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Including Inglewood Airport Area • Baldwin Hills • Crenshaw/LA • Ladera Heights VOL. 25, No. 9

March 3, 2016

GOP Leaders Fear Trump-Clinton Matchup

By Veronica Mackey

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uper Tuesday was the night for Republican Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton.

Each claimed 7 out of 11 victories in the primary elections, solidifying the likelihood of being their respective party’s nominees.

Trump gained 315 delegates overall—99 more than his closest rival—Ted Cruz. Trump won votes throughout the conservative South in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Tennessee and Virginia, as well as the Northern states of Massachusetts and Vermont.

Hillary Clinton Sen. Ted Cruz won his home state of Texas, Oklahoma and Alaska.

And Florida Sen. Marco Rubio got On the Democratic side, Clinton his first win in Minnesota. now has a total of 386 delegates to Sanders’ 248. She picked up strong support among Southern AfricanAmerican voters in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia, and in Massachusetts.

Sanders won his own state, Vermont, along with Colorado, Minnesota and Oklahoma.

Trump, who is considered by traditional Republicans as a “loose cannon,” has defied conventional wisdom. He insults Hispanics, Sen. Lindsay Graham wants to ban Muslims in America

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and was harshly criticized for not distancing himself from white supremacist supporters until he was pressured to, and this has conservatives worried.

On Wednesday, Sen. Lindsay Graham told CBS News’ Charlie Rose, that Trump’s anti-diversity stance has hurt the party. If Trump becomes the GOP nominee, he will lose against Clinton in November, he said.

“The Hispanic community is trying to tell us that they want to be Republicans, we just won’t let them.

We may be in a position that we may

have to rally around Ted Cruz to stop Donald Trump.

“This is what I’m going to say to Republicans when we lose: ‘I told you the immigration issue is killing us.’ Have you ever heard of the statement, ‘too big to fail?’ Well, we’re too stubborn to win. Please quit beating up on the Hispanic community, stop saying they are rapists, because they’re not. We are driving away the fastest demographic in the country.”

CBS News Contributor Bob Schieffer said the GOP didn’t take (Continued on page 10)

20 Years of Bright Smiles

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By Thomas Bunn

ore than half of small businesses, according to the Small Business Administration, survive for five or more years, and about a third of them survive for more than 10 years. As you climb higher and higher, the data showcases that fewer and fewer businesses survive past a decade.

However, here in our own backyard, off the corner of Regent and Prairie Avenue, Doris A. Guevara D.D.S., Inc., known by patients as “Guevara Family Dentistry,” has risen above the statistics. The den(Continued on page 2)

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March 3, 2016

Community

Inglewood Girl Scout Leader Confirms Money Raised

By Veronica Mackey

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nitial confusion over monies raised by the Inglewood Girl Scouts troop was put to rest. It was previously reported that the $65,243 figure was inflated.

However, Cicely Smart, leader of Inglewood’s Troop 5215, confirmed on Wednesday that the $65,243 figure shown on stage by host Chris Rock is accurate.

The Academy donated the funds to the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles in advance of the show.

Scouts also sold cookies throughout Southern California over the weekend.

According to a statement from Girl Scouts of the USA, “Both Girl Scouts of the USA and the Academy have verified that, through sales of Girl Scout Cookies and donations made during the Oscars, the Girl Scouts raised $65,243, that will benefit girls, allowing them to improve their communities and continue developing into strong leaders.”

Making a pitch for his two young daughters, Rock told celebrity friends to reach into their “millionaire pockets” and support his daughters’ troop, as he descended the stage, carrying boxes of cookies into the audience.

The picture projected on the screen—that’s not an accurate picture,” Smart said.

Some of the funds will go to the Girl Scouts of Greater Los Angeles. Troop 5215 plans to use their portion to buy school supplies for foster children, take painting and pottery classes, and take a trip to an amusement park.

Smart said it was an honor to be chosen as part of the Oscar ceremonies and raise money for the Scouts.

A message on the troop’s Facebook page states: “We are honored and grateRock’s daughters actually belong ful to have been a part of raising to a troop in New York, but “he over $65,000 for the Girl Scouts wanted a troop that would represent of Greater Los Angeles! While the them. They chose us because we majority of these funds will NOT would probably fit that description go directly to our troop (as you better,” Smart said. may have read in various media Troop 5215 was tapped by pro- outlets), it definitely will make a ducers to appear in a skit with Rock. great impact on GSGLA girl proThe Rock girls, who were not pres- gramming!” ent, were photo-shopped in with the Troop 5215 has been around for Inglewood troop in a publicity shot, about 9 years and meets regularly Smart said. Not all of the girls who in Inglewood. There are 28 scout were at the Oscars appeared on the members who range in age from 5 screen as part of the skit. to 14. For more information about “I asked if at least they could use a the troop, email GSTroop5215@ photo of all the girls who were there gmail.com. at the Oscars. That was a request I made, but they said it was too late.

