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The decision to not take to trial the case of the father and son accused of starting the Caldor Fire was reached not due to a smoking gun, but rather smoldering bullets. El Dorado County Superior Court Judge Vicki Ashworth ruled the prosecution’s case against the pair lacked sufficient evidence to be taken to trial, in no small part due to a study initially n See smiths, page A7
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Sean de Guzman, Anthony Burdock and Jordan Thoennes, from left, with the California Department of Water Resources Snow Surveys and Water Supply Forecasting Unit, prepare to conduct the first media snow survey of the 2024 season at Phillips Station near Echo Summit Tuesday, Jan. 2.
Snowpack 30% of average at Winter storms leave lasting impacts Phillips Station The Mountain Democrat looks back on some of the top headlines of the past year. See Monday’s edition for more top stories.
Odin Rasco Staff writer The sudden and severe deluge that hit the county and much of California on New Year’s Eve 2022 was ultimately only the opening salvo in a series of storms
that soaked the state through winter and some of spring. The storms, fed by an atmospheric river passing over the state, led to flooded businesses and roads, evacuations, rockslides, sinkholes, uprooted trees and significant property
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damage. Hangtown Creek spilled past its boundaries in multiple locations in Placerville, flooding out sections of the road on Main Street and Placerville Drive and even sending a hot tub downstream from a flooded-out Ferguson Plumbing Supply on Cold Springs Road. Drainage issues led to the Veterans Memorial Building parking lot becoming a basin of water, flooding the first floor of the building that resulted in the cancellation of all events held there for nearly an entire year. Residents of Cameron Park, White Hall and south of Sand Ridge Road and Highway 49
saw evacuation orders as the continuous downpour created hazardous flooding conditions, according to the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office. Roads were closed due to fallen rocks and trees, and many others rendered unusable when the overwhelming amounts of water opened sinkholes or washed out drainage culverts. Residents of the Divide were no strangers to difficulty during the storms, with the rain and snow making travel a difficult prospect that led to neighbors such as the Unsung Heroes
deputies fired at Signor when he answered the door with what appeared to be a firearm in his hand. Sheriff ’s officials said the warrant was for Signor’s roommate Jason Ziesman, who was booked into the El Dorado County Jail on narcotics charges hours after the shooting, according to arrest records.
The California Department of Water Resources on Jan. 2 conducted the first snow survey of the season at Phillips Station. The manual survey recorded 7.5 inches of snow depth and a snow water equivalent of 3 inches, which is 30% of average for this location. The snow water equivalent measures the amount of water contained in the snowpack and is a key component of DWR’s water supply forecast. Statewide the snowpack is 25% of average for this date. After one of the largest snowpacks on record last season, the start of this water year has been dry despite some recent storms in the last weeks of December that provided a small boost in the snowpack. While state reservoirs are still above average for this time of year and strong El Niño conditions are present in the Pacific Ocean, the outlook for the rest of the winter remains uncertain. One year ago, the January survey at the Phillips location showed a water content of 177% of average. “California saw firsthand last year how historic drought conditions can quickly give way to unprecedented, dangerous flooding,” said DWR Director Karla Nemeth. “Although El Niño does not guarantee an above average water year, California is preparing for the possibility of more extreme storms while increasing our climate resilience for the next drought.” DWR’s electronic readings from 130 stations placed throughout the state indicate that the statewide snowpack’s snow water equivalent is 2.5 inches, or 25% of average for this date, compared to 185% on this date last year. “While we are glad the recent storms brought a small boost to the snowpack, the dry fall and below average conditions today shows how fast water conditions can change,” said DWR’s Snow Surveys and Water Supply Forecasting Unit Manager Sean de Guzman. “It’s still far too early to say what kind of water year we will have, and it will be important for Californians to pay attention to their forecasts
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Placerville man killed in officer-involved shooting Eric Jaramishian Staff writer Placerville resident Thomas Signor, 32, was killed in an officerinvolved shooting April 26. Signor was living on Baco Drive when the El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office narcotics team knocked on his door to serve a narcotics-related warrant. It was reported sheriff ’s
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Richard Juliano
July 5, 1935 – Oct 25, 2023
