awhile to get used to the “new Inglewood.” It will be an easier transition, though, if you keep updated about what is going on in Inglewood and what is to come. Keep reading Inglewood Today, visit our website at www.inglewoodtoday.com or the city’s website at www.cityofinglewood.org. Attend the council meetings in Inglewood City Hall on Tuesdays at 2pm. Kudos to Mayor Butts, council members, other city officials, developers, and Inglewood voters for their vision and faith for the future. The best is yet to come.

L.A. Rams: One of the Greatest Comeback Stories Ever (Continued from page 2) Mayor Butts added, “This is a transformative moment in the history of Inglewood. We are honored to be the vessel that returned history and the legacy of the NFL to the region. This will be the most magnificent sports entertainment complex in the country.” Back in August of 2015, Stan Kroenke, Dean Spanos of the San Diego Chargers, and Mark Davis of

the Oakland Raiders presented their Los Angeles plans to the NFL board in Schaumburg, Illinois outside Chicago. It was here where Kroenke laid out the illustrious plan for the City of Champions Stadium at the Hollywood Park Tomorrow site. Tuesday evening, NFL owners reconvened in Houston, Texas for a series of votes which have been compared to “waiting to see who the net Pope will be.” Just before 9pm, the NFL voted 30-2 to ratify the Rams’ application for an im(Continued on page 8)

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Getting Around Inglewood in 1939 By Anne Cheek La Rose

nglewood in 1939, like the rest of the country, was coming out of the Great Depression. We were still a small town and only 31 years old as a city. The Westchester community did not exist and the largest thing between our western boundary and Pershing Drive in Playa Del Rey was Mines Field, the beginnings of LAX. East of us was pretty well populated, but below Century was agricultural in stair-steps all the way to Normandie. Lennox was a great deal larger than today. This was Inglewood’s surroundings in 1939. Centinela (Edward Vincent Park), as we know it, did not exist. The land was there but not designated as a park till 1945. La Brea was still known as Commercial Street and went no farther north than the city line at 64th Street. La Brea from Los Angeles meandered through the Baldwin Hills and came into Inglewood roughly where Fairfax is now, took a left and connected with our Commercial Street. La Brea, as we know it was cut

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Anne Cheek La Rose through the Hills later. La Brea was an important street, but only to the curve where Market, Spruce (Pep Boys), and La Palma Drive intersect. La Brea went straight into now La Palma Drive (formerly La Brea Drive), ending at Prairie. Today, La Brea goes all the way to Century where the name changes to Hawthorne. (In 1939, Century was our southern city limit which explains the name change.) La Brea is a main artery south now, but in 1939, the main

artery was Market Street and went all the way into Hawthorne. Then it was known as Market Ave. Today’s La Cienega was called Anza Ave. below the Arbor Vitae intersection. There, the name changed to Freeman Ave, and it ran north to Centinela. Crenshaw, so important today, with the exception of two blocks, was undeveloped in 1939, and stopped at Manchester. Prairie was always called Prairie and was an important street. Van Ness was our eastern city boundary as it is today, but it was only so named from 77th St. to Manchester. Below Manchester it was Arlington Ave. The property that now encompasses The Forum and the Hollywood Park development was oil fields. The Potrero Country Club was situated on the Forum property and the majority of the oil wells were on the Hollywood Park portion. In Hollywood Park, there were streets named Potrero Ave, Fletcher, Prospect, Redwood Street, and Lockhaven Ave.