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20 Years of Bright Smiles (Continued from page 1) tal practice is proud to celebrate 20 years of service to the Inglewood community this month!

Founded in 1996 near Inglewood High School, Doris Guevara D.D.S, a native of El Salvador, opened her doors with the intention of helping her community. “I come from a family of 12 brothers and sisters. My parents were farmers in El Salvador, and my mother always had a vision that her kids would go to school because both of them didn’t have the opportunity to go to school.”

Guevara’s parents decided to move to the United States when she was 17 years old, and although she finished high school, she took an additional year before attending Santa Monica College to study Business Administration, and working part time at UCLA Medical Center. “I used to have a friend working at the dental office at UCLA and every time that I went into that clinic, it was something that I felt I could do.

After moving back to El Salvador in 1983, Guevara and her sister’s dream of becoming a dentist was

put in jeopardy, as a US backed El Salvador erupted into a devastating civil war that left an estimated 70,000 people dead.

“It was the worst time to go back home. The university was closed, businesses were closed, at night there was a lot of shooting and bombing and so the other choice was going to school in Mexico, which I did and graduated with honors in 1987.”

After getting married and having a daughter, who now works in social justice, in 1993, Guevara decided to relocate once again to the City of Inglewood, where her parents were residents. “In 1995 I got my license, I worked with a children’s specialist and started getting familiar with Inglewood. There weren’t a lot of Latino and minority dentists, and being a minority, I felt that this was my place. In 1996 we opened the office and I have been serving my community ever since. We’ve been blessed.”

With market fluctuations from events like 9/11, to the housing market crash of 2008 that stripped minority communities of close to 50% of its wealth (according

to economists), it’s an incredible achievement to be able to say that you’ve weathered the storms. In response to how she was able to survive tough times, Guevara added, “You have to be different, you have to believe that what you’re doing is the best, and give a good service.

It’s not all about money, we’re not in Beverly Hills, so we work with the needs of our patients. We accept Medi-Cal and we treat each patient with the same love and respect, it doesn’t matter if you have insurance, if you’re homeless, it doesn’t matter.”

As advice, Guevara recommends these 5 tips to healthy oral hygiene: 1. Brush at least twice a day for 2 minutes.

2. Floss daily.

3. Limit sugary foods and maintain a well balanced diet.

4. Don’t smoke or use tobacco.

5. Visit your dentist twice a year for a professional cleaning and examination.

For more information on Guevara Family Dentistry, call (310) 330-0604 or email guevaradental@ gmail.com.

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Online Mental Health for Youth

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outh struggling with post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression and other challenging issues can now get the mental health treatment they need without leaving home.

The Board of Supervisors authorized a contract with the University of Southern California to provide online mental health—also called tele-mental health—servicing youth and adults ages 12-to-21, who manifest mild-to-moderate psychiatric symptoms.

Mark Ridley-Thomas

Under the program, County Department of Mental Health social workers at the Martin Luther King, Jr. medical hub and similar facilities would refer youth to a completely virtual behavioral health clinic operated by USC Telehealth

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violent confrontation between Ku Klux Klan members and counter-protesters last weekend led to 3 stabbings and several arrests in Anaheim.

The violence began when 6 members arrived at Pearson Park on Saturday for what they called a “walking protest” for “White Lives Matter.” About 30 counter protesters confronted them, according to KTLA. It is not clear who started the fight, but police say only the counter-protestors were stabbed. Initially, KKK members were arrested, but they were let go because they acted in self-defense. One member who was carrying a confederate flag stabbed counter-protestors with a metal eagle on the tip of his pole.

The mob stomped two KKK men to the ground. . Seven counter-protesters remained in custody Monday for allegedly attacking the Klansmen with wooden posts.

Anaheim, which is home to Disneyland—and dubbed “The Happiest Place on Earth”—has a history of white supremacists groups.

In 1924, 4 out of 5 Anaheim City Council members were Klansmen.

Today, the city has a large Hispanic population.

According to police, the violence began almost immediately when KKK members got out of a black SUV. Clearly outnumbered by counter-protestors, they tried to defend themselves.

“We came here for a peaceful protest—white lives matter—and we get jumped,” one member told KTLA. The group had planned a peaceful demonstration denouncing “illegal immigration and Muslims”—ideology that is shared by GOP presidential candidate Donald Trump.

Last week David Duke, the former “Grand Wizard” of the KKK, told his followers that voting for anyone other than Trump “is really treason to your heritage.”

When questioned about endorsements by the KKK, Trump said he knew nothing about David Duke or the Klan. However, in a 2000 interview, Trump called Duke “a Klansman” and said: “This is not company I wish to keep.”

and USC’s School of Social Work.

