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CALDOR FIRE INVESTIGATION

Court finds ‘insufficient evidence’ against Smiths Odin Rasco Staff writer The father and son accused of causing the Caldor Fire strode out of El Dorado County Superior Court with smiles on their faces Friday afternoon following Judge Vicki Ashworth’s ruling the El Dorado County District Attorney’s Office had failed to present sufficient evidence to bring them to trial. The definition of recklessness and the

potential for a bullet strike to spark a fire were both vital in Ashworth’s decision, who turned to preexisting case law to help make her decision. “There is no doubt the Caldor Fire was devastating to many residents in El Dorado County,” Ashworth said as she began to give her ruling at the conclusion of the Smiths’ four-day pretrial. “However, the court must decide on the evidence, and not based on emotion.”

Though witness testimony, cell phone records and GPS location data all place the Smiths at the area of origin for the fire around the time the fire started, the evidence proffered by prosecutors failed to definitively prove that they started the fire, or that their actions met the court’s definition of recklessness. Turning to the 1982 California decision of People v. Budish, Ashworth concluded

Defense attorney Mark Reichel heads out of El Dorado County Superior Court Department 1 followed by his client, Travis Shane Smith Friday afternoon. Judge Vicki Ashworth ruled there was not sufficient evidence to bring Travis and his father David Smith to trial for allegedly causing the Caldor Fire. Mountain Democrat photo by Odin Rasco

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The Mountain Democrat looks back on some of the top headlines of the past year. See Friday’s edition for more top stories.

County’s navigation center opens Village Life file photo by Dan Burkhart

Richard Hamlin, pictured in court during his 2006 sentencing, has once again been denied parole.

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Richard Hamlin, a former El Dorado Hills resident and attorney who was convicted in 2006 of torturing his spouse, cruelty to his children, criminal threats and corporal injury to his spouse, was denied release from prison after his third attempt at parole, according to a social media post published Dec. 29 by the El Dorado County District

Attorney’s Office. Hamlin made previous requests in 2011 and 2019. “His former wife and all four of his children demonstrated tremendous courage and resilience by attending the day-long hearing and speaking before the Board of Parole Hearings,” the DA’s post notes. “Their statements described their suffering and upbringing by Hamlin, which has impacted each of their lives. In spite of having to relieve the trauma of that time, they all consistently, eloquently and strongly objected to the release of Hamlin.” Susan Hamlin and her children were subjected to systematic abuse by a man they should have been able to trust — husband and father — for years, according to facts that came out during his trial. The bizarre case came to light in 2004, after Richard escorted his wife of more than 20 years to the El Dorado ■ See HAMLIN, page A3

Eric Jaramishian Staff writer The road to implementing a temporary navigation center in El Dorado County proved to be bumpy, but the homeless population got new services to help them navigate out of homelessness when a shelter opened in February. The Volunteers of America-run center, located at 299 Fair Lane in Placerville at the site of the old juvenile hall, is outfitted with 60 beds and provides food, showers and laundry. The shelter also offers internet, a common room with a television, outdoor recreation and limited kennel space for pets.

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District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas speaks to attendees at the opening of El Dorado County’s navigation center Feb. 6, 2023. “I am proud that El Dorado County has come together with our community and the city of Placerville to meet the needs of our unhoused neighbors, our residents and our business community,” she said. The low-barrier, referral-only navigation center also provides case management services from VOA staff to connect clients

Eric Jaramishian Staff writer The 2021 Caldor Fire devastated the community of Grizzly Flat, burning hundreds of structures. Rebuilding has been piecemeal but two years later, residents saw a new post office constructed. Homes, a community church, fire station and Walt Tyler Elementary

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Elizabeth “Betty” Anne Marriott Aug. 19, 1930 – Nov. 28, 2023

Betty was a wonderful woman who loved her family. Through thick and thin, she would be right there. Books and puzzles were a big part of her life, she also liked Scrabble among other games. She had quite a funny personality and certainly didn’t seem to be the age she was! After she passed, a family friend said that she loved how Betty was a real “kick in the pants”, I thought that was hilarious and just had to add that here. Betty had several grandchildren, these were the absolute light of her life. Everyone in the family was fortunate to have her in our lives, We all feel that there is a void in the world without her. There were a few difficult family losses over the years, she was twice widowed and also lost an adult son. Despite these events, she never wavered from being the caring, loving mother and grandmother that she was. Grandma Betty, you will be dearly missed. May you rest in peace.

Marjorie McNatt

Aug. 20, 1927 – Dec. 19, 2023

Marjorie “Mickey” McNatt was born to Clyde and Lottie McFadden in Pine Grove, Ca. on 8/20/1927. Moved to Placerville in 1936 where she attended Placerville elementary school & graduated in 1945 from El Dorado High School. She married Jim McNatt in 1948 & were married 64 years, until he passed in 2012. Mickey passed away on 12/19/2023 in Placerville, Ca. after a brief illness. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband and grandson Brian McNatt (2008). She is survived by her son Mike (Linda) McNatt of Diamond Springs, Ca. There will be no services per Micky’s wishes. Remembrances can be sent to your favorite charity.

Charles F. Smith

Charles (Chuck) Smith was born in 1935 on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. He was the only child of Charles and Mabyn and was the apple of his mother’s eye. A stellar athlete, he was a star in football and track throughout his high school/college years and became a proud member of the Ocean City Beach Patrol in the 1950s. He served our country as 1st Lieutenant in the Army, 82nd Airborne Division. He received his Masters degree in Business Administration and was an accomplished executive with the travel industry for over twenty years; he visited all corners of the globe during his lifetime and then went on to pursue real estate endeavors until retirement. He married his true love on his birthday in 1961 and they raised four children to whom he was a loving, supportive father/grandfather. He was passionate about volunteerism within the National Handicapped Sports Association, Special Olympics and more as well as spending lots of time helping at the local library in his later years. He was an avid reader with a large collection of books and a movie enthusiast who saw features weekly with his favorite film goers group. He was an exceptional golfer throughout his life who held a PGA card, won many tournaments, taught others to play & had a fabulous photo hanging on his wall of him and Arnold Palmer after a round together at the Olympic Club in San Francisco. He ran and completed over twenty marathons around the world and was a member of the Dolphins South End Running Club. He was a fast and longtime friend to many including his childhood pal Bill, with whom he spoke to regularly for over eight decades. He was a gregarious, generous man who lived well and was well loved. He passed peacefully at his family ranch in the Sierra Foothills; he will be greatly missed. He is survived by his children: Dave (Kris), Doug (Debbie), Dana (Daniel) and Dan, his (former) wife: Joan, his grandchildren: Jessica, Collin, Ryan (Danielle) Matthew, Sean, Shaylan, Angelique and Kyla and great grandchildren: Avery, Sage, Foster, Mason and Logan and his dear cousin Virginia (Ginny). A private celebration of life with be held in the Spring.

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Thomas T. Koker passed away unexpectedly on December 8th. He was a great Arborist who saved numerous trees for people of this community for the last 8 years. He was a son, brother, husband, father and friend. He is preceded in death by his Grandfather and namesake, Thomas B. Koker. He is remembered by his Grandmother Donna Koker, Mother Patricia McCoard, Father Curtis Koker, wife Michelle, children Jorja, Charlotte and Logan, Siblings Melody (Conan), Amy and Shane as well as Aunts, Uncles, Cousins, Nieces and Nephew. A Celebration of Life will be Saturday, January 13 at 1 PM. Mother Lode Lion’s Club 4701 Missouri Flat Rd, Diamond Springs, CA 95619. In lieu of flowers, plant a tree or donate to saving trees. If you knew Tom he loved growing things.