Richard “Dick” “Rich” Juliano passed away peacefully at home in Placerville surrounded by family on October 25. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth Juliano. They were blessed to be married 66 years! Children Rick, Tim (Raeleen,) Dan (Becky), and Julie, (Brad Arnold). Grand children Elyse (Ron Noonan), Sammy (Emily Meese), Hannah (Bryant Vance), Zane, Noah, Jacob Arnold and Clare Arnold. Nephew Michael Juliano (Jeanine) Niece Christine McNeil Juliano, (Danny). Cousins Julie Pistone Pertz (Paul), Laura Pistone (Dale), Joan Pistone (Gene), Karyn Pistone, John Pistone and Cindy Good. Dick was born to Phillip and Mary Juliano on July 5, 1935 in Weirton, West Virginia. He was the middle child of 3 boys. Older brother Ralph (deceased) and younger brother Phil (deceased). Aunts Julie (Juliano) Pistone (deceased), Josephine (Juliano) Judd (deceased). and Uncle Michael Juliano (deceased). The family moved to Fontana CA where Dick spent most of his childhood. He attended Chaffy Junior College where he played football winning many awards and went on to UC Santa Barbara continuing a successful football career and graduating with a degree in Physical Education. He met his beautiful wife, Beth, while they were both working at Devereux School in Santa Barbara. After graduation they relocated to Santa Ana California. He went on to teach and coach at the high school level while earning a Masters Degree. After completing his masters he took a job at Cerritos College as the Women’s Tennis Coach and Physical Education Instructor and later became the Athletic Director. He was instrumental as one of the first to adopt Title IX ensuring equal rights for women’s sports in which he was a HUGE advocate and one of his proudest accomplishments. He is affectionately called Coach by all! Dick was a devout Catholic and was always involved in his church and community volunteering. Among his favorite activities of volunteerism was playing Santa every Christmas for 50 years for the Speech and Language Development Center in Buena Park. A few years back he passed the torch to his son Dan. Their home was always open to all and many of the kids’ friends lived with them and considered him like their own father having a huge impact and influence on all that were lucky enough to meet Dick. He never turned anyone away and was truly loved by all. When the kids were young, summer adventures were spent hunting, camping, fishing, backpacking, trips to Ensenada and driving cross country to see the East Coast family. After retiring Dick and Beth moved north to Coloma to spend 30 blissful years living on the American River making more wonderful, lifelong friendships. Dick was a devoted family man and never missed any of his kids or grandkids games and events and relished his role as Dad and Papa a true family man. He touched so many lives and will be dearly missed by all his friends and family. A funeral celebration of his life will be held on Friday, January 19th at 10:00am at Holy Family Catholic Church at 566 S Glassell St, Orange CA. If you would like to make donations instead of flowers, please send a donation to the Speech and Language Development Center https://sldc.net/ ways-to-support/8699 Holder St. Buena Park, CA 90620
Thomas Koker
May 30, 1981 – Dec. 8, 2023
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.
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David Price, greatly loved father and grandfather, passed away on December 12th, 2023 after a brief but courageous battle with cancer. Until the very end, his boundless energy and fighting spirit never waned. He passed peacefully in his home, in bed next to his wife, who passed away after her own battle with cancer a mere 15 minutes after him. They had been married for 48 years and were together until the very end. Dave was a long time resident of Placerville and had worked for decades at Federated Church. He was a loyal friend, hard working employee, and devoted to his family. Eldest daughter Sierra Rose and her husband Chris Rose, grandchildren Emmett and Tallulah Rose, and son Colin Price and his wife Laura Price and granddaughters Julia and Aubrey Price will all miss his energetic presence and guitar playing. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at Federated Church on February 17th. Please send any donations to Federated Church in Placerville.
Cheryle Price, treasured and beloved mother and grandmother, passed away on December 12th, 2023 after many years of battling with cancer. Until the very end her positive energy, loving kindness, and calming presence continued to grace us all. She passed peacefully in her home, in bed next to her husband, who had passed away only 15 minutes before her, after his own brief battle with cancer. They had been married for 48 years and were together until the very end. Cheryle was a long time resident of Placerville and had worked for decades at Federated Church Preschool. She loved working with children and considered it her life’s work to help shape future generations. Her passion for fairness, justice, and treating all with love and respect was her mission in life, and all who knew her would agree she embodied all these qualities and more. She loved spending time outdoors, especially in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. Eldest daughter Sierra Rose and her husband Chris Rose, grandchildren Emmett and Tallulah Rose, and son Colin Price and his wife Laura Price and granddaughters Julia and Aubrey Price will all miss her warm hugs, her laughter, and a love that radiated so strongly you could feel it. A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at Federated Church on February 17th. Please send any donations to Federated Church in Placerville.