The youth would then consult with licensed clinical social workers or Masters of Social Work interns via a secure HIPAA-compliant Internet platform—all they have to do is turn on their home computer, laptop

or tablet, or a loaner iPad provided by the program.

“This is a novel way to help atrisk youth,” said Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas. “The program makes critically needed early inter(Continued on page 6)

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March 3, 2016

Eye on the City

Senior Center Ground Breaking Another Milestone

By Veronica Mackey

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uesday’s council meeting began with a public hearing on the vacation of a portion of Grosvenor Street.

There are four properties fronting Grosvenor Street between La Brea Avenue and Beach Avenue.

Properties include the California National Guard Armory, Dept. of Motor Vehicles, Undercar Plus (automobile repair shop), and Marvin Engineering.

Marvin applied for vacation of public right-of-way because it wants to lease approximately 23,512 square feet to facilitate construction of security enhancements near its industrial complex at 216 W. Beach Avenue.

Councilman Ralph Franklin said the City would still have rights to the property. “We will still have the easement rights, not only for the city and all utility companies,

Inglewood Council and Parks, Recreation and Library Services Director Sabrina Barnes congratulate members of the MLK Day Committee.

but the army will have access to the property as well. Since ’08 we’ve been trying to get it done and this council is going to make it happen.” The resolution was adopted.

Councilmembers voted in favor

of various requests by the Inglewood Police Dept. Police will be getting additional security cameras. Authorization was also given for the department to conduct live scan fingerprinting services for the

public. A resolution was passed to amend the Master Fee Schedule to include a fee for the fingerprinting.

A three-year agreement with WPU, Inc., for transcription services was also approved.

Authorization was given to Mayor James Butts, or a designee, to execute all grant documents related to the California Department of Resources (CalRecycle) Payment Programs.

A staff member from the Economic And Community Development Department presented a report on the Draft Transit Oriented Development Plan for Downtown Inglewood and the Fairview Heights Metro Stations. “(The plan) will support a pedestrian environment around the Fairview Heights Metro Station,” she said. “The design plan includes (Continued on page 10)

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We Cannot Go Back!

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ine months from now, voters will once more decide their next commander-in-chief.

While I usually wait until the election is closer before starting my “get out and vote” campaign, the stakes are too high now.

If you have never voted or are thinking of skipping this one, please hear me out. The polarization between Republicans and Democrats could not be wider apart. It is reminiscent of the Civil War which nearly tore America apart in the 1860s.

If we don’t make the right choice in November, the consequences will be earth shattering.

Who knew when we elected our first black president that racist attacks would increase? But that is pretty much what has happened in the last 7 years. President Obama has become a lightning rod that has made America take a hard look at its ugly past. And, for some, having a black man holding the most powerful position on earth—a position that had only been reserved for white men-- is too much to take.

The backlash has been furious—not only racially, but in virtually every other area as well.

Like Abraham Lincoln, Obama has strived to become the unifier at a time when it seems the country is at odds on everything.

In case you think this election is more of the same, let me remind you of what is at stake this time around: We’re talking about candidates who want to end Social Security and health care as we know it. They want to privatize our schools and turn a blind eye to global warming.

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Willie Brown, Publisher, Inglewood Today Weekly Not voting is, in effect, saying, “Do whatever you want to me, I’m fine.” Are you sure? Remember, our ancestors may have been deceived and some even fought on the Confederate side, protecting those who enslaved them, because they did not know any better. But we can read now, we have televisions, we understand that Black Lives Matter, that everything matters.

We cannot say we don’t know because candidates have clearly stated where they stand on the issues. Trump believes a majority of Mexican immigrants are” rapists,” he wants Muslims banned from America, and is endorsed by the KKK (though he pretended not to know anything about the group).

While we are not in a Civil War, we are in a war nonetheless. This war is about class, diversity, income equality, women’s rights, and religious beliefs. So I urge you to use your power as a voter.

Pay attention to what is happening, and don’t let oppressive individuals get away with turning the clock back. You know better now.

California Bench Continues to Grow More Diverse

iversity on the California bench has slowly but steadily increased over the last 10 years, according to a legislatively mandated annualreport released today by the Judicial Council. The report contains demographic data on the ethnicity, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and veterans’ and disability status of California state justices and judges on the bench as of December 31, 2015.

This marks the tenth year the demographic information has been reported, as required by state statute. Responding to the ques-

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tionnaire is entirely voluntary for judges. On that basis, the report reflects the responses of only those judicial officers that provided demographic data.

Gender The data show a trend toward an increasing percentage of female trial court judges in 2015. Women now represent 32.9 percent of superior court judges, compared to 26.8 percent in 2006, continuing a steady upward trend over the past 10 years.

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Cost of Goods – Then and Now (Part 1) am a Baby Boomer and I ran across this cost of goods through the years and found it interesting.