Other streets that aren’t here anymore were Potter Ave., and Lillian Ave., extensions of Kelso and Nutwood respectively. Dorothy Place was incorporated into the Vons Market property, where Sears used to sit. Edith Street, between Damask Ave. (now Inglewood Ave.) and Market is now 94th Street. Turner Ave. was the name of today’s 8th Ave. The homes on the west side of Hillcrest date to the 1920s-1930s. However, the homes on St. John Place, Regent Circle, and Howland Place were carved out of the Daniel Freeman estate which was bounded by Hillcrest, Grace, Prairie, and Regent in the 1950s and early 1960s. Lastly, in 1939, Inglewood Park Cemetery belonged to the County. Place your DBAs, Probates, Trustee Notices, Legal Notices, Summons and more in Inglewood Today Print & Online Call: 310.670.9600

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LA County Creates Opportunities for Small Business

os Angeles County is looking to award more contracts to small businesses, as well as businesses owned by disabled veterans, under a motion approved by the Board of Supervisors. “Supporting small business is good business for the County as they provide half of all jobs in the region,” said Supervisor Mark RidleyThomas, lead author of the motion. “This would bring a triple-bottom line benefit: meaningful employment for the disadvantaged, reducing the demand on County services, and increasing the tax base.” The motion noted the County is in a unique position to strengthen the local economy because of its immense purchasing and contracting spending power. “Small businesses help our regional economy in big and small ways by meeting consumer needs and by providing local jobs,” said Board Chair Hilda Solis, who co-authored the motion. “The County needs to advocate on behalf of these entrepreneurs and this motion does exactly that.”

The motion, as amended by Supervisors Sheila Kuehl and Don Knabe, directs the County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) to develop an action plan to have small businesses account for 25 percent, and for businesses owned by disabled veterans to account for 3 percent, of the County’s procurement by 2020. DCBA said awarding contracts to small businesses and business owned by disadvantaged community members not only results in the delivery of goods and services, but a “measurable social impact.” The federal government, as well as several state and local governments, have similar policies. Bill Allen, president and CEO of the LA Economic Development Corporation, expressed support for the motion, calling it “another encouraging step in a series of enlightened motions from this Board, evidencing a clear commitment to increasing economic prosperity and opportunity, to reducing income inequality, and to raising standards of living for all County residents.”

ormer Inglewood Councilman Mike Stevens passed away on December 19, 2015 from cancer, a source said. The news came as a shock to many who did not know that he was sick. Funeral services were held January 11th at the Inglewood Center for Spiritual Living at 525 N. Market St., Inglewood, according to 2UrbanGirls.com. Elected in March 2011 on the Inglewood City Council with a 20 percent lead in the popular vote, Stevens represented the 1st District of Inglewood until he lost re-election in 2013 to George Dotson. The district covers a large part of central and northeast Inglewood including all of Morningside Park, Briarwood and Carlton Square, the east portion of the Vincent Park area, the area west of Hollywood Park and the Forum, the areas around Daniel Freeman west to the old Inglewood downtown Market Street, and his District represents the largest voting bloc; close to half of the voters in the City of Inglewood. During his tenure, Stevens was an advocate for small business, residential sound insulation and government transparency. He also

he $1.5 billion jackpot—the largest in U.S. lottery history— has generated an insane amount of buzz, which hopefully culminated in a grand prize winner or two on Wednesday night—or not! The last time the lottery game produced a winner was Nov. 7, 2015. There have been 19 drawings with no winner. Since Powerball made the odds of winning harder, the growing jackpot has been attracting more players, including those from states where Powerball does not exist. Alaska, Hawaii, Nevada, Utah, Alabama and Mississippi do not have lotteries of any kind. Some of the biggest ticket sales, Powerball officials say, come from border cities. AP reported that one man drove 45 minutes Monday from Henderson, Nevada, to buy tickets in Nipton, California. He