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Louise Leitsinger Furden
Dec. 6, 1942 - Dec. 29, 2023
Louise Leitsinger Furden, born 12/6/1942 (Gruetli, TN), died 12/28/2023 at the age of 81. She is survived her special, longtime friend, companion, like a spouse, who she referred to as “Mr. Gail” Seward, her son William “Bill” Furden, Sisters Ruth Phil and Alene Dixon and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Pete and Margie Leitsinger, brothers James “Cecil” (Claire), Ralph Sr. (Mary), David Lee Sr. and sister Helen Leitsinger. If one were to describe Louise it would be difficult not to use some or possibly all of the following adjectives, nice, kind, thoughtful, forgiving, sweet and loving. She enjoyed, playing card/board games, gardening, holiday decorating, placing bird houses in tees, travel, shopping, and family. She also had creative artistic abilities as evident by the many beautiful things she made. She will be greatly missed by Mr. Gail, her family and friends. She was a big fan of St. Jude who gave her first heart valve. In lieu of flowers, if you would like to make a donation to St Jude in her remembrance that would be appreciated. Prepared by Ralph Leitsinger.
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.
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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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obituaries 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.
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.
In the News in 2023 5 kids hit by van in crosswalk Eric Jaramishian Staff writer A traffic accident involving a work van striking five children on Pony Express Trail May 31 shook the Pollock Pines community. The Pine Top Montessori School students, between the ages of 3 and 6, were crossing the road at the Oak Street crosswalk with their teacher when the driver of the van failed to stop. The crosswalk is marked on the asphalt but has no signage. Those who were at the scene immediately went to the aid of the injured children while awaiting first responders. The children all were rushed to area hospitals with both major and minor injuries; one required ICU treatment for more than a month before being released. The children suffered broken legs and fractured skulls, among other injuries. They have since returned home and are recovering from their injuries. The driver of the van, 21-year-old Jacob
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Medics and law enforcement converge on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines after the driver of a van ran into five children as they crossed the street May 31. Glen Rose, was not suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of the crash, according to the California Highway Patrol investigation. However, Rose was found to be at fault for driving at unsafe speeds. CHP Officer Andrew Brown said a factor in the crash was distracted driving — Rose was looking at electronic devices inside the van and not looking at the roadway.
Community support was instant. Tens of thousands of dollars were donated through GoFundMe to each child and their families for medical costs and other necessities. CHP held a community meeting at Pinewood Elementary School in Pollock Pines to address the situation — many who attended called for better signage and reduced speed limits in the area. The county
started clearing trees in December for a pedestrian and bicycle safety improvement project expected to begin in spring 2024 along Pony Express Trail between Sly Park Road and Sanders Drive. The El Dorado County Department of Transportation is also expected to examine options in reducing the speed limit on that n See crosswalk, page A5
Bill Ashford
Jan. 30, 1951 – Dec. 17, 2023
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.
funeral notice Lucy Rogers
Lucy Rogers, 94, formerly of El Dorado County, passed away on January 1, 2024. Arrangements are under the care of the Potter Funeral Chapel (208) 365-4491.
CORRECTION The owner of Camino Power Tool was incorrectly identified in the Happy 45th: Camino Power Tool story that ran in the Secrets of Success issue on Dec. 29, 2023. The owner of the store is Bill Snyder.
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Stabbing takes Placerville woman’s life Odin Rasco Staff writer Christina Humlick — called Humlick by friends and family — was found dead as the result of stab wounds at a Placerville home on Prado Vista Court the evening of Oct. 5. El Dorado County sheriff ’s deputies arrived at the scene at 6:34 p.m. and discovered Humlick; shortly afterward, they found her boyfriend, 43-yearold Michael Thompson, at a neighboring home. Thompson had
Tina Humlick sustained severe wounds and was transported to a local hospital, according to El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office Sgt. Kyle
Parker. Access to Prado Vista Court was cut off by yellow crime scene tape well into the night, the area illuminated by flashlights and the glow from the lights atop EDSO vehicles as investigators poured over the scene. Thompson was later arrested on the suspicion that he killed Humlick; he was booked into the El Dorado County Jail in Placerville after his release from the hospital. At his Oct. 12
arraignment in El Dorado County Superior Court Department 2, Thompson entered a not guilty plea. He is set to return to court for preliminary proceedings Jan. 8 at 8:30 a.m. Tina, 36, grew up in South Lake Tahoe and graduated from South Lake Tahoe High School before later moving down the hill and living in Placerville, according to her sister, Heather Humlick. Many who knew Tina shared memories of her, n See Humlick, page A6
Snowpack Continued from A1 and conserve water, rain or shine.” Last year the driest three year-period on record ended with extreme storm events in January and March that caused damage and flooding across the state. These extreme weather events highlight the need for all Californians to prepare for flood risk. DWR is working with tribal, federal, state and local partners to provide flood resources and training to communities across the state.