I hope you will too. The goods we are comparing are apples (individually), coffee and chicken per pound, a carton of eggs, a bottle of average wine, and a gallon of whole milk.

In the 1940s, we saw the first Social Security check issued, Pearl Harbor was bombed and WWII started for us. Shortages became the rule because of the war effort, ‘Rosie the Riveter’ became the symbol of working women, the G I Bill was created, and the Baby Boom began.

The decade started with a $.02 apple and ended at $.05. Coffee reached a high of $.48, as the decade drew to a close and a pound of chicken was at its peak in ’48 and ’49 at $.15. Prices reached their peak in ’48 when eggs were $.26, wine was $.97, and whole milk was $.36 per gallon.

Prices in the 1950s were stable with the exception of a slight spike in 1958: An apple was $.06, coffee was $.58, chicken was $.18 (same

Anne Cheek La Rose for 1949) and eggs were a whopping $.30, wine was $1.13 a bottle, and milk ran $.42 per gallon. The decade kicked off with the Korean War, jet airplanes made their debut, Disneyland opened, Elvis Presley came on the scene, the first nuclear power plant went into service, and America launched our first successful satellite.

Oh yes, Alaska and Hawaii become the 49th and 50th states respectively.

It was a big year.

The volatile 1960s saw apples at a high of $.07 in 1969 while coffee was $.71 and chicken $.22 per pound.

Eggs were $.37 per carton, wine was a pricey $1.38 while whole milk was $.51 a gallon. President Kennedy is assassinated, the Civil Rights Act is signed in 1964, Medicare and Medicaid were established in 1965, there were riots at the Chicago Democratic Convention and also in ’68 minimum wage reached $1.60 per hour.

The 1970s sees us still in Vietnam and the heaviest bombing is in December ’72, an oil embargo cripples us in ’73, bringing long gas lines and fill ups on specific days. Apple released its first computer in ’76 for the princely sum of $666.66, and the first “Star Wars” was released. Apples were $.21 in ’77 but coming back to $.15 by ’79; coffee peaked at $.71, chicken was $.48 per pound while eggs were $.30 a dozen. Wine sipping was becoming expensive at $2.97 a bottle and milk could be had at $1.11.

Next week we’ll explore the 1980s through 2015.

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Online Mental Help for Youth (Continued from page 3) vention easily accessible and convenient to youth, by using technology familiar to them.”

“With this innovative project, we will finally be able to stay in easy and immediate touch with those youth who so much need to hear from us as they struggle with trauma and troubled family life,” USC School of Social Work Dean Marilyn Flynn said.

“This advance will allow us to reach out to every neighborhood in Los Angeles, at any time of day, to offer support, expert guidance and referral. The county has truly made possible a new form of care that should help these youth meet challenges in a more resilient way.”

The program would serve youth who have come to the attention of the child welfare system, but still remain at home, and young adults up to age 21, including those who are transitioning out of foster care.

These individuals may have suffered or witnessed trauma, such as sexual abuse, domestic violence, neglect or traumatic loss, and are experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges.

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Black Stars Who Attended the Oscars Speak Out

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ith no person of color receiving acting nominations, the 88th Annual Academy Awards show was noticeably lacking a few of its brightest stars.

Many chose to skip the ceremonies to protest the lack of diversity.

As actor and host Chris Rock said, if Oscar hosts had to be nominated, he wouldn’t have a job. Being black and hosting the Oscars during a year when African Americans are boycotting the show placed Rock in a precarious position. But, being the funny man that he is, helped diffuse the situation: “So, I thought about quitting. I thought about it real hard. But, I realized, they’re gonna have the Oscars anyway. They’re not gonna cancel the Oscars because I quit.

You know? And the last thing I need is to lose another job to Kevin Hart, O.K.?”

Despite stellar performances by Will Smith in “Concussion,” and Idris Elba in “Beasts of No Nation,” and rave reviews for “Straight Outta Compton,” the Academy did not see fit to include them on the short list of Oscar hopefuls.

Kerry Washington The pressure was on for those who did attend. Hart, who was a presenter, said on Saturday at an event for Rally HealthFest, “It’s a sticky year for the Oscars, a very sticky year. I don’t think you go to the Oscars this year and not make your presence felt. Not in an ignorant way, but in a conservative, professional way. So people understand that you do understand the importance of values and issues and bringing people together, which is ultimately what we all want.”

Kerry Washington told “Good Morning America” co-host Robin Roberts: “A lot of people have asked me why I’m here tonight, and the thing I’m thinking about is, if you look at the history of movements, the history of change, a lot of the voices

Rev. Al Sharpton held an antiOscar rally.