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The Huge Mistake People Make When They Try to Quit Smoking By Ruth Barringham

f you’re reading this article, then it’s because you’re looking for a way to quit smoking for good. Why are you looking for a way? Probably because you’ve tried to quit smoking several times and failed. And that’s because quitting smoking is difficult. It’s a habit that’s hard to break. So often people think that in order to give up cigarettes, all they have to do is pick a day to stop smoking and that’s it. They believe that in some magical way, they’ll wake up on that day and their craving for cigarettes will be gone, or at least diminished enough so that they won’t be desperate for a cigarette any more. Usually the day they pick is January 1st for their New Year’s resolution. But as usual, it doesn’t work. So what goes wrong? Why can’t smokers stop smoking? It’s because of the huge mistake they all make. And that mistake is thinking that

smoking is an addiction and all they have to do is stop smoking and their addiction will go away. But smoking ISN’T an addiction. It’s a habit. You see when junkies try to quit, their bodies are so addicted to the drugs they’ve been taking, that they struggle to live without them. This is why, as soon as they stop taking drugs their bodies react by becoming cold and covered in goose bumps (otherwise known as turkey flesh) which is where the saying “going cold turkey” comes from. They also progress (or worsen) to having leg spasm, which is also where the saying “kicking the habit” comes from. Junkies go through a lot of physical and psychological trauma when they quit drugs. But when smokers quit, all that happens is they want another cigarette and they don’t suffer from adverse effects

L.A. Rams: One of the Greatest Comeback Stories Ever (Continued from page 5) mediate move, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell called relocation a “…painful process.” The Rams began their NFL history in 1936 as the Cleveland Rams, part of the American Football Conference (AFL) where they would play 1 season before joining the NFL in 1937. The Rams relocated to Los Angeles

in 1946 where they would play 33 seasons at the Los Angeles Coliseum until relocating to Anaheim following the 1979 NFL season to play out another 15 seasons before moving to St. Louis in that dreadful 1995 season for LA football fans. The gray clouds that once loomed over LA’s professional football fandom have cleared and fans around Southern California are rejoicing as NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell announced that Inglewood

because their bodies aren’t addicted to nicotine, which is why nicotine patches or nicotine gum don’t work, because your body isn’t craving nicotine. It’s your mind that’s craving the habit of actually smoking a cigarette. You don’t want to ingest nicotine. You just want to light up a cigarette, taste it, and feel the smoke going down into your lungs and back up again. THAT’S what you miss. Let’s face it, if nicotine was removed from cigarettes and they still tasted the same, you’d still want to smoke wouldn’t you? So what can you do? How can you stop wanting to smoke? The answer is simple. You need to stop smoking the same way you started. Gradually. You didn’t begin as a pack-a-day smoking and you don’t have to stop so abruptly either. Instead you need to unravel your

smoking habit one day and one week at a time, until you wake up one morning and the craving to smoke is gone. Not only is it gone, but you’re glad it’s gone. You’ve created a brand new nonsmoking lifestyle. And that’s what you’ve really been craving. Isn’t it? Ruth Barringham was a smoker herself for years until she tried a quit smoking course that was so easy to do - and it worked! Now she’s wrapped up the whole process in one easy-tofollow, step-by-step program in her book, How to Quit Smoking - Without Giving Up Cigarettes, that you can buy in paperback, Kindle or PDF download. Own it today. Read more about this amazing program at http://cheritonhousepublishing.com/ books/HQS.html. Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/expert/Ruth_Barringham/38265

is the preferred site for the NFL. “I think the reason the 2 teams left in the 90’s was because they didn’t have an adequate stadium. I think this is going to be one of the greatest sports complexes in the world.” Goodell said in a press conference. Rams fans gathered Tuesday at the future stadium site chanting “LA Rams” in excitement, as they now can officially root for their home team at the Coliseum where the Rams will begin their 2016 NFL season until the

City of Champions Stadium is completed in 2019. “To be able to say that I hung in there all these years and now they’re back is amazing to me,” Johhny Perez, an LA Rams fan, said at the rally on Tuesday night. “It’s some good people in St. Louis, it’s just time for the Rams to come home. They’ve been gone too long and the vacation is over finally,” says Mike Griffin, longtime Rams fan. After the Rams relocation was (Continued on page 10)

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Waste and Recycling Jobs: Opportunities Are Plentiful