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banding together. Sheriff Jeff Leikauf even proclaimed a local emergency in the Divide in March due to the heavy snow, sending deputies to the region to conduct welfare checks. Many roads in the Eldorado National Forest’s Georgetown Ranger District were rendered impassable due to storm damage that required extensive cleanup efforts. Waterways weren’t the only things overwhelmed in the storms. A rapid influx of users crashed an emergency alert system announcement regarding the storms sent from EDSO on Jan. 4, 2023, for almost 20 minutes. The storms worked on both sides of the law as they beat down on the county. In one instance, a tree downed Jan. 8, 2023 by the severe weather stopped the vehicle of a man driving along Mother Lode Drive
who EDSO deputies discovered had a warrant out for his arrest. In March, however, it was a law enforcement officer who was subject to a surprise stop when a sinkhole gave way under the vehicle of California Highway Patrol Officer Alex Whitley on Clear Creek Drive in Pollock Pines. The atmospheric river storms brought record-breaking snowfall to the Sierra Nevada. State water managers announced statewide snowpack readings taken April 1 showed 237% of average — tied with 1952 as the most measured since record keeping began. A Department of Water Resources snow survey taken at Phillips Station near Echo Summit April 3 showed 126.5 inches of snow depth — about 10.5 feet — and a snow water equivalent of 54 inches, which is 221% of average for the location in early April.
Though the heavy snow and high snow-water equivalent set a healthy reserve of water and relief to a drought-stricken state, it came at some cost. The heavy snow load caused the roofs of many buildings to buckle, including Apple Mill Storage in Camino, several commercial buildings in Georgetown and an empty automotive shop near the “Y” in South Lake Tahoe. The heavy weather also battered a local landmark, severely damaging the large coastal redwood on Main Street Placerville that has served as the town’s Christmas tree for decades. The Placerville City Council was forced to consider cutting down the tree due to the damage it sustained, but decided to hire an arborist to prune the damaged limbs and keep the tree out of Christmas celebrations for a few years.
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Richard B. Esposito Publisher
Noel Stack Managing Editor
Krysten Kellum Editor
California Matters
Could Gavin Newsom mount a successful presidential campaign?
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t wasn’t the most important political story in California this year, but Gov. Gavin Newsom’s headlong plunge into national — and international — politics was the most interesting. Newsom insists he has “sub-zero DAN WALTERS interest” in running for president and couches his naked effort to create a national image as an effort to jolt his Democratic Party into a more aggressive attitude and help Joe Biden win a second lease on the White House next year. However, his highly orchestrated squabbles with the governors of Texas and Florida, his obvious efforts to peddle himself to national media and his California Gov. much-ballyhooed trip Gavin Newsom is to China are exactly what he would be making a bid for doing if, indeed, he has national political presidential ambitions standing, — either this year if Biden drops out over but could he poor approval ratings, actually mount or in 2028. a successful Newsom’s campaignlike efforts, which campaign for the will probably shift to White House? an even higher gear, make it difficult to take his declared lack of interest in the presidency seriously. It seems highly unlikely that Newsom would simply call it quits and go back to peddling wine after having spent half of his 56 years climbing the political ladder. Just for fun, therefore, let’s assume that Newsom does have Potomac fever and speculate on whether he could emulate Ronald Reagan and run successfully for president after finishing his time in Sacramento. First, he would have to win the Democratic nomination by running the gauntlet of primary elections, which means raising tens of millions of dollars, building a national political campaign apparatus and spending every waking hour hopping from state to state trying to connect with very different voter bases. It’s a process that has humbled countless politicians of both parties, including Vice