Demonstrators held signs reading “Hollywood Must Do Better” and “Shame on You” to protest the second straight year of all-white acting nominees. A woman said people of color pay good money at the box office to support films, and deserve to see diversity on the big screen.

“This will be the last night of an all-white Oscars,” Sharpton said.

Chris Rock are needed at the table. I really respect and actually admire some of the people who are not here tonight, I really get it, but for me, I felt like my voice—in my heart—my voice is best used at the table.”

Oscar winner Whoopi Goldberg has been extremely critical of the Hollywood movie-making culture.

She said: “I make movies for a living. Let me tell you what the problem is.

It’s not that the people doing the nominating are too white. They’re Whoopi Goldberg not looking at a movie and saying ‘That’s very white. I’m not going to nominate that black movie’ …

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She also said she 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM didn’t think it was right to boycott the On Grevillea Ave. off Manchester Blvd. show with Chris Rock hosting. “Boycotting (in front of Inglewood High School) doesn’t work, and it’s also a slap in the face to Chris Rock. I find that also wrong.

So I’m not going to boycott, but I’m Bring all of your non-working household going to continue to bitch, as I have, all year round, because I’m tired of appliances, computers, tablets, cell phones, seeing movies where no one is repTV’s and any other electronic devices that resented except a bit of the population.” She urged people of color to you would like to get rid of. complain about the lack of diversity * “not just once a year, but all year.”

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Addiction Is a Disease

By Lynn R. Webster, MD

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e have to see addiction for the disease it really is.

Since addiction is a disease, we need to move away from criminalizing people with the disease. Instead, as with all diseases, including cancer and heart disease, we have to move toward preventing and treating addiction. It is gratifying to see that there is more interest now in treating the disease of addiction than there used to be. I’m obviously in favor of treating the disease, but ideally, we’d be able to prevent addiction in the first place.

Along with all of its other benefits, preventing addiction would reduce deaths due to overdoses.

There are several steps that our politicians should immediately take to curb the problems of addiction and overdoses deaths. Here are three immediate ways to address the nation’s opioid crisis:

1. Make agonist therapy (suboxone and methadone) available to all addicts regardless of their ability to pay. Too many people with the disease cannot afford treatment even if treatment is available. We must remember that many people with addictions have few or no resources, so it is not sufficient to just announce that buprenorphine or methadone treatment is available.

It also has to be affordable. Once we make agonist therapy available to all addicts, it can begin to help people who, for the moment, are beyond help.

2. Mandate that payers provide minimum benefits for people in pain. Opioids are often prescribed because payers deny patients access to most alternative therapies.

Giving people with pain access to cognitive therapy and non pharmacologic treatments may decrease

the exposure to opioids or, at least, allow opioids to be more quickly tapered if they are needed during the acute phase of pain. This could reduce the risk of progression of initial exposure to the disease of addiction 3. Mandate that payers earmark abuse deterrent opioid formulations as preferred opioids for the treatment of pain, and that abuse deterrent opioid formulations are no more expensive for patients than non abuse deterrent formulations.

That way, people in pain who lack resources won’t be incented to take riskier formulations because of their financial situation which also can be diverted to people seeking more abusable opioid formulations.

Just as primary care physicians now refer heart patients to cardi-

ologists, we need to ensure that addicts are given the specialized care they need to treat their disease. In addition, we have to make sure that the treatment they need is available, and affordable, for all addicts. And, if we can prevent addiction before it begins, that would be the ideal scenario for solving the opioids crisis and ending the overdose epidemic.

Dr. Lynn R. Webster, MD, is the Past President of the American Academy of Pain Medicine, Vice President of Scientific Affairs at PRA Health Sciences, and author of a book, The Painful Truth, and producer of a TV documentary by the same name. Visit him online at www.thepainfultruthbook.com. He lives in Salt Lake City.

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rom everyday scuff-ups to chronic diseases, here are some situations where it might be useful to consult an expert.

Bunions Bunions are unsightly bulges at the big toe’s base that are caused when the bone or joint is out of place. If left untreated, they can become more and more irritating and painful, interfering with footwear and leading to greater injury. A podiatry specialist can provide a treatment plan such as wrapping and padding, or in extreme cases, perform surgery to remove the bunion.

Ingrown Toenails A scarlet toe with a lot of fluid drainage may indicate infection from an ingrown toenail, which is when part of the nail grows into the tissue of the toe. A podiatrist can provide treatment, prescribe antibiotics, and if needed, remove a portion or the entire offending nail.

Athlete’s Foot Although sometimes treatable with over-the-counter medication, this common fungal infection on the bottom of the feet and/or between the toes can become severely itchy and painful. It causes dry, scaly skin and possibly even oozing cracks. If it refuses to go away, it’s time to see a podiatry specialist. Prescription creams and pills are usually effective though antibiotics may help in certain cases.