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rade and technical positions are the bright, shining stars of the economy these days. They don’t require a college degree, do provide the opportunity for a meaningful career, and they often pay very well. One industry, in particular, shines brightest among those hiring these positions: America’s waste and recycling business. “These are great careers,” says Sharon H. Kneiss, president and CEO of the National Waste & Recycling Association. “We do a real service for residents and business owners alike. And business is growing!” According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of waste and recycling collectors is expected to grow significantly over the next seven years. Between 2012 and 2022, more than 21,000 jobs are expected to be created—a 16-percent growth rate. In 2012, the median annual pay for truck drivers was about $38,000. With overtime, experienced waste and recycling drivers can earn much, much more. Some workers in various cities make upwards of $100,000 when you factor in overtime. And, most jobs in the field offer generous benefits and possibilities for upwards mobility. Driving a refuse truck generally requires a commercial driver’s license; however, companies are happy to train new recruits.

“The advantages of driving a waste or recycling vehicle are significant: the hours are regular and predictable, the job is local, and it pays well,” Kneiss said. “Plus there’s job security: We’re always going to need good drivers.” But the opportunities in the waste and recycling industry don’t end there. Mechanics and welders who work on the industry’s fleet are also in significant demand. For example, the BLS reports that the 2012 median pay for a diesel mechanic was more than $42,000 per year and that the total number of jobs across all industries was expected to grow by 9 percent from 2012 to 2022—more than 21,000 additional positions. There are both formal and informal diesel mechanic training programs. In some cases, the company will train you. But there are also a number of programs offered by vocational schools, community colleges and adult education programs. In addition, mechanics qualified to work on compressed natural gas engines would do well to investigate the waste and recycling industry: It has one of the largest CNG truck fleets in the U.S. To learn more about opportunities in the waste and recycling industry, go to http://beginwiththebin.org/jobs. Source: NewsUSA

Nine Steps to Prepare for El Niño (Continued from page 3) downed wire is energized. Coming into contact with electrical wires can cause serious injury or even death. 7. Use a Flashlight Keep a flashlight handy because using candles during an emergency or outage poses a high fire risk.

8. Watch Traffic Signals Watch for traffic signals that may be out and approach those intersections as four-way stops. Remember that if your windshield wipers are on, your headlights should be on as well. 9. Secure Trash and Debris Make sure to secure trash and other items that have the potential of blowing or floating away. (Courtesy of SCE)

The Importance of Saving and Having Closing Costs Buying a Home (Part 2 of 4) By Odest T. Riley, Jr., President, WLM Financial Services

n my last article, I focused on the importance of having good credit, and why it was so important to the path of homeownership. Once you have started working on getting your credit in order the second step is learning to save money. Many people will say Odest, I don’t make enough money to save anything. My response to you is that, in some circumstances, that is true but in most cases it’s more about budgeting and distinguishing between wants and needs. You need to eat, but that doesn’t mean it has to be from a sit down restaurant. You need to have transportation, but that doesn’t mean you have to lease a new car every 2 years. 2016 is here and it’s time to start getting the things you need tucked away so you can have the things you want later. Learning to save can be an uncomfortable process but it’s worth it. So the first thing we have to do is get a savings account. This stops you from automatically dipping into your money every time you swipe your debit card. The second thing is setting a savings amount, even if it’s just $20 dollars a month. But once the habit is in place it will become easier to find ways to save a little more here and there. Some people are going to wonder why I am so concerned about you opening a savings account and ask what does that have to do with buying, selling or refinancing a home. And I would say everything. One of the things very rarely brought up in real estate is the fact that you generally need

Odest T. Riley, Jr. to have some savings or reserves when purchasing a home. The reason for this is lenders like to see that you have a few months of money tucked away, to help you get through a rough patch. A fact of life, we all go through every now and then. But with a little preparation we can get you past this and into your dream of owning. In many cases we can even help you find down payment assistance which will allow you to save the money in the bank for something else. At WLM Financial our goal and my dream is to teach people how to get in the position to be financially free, and with a little bit of hard work and endurance you can get there. If you have any question on anything from how to open a savings account or how to get out of Chex systems, feel free to call me anytime at 310-905-7420 or email odest@wlmfinancial.com. You can also visit our wlmfinancial Facebook page or @wlmfinancial on Twitter. We will be giving money saving tips all year long.