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Letters to the Editor Restoring reputations EDITOR: ot only are false accusations practically forever, but sometimes people profit off of them. A new colleague who had been falsely accused but later had the charges dismissed (due to alibi evidence, I believe) is seriously considering legally changing his name. There was a media frenzy and harassment and loss of reputation. He lost his job and hasn’t found another one despite the charges being dismissed, and he’s broke. Every time a person Googles his name, articles come up talking about what he was accused of, showing his mugshot, showing his picture in court over and over again, etc. Not one of the articles that I looked at was updated to show that the charges were dismissed. In fact, I didn’t see any articles mentioning the dismissal whatsoever. And every single one that I looked at had advertisements on the page. So not only did this man endure trial by media and in the court of public opinion, but those media outlets made money off his misery and are still making money off of it. Now I know that we have enshrined freedom of the press in the First Amendment to the Constitution, but none of the freedoms there are absolute. You can’t threaten to murder someone or brandish a weapon at a police officer, for example. So why is the press allowed to profit off of someone’s misery long after they are acquitted or the charges are determined not to have merit? Would it actually violate the First Amendment to require the media to print a prominent update, change the headline or de-index the article once it became known that the charges were without merit? Isn’t what the falsely accused person has already experienced traumatic enough? Print media is out there forever, but surely there is a way to make their false accusation go away on the internet? A Reputation Recovery Act in Congress requiring corrections or de-indexing perhaps? What do you say, Congressman McClintock? Congressman Kiley? DAWN WOLFSON Cameron Park
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political party has its problems and I guess that is the nature of politics. The left in California went too far in restricting the police in minor crimes and the right went way too far in restricting women with health care. There are others examples on both sides but the lines have been drawn way too dark. It seems that Americans are spoiled brats if they don’t get their way: I have to have any and all the guns “I want” or in California it is illegal to eat a frog if it died in competition ... yes, it is a law. What? The point is where did we turn left or right? It seems the right turned so hard to the right that they now worship the golden cow to the point of absurdity. Remember, they had no platform last go around, only what ever the golden cow wanted. There are just way too many lies and laws broken by the golden cow not to question whether to continue worshiping him. I was taught at Sunday school that back in the day believers are not to worship the golden calf. If you have not read JFK’s “Profiles in Courage,” I suggest you do. We now find ourselves with real profound problems. Yes, there is a problem at the border. We have at least two corrupt Supreme Court judges and a former president charged with 91 counts of wrongdoing; does anyone think he won’t be found guilty on at least a few? Which party was strongly against Medicare and Social Security in the beginning? Which benefits all of us in old age? Being 72 years old I won’t have to worry about any of this much longer as my health keeps reminding me. I worry for my grandkids and the world they will inherit if things don’t correct how we interact. Climate change comes to mind. And what level of hate for the opposition will rise to? Things were really bad back in ‘68 but we made it through. My hope is we will make it through once again. But it will take those who have a backbone to stand up to the those who only worry about themselves and not the greater good. It is up to each of us — an old man “just say’n.” KEVIN MURRAY Shingle Springs
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n 1958 the They’re rioting in Tel Kingston Trio Aviv wrote and There’s war in Ukraine recorded “The *** Merry Minuet” as a There’s flooding in description of the times. Florida, They released it a year From torrential rain later at “the Hungry I” *** one of San Francisco’s They love to burn signature “Beat” books there generation clubs. ‘Bout every day This is my twist on *** their classic “woke” But god strike them CHRIS DALEY masterpiece. down if *** They ever say gay These days, been there and being *** here With turmoil in Washington
And strife in the states *** We could just lose our minds Watching B.S. debates *** There’s a mad fool named Kim Jong Un With missiles galore who threatens the whole world with nuclear war *** He starves and abuses his people with glee While deep in the pockets Of Putin and Xi *** At home several states Are now trying to dump
The wannabe dictator Named Donald John Trump *** Lots of our woes are from climate change It’s arid and droughty down home on the range *** The rainforest’s shrinking and quakes in Japan “What nature doesn’t do to us will be done by our fellow man.” With apologies to the Kingston Trio. Happy and joyful New Year. Chris Daley is a biweekly columnist for the Mountain Democrat.
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CRIME LOG The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s logs:
7:09 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 64-year-old man suspected of DUI on El Dorado Hills Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. He was later released.