Sprains and Strains Swelling, redness, and pain following a foot or ankle injury are indications that there might be a sprain, stretch, or tear in a ligament or muscle. See a podiatry expert if after three days the pain and swelling have not decreased, and it remains difficult to walk.

He or she can make a cast for the particular area of the foot or leg and advise on home care. In severe cases, the podiatrist may have to perform surgery.

Arthritis Joint pain in the feet or ankles might be caused by arthritis, a catch-all name for ailments that restrict mobility and cause mini-

mal-to-crippling discomfort in the joints. Although most forms of the disease are not curable, a podiatrist can help with foot/ankle arthritis by offering advice on ways to minimize the pain, maximize joint movement, and continue to pursue work and hobbies with as little pain as possible. It’s important to see a specialist when it comes to arthritis. Over time, this condition can change the functionality of the area it affects and cause permanent damage.

nual ankle/foot examination is advised. Diabetes patients suffer from much higher rates of foot problems, ranging from pesky dry skin to amputation. The latter is so common among people with diabetes because they often have peripheral arterial disease, which limits blood flow to the feet, and nerve damage, which limits foot feeling. Together, they’re a deadly combo that allows normally harmless phenomena like ulcers to get severely infected faster and without being noticed until it’s too late.

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he South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) joined with the City of Inglewood, Inglewood Unified School District (IUSD), Inglewood Chamber of Commerce and local businesses to present the 35th Annual Job Shadow Day, February 25, 2016.

Dr. Vincent Matthews, State Administrator, Inglewood Unified School District, addressed 130 high school students (10th-12th grade) from City Honors High School, Inglewood High School, Morningside High School and Animo Inglewood Charter High School, and thanked them for participating in the job shadow day.

Dr. Matthews encouraged students to make the most out of the opportunity they were about to embark on and stated “Realize that this day is about you, it’s about you learning as much as you can about these different jobs. Ask as many questions as you possibly can.” He added “Make sure when you enter the workforce that you enjoy what you do. There’s a difference between having a job and a having a career. With the career, you enjoy what you do, you’re

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passionate about it because you’re doing exactly what you were put on this Earth to do.”

The high school students visited 34 local companies, including Metro, Walsh Shea Corridors Contractors, United States Army, K-DAY (93.5) radio station, West Basin Municipal Water District, and Inglewood One-Stop Business & Career Center and SBWIB. Jan Vogel, SBWIB Executive Director, said “Programs such as this Job Shadow Day provide invaluable insights to students exposing them to companies and career choices that will pave the way for areas of study to prepare them for the real world.”

Jennifer Padilla, 18, a senior at Inglewood High School said she was excited about participating in the event. “I hope to learn and see how things operate in the day-to-day workplace.” Padilla plans on majoring in Psychology and is waiting to hear back from the University of California, Davis. “I’ve been accepted to Chico and Dominguez Hills, but Davis would be my first choice.”

Seniors & Technology: A Perfect Match for Retirement?

t’s time to drop the cliché that older generations don’t know what they’re doing with today’s technology.

In fact, it’s changing the way most retirees are living, says Edward Sota, partner at Safeguard Investment Advisory Group, LLC, (www. safeguardinvestment.com).

Today, nearly 60 percent of those 65 and older are active online, according to Pew Research Center.

That’s a drastic increase from 14 percent in the year 2000. And, the online participation of older adults is sure to increase even more as smartphones, tablets and social media continue to influence our culture.

“Online technology is so prevalent today, and gadgets are increasingly user-friendly, that it’s no surprise more retirees are using the vast amount of opportunities online,” Sota says. “There are multiple dynamics to technology that positively affect finances during retirement.”

Sota says there are several ways seniors benefit from today’s technology.

• Working from home has never been easier. More than 13 million Americans telecommute at least part of the work week, according to the latest census data. For seniors who want a taste of the retirement lifestyle—avoiding rush hour, etc.—while putting their skills to use for a paycheck, this is an excellent option. Depending on circumstances, extending one’s career may be a necessity.

• Stay young with your gadget.

Tablets, iPads and smartphones are keeping seniors four to eight years younger, suggests a new study from the journal Intelligence. The cognitive ability of people 50 and older today is found to be significantly better than people of the same age group and education levels a decade ago. The common differentiating factor is the increased use of technology.

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Are You Protecting Your Assets?

By Odest T. Riley, Jr., President, WLM Financial Services

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ith the values of homes climbing in the City of Inglewood, many people are excited about having access to equity that we never imagined possible. This new found access to equity is great for residents, especially those who hung in there through the tough times and now get to benefit from the good times ahead.

So now that we have this new found wealth, we need to make sure we are protecting it. Many people don’t have the correct insurance on their property to cover their home in the event of a fire, earthquake or even a drunk driver crashing into our living rooms.