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Adriane Graham, DDS A Professional Dental Corporation 128 N. Locust Street Inglewood, CA 90301

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Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) lences to the family. He also announced an upcoming document shredding at the ICOP Center, 2901 Manchester Blvd., on February 27. Councilman Ralph Franklin was not present. Councilman Alex Padilla thanked the community on Franklin’s behalf for their generous support during the holiday season. The Inglewood community, he said, helped provide food and gifts to over 225 famlies and 1000 children at the St. Margaret’s holiday event. Padilla also expressed condolences to Stevens’ family, as did Councilman Eloy Morales. “The council definitely mourns the passing of Mike Stevens.” Mayor James Butts said. The council closed out its first meeting of the new year with a short flim highlighting events in 2015. The film looked back on milestones in the City of Inglewood, including: • The 32nd Annual MLK Day • Unanimous council ap-

proval for an NFL stadium • Beautification of Inglewood High School • Mayor Butts’ State of the City address, hosted by sports announcers Jim Hill and Fred Rogin • American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life fundraiser • District 2 Picnic and Chili Cookoff • Being a host city for the Jamaican delegation, 2015 Special Olympics • Appointment of Vincent Matthews, the new Inglewood school trustee • Hispanic Heritage Festival • Ground breaking on the Century Blvd. project • Inglewood Open Studios arts event • Snoop Dogg’s turkey giveaway at the Fabulous Forum • Second annual Christmas tree lighting at the Fabulous Forum • The Residential Sound Insulation program insulates its 2000th home, making Inglewood the number one sound insulation program in the country With the City’s eyes fixated on 2019, Los Angeles Olympic committee officials have their eyes fixated on 2024. Casey Wasserman said in a statement Wednesday they are “thrilled to welcome” the construction of a $2-billionplus, state-of-the-art football stadium in Inglewood. The new NFL stadium represents an opportunity to add to the array of high-quality venues we already have in our Games plan,” committee chairman Casey Wasserman said in a statement. Two NFL football teams, world class entertainment, a state of the art multipurpose stadium, residential developments, public parks, art exhibits, the possibility of a Super Bowl, and the Olympic Games, means Inglewood is no longer the place to drive through, but the place to drive to. Emerging from near bankruptcy to becoming the soonto-be entertainment hub of Southern California, and welcoming home the Los Angeles Rams after a 20-year separation, we are witnessing two entities, sharing in one incredible comeback story. In the words of Wilma Rudolph, “If you can pick up after a crushing defeat, and go on to win again, you are going to be a champion someday.” City of Champions Stadium proves she was right.

This statement was filed with the County Clerk on December 29, 2015.

I (We) 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.) Sheetal Chadha and Sachin Chawla, Owners This statement was filed with the County Clerk on January 5, 2016.

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.

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L.A. Rams: One of the Greatest Comeback Stories Ever (Continued from page 8) ratified Tuesday night, NFL owners Mark Davis, Dean Spanos, and Stan Kroenke gave their thoughts on the decision. “My goal from the start of this process was to create the options necessary to safeguard the future of the Chargers franchise while respecting the will of my fellow NFL owners,” said Chargers chairman Dean Spanos. “Today we achieved this goal with the compromise reached by NFL ownership.” Raiders owner Mark Davis congratulated Inglewood, Mayor Butts, and assured the fans that the future is bright for Raider Nation. “I want to congratulate the Mayor of Inglewood, Mayor Butts, he’s a good friend of mine, and we’ll see where the Raider Nation ends up here, we’ll be working really hard to find us a home. And so for our fans, don’t feel bad, we’ll make it right!” Stan Kroenke reflected on the complexity of the process, “This has been the most difficult process of my professional career. While we are excited about the prospect of building a new stadium in Inglewood, California, this is bitter sweet.” In regards to how the stadium will impact the com-

munity, Kroenke said, “This is a big economic benefit to Inglewood.” According to the Hollywood Park Tomorrow website, Inglewood stands to benefit significantly once the project is completed, beginning with the fact