Dec. 24 9:23 a.m. Grand theft was reported on Larsen Drive in Camino.
11:48 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 29-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia as well as unlawful use of a tear gas weapon on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $85,000 bail.
11:16 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 22-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct on Meder Road in Cameron Park. He was later released.
2:25 p.m. Battery was reported on Hagen Ranch Road. 2:30 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 24-year-old woman suspected of possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia, giving false identification to law enforcement
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7:52 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 29-year-old man suspected of DUI on Cothrin Ranch Road in Latrobe. He was later released.
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During a vigil for Signor those who knew him described how he Dec. 25 was kind, loved the out8:30 a.m. Vandalism was reported doors and “was just really on Pony Express Trail in Camino. sweet.” A former roommate of Signor who spoke to the Mountain Democrat durContinued from A3 ing the vigil said Signor was unemployed, which stretch of Pony Express Trail. “had thrown off his reguThe project is estimated to cost more than $4 lar sleep schedule.” million, and consists of new signage, striping of the An investigation roads and lighted crosswalks located at Forebay ensued that found Signor Road, Sanders Road and the one in front of 50 Grand was holding a firearm Restaurant. The project has been in the planning when he confronted stages for five years, according to DOT staff. deputies at his front Large orange traffic cones could be seen placed door. A multi-agency at the crosswalk in front of 50 Grand Restaurant team consisting of following the incident, as well as a tribute of flowers, The New York Times Syndication SalesAttorney’s Corporation the District signs and stuffed animals. 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release Friday, January 5, 2024 12:02 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 29-year-old man suspected of DUI on Schnell School Road in Placerville. He was later released.
and vandalism on Shingle Springs Drive in Shingle Springs. She was released on $250 bail.
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THOMAS SIGNOR Office, Placerville Police Department and South Lake Tahoe Police Department led the investigation, per EDSO’s critical incident protocol.
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President Kamala Harris, who flamed out rather quickly in 2020, only to have her career extended by Biden. Harris is just one of the likely Democratic hopefuls that Newsom would have to overcome in 2028. Assuming Newsom bucks the odds and wins the nomination, what then? His chances of emerging triumphant would depend on many factors large and small, but the two most important would be the identity of his Republican rival and how well he could market himself to voters in about a half-dozen swing states. Donald Trump won the presidency in 2016 because he captured the electoral votes in some states that Democrats had taken for granted in previous elections. He lost to Joe Biden in 2020 because those states largely rejoined the Democratic column, but the combined margin of Biden’s victory in those states was around 150,000 votes. Newsom occupies a place on the ideological scale to the left of Biden and to the right of Bernie Sanders. For the past year he has quietly drifted rightward in governing California, annoying the progressives who had hoped he would embrace their ambitious agenda to remake California. Opposition researchers would have a field day with Newsom. GOP campaign operatives would use images of a dystopian California — such as homeless encampments and smash-and-grab robberies — to suggest that a President Newsom would infect the rest of the country. It’s already begun, with Republicans gleefully citing new data about increasing homelessness in the state Newsom governs and pointing out that 2024 is the 20th anniversary of Newsom’s pledge, as mayor of San Francisco, to end homelessness in that city in 10 years. Could Newsom overcome all of those hurdles and claim the White House? Perhaps. Trump proved that nothing is impossible. But the odds certainly are against it. Dan Walters is a journalist and author who writes for CALmatters.org, a nonprofit, nonpartisan media venture explaining California policies and politics.
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Travis Smith, left, heads down the courthouse stairs followed by Mark Reichel, Linda Parisi, his father David Smith and Elizabeth Reichel following Judge Vicki Ashworth’s ruling.