But more importantly, many of us don’t have the correct insurance on ourselves to make sure, in the event of something catastrophic happening to us; we would have enough funds available so our spouses or children could afford to stay in the home.

And, we must all remember our most valuable assets are not the four walls that house our families, the assets are the lives of our loved ones that reside within those walls. Keeping them secure in the event of something going wrong should be a top priority.

When your house was worth $150,000 many people just were not that concerned with having the right protection. But now that those same homes are selling for $350,000 and up, we need to make sure we are doing what it takes to secure our futures.

This starts with making sure we have enough life insurance to cover the remaining balance owed on the mortgage, if something happened to us. Next, we

Odest T. Riley, Jr. want to make sure we have the right amount of insurance on the property itself to make sure in the event of a natural catastrophe like an earthquake or fire you would be able to rebuild and continue living, a normal life.

Many of us really don’t like the word insurance. It seems like something you pay for and never end up getting any value out of.

But that is the price of having things that are valuable. So before you dismiss the need to protect your ASSETS ask yourself how important they are.

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GOP Leaders Fear Trump-Clinton Matchup (Continued from page 1) Trump seriously, but now they understand that “He could very well be the nominee. They are trying to figure out what to do about that.”

He told MSNBC News anchor Contessa Brewer that he has never seen such a high level of division within the party. “We have reached a point where money has just overwhelmed the process. Serious people don’t want to fool with it anymore.

Then you’re left with those who are willing to fool with it. Then you have the cast of characters that you have seen…” He said there may be a “whole realignment” of the Republican Party.

Schieffer doesn’t see Cruz as a viable alternate: “Ted Cruz has no friends among the Senate in the United States. He wears that like a badge of honor.

He went on the Senate floor and called the Republican leader (Sen. Mitch McConnell) a liar.” Leaders in the

Republican Party are trying to figure out a way to have an open convention to prevent Trump from getting the nomination, Schieffer said, but admitted that it would be a long shot.

Graham said Cruz has “an 80% disapproval rating, with growth potential.”

On Sunday evening, GOP Nebraska Sen. Ben Sasse became the first member of Congress to join the #Never Trump movement. He said he would not vote for Trump or Clinton, but would look for a third-party alternative.

Mitt Romney, the 2012 Republican nominee, will address the state of the GOP race on Thursday.

The speech is expected to include criticism of Trump.

While it is not yet clear what Republicans will do, the Clinton camp is betting their candidate will be the one to end Trump’s bid for the White House. Pundits say, however, don’t count Sanders out. He has deep pockets and is expected to go the distance.

Eye on the City (Continued from page 4) transportation linkage from the metro station to the Forum and Hollywood Park.

Parking requirements are proposed to be reduced.”

A resolution was adopted authorizing the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to form a Community Facilities District within Inglewood city limits. The District can finance certain development impact fees in regard to the new homes being built at 333 North Prairie Avenue.

Ground breaking at the site of the future senior center at Locust, North of La Brea, was a major talking point. Treasurer Wanda Brown said it was another milestone in the city’s development. “We really have it going on here in Inglewood. Now, we’re going to have the best senior center.

We have come a long ways within the last 2 years and I want to take my hat off to this council,” she said.

Property values in Inglewood continue to rise. “If you have something, hang onto it,” Brown said.

The treasurer made a few announcements: Home owners facing foreclosure in Inglewood are encouraged to call her office at (310) 4125642 for help. A financial literacy internship for high school students will be offered from April 6 to May 4, 2016. Free income tax preparation for Inglewood seniors ends on March 16.

The income cutoff is $60,000 annually. Only three openings are left.

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Sabrina Barnes, Parks, Recreation and Library Services Director, presented certificates to members of the 2016 Martin Luther King Day Planning Committee.

Willie Agee commented that the “MLK Birthday Committee is all black. No Latinos. And whoever is responsible for it should be removed.”

A District 2 woman addressed his concern: “We have looked into Martin Luther King Day for 2016 and there were no Hispanics recognized at that time.

We have since corrected that, and we will have a Hispanic and black in every meeting that we have from now on.” This announcement won mild applause.

“That was not sowhen I was Chairman (MLK Planning Committee),” Councilman George Dotson said. “Not only were there mixed races, but we also had young peole. I’m sure this was an oversight this year.” He moved on to other matters: “If you missed the (senior center) ground breaking yesterday that was something real special. If you live in Inglewood and are not proud of your city by now, there is something wrong with you.”

Councilman Alex Padilla announced that the fire station in District 2 has reopened. “We will be havinga ribbon cutting in the future. If you get a chance to stop by and welcome the firefighters, I know they will appreciate that.” The station is located at 810

Centinela Avenue.

This Saturday, there will be a ribbon cutting at the Super Suds Laudromat at 1pm on La Brea, just south of Fairview.