Ralph Franklin added, “This is a great day for the City of Inglewood. I wanna give thanks and a shout out to the Mayor, the Council, the entire city staff, and the community of the City of Inglewood that rallied in a labor of love to make this a reality.”

that no tax dollars or public funding will be used for the construction of the City of Champions Revitalization Project, including the new stadium. The revised project is expected to create a longterm revenue source for the City of Inglewood that is substantially larger than estimates from the prior plan. Councilman Alex Padilla of District 2 said, “The decision of the NFL bringing the Rams to Inglewood is going to be an economic boom not only for Inglewood, but for the surrounding communities as well. I want to thank the community for believing in us as a council. From day one, we said this is a win-win for all of us.” District 4 Councilman

ties as they become available. City Councilman Eloy Morales added, “The NFL will make an incredible impact on our city. Economically, it will push us into the mainstream. We have always been a proud city because we know what we have. Now, it will feel great sharing it with the entire country. I want to thank our residents for making this happen.” City Manager Artie fields said, “The Rams’ return to the Los Angeles Area is a significant accomplishment for the City of Inglewood. We have been preparing for the Rams announcement for some time

The project is expected to create thousands of new construction as well as permanent jobs in Inglewood. Hiring preference from stadium jobs will be given to Inglewood residents, with a goal of hiring at least 35% from the community. The new project will provide job-training programs and local job fairs to prepare Inglewood residents for the new employment opportuni-

now and I feel confident that we will rise to this once in a life time opportunity.” The city’s general fund is expected to receive tens of millions in revenue annually from the City of Champions Revitalization Project once the stadium is in operation. Revenues from the project will also fund new after-school activities, such as mentoring and anti-gang programs.

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.) Adriane Graham, DDS-A Professional Dental Corporation, Owner This statement was filed with the County Clerk on November 25, 2015

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.) Sheetal Chadha, Owner

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SOTU: Obama Defends Record, Calls for Unity (Continued from page 1) ting stronger and America getting weaker.” He added, “The United States of America is the most powerful nation on Earth. Period. It’s not even close.” With little time left to enact major legislation, the Commanderin-Chief focused instead on his legacy and what is needed to keep American values strong. He talked about the importance of bipartisanship and regretted that he could not have brought members of Congress closer together. It was not for a lack of trying. Almost three-quarters of his speech focused on politics. He defended his legacy and ran down a list of accomplishments, including bringing America back from the brink of depression, reopening relations with Cuba, and aggressive action on climate control. The economy was a recurring theme: “We’re in the middle of the longest streak of private-sector job creation in history,” the president noted. “More than 14 million new jobs, the strongest two years of job growth since the 1990s, an unemployment rate cut in half. Our auto industry just had its best year ever.” The speech was toned down. Gun violence was mentioned only once, although he used executive orders to enforce tighter gun control just last week. He minced no words, however, criticizing GOP opponents: “When the GOP’s candidates take the stage in South Carolina this Thursday for their next debate, they will offer up the same old failed policies.” Without mentioning names, he called out Donald Trump for his stance against Muslims: “As frustration grows, there will be voices urging us to fall back into tribes, to scapegoat fellow citizens who don’t look like us, or pray like us, or vote like we do, or share the same background. We can’t afford