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submitted to support the District Attorney’s claim the fire was sparked by gunshots. Travis Shane Smith and his father David Smith were identified as potential suspects early on in the investigation into the cause of the wildfire that burned 221,835 acres, damaged more than 1,000 structures and injured more than 20 people. Eyewitness testimony from two individuals who had been camping near the area of origin for the fire indicated they had seen two men riding in a side-by-side Polaris RZR over a ridge and shortly afterward heard gunshots coming from that direction. Twenty or 30 minutes later, those same two men were seen driving away, stopping momentarily to warn the campers — Robert Bossard and Michael Patrick, also known as “Miner Mike” — that a fire had started, and that they were unable to put it out. Bossard testified at the Smiths’ pretrial he had heard one of the men shush the other and say “don’t say that” when they first mentioned the fire while warning the men. The pair, determined by GPS data and cell phone records to be the Smiths, drove to a spot down the road where they could get cell service, and called 911 to inform first responders that a fire had started. The Smiths explained to 911 dispatchers they had seen a fire break out and had attempted to extinguish it, but it had spread too quickly for them to contain. Mark Reichel, Travis’ attorney, argued the Smith’s conduct proved claims of recklessness were unfounded, as they had tried to do the right thing by warning others and stopping the fire when they spotted it. “It’s often not what the lawyer does in the courtroom at all, it’s what the clients have done before they meet the lawyer,” Reichel told reporters outside the courthouse Dec. 29 after Ashworth had given her ruling. “What we did today was really got justice for them. They did it for themselves before they met their lawyers, OK, but the system worked today.” As wildfire investigators combed over the area of origin for the fire using a meticulous grid-search, multiple copper fragments and other remains of fired ammunition of various calibers were recovered. Investigators also located a discarded pair of ear plugs in a gravel area near where the fire started (though no precise area of ignition was determined by investigators, they did find the general location where the fire began). DNA testing conducted on the ear plugs determined that Travis Smith had worn them. Other pieces of evidence found at the scene, including multiple beverage containers and a cigarette butt, were tested but did not match either of the Smiths’ DNA. The DNA samples that were recovered but did not match the Smiths were not compared against a database, according to testimony from one of the experts who worked at the lab. Though the DA’s Office repeatedly attempted to get Patrick on the stand, they were unable to locate him. A recording of an interview with him in the Tahoe area was a late submission into evidence that was instrumental in Ashworth’s ruling. Though Bossard and Patrick both said they had avoided using campfires or shooting due to drought conditions, Patrick told investigators he heard gunfire in the area days prior to when the Smiths arrived. Patrick’s recollection of gunshots on previous days, paired with evidence of multiple spent rounds from a plethora of different firearms made it clear to Ashworth that shooting was a frequent occurrence in the area. Officer Matthew Swanson, a wildfire investigator with the Forest Service, was subject to multiple calls to the witness stand over the course of the pretrial, which was extended three times to allow time for witness examination and Ashworth’s decision. Swanson testified to how investigators determined
the origin area of the fire, and also explained in detail how they narrowed down the potential cause of the fire to two possible factors. One potential cause, a hot-set or other case of arson was not eliminated as a possibility as there was no evidence to prove otherwise, according to Swanson. However, Swanson explained the Forest Service investigation determined the Caldor Fire started due to a combination of severe drought conditions and a bullet-strike-caused ignition. The basis for Swanson’s findings relied on a 2013 study published by the U.S. Forest Service titled “A study of ignition by rifle bullets” and the findings of a Bureau of Land Management investigation into the cause of a fire in Nevada in July 2016. The lawyers for the defense, Reichel and Linda Parisi, spent much time in cross-examination challenging how applicable the study was due to significant differences in temperature and humidity at the time of the Caldor Fire compared to the controlled conditions used in the experiment. Ultimately, the study ended up working in the defense’s favor due to one sentence that cast significant doubt on the DA’s case: “The process of transition from smoldering incipient ignition to spreading fire may take some time (minutes to days, even weeks).” Taking the long smolder time reported in the study along with Patrick’s account of gunshots in the area days prior, Ashworth determined the evidence presented by the DA could not prove it was the Smiths’ or someone else’s shooting that caused the fire. Additionally, Ashworth turned to the 1982 California decision of People v. Budish, a case similar enough to the Smiths’ to provide context on whether or not their actions met the court’s definition of recklessness. Judge Ashworth concluded 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. Due to her findings, Ashworth ruled the Smiths could not be called to question in trial on any of the firerelated charges that had been brought against them. Celebrating their success on the steps of the courthouse, Reichel and Parisi took a moment to speak to the press, remarking on the burden the firestarting accusations had been on the Smiths. “Unfortunately, just unique circumstances caused them to be charged with one of the most heinous, infamous crimes you could possibly imagine being charged with, while they had to remain in the same community,” Reichel said. “What happened to them is a stain you can probably never bleach out of your reputation. Their life savings went into this. Where do you go to get your reputation back? To get your retirement funds back?” “It’s difficult on both fronts, both within the community and their reputation as well as the financial impact to them,” Parisi added. “It’s traumatizing.” The DA’s Office put out a press release regarding the court’s ruling, reaffirming the evidence presented placing the Smiths at the start of the fire. The release also states the U.S. Forest Service’s findings that a bullet strike was the probable cause of the fire, going on to say the office has no further comment at this time due to charges still pending. Though charges related to the fire have been thrown out, both Smiths still face more time in court, as Ashworth did find sufficient evidence for trial that David possessed a gun silencer and Travis possessed a machine gun. Reichel shared he hopes to have an order put through the court that will throw out the search used as evidence against Travis. The Smiths are scheduled to return to court Feb. 2 for an arraignment.