Franklin apologized to seniors that it took so long to get the project started. “I apologize because we are the ones who had the senior center demolished years ago and you had no place to go. Twelve years ago, I wasn’t eligible to participate, but now I’m a senior.

Councilman Eloy Morales said the senior center is “an example of how everybody is starting to feel about our city and our success.” Another example, he said, was “Mr. Agee came up to me and said Latinos were missing from the (MLK) ceremonies…I can appreciate it, and that it didn’t come from me or anyone else up here but from Agee. Morales’ father was part of the original MLK Day Planning Committee. “That is something for me to be proud of,” he said.

“I’m going to refer to him as Willie ‘Cesar Chavez’ Agee, civil rights icon,” Mayor Butts joked.

He ended the meeting on a positive note, listing several achievements that have occurred in Inglewood: “Breaking ground at the state-of-the-art senior center. We redid North Park, reopened the Forum, had our bond rating increased

by Moody’s. We have the number one residential sound insulation program in the country. I really don’t need to say another thing. We’re adjourned.

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California Bench Continues to Grow More Diverse (Continued from page 5) Race and Ethnicity The data also show changes over the past 10 years in the percentage of justices and judges reported in the following race and ethnicity categories: • American Indian or Alaska Native (0.5 percent in 2015 compared to 0.1 percent in 2006); • Asian (6.5 percent in 2015 compared to 4.4 percent in 2006); • Black or African American (6.5 percent in 2015 compared to 4.4 percent in 2006); • Hispanic or Latino (9.8 percent in 2015 compared to 6.3 percent in 2006); • Pacific Islander (0.2 percent in 2015 compared to 0.1 percent in 2006); • White (69.2 percent in 2015 compared to 70.1 percent in 2006); • Some Other Race (1.2 percent in 2015 compared to 0.2 percent in 2006); • More Than One Race (3.4 percent in 2015 compared to 4.4 percent in 2006); and • Information Not Provided (2.6 percent in 2015 compared to 9.9 percent in 2006).

These changes reflect judicial retirements and other departures from the bench, new judicial appointments, and an increase in the number of trial court judges who voluntarily provided race/ethnicity information.

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D at e s i n M a r c h & Ap r i l March 9, 2016 Leaf Blower Exchange The Southern California Air Quality Management District is offering a special leaf blower exchange program for commercial gardeners and landscapers. Users of older model leaf blowers can trade in their equipment at RJ’s Demolition, 1135 E. Florence Ave. Leaf blower users will be given battery-operated equipment, which reduces the noise a conventional gas operated leaf blower makes. The equipment also reduces emissions of the amount of pollution in the air, and saves electrical energy.

Pre-registration is required to participate. Registration begins on February 23. Call the SCAQMD toll free at 1-888-425-6247 Tuesday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

from Hermosa Beach Pier to Manhattan Beach Pier and back. The race begins at 8am. Registration is $35 per person until March 12, and $40 afterward. To register, call (310) 980-9339, visit Mbbootcamp.com, or call (310) 546-1888 and visit Villagerunner.com.

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 advice and guidance on a variety of civil matters, including evictions, divorces, and child custody.

They can provide referrals to private attorneys, other legal services, or other resources as needed.

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Veteran’s and Disability Status In addition, this is the second year that the study includes data on veteran’s and disability status, which is required only for justices and judges on the bench on or after January 1, 2015. Of the 155 trial court judges responding to the question about their veteran’s status, 9 respondents (6%) indicated they have served in the military. Of the 159 judges responding to the question concerning their disability status, 4 judges (3%) indicated they have a disability.

Increasing the diversity of California’s judicial officers to reflect the rich diversity of California’s populace continues to be a key goal of the Judicial Council.

Visit the Governor’s website for demographic information on his ju- Seniors & Technology: A Perfect Match for dicial appointments.

Retirement?

(Continued from page 9) can think of—including advice on retirement or contact with thought leaders in multiple fields. Twitter offers interaction on various ideas for those without many friends.

Place your DBAs, Probates, With Skype, you can stay in touch with distant family members and Trustee Notices, old friends.

• Apps and online content can Legal Notices, Summons and more track and inform your retirement money. Some good apps to in Inglewood Today track your retirement money include CNNMoney Portfolio, SigPrint & Online • Call: 310.670.9600 Fig Investment Optimizer and USA TODAY Money Portfolio Tracker —all free. And there are an endless

amount of resources to help educate you on general principles for retirement savings.

“Today’s technology enables retirees to be more self-directed and educated on their own money, which can only benefit them,” Sota says.

Edward Sota is the president and co-founder of Safeguard Financial Services, Inc., and a partner at Safeguard Investment Advisory Group, LLC (www.safeguardinvestment. com). Edward’s more than 20-year consulting career has helped families with financial planning, wealth management, life insurance, and long-term care insurance as well as advanced estate planning.

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