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to go down that path. It won’t deliver the economy we want, or the security we want, but most of all, it contradicts everything that makes us the envy of the world.” Even South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley, who was selected to give the Republican response to Obama’s address, supported the president’s opinion. She called on Americans to resist the temptation “to follow the siren call of the angriest voices.” “No one who is willing to work hard, abide by our laws and love our traditions should ever feel unwelcome,” Haley said in a statement released ahead of the SOTU. Like an employee on his way out, Obama used the speech to appeal to those who hired him, offering advice on how to make the next presidential term better. The president spoke directly to voters, saying divisive policies must be changed or we will risk losing American democracy. He called for an end to big money financing political campaigns: “We have to reduce the influence of money in our politics so that a handful of families or hidden interests can’t bankroll our elections.” Political gerrymandering, he said, has to go: “I think we’ve got to end the practice of drawing our congressional districts so that politicians can pick their voters, and not the other way around. Let a bipartisan group do it.” With seven years behind him, and his mind firmly on the future, President Obama vowed to keep working with Republicans on such issues as gun control, immigration reform, and criminal justice reform. Despite exhausting battles that have sometimes squashed his efforts at compromise, he seemed willing to keep extending his hand to political rivals. If he succeeds on bringing together Democrats and Republicans to finally solve issues that they fight over, it could be one of his most important legacies.

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D at e s i n J a n u a ry & F e b r u a ry January 18, 2016 33rd Annual MLK Day The City of Inglewood will celebrate the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with a commemorative service, symbolic march and community festival. Inglewood’s MLK Day begins with a program featuring award-winning speeches from kindergarten through 12th grade students at 9:00am. KJLH’s Kevin Nash will serve as the emcee. It will be held at The Tabernacle, 321 N. Eucalyptus Ave. The program will be followed by a symbolic march around 11:00am, which culminates in King Fest 2016. The festival will feature music and live entertainment by KJLH, vendors, interactive games, and food. For more information, call (310) 412-8750 or visit the City’s website at www. cityofinglewood.org.

PBS later in February 2016. “Wilhemina’s War” focuses on the impact of HIV/AIDS among African American women across generations living in the South through the story of 62 year-old Wilhemina Dixon. A doll making workshop will be held on January 23, from 2-4. Create a doll that you can donate to children who have HIV/AIDS. Events will be held at the William Grant Still Arts Center, 2520 S. West View Street, Los Angeles. For details about all activity times and dates, call (323) 734-1165.

New Year Kicks Off with Powerball Fever (Continued from page 7) value is significantly reduced, even before taxes. Less than 10 percent of players choose their own numbers. There is no evidence that choosing your own numbers will give you an advantage over having your numbers generated randomly by a machine, officials say. Don’t toss your ticket! Even lottery tickets with a partial match can pay out a prize of as much as $1 million. About one in every 25 tickets can win either $1 million, $50,000,

$100, $7 or $4. Not all winners have happy endings. If you hit the jackpot, keep it quiet until you have a game plan. Lottery officials recommend assembling a team of financial experts before claiming your prize. And if you don’t want to be thrust into the spotlight or get hit up for cash, try to stay anonymous. There are a few states that don’t release the names of lottery winners. Otherwise, a winner could create a trust that can claim the prize to stay under the radar. Good luck!

Ongoing Talk to a Lawyer Online In cooperation with the City of Inglewood, the Legal Aid Foundation of Los Angeles (LAFLA) now offers a teleconferencing center at the Main Library, where you can speak to a lawyer live, and send them documents. They offer legal Through February 13, 2016 advice and guidance on a variety 5th Annual Black Doll Show of civil matters, including evicThemes for this year’s doll show tions, divorces, and child custody. include “The War Against HIV/ They can provide referrals to priAIDS,” and “Women of the African vate attorneys, other legal servicDiaspora in the Trenches.” Curated es, or other resources as needed. by Dr. Cynthia Davis. Hours for teleconferencing are evOn Saturday, January 9, from ery Wednesday from 11am to 2pm. 3-5pm, attend a special preview Ask the Audio/Visual Desk assistant screening of the documentary “Wil- for help or call ahead for an appointhemina’s War,” which will air on ment at (310) 412-5380.