December 17 we lost the love of my life, Bill. So sudden and unexpected. My hero, my teacher of love and kindness. My honor to be your wife for 45 years. What a ride we had! Kindest of men, a builder, a contractor. Bill built our home from the ground up. Owner of El Dorado Door and Trim. Built and ran a sawmill, even milled a hot tub. So creative, able to fix and repair anything. Built his 1966 Electra Glide 1st year Shovelhead Harley Davidson stock and custom for which he won many awards. Bill was a lifelong outdoorsman, naturalist, photographer who loved fishing, boating, and RVing with his wife, having visited 22 National Parks. A study of nature, could spend hours stargazing with his telescope. Many long beach walks at his family’s home. What a beautiful life! Stay with me, sit with me, mend my broken heart, my Love. I will feed the birds, check the wildlife cameras, I will watch every sunrise, every sunset as you always loved. I will catch every rainbow you send. You will live in my heart forever. Your huge loving family, seven siblings, many nieces, nephews, cousins, in-laws, and Mom of 98 years young. We will forever remember your kind and caring heart. Goodnight my love forever and always, ‘til we meet again.

May 30, 1981 – Dec. 8, 2023

Michael Dunlop

March 2, 1949 – Dec. 10, 2023

Michael Gordon Dunlop of El Dorado, CA, passed away on December 10, 2023, at the age of 74. He is survived by his daughter, Ruth T. Dunlop; sisters Carol Mills and Ruth R. Dunlop; and niece, Heather Mills. Mike was born in Placerville, CA. He is predeceased by his mother, Evelyn Dunlop; father, Harry Dunlop; and brother, Phillip Dunlop. Mike was a gifted horticulturist. He owned and operated a cut flower and houseplant business for over 30 years. He enjoyed cultivating plants, crystal hunting, and hiking on local trails. A private memorial service will be held for close family. Mike will be greatly missed by his family and friends.

William Martin

Feb. 7, 1938 – Sept. 22, 2023

William “Emit” Martin passed away on September 22nd peacefully, surrounded by his family. Emit was a long time resident of El Dorado County. He owned and operated his own Mortgage business, Martin Financial Services in Shingle Springs for many years in the 80 s and 90s. He ended his career as a local Realtor, working for McCoy Realty, Aspen Realty and then Re/Max Gold. His beloved wife Brenda preceded him in death in March of 2020. He is survived by his children; Yvonne Morris of Rescue, CA, Rhonda Moffett-Florence of Placerville, CA, Chris Martin of Hollister, CA and David Martin of Sacramento, CA, as well as 7 grandchildren, 4 1/2 great grandchildren, his sister, Patty Medici of Reno, NV and his much loved nieces, Roxanna Simmons and Toni Woods of Reno, NV. Emit was a gracious and loving father. He always had a smile on his face and a positive attitude. He loved his family and is much missed by them.

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Ronald Rutherford

June 30, 1933 – Dec. 18, 2023

Ronald Dean Rutherford, 90, of Pollock Pines, passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023, in Sacramento, CA. Ron was born in Ventura, California, to Mildred Finks Rutherford and Paul Perry Rutherford. Ron and his sister, Shirley, grew up in Maxwell, CA, with their father and grandparents, James and Jean Finks. Ron and his sister remained very close their entire lives. Ron was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Eunice Spirlock Rutherford, sister Shirley Jean Walker, and niece Michelle Smith. He leaves behind stepson, Joseph Sodaro, granddaughter, Susan Sodaro-Carter, great-grandson, Aidan Carter, niece, Julie Kavanaugh, nephews, Glenn Berglund and Craig Berglund, and many great nieces, great nephews, and cousins, as well as countless friends. Ron graduated from Maxwell High School, was a veteran of the United States Army, and attended UC Davis. He moved to Concord where he met and married Eunice in 1966. The couple later lived in Martinez and owned the Paddock Bowl in Pacheco, CA. They built and moved to a beautiful mountain home in Pollock Pines, CA. After Eunice’s passing in 2002, Ron continued to operate the bowl, owning the business for close to 50 years. Ron loved hunting, fishing, and camping and sports. Family and friends were the most important part of his life. Ron was generous by nature, lending a helping hand to those who needed it. A memorial service is scheduled for Friday, January 5, 2024, at 11 a.m. at Chapel of the Pines in Placerville, CA.

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Placerville Rite Aid on Fair Lane closing Eric Jaramishian Staff writer As more than 150 Rite Aid stores close around the nation, one located on Fair Lane in Placerville is expected to end business Jan. 8 after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in October. This will be the second Rite Aid to close in El Dorado County, according to Rite Aid spokeswoman Alicja Wojczyk. The South Lake Tahoe Rite Aid on Al Tahoe Boulevard closed Dec. 10. “The decision to close a store is not one we take lightly,” Wojczyk states in an email response. “The company, with the assistance of its advisors, carefully considers various factors in its decisionmaking, including business strategy, lease and rent considerations, local business conditions and viability and store performance.” Much of the merchandise was 50% off at the store Thursday and customer checkout lines were longer than usual as locals stocked up on discounted inventory. Due to falling sales, opioid-related

litigation and being approximately $4 billion in debt, Rite Aid initiated a voluntary, court-supervised Chapter 11 bankruptcy on Oct. 15. It was reported around 150 stores nationwide were expected to close, a number that has gone up as more store closures have been announced. Rite Aid notified the New Jersey district of the United States Bankruptcy Court it would close underperforming stores to reduce rent expense and to “strengthen overall financial performance.” “Rite Aid regularly assesses its retail footprint to ensure we are operating efficiently while meeting the needs of our customers, communities, associates and overall business,” Wojczyk states. Rite Aid locations in Sacramento, Galt and Truckee are also expected to close. As of press time, no other decisions on additional store closures have been announced. “For our customers, we make every effort to ensure they have access to pharmacy-based health services, whether at another Rite Aid or other nearby pharmacy, and we work to

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Empty shelves paint the aisles of Rite Aid on Fair Lane in Placerville Thursday, Dec. 28. The company’s Fair Lane store is one of many nationwide that has or is expected to close. seamlessly transfer their prescriptions to ensure there is no disruption of service,” Wojczyk added. The Rite Aid in Placerville on Broadway will remain open. Residents in South Lake Tahoe will have to give their business to CVS, Tahoe Valley Pharmacy Safeway and Raley’s for

crime log The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office logs:

Dec. 20 6:53 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia, theft, carrying a concealed dirk/dagger, trespassing and petty theft on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. He was released on $191,000 bail.

Dec. 21 12:27 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 33-year-old woman on suspicion of DUI causing injury on Sly Park Road in Pollock Pines. She was released on $50,000 bail. 7:30 a.m. Battery was reported at a business on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 7:37 a.m. Vehicle burglary was reported on Country Club Drive in Cameron Park.

Lane in Cameron Park. 1:26 p.m. Grand theft was reported at a store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 1:30 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Dianthus Lane in El Dorado Hills. 2:05 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Silver Ridge Lane in Placerville. 3:06 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old man suspected of probation violations on Industrial Drive in Placerville. He was released on $10,500 bail. 4:02 p.m. Vehicle burglary was reported at a storage facility on Golden Foothill Parkway in El Dorado Hills. 5:20 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 35-year-old woman suspected of identity theft, receiving stolen property and a probation violation on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines. She was listed in custody in lieu of $100,000 bail.

9:42 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Summer Stream Lane in Placerville.

6:40 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 38-year-old woman suspected of DUI on Latrobe Road in El Dorado Hills. She was later released.

10:21 a.m. Vehicle burglary was reported on Windfield Way in El Dorado Hills.

7:14 p.m. Vehicle burglary was reported at a store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville.

10:27 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old woman suspected of manufacturing/ sale of a zip gun and being a felon in possession of a firearm and ammunition in Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. She was later released.

8:04 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Irish Acres Road in Somerset.

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8:15 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 23-year-old man suspected of assault with a deadly weapon on Forni Road. He was released on $35,000 bail. 9:19 p.m. Burglary was reported on Orbetello Way in El Dorado Hills.

Dec. 22 12:18 a.m. Vandalism was reported at a store in Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 6:56 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Brumarba Heights in Garden Valley. 9:11 a.m. Battery was reported on Creekside Drive in Shingle Springs. 9:50 a.m. Burglary was reported at an eatery on Mother Lode Drive in Shingle Springs. 10:31 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Marilyn Drive in Pollock Pines. 11:12 a.m. Vandalism was reported on Pleasant Valley Rad in Diamond Springs. 2:12 p.m. Grand theft was reported on a trail in Cool. 2:58 p.m. Burglary was reported on Brentford Way in El Dorado Hills. 6:42 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 34-year-old woman suspected of organized retail theft and possession of illegal drug paraphernalia on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. She was listed in custody in lieu of $135,000 bail. 6:43 p.m. Burglary was reported on Cordero Drive in El Dorado Hills. 7:19 p.m. A person allegedly drunk in public was reported on Loma Verde Drive in El Dorado Hills.

7:28 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 41-year-old man suspected of organized retail theft on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $25,000 bail. 10:28 p.m. Vehicle burglary was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.

Dec. 23 1:50 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 27-year-old man suspected of obstruction on Valley View Parkway in EL Dorado Hills. He was released on $3,000 bail. 8:34 a.m. Burglary was reported on Sunset Lane in Shingle Springs. 4:17 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 59-year-old man suspected of DUI on Highway 50 at Greenstone Road in Placerville. He was later released. 5:21 p.m. Grand theft was reported at the casino on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville.

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11:38 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 39-year-old woman suspected of narcotics violations on Mt. Aukum Road in Somerset. She was released on $30,000 bail.

Dec. 24 4:15 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 34-year-old man suspected of grand theft and being a fugitive from justice on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $20,000 bail.

notable, and aided in her decision, was that bulletcaused ignitions may smolder unnoticed for days before starting a fire. Though charges related to the fire have been thrown out by the court, both Smiths still face more time in court, as Ashworth did find sufficient evidence for trial that David Smith possessed a gun silencer and Travis possessed a machine gun. The Smiths are scheduled to return to court Feb. 2 for an arraignment. Read more on the Smith’s case in the Friday edition of the Mountain Democrat.

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efforts have brought relief, and hope, to the community. The post office at the same site of the old one on Sciaroni Road hasn’t yet been staffed but a community bulletin board is also being built next to it. Many residents have been traveling about 20 miles to the post office in Diamond Springs to get their mail. A new community center is in discussion. County officials are looking for ways to secure a piece of U.S. Forest Service-owned property off String Canyon Road to build the center. The facility could be used for a variety of community functions including hosting meetings, child daycare, senior

meals or a Boys and Girls Club. Additionally, the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors voted in October to direct staff to draft an ordinance that would allow the county to build tiny homes for emergency purposes. District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo, an advocate for such projects, took inspiration from Butte County’s Title 25 limited density ownerbuilt rural dwellings as a starting point for staff. Other counties, including Sonoma, Amador and Mendocino, all have some variation of the code. Grizzly Flat resident Matt Nunley has already taken it upon

himself to build storage sheds for his neighbors using a sawmill on his property. In the meantime, a handful of Grizzly Flat residents have led a local effort to file tort claims against the U.S. Forest Service. They allege insufficient forest management by the Forest Service was a main contributor to the destruction of Grizzly Flat. The claim includes facts about the Trestle Forest Health Project not being completed in time — less than 1,000 acres of forest of fuel treatment was completed between 2006-21 out of the planned 7,000 acres.

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County Sheriff ’s Office to tell investigators what turned out to be an elaborately concocted tale of Susan abusing her own children. Richard also told authorities that Susan and her father were planning to kill Richard, with his version including drugs and sex and a prostitution ring that met at Starbucks. As her “confession” continued, officers suspected the truth lay elsewhere. The couple was separated so officers could interview them individually and Susan ultimately realized this was her chance to expose that Richard was abusing her and her kids. Richard was arrested and in January 2006 a

‘Suspicious item’ prompts Highway 50 closure News release Highway 50 was shut down in the Strawberry area Saturday as law enforcement investigated a “suspicious item.” California Highway Patrol officers discovered the item near the highway just before 10 a.m., according to information from the CHP Placerville office. Concerns for public safety led authorities to close Highway 50 between Pollock Pines and Meyers while CHP officers investigated with the assistance of the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office. With authorities reporting “the suspicious item posed no threat to the public,” Highway 50 was reopened just after 1 p.m.

5:49 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.

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the Smiths’ actions were not in line with the burden of blatant disregard of safety warnings, given that weather conditions outside of their control led to the exacerbation of the fire. Additionally, the study regarding ignitions caused by bullet strikes, which was hotly contested by the Smith’s attorneys, Linda Parisi and Mark Reichel, ultimately worked against the DA. The study is one of the only peer-reviewed experiments of its type and was conducted in conditions markedly different from Caldor in terms of temperature and humidity. The finding in the study that Ashworth found most

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9:46 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 41-year-old woman suspected of probation violations and failure to appear on Old French Town Road in Shingle Springs. She was listed in custody in lieu of $70,000 bail.

pharmaceutical needs. Wojczyk said approximately 75% of the company’s associates nationwide have accepted work transfers to other locations if their store has been or is part of the ongoing store closures. Rite Aid will keep around 2,000 stores open.

jury found the then-45-year-old guilty of torture and corporal injury to a spouse. He’s serving his sentence at Pleasant Valley State Prison in Coalinga. “Commissioner Troy Taira and Deputy Commissioner Kathleen Newman both determined Hamlin still posed a current threat to public safety, citing among other factors, that Hamlin lacked credibility in a number of areas, that he had not yet addressed his sadistic behavior, and he had minimized the extent of his violence toward his former wife,” the DA’s post concludes.

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Richard B. Esposito Publisher

Noel Stack Managing Editor

Krysten Kellum Editor

California Matters

‘Dashboard’ obscures state’s poor academic performance

hen thenGov. Jerry Brown and the Legislature created the Local Control Funding Formula a decade ago, their professed goal was to close the achievement gap separating poor Dan Walters and English-learner K-12 students from their more privileged contemporaries by providing more targeted instructional money. Education reform and civil rights groups applauded the effort but worried aloud about Brown’s unwillingness to provide accountability for whether the extra spending would, in fact, narrow the gap. He said he trusted local school officials to do the right thing. The education establishment liked Brown’s hands-off attitude but the criticism continued. Several years later the state school board responded with a “dashboard.” Schools and school districts California would receive colorpublishes a coded grades on a “dashboard” that variety of factors, of which proficiency in grades schools language arts, math on a variety of and other academic factors, but it skills would have parity with other less can obscure the important areas. continuing failure Critics remained of the state’s K-12 skeptical — with good reason. system to help “Under this system, students meet districts can escape key academic notice or attention simply by shining in standards. categories that are less than academic and whose outcomes they control,” said Chad Aldeman, whose Boston-based nonprofit Bellwether cited the dashboard’s shortcomings after the first one published six years ago. CalMatters analyzed the results and reported that “dozens of California school systems with some of the state’s worst test scores and biggest academic achievement gaps won’t get any extra help this year” because positive scores in nonacademic factors outweighed poor academic

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Letter to the Editor Lexi Boeger deserves our vote EDITOR: he Diamond Springs/El Dorado Community Coalition put out a questionnaire for the District 3 El Dorado County Board of Supervisors candidates. The question was: What are your thoughts on the homeless problem in El Dorado County and what would you do to address the situation? Brian Veerkamps response started with, “Eliminate the entitlement mentality.” As a homeless service provider I would like to address this statement. In the realm of all the challenges we face when working with this population, entitlement lands somewhere at the bottom of the list and is hardly a factor when navigating this complex and difficult problem. Mr Veerkamp goes on to say, “... if mentally ill or the like, encamp them in a mental health facility.” We don’t have a mental health facility to encamp them? He then continues with, “We don’t let dogs and cats run wild, why people?” So now you are comparing veterans, seniors and the mentally ill with dogs and cats? I think Mr. Veerkamp needs to let go of the tired, uninformed rhetoric of the past and get educated, or not speak of what you do not know. You provide no realistic insight or solutions. Are you aware, seniors are the fastest growing population of homeless? This problem is only going to get worse and pretending you can wish it away with outdated thoughts and offers of programs that do not exist is ludicrous and only serves to set us back further. We need affordable housing; we need mental health facilities and access to treatment that isn’t months out. We need programs that address the issue with multifaceted solutions: Safe parking, low-income housing, drug treatment residential facilities (we currently do not have a residential recovery treatment program for men), small RV and recreational vehicle parking areas. Lexi Boeger is also running in this district and, in my opinion, is the fresh, energized, educated and informed representation we desperately need. She was asked this same question and she responded, “It must be addressed on multiple fronts at the same time in order to be effective and that includes, but not limited to, housing shortage,

navigation services, mental health services, drug and addiction help, shelter space and law enforcement support, public safety and economic opportunity. She continues with, “We need to engage the full support and cooperation between multiple agencies who play vital roles in the issue from law enforcement, Health and Human Services, independent nonprofits, churches and community groups.” Now that is a well thought out, educated, informed response with realistic solutions and hope moving forward. The tired rhetoric of the past needs to stay in the past. Let’s move forward with a supervisor who is well versed in the challenges that we are facing today, armed with knowledge and solutions. Let’s elect Lexi Boeger as our next District 3 supervisor. TAMARA JANIES Pollock Pines

We’re on repeat EDITOR:

e’ve all heard the term “history repeats itself.” Few know who is credited for the quote, due to our failing educational system. I wonder how many people know that it was a quote attributed to Karl Marx. Then I wonder how many people know who Karl Marx is. Progressives have a litany of responses to what they stand for and want for our society. Most are based on the fairness doctrine, with a strong desire to change our Constitution and replace capitalism with heaven knows. When debating the merits of progressivism, they argue that they aren’t Marxists, even though they are. The definition of progressivism is: seeks to advance the human condition through social reform based on purported advancements in science, technology and social organization. And due to our progressive education system, I feel remised if I didn’t give the definition of “purported” — appearing or stated to be true, though not necessarily so. Progressivism took root in the U.S. at the turn of the 20th century and grew to its peak of popularity right up to when Hitler declared war on the U.S. Few know that the progressive saint F.D.R., look n See letters, page A7

Guest Column

Universities symptom of much bigger problem

When the issue of have written in slavery tore apart our the past about nation, most Americans the similarities were church-going of the stress and citizens. The dividing tensions in our country line then was between today to the stress and those who saw slavery tensions that were as a sin and those who taking place in the years did not. before the Civil War. As Lincoln said in A free country will his second inaugural always have debate address, delivered as and differences of Star parker the Civil War raged, opinion. But that debate “Both read the same becomes dangerous Bible and pray to the same God and and destructive when the differences strike at the core premises that define each invokes His aid against the other.” the very existence of the nation. But today the division is between When we can no longer agree about those for whom religion is relevant who we are, what we stand for and and those for whom it is not. The why we exist, our very existence latter, overwhelmingly, are on the comes into question. political left. As Abraham Lincoln said, “A house The recent Wall Street Journal/ divided against itself cannot stand.” NORC polling on national values Then the basic premises of our free shows the picture clearly. country were challenged by the Of those who say religion is existence of slavery. personally “very important,” 27% The country is divided today by of Democrats say yes and 53% of those who see injustice as a problem Republicans say yes. to be defined and solved by politics Of those who say patriotism is “very and those who continue to see important,” 23% of Democrats and injustice as evil defined by Scripture 59% of Republicans say yes. and dealt with through repentance Of those who agree that schools and self-correction.

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The country is divided today by those who see injustice as a problem to be defined and solved by politics and those who continue to see injustice as evil defined by Scripture and dealt with through repentance and self-correction. and universities have gone “too far ... taking steps to promote racial and ethnic diversity,” 6% of Democrats agree and 55% of Republicans agree. Of those who agree that “Businesses taking steps to promote racial and ethnic diversity” have gone “too far,” 7% of Democrats agree and 52% of Republicans agree. Many are now shocked to see how politicized our universities have become. But the data shows that this is not a problem limited to our universities; it reflects broader, deep changes in our society. Injustice has become a problem relegated to politics as religion has increasingly been purged from our society. DEI — diversity, equity, inclusion — is a tool designed by secularists, who produce their own definition of injustice and then design their own quantitative tool to solve the problem they have themselves defined.

This is one slice of ideology that is a subset of broader godless movements in social engineering — communism and socialism. President Ronald Reagan gave one the nation’s great speeches in March 1983 to the National Association of Evangelicals in which he called the Soviet Union an “evil empire.” Reagan said then, “But we must never forget that no government schemes are going to perfect man. We know that living in this world means dealing with what philosophers would call the phenomenology of evil or, as theologians would put it, the doctrine of sin.” Speaking about the then-Soviet Union, Reagan said, “Let us be aware that while they preach the supremacy of the State, declare its omnipotence over individual man ... they are the focus of evil in the modern world.”

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With the surge to the left in our country, and the purge of the influence of religion, we have produced our own “government schemes,” pretending they will “perfect man” and solve our social challenges. The result is the ongoing expansion of government and a burden of national debt and government spending that is crushing us. Reagan quoted William Penn saying, “If we will not be governed by God, we must be governed by tyrants.” This is where we are today. Star Parker is president of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education and host of the weekly television show “Cure America with Star Parker.” Her recent book, “What Is the CURE for America?” is available now.

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him up, denied a ship carrying Jews, escaping persecution and death in Europe due to antisemitism. Most progressives at the time supported fascism in Europe lead by Hitler and Mussolini. Today communities and universities around the country are promoting antisemitic protests and rallies, with ignorant people, like Queers for Palestine, demanding the end of a Jewish state and the annihilation of all Jews around the world. In fact, an educated college professor beat an elderly Jew to death for the only reason being the old man was a Jew. Looking at how our government leaders, the media, leftist organizations, like Black Lives Matter and certain local communities are acting I can say that this is one time that I agree with Marx; history does repeat itself. KEN STEERS Cameron Park

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Supervisors. The declaration meant the county could legally ignore local land use plans and county General Plan provisions to build a shelter. The goal of the navigation center is to provide shelter to the unhoused while working toward a long-term goal of obtaining sustainable housing. A permanent shelter is being planned for the former sheriff ’s headquarters at 300 Fair Lane, which is adjacent to the El Dorado County Government Center as is the temporary shelter. Years of brainstorming ideas and scrapping them and political backlash kept implementation of a shelter out of reach. A new temporary facility nearly had approval to

be constructed just off Highway 50 on Perks Court, but an anonymous complaint to the California Fair Political Practices Commission alleged District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas’ ownership interest on commercial properties on Broadway in Placerville (near where a sizable homeless encampment had previously been) created a conflict of interest. The complaint stopped her from casting a vote to award the construction contract. The vote was held off after Thomas recused herself, only to be curbed again by a 3-2 vote by the Board of Supervisors Aug. 23, 2022. The CFPPC complaint against Thomas was dropped before the item was heard again.

A 4-1 vote was the minimum needed for construction. Other county efforts to establish a homeless shelter included looking into purchasing the Best Western Stagecoach Inn on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines to implement Project Homekey, which would allow the county to convert the hotel into a homeless shelter using state funding. That idea was scrapped after it was determined the hotel was economically viable to operate as a hotel. Around the same time, former Sheriff John D’Agostini revealed a plan to place a homeless camp near the county jail, which received praise from the public but was deemed a financial and legal risk for the county.

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KNOW Now Women’s Fund El Dorado’s Wickline Scholarship applications are now available. Candidates must reside on the Western Slope of El Dorado County, be female age 22 or older and must be accepted by and plan to attend an accredited educational or vocational institution between June 1, 2024 and May 31, 2025. Applications are due before 5 p.m. March 11. For additional information visit womensfundeldorado.org/ wickline. Broadway Sacramento presents “Alanis Morissette’s Jagged Little Pill” through Jan. 7 at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center. For tickets and more information visit broadwaysacramento.com. The Sacred Arts of Tibet Tour and the Buddhist monks from Gaden Shartse Monastic University return to the Folsom and Placerville area through Jan. 21. Cultivating Compassion is the message for this year’s locally sponsored tour. Along with dharma talks, blessings and empowerments, the monks will create two mandalas this year. For more information and the full schedule visit placervillefriendsoftibet. org. Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento presents A Marriage of Arts & Crafts featuring the works of Evelyn and William De Morgan through Jan. 7; ABC — 123, Fletcher Benton’s sculptural alphabet through March 24; AI Am I?, artificial intelligence art created by Alexander Reben, through April 28; and Drawn to Beauty, a collection of European drawings, through April 28. For tickets and more information visit crocker. org. The de Young Open returns with 887 artworks by artists from the nine Bay Area counties hung “salon style,” installed nearly edge to edge and floor to ceiling. The show is open through Jan. 7. For more information visit famsf.org. The Gallery at 48 Natoma in Folsom presents Seasons Greetings: Holiday cards by celebrated artists from the Monroe Wheeler Archive exhibit through Jan. 18. More information is available at folsom.ca.us, the Gallery at 48 Natoma. Sending It: Climbing El Dorado at the Switchboard Gallery in Placerville, on display through Jan. 28, examines the unique and world-renowned climbing features perched along Highway 50. For more information about the exhibit visit artsandcultureeldorado. org/gallery.

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n a groundbreaking effort to provide solace and companionship to individuals battling Alzheimer’s and dementia, Snowline Hospice has introduced the CompanionPets Program, featuring robotic dogs and cats. These lifelike companions have become a source of immeasurable comfort, joy and emotional support for patients facing the challenges of these conditions. The program’s robotic pets are designed to simulate the behavior and appearance of real animals, offering a realistic experience that fosters a sense of connection and familiarity. Equipped with interactive features, these robotic companions respond to touch, sound and movement, providing a comforting presence to patients, especially those experiencing feelings of isolation or distress. While the impact of these robotic pets on the well-being of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients has been remarkable, sustaining and expanding this innovative program relies on the support of the community. Snowline Hospice is appealing to businesses and individuals within the community to consider

becoming sponsors for the CompanionPets program. “Through the use of these robotic dogs and cats, we’ve witnessed transformative moments of happiness and comfort for our patients,” said Laurie Heyman, philanthropy development director and heading up the CompanionPets program at Snowline. “The realistic nature of these pets creates a sense of calm and connection, reduces feelings of isolation and loneliness, and decreases agitation and increased communication in our Alzheimer’s and dementia patients.” Sponsorship contributions will directly support the acquisition of these robotic companions, ensuring that more patients have access to this groundbreaking form of therapy. By becoming sponsors, individuals and businesses have the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the well-being of Alzheimer’s and dementia patients in our community. Snowline invites compassionate members of the community to join them in supporting this transformative program. For those interested in sponsoring or learning more about the CompanionPets program email lheyman@snowlinehospice.org or call (530) 621-7820, ext. 3019.

DAY HIKER lot, upriver on the Nevada County side of the bridge. From the parking lot you ff Highway 174, walk under the new at the Placer/ bridge, over a wooden Nevada County footbridge to the trail Line, sits the Old Bear that runs downriver. River Bridge. Now a The trail is well shaded, pedestrian walkway uneven, sloped and over the Bear River, filled with rocks, roots the historical bridge and ruts. is a landmark. The To get down to the Mary West 1924 span was the first river below takes some Outdoor columnist concrete bridge built rock hopping skill. using the Roman-style There are several spurs, single-arch design constructed in none are easy to lower yourself to a continuous pour method. It’s a water level. But once you are there it handsome bridge, best appreciated is lovely. Sitting on a smooth boulder, from under the new bridge that is with your toes dangling in the cold part of Highway 174. water, with a view of the tall pines The monument to the bridge sits at the back of an ample parking ■ See DAY HIKER, page B5

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The California Museum in Sacramento presents Personal to Political: Celebrating the African American Artists of Paulson Fontaine Press through March 24. For more information visit californiamuseum.org.

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mental aspect cannot be underestimated. Healthy options that are “in your face” will start the ball rolling toward building your attraction to what fortifies you. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Loving relationships are not all about giving, doing and being loving. They are also largely about receiving love well, appreciating what others do without trying to control it, and letting them show you instead of being so capable that you never need their help. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Superstitions are highlighted. You’ll get confirming evidence of the use of truth in a nonsensical ritual, especially involving a turnaround (as in flipping an apron, sock or shirt). Nonmagical things become magical when reversed. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Moving on is a process not to be rushed. To go faster would mean skipping lessons, all of which will have to be learned eventually anyway, so you may as well pick them up as you go. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Nostalgia will color how you feel about someone today. Of course, you remember the past the same way all humans do -- imperfectly. Memory is but a wonky mimeograph, highlighting certain lines and fading others. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Attention is among the cheapest commodities. There is no lasting benefit to gaining attention for attention’s sake. Those who provide service and value will naturally attract attention necessary to make their offerings known to those who can use them.

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he whirlwind of the holiday season is done, each day brings a few more minutes of light and temperatures have been dancing with Jack Frost at night. Need a resolution for the new year that is realistic? Now is a good time to take stock of all those foods you worked hard preserving during last year’s growing season to see if everything looks in good shape for the coming winter and spring months. Another canning season will be upon us soon. The past several months you may have observed that jars were moved around in the pantry, bags and containers were jostled around in the freezer and dehydrated snacks were consumed.

Look for signs of spoilage in canned goods Keeping ring bands on the jars for storage is not needed. In fact, removing them makes it easier to detect some types of spoilage. Lids should be concave and have no leaking or dried food around the outside of the lids. There should be no rising/moving air bubbles. If lids have become unsealed or have swelled/bubbled up, or jars are leaking, do not use these jars of food. Check online with the National Center for Home Food Preservation (under the heading: General Canning Information: Identifying and Handling Spoiled Canned Food) on how to detoxify and dispose of these jars, as well as how to clean up your kitchen area afterward. Jars should not be stacked directly on top of each other as this may cause the vacuum seals to “break.” Put cardboard or some supportive layer between them and no more than two jars high. When you do open a jar, smell the food for unnatural odors, mold growth or discharging liquid. Store your canned products in a cool, dry and dark place, ideally between 50 and 70 degrees F.

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Look for signs of ice crystals in frozen goods Store all frozen foods at 0 degrees F or lower to retain vitamin content, color, flavor and texture. The freezethaw cycle of frost-free freezers allows ice crystals in your frozen foods to grow, rupturing more cells when it refreezes. Evaporation occurs during this freeze-thaw cycle which results in dehydration — this is called freezer burn. Freezer burn occurs when frozen food is damaged by crystal growth and dehydration, exposing the food to oxygen. This will create a loss of texture, color, flavor and aroma. Prevention: do not open your freezer more than necessary; use plastic bags specifically for freezing; squeeze air out of bags before sealing (vacuum seal bags also remove air); minimize headspace in freezer containers; freezer paper has a coating that prevents a transfer of air, helping protect meat.

Look for molds in dehydrated goods Drying removes moisture from food, making it less likely microorganisms such as bacteria, molds and yeasts will grow. If too high of a temperature is used during drying or the process is rushed, the food could develop “case hardening” and moisture would not be able to escape. This will lead to a moldy food product. Packaging and storage are important as dried foods are vulnerable to insects as well as moisture reabsorption. Vacuum packaging and packing in small quantities are good options or adding a food-safe silica gel desiccant to a container for moisture absorption. As you assess your cache, be mindful of the n See Preserver, page B5

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Women’s Fund El Dorado grant Commission on Aging seeks application period now open News release El Dorado County nonprofit agencies serving the county’s western slope are now invited to apply for grant funding from Women’s Fund El Dorado. In an effort to remain an effective grant making organization, WFED continues to expand its grant opportunities to cover a broad range of needs including basic human needs, children and youth development and arts and culture. In 2024 $100,000 is expected to be awarded. Request for proposals must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 31. An Applicant workshop for prospective grant applicants is set for Jan. 11. Details are provided on the Women’s Fund El Dorado website, womensfundeldoado.org. WFED’s Inspiration Grant in 2024 will award a total of $52,000. By design, the grant does not have a specific focus, thereby inspiring nonprofits to identify and address the community’s most pressing needs. Applicants may apply for up to $26,000. In addition to the Inspiration Grants, six additional grants totaling $48,000 will be awarded: a total of three Acorn grants of up to $8,000 each will be awarded to nonprofit organizations that have not previously received a grant from the WFED and a total of three Impact Grants of up to $8,000 each will be awarded to nonprofit organizations offering direct impacts on the western slope of El Dorado County. This includes but is not limited to human services, such as those pertaining to mental or physical health, education, youth development, services to children, families, seniors, arts, community beautification,

animal welfare or community development. An organization must choose to apply for either an Inspiration Grant, an Acorn Grant or an Impact Grant; it cannot apply for more than one. Following the Jan. 31 due date, all proposals are reviewed and scored by the WFED Grants Committee. The top scoring proposals in each category move forward to the entire WFED membership, which then votes on the agencies to receive funding. Member voting opens immediately after the WFED Ballot Showcase event scheduled for March 28, 2024, and closes on April 25, 2024. Grant recipients will be notified May 10, 2024. To qualify for funding, organizations must have nonprofit status and an established office on the western slope of El Dorado County (El Dorado Hills to Silver Fork). Request for proposals and additional details are available online at womensfundeldorado.org. For more information contact WFED Grant Chair Teri Whiting at grants@womensfundeldorado.org.

About the fund Women’s Fund El Dorado, a fund of the El Dorado Community Foundation, is a collective giving organization that is open to all for a donation of $200 a year or more. Funds collected are pooled and leveraged in the form of grants and voted on by members who support community philanthropy to enhance the quality of life on the western slope of El Dorado County. Since it was founded 15 years ago, membership has grown and the organization has awarded more than $1,114,806 to 98 community projects.

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Day Hiker

covering the hillside and granite boulders scattered along the river’s edge ... it is a nice way to spend some of our precious time. The trail is less than a mile and half. Rock outcroppings are a challenge the further along you go. It’s a challenge but that is why it’s popular with locals in summer. Not everyone can get down to appreciate the Mighty Bear River from this vantage point. Mary West is author of the book series Day Hiker – Gold Country Trail

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Guide I, II and III (second edition available on Amazon). The books are a collection of the Day Hiker columns where West shares her longtime love of the outdoors, favorite hikes in Northern California’s Gold Country and beyond. West was the recipient of the 2017 and 2019 Craft Award for Best Outdoor Column and the 2020 Craft Award for her second book in the Day Hiker series by the Outdoor Writers of California. Follow her on Facebook and Instagram.

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undeterred by external distractions.

Set goals First, write out your goals for the year. Consider what you want to accomplish professionally, personally, spiritually, etc. Break each goal down into achievable tasks/milestones. Set dates to accomplish each. This will be your blueprint for the year.

Track & schedule The next step is to organize your plan. Consider apps like Todoist, Microsoft To-Do and Google Keep. These are cross-platform programs and can be used on both iOS and Android devices to track and manage the year’s tasks. The final step is to put in the action to reach your objectives. And here is where most plans fail, because we get distracted.

App Freedom Modern life is filled with distractions: social media, the daily news cycle, etc. Studies show we lose 23 minutes of productivity with each interruption. Smart devices — with all their app-y conveniences and reminders — can actually contribute to the stress in our lives. But in a world where we depend on devices to perform our work, turning the machines off isn’t always the best option. It’s a necessary evil, right? Wouldn’t it be great if there was an

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app for that? Turns out, there is. Fred Stutzman, a Ph.D. student at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, wrote a computer program designed to keep a computer user away from the internet for up to eight hours at a time. The cross-platform Freedom app blocks time-distracting websites and apps, allowing you time to get your work done. Whether you use Mac, Windows, iOS or Chrome, the Freedom app can sync blocks across all of your devices. This allows you to set your focused time on your schedule — not on a distracting app notification’s. You select your devices, choose which apps you want blocked/don’t want blocked during your session and set your schedule. You are in the driver’s seat ... and because you are in complete control, you get to discern what influences you for good and what holds you back.

Build more in ’24 Baby steps forward in the digital world will take you far. Ultimately, life is a mindset: You get to choose whether you are a victor or a victim, no matter what is happening in the world. And this is my wish for each of you, dear hearts. Live your life with purpose and no regrets in 2024. Carpe anni — seize the year! Send your event for consideration in Susan’s column to slaird@ handywriting.com.

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dates of your preserved foods as well as the quantities. This information will help you decide what and how much to preserve this coming year. The UC Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County are a great resource for answering food safety and preserving questions. Leave a message

at (530) 621-5506 or email edmfp@ ucanr.edu. For more information about the program, events and recipes visit ucanr.edu/edmfp. Sign up to receive an eNewsletter at ucanr. org/mfpcsenews. Find the group on Facebook, too (UCCE Master Food Preservers of El Dorado County).

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at 7 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. See Zep Live! The Led Zeppelin Concert Experience at 7:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888. Fast Times will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.

Jan. 6 Boy Scouts of America Troops 454, 465, and 645 will be in El Dorado Hills to pick up Christmas trees for recycling. Pick up and disposal is only available on this day. Christmas trees should be left at the end of the driveways/curbside by 8 a.m. This event is offered free of charge and in partnership with the El Dorado Hills Community Services District and El Dorado Disposal. Donations are accepted for the Scout program. Donation envelopes are being distributed within EDHCSD boundaries and provide instructions and details on how to participate. The El Dorado Hills Town Center Farmers Market takes place year round, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. Wander behind Nibblers and Trek Bicycle to discover a cornucopia of delights, where local area farms showcase an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore stalls brimming with homemade treasures including jams and cheeses, as well many handmade creations. Gold Bug Park & Mine in Placerville is open Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit goldbugpark.org. UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host a First Saturday Garden Tour, 9 a.m. at the Sherwood Demonstration Garden, 6699 Campus Drive in Placerville. While some of the garden has

entered its winter’s rest, there are other cold-hearty plants that bloom and offer interest. After the approximate onehour tour, wander around the 16 individual gardens at your own pace or ask docents for help and more information. May be closed for inclement weather or poor air quality; check before visiting at ucanr. edu/sites/EDC_Master_ Gardeners/Demonstration_ Garden. Parking permits required, purchase a $2 permit at any kiosk.

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Dr. Paul Sunseri is conducting a series of no-cost workshops for parents, therapists and school staff. The third in the series, “Reducing Conflict with Kids by Solving Common Behavior Problems” is scheduled 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the El Dorado Hills Library. RSVP on Eventbrite.

The Placerville Elks Lodge hosts a day of Bingo, 1-4 p.m. For more information email Barbara Dockter at secretary1712@gmail.com.

The Coloma Community Market takes place 1-4 p.m., drizzle or shine the first and third Saturdays, at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park. Find great local products while enjoying live music, food, beverages and more. Parking is free during the market hours. The Mellow Souls will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit

Born and Raised will perform at 8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. 60s Summer of Love will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.

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VITA Academy presents the Great Composers Chamber Music series at 2 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter. net or call (916) 608-6888. Sunset Sedation will perform at 3 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/livemusic. See Masters of Illusion at 7:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets n See know, page B6

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Jan. 9 Matt Rainey will perform at 7 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.

Jan. 10 UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host Gardening for the Future, 9 a.m. to noon. at the Cameron Park Community Center. Learn about sustainable gardening, permaculture, food forests, rewilding and more. The Sons in Retirement – Gold Country branch meets the second Wednesday of the month at the Cameron Park Country Club. Check out the club and be a guest for a complimentary lunch. Contact Branch 95’s membership chairman at SIRBranch95@gmail.com for more details. Love and Honey will perform at 7 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. See “Jesus Christ Superstar,” Jan. 10-13 at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.

Jan. 12 UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host Search for Excellence – Cross Pollination, noon to 1 p.m. Developed by

the UC Master Gardeners of El Dorado County alongside CalFresh Healthy Living, UCCE and Mother Lode Rehabilitation Enterprises, this garden is a nurturing ground for life skills, self-esteem, and community integration. No reservation needed. The program will stream live on facebook.com/UCMasterGardeners and youtube. com/user/UCMasterGardeners.

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Join the El Dorado Hills, Shingle Springs/Cameron Park and El Dorado County chambers of commerce for a joint mixer, 5:307:30 p.m. at Ponte Palmero, 3081 Ponte Morino Drive in Cameron Park. RSVP to one of the chambers.

Art & Wine with Something MORE takes place 6-9 p.m. at the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. For tickets and more information visit morerehab.org.

Jan. 19 The Shingle Springs Community Center hosts a Bunko Dinner fundraiser beginning at 5:30 p.m. Enjoy hearty soups and friendly Bunko competition. Purchase tickets online at shinglespringscommunitycenter.org. The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park presents HomeGrown Comedy featuring Anthony K and Alvin Duke at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke.com.

Jan. 20 Save the Graves hosts a tour of lesser known, really cool Placerville cemeteries at 10 a.m. Participants will visit six cemeteries: the Methodist Episcopal Federated Church, Placerville Old City, Saint Patrick’s, Uppertown, Pioneer Jewish Cemetery and the Pest House. No cost to attend. Tour is suitable for all ages and the rain back-up date is Jan. 27. RSVP to info@ savethegraveseldorado.org.

Public Notices  FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1118 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: lOVES HANDYMAN SERVICES, located at 3567 Landsdale Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Cody B Love, 3567 Landsdale Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/16/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cody Love CODY LOVE, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/17/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1129 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE DIGITAl ElECTRIC COMPANY, located at 5151 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Trident Electric Service Inc, 5151 Golden Foothill Parkway, Suite 120, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Robert Brinzer ROBERT BRINZER, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/21/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1174 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: KIWI CONSTRUCTION, located at 5402 Bassi Road, Lotus,

CA 95651/Mailing Address: PO Box 782, Lotus, CA 95651 Registered owner(s): Michael J Perry, 5402 Bassi Road, Lotus, CA 95651 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Michael J Perry MICHAEL J PERRY I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/07/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1132 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: REVMAX FABRICATION, located at 4607 Tracy Ln, Garden Valley, CA 95633 Registered owner(s): Christopher Dean Robinson, 4607 Tracy Ln, Garden Valley, CA 95633 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/22/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Chris Robinson CHRIS ROBINSON I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/22/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business

and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1175 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ARCHITECT AlISHA, located at 1600 Dashing Ranch Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Alisha R Olson, 1600 Dashing Ranch Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/08/2023

Placerville FamilySearch Center hosts Preserving Photos and Slides, 3 and 5:30 p.m. Learn how to digitize using scanners so you can share with family and friends your precious memories. Bring photos/slides and flash drives for hands-on training. For more information call (530) 621-1378.

Kilt & Cork hosts the Burn’s Night Supper at 6 p.m. at the Placerville Shakespeare Club. Enjoy dinner, entertainment, whiskey tasting, poetry and more. For tickets and more information visit kiltandcork.com.

Jan. 27 Celebrate the day gold was discovered at Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Enjoy Gold Rush demonstrations, games and more. For more information visit marshallgold.com. The Rotary Club of El Dorado Hills presents its annual Crab & Tri Tip Dinner, 6-10 p.m. at the EDHCSD gym, 1021 Harvard Way. For tickets and more information visit edhrotary.org/2023-crab-tritip-feed. El Dorado County Search and Rescue Crab Feed takes place 6-11 p.m. on the county fairgrounds in Placerville. For tickets contact Christi Dean at (530) 626-7111.

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Signature of Registrant: /s/ Alisha R Olson ALISHA R OLSON, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/08/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1136 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CAlIFORNIA GARAGE DOOR COMPANY, located at 1035 Berkshire Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Steve D Martinez, 1035 Berkshire Drive, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/28/2017 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Steve D. Martinez STEVE D. MARTINEZ I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/27/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business

and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1167 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MElINDAS ACCOUNTING SERVICE, located at 7021 Forest Hill Dr, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registered owner(s): Melinda N Albertsen, 7021 Forest Hill Dr, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Melinda Albertsen MELINDA ALBERTSEN I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code

that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/06/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1107 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OAK ACREAGE lANDSCAPE DESIGN, located at 6731 Juniper Ln, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Sarah Getz, 6731 Juniper Ln, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sarah Getz SARAH GETZ I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/16/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business

and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1171 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TWISTED RANCH RETRIEVERS, located at 5205 Rooster Ln, Somerset, CA 95684/ Mailing Address: PO Box 194, Somerset, CA 95684 Registered owner(s): Tiffany E Craig-Pelton, 5205 Rooster Ln, Somerset, CA 95684 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 02/10/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Tiffany Craig-Pelton TIFFANY CRAIG-PELTON I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/07/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH

SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1170 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DREAMER ADVENTURE KAYAKING, located at 396 Coloma Heights Rd, Coloma, CA 95613/Mailing Address: PO Box 373, Coloma, CA 95613 Registered owner(s): Hawk Wilderness Instruction LLC, 396 Coloma Heights Rd, Coloma, CA 95613 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/05/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Samantha Hawkins SAMANTHA HAWKINS, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/07/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business

and Professions Code) 12/13, 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF lINDA SUSAN HAllIDAY CASE NO. 23PR0285 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LINDA SUSAN HALLIDAY, LINDA HALLIDAY A PETITION for Probate has been filed by JULIEANA BESHORE in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that JULIEANA BESHORE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 22,

2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: JULIEANA BESHORE 2408 Granite Park Dr Lincoln, CA 95648 (385) 208-2049 12586 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1191 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JMS PROCESS SERVICES, located at 593 Short Road, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registered owner(s): Jonathan Sheley, 593 Short Road, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: ___________ Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jonathan Sheley JONATHAN SHELEY I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/13/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12590 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1194 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: EVERY BODY HEAlS THERAPY, located at 681 Main Street Ste 217, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Elaine O Bredl, 681 Main Street Ste 217, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/13/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Elaine Bredl ELAINE BREDL, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be legal notice continued on the next page

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Public Notices  false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/13/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12593 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT REQUEST FOR PRE-QUALIFICATION OF BIDDERS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS FLUMES 4, 45 SECTION 3, 45A, 46A, 47A, 47B, 52A, AND SPILL 3 CRIB WALL PROJECT NUMBERS-MULTIPLE RFQ23-07 NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that sealed APPLICATIONS will be received no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, January 11, 2024, local time, at the front desk of District’s Customer Service Building located at 2890 Mosquito Rd., Placerville, CA 95667 for the Flumes 4, 45 Section 3, 45A, 46A, 47A, 47B, 52A and Spill 3 Crib Wall projects, Project Nos. – Multiple (“Projects”). Only pre-qualified firms will be eligible to bid on these Projects. A California Classification A contractor’s license is required. The anticipated work of the Projects generally consist of replacing Project 184 flumes and associated work therein. All projects are located near Pollock Pines, California. The estimated construction costs and dates of construction can be found in the RFQ. PUBLIC WORKS LAWS. All projects are public works projects and are subject to compliance monitoring and enforcement by the Department of Industrial Relations (DIR). To be qualified for these projects, a contractor must be registered with the DIR. In addition, pursuant to prevailing wage laws, copies of the prevailing wage rates are on file at the District’s principal office and are available on request. Interested firms may obtain a copy of the Request for Pre-Qualification (RFQ) from the District’s website at www.eid.org/contracts. Note that the reference procedure requires the reference information be sent directly by the reference to EID no later than 3:00 p.m. on January 16, 2024. Questions regarding this project should be directed to the Project Manager by emailing Ms. Liz Carrington at lcarrington@eid.org, or by calling 530.642.4077. Dated this 20th day of December, 2023 EL DORADO IRRIGATION DISTRICT /s/ Jon Money Jon Money, P.E., Engineering Manager 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3/24 12599 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1208 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: PLACERVILLE ART GALLERY, located at 352 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 3651 Indian Creek Court, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1.Ruth Michelson, 3651 Indian Creek Court, Placerville, CA 95667, 2.Paul Cockrell, 3651 Indian Creek Court, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by A Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 9/9/2015 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Ruth Michelson RUTH MICHELSON I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/15/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12601 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1206 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DARIANS MOBILE TIRE, located at 4172 Meadow Brook Rd, Garden Valley, CA 95633 Registered owner(s): Darian R Holter, 4172 Meadow Brook Rd, Garden Valley, CA 95633 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed

above on: 12/15/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Darian Holter DARIAN HOLTER, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/15/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12602 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1142 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: CLASSIC BUSINESS SERVICE, located at 681 Main Street, Ste 115, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Michael L Haug, 521 Santa Cruz Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/28/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Michael L Haug MICHAEL L HAUG I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/28/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12603 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1199 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: OVERCOME FITNESS, located at 4100 Cameron Park Dr, Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 601 Ellenwood Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Byron D Slavin, 601 Ellenwood Lane, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/14/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Byron Slavin BYRON SLAVIN, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/14/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12604 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1198 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THRIVE SALON & SPA, located at 2222 Francisco Drive, Suite 450, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: 910 Esplanade Circle, Folsom, CA 95630 Registered owner(s): Daniela J Cavalieri, 910 Esplanade Circle, Folsom, CA 95630 This business is conducted by An

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Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 06/21/2018 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Daniela J Cavalieri DANIELA J CAVALIERI I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/14/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12605 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. 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NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12606 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1192 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: SWEET WATER LAVENDER FARM, located at 6330 Agua Dulce Ct, Placerille, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Julie C Moore, 6330 Agua Dulce Ct, Placerille, CA 95667, 2. Robert E Allan, 6330 Agua Dulce Ct, Placerille, CA 95667 This business is conducted by A Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Julie Moore JULIE MOORE I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/13/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/20, 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12607 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DORENE E. FISK ALSO KNOWN AS DORENE FISK CASE NO. 23PR0314 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons

who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DORENE E. FISK, also known as DORENE FISK A PETITION for Probate has been filed by KARLON F. OLIVER in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that KARLON F. OLIVER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 11, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: KARLON F. OLIVER 3145 Wilson Drive Auburn, CA 95603 (530) 613-1491 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12608 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1214 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: WILD 1 EQUIPMENT, located at 5232 Woodhaven Dr., Grizzly Flats, CA 95636/Mailing Address: 525 Palm Cir, Tracy, CA 95376 Registered owner(s): Mike S D’Arcy, 5232 Woodhaven, Grizzly Flats, CA 95636 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/06/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Mike S D’Arcy MIKE S D’ARCY, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/19/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17/24 12609 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1176 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AUDIO SOLUTIONS, located at 4570 Pony Express Trail, Camino, CA 95709 Registered owner(s): AXM Group, 1390 Broadway Ste B, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/6/23 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Jim Green, CEO JIM GREEN, CEO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/08/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10, 1/17/24 12610

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF FERN HARPER CASE NO. 23PR0313 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of FERN HARPER A PETITION for Probate has been filed by BILLIE G. CHAPMAN in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION for probate requests that BILLIE G. CHAPMAN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: January 29, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 3321 Cameron Park Dr., Cameron Park, CA 95682 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner: CLARA YANG Law Office of Clara Yang 2810 Coloma St., Ste. A Placerville, CA 95667 (530) 621-3624 12/27/23, 1/3, 1/10/24 12611 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1179 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THAI RICE RESTAURANT, located at 3300 Coach Ln Ste B9, B10, Cameron Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 7550 Folsom Auburn Rd Apt 1116 Folsom, CA 95630 Registered owner(s): Jaroenjirabhadra, 3300 Coach Ln Ste B9, B10, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: California The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/20/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Pranpriya Samoson P R A N P R I YA SAMOSON, MANAGING MEMBER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 12/11/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/3, 1/10, 1/17, 1/24/24 12623 NOTICE OF LIEN SALE

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FOR CONTRACTOR SERVICES TO THE Georgetown Divide Resource Conservation District RELEASE DATE: December 19, 2023 CLOSING DATE: Proposals must be received by January 12, 2024, by 4:00 p.m. PROJECT TITLE: “Marshall Road Fuel Reduction Project” The Marshall Road Fuel Reduction for Critical Roads Project is a roadside hazardous fuels reduction strategy. The full RFP can be found at http://www.eldoradorcd.org/newpage-2-1 12629 1/3/24 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING

The County of El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Building C Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on January 25, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., to consider the following: Commercial Cannabis Use Permit CCUP210002/Harde submitted by DAVID HARDE for the construction and operation of a cannabis cultivation facility for medical and adult-use recreational cannabis. The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 093-032-071, consisting of 57.29 acres, is located on the north side of Perry Creek Road, approximately 0.3 mile northeast of the intersection with Fairplay Road, in the Somerset area, Supervisorial District 2. (County Planner: Evan Mattes, 530-621-5994) (Mitigated Negative Declaration) Agenda and Staff Reports are available approximately two weeks prior at https://eldorado.legistar. com/Calendar.aspx All persons interested are invited to attend and be heard or to write their comments to the Planning Commission. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado. legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@ edcgov.us. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the hearing, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted by Thursday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the Commission meeting will be delivered to the Commission prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING COMMISSION KAREN L. GARNER, Executive Secretary January 3, 2024 12630 1/3/24

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The County of El Dorado Planning Commission will hold a public hearing in the Building C Hearing Room, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 on January 25, 2024, at 8:30 a.m., to consider the following: Tentative Subdivision Map TM21-0001/Planned Development PD21-0003/Rezone Z21-0012/ Greenwood Estates submitted by CAMERON GLEN ESTATES, LLC to subdivide an existing 0.88-acre lot to create 10 lots ranging in size from 2,733 square feet to 6,534 square feet. Two (2) duplexes and two (2) triplexes would be constructed on the 10 lots. The proposed duplexes would each total 3,398 square feet, the proposed triplexes would each total 5,097 square feet, and each unit would be 1,699 square feet. Each unit would have its own garage for parking. Design waivers are requested for the proposed roadway section and driveway connection. In addition, five-foot front setbacks, five-foot rear setbacks, and zerofoot side setbacks are requested. The requested Rezone would change the existing zoning MultiUnit Residential within a Design Review Combining Zone (RM-DC) to Multi-Unit Residential within a Planned Development Zone (RMPD). The property, identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number 082411-004, consisting of 0.88 acre, 2545 Greenwood Lane, located on the west side of Greenwood Lane between Meadow Lane and Merrychase Drive, in the Cameron Park area, Supervisorial District 2. (County Planner: Cameron Welch, 530-621-5816) (Mitigated Negative Declaration) Agenda and Staff Reports are available approximately two weeks prior at https://eldorado.legistar. com/Calendar.aspx Project Information is available online at https://edc-trk.aspgov. com/etrakit/. In order to view attachments, please login or create an E-Trakit account and search the project name or application file number in the search box. All persons interested are invited to attend and be heard or to write their comments to the Planning Commission. For the current remote options, including whether in-person attendance is allowed, please check the meeting Agenda no less than 72 hours before the meeting, which will be posted at https://eldorado. legistar.com/Calendar.aspx. If you challenge the application in court, you may be limited to raising only those items you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the Commission at, or prior to, the public hearing. Any written correspondence should be directed to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 or via e-mail: planning@ edcgov.us. To ensure delivery to the Commission prior to the hearing, written information from the public is encouraged to be submitted by Thursday the week prior to the meeting. Planning Services cannot guarantee that any FAX or mail received the day of the Commission meeting will be delivered to the Commission prior to any action. COUNTY OF EL DORADO PLANNING COMMISSION KAREN L. GARNER, Executive Secretary January 3, 2024 1/3/24 12631

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