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horoscope by Holiday Mathis n today ARIES (March 21-April 19). Your role as an advocate and protector will be emphasized. You’ll get behind a loved one’s interests or jump to the rescue in some way. The people in your life will feel lucky to have you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It’s only normal for selfesteem to waver. At its core, it’s a belief, and questioning beliefs from time to time is a wise thing to do. Doubt will whisk through your mind like fast-moving weather, and then you’ll be back to full confidence. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Our brains run on expectation. We’re constantly guessing what’s coming up. Enjoyment will be enhanced or diminished by your projection about what could be. There’s a benefit to getting ahead of it; figure out what people expect going in. CANCER (June 22-July 22). People only say “no judgment” when they are judging and “trust me” when they are not entirely trustworthy. Beware of the words and phrases that point, perhaps not intentionally, but quite actually to their opposite. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). There are times when good enough is good enough. This is not one of them. Before you hit “send,” ask questions to get educated on the difference between “good” and “great.” VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). To avoid overconfidence, you’ll temper your interactions, running them at full force in your mind and then backing it way off in practice, because you can always add more, but you can’t unsay what’s been said. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). You’ll benefit from the
help of a teacher. Perhaps this will be a person who is gifted at the art of conveying information, though it’s important to note that some of the best teachers are obstacles, enemies and mistakes. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). When it comes to investing, you have many options including your heart, time, money, effort, hopes and more. You can’t go all-in with everything. Choose one or two and go incrementally, testing the waters to see what happens. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You would use every last one of the 1,440 minutes of this day to make life better for those you love if you could. Give more of those minutes to your own self-care, as those minutes are what make all other service possible. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You’ll consider what people are getting out of their interactions with you and see ways to adjust to create a mutual advantage. How people feel when they are with you is not the whole relationship, but it’s a huge part. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). The most powerful forces, like wind, gravity and love, are invisible. We identify them by the effects they have on objects and people, by what they change and how. You’ll act in secret and align with the great forces. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Feelings are fickle. They run when chased; when grabbed at, they fly. Feelings will come and go as they please. You can work to conjure them, but they will decide on their own whether your efforts warrant their company.
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KNOW Now 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 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. 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 crockerart.org.
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The North American Tour of “Jesus Christ Superstar” comes to Folsom this month for several performances.
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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.
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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.
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OLSOM — Harris Center for the Arts presents the 50th anniversary Tour of Jesus Christ Superstar, performing five times Jan. 10-13. Celebrating its 50th anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon returns to the stage. Originally staged by London’s Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre and helmed by the acclaimed director Timothy Sheader (“Crazy for You,” “Into the Woods”) and cutting-edge choreographer Drew McOnie (“King Kong,” “Strictly Ballroom”), this production won the 2017 Olivier Award for Best Musical Revival garnering unprecedented reviews and accolades. Appealing to both theater audiences and concert music fans, this production pays tribute to the historical 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring. With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony winners Tim
The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael hosts Second Chances, an annual member art exhibition, through Jan. 27. For more information visit sacfinearts.org. 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. Women’s Fund El Dorado’s Wickline Scholarship applications are now available. Candidates must reside n See know, page B4
The rock musical follows the relationship between Judas (Elvie Ellis), left, and Jesus (Jack Hopewell) during Jesus’ final days. Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, “Jesus Christ Superstar” is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting
the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes “I Don’t Know How to Love Him,” “Gethsemane” and “Superstar.” Jack Hopewell stars as Jesus, joined by Elvie Ellis as Judas and Faith
Jones as Mary. The tour also welcomes Grant Hodges as Caiphas, Nicholas Hambruch as Pilate and Kodiak Thompson as Annas. Performances are scheduled at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday plus a 2 p.m.
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ye me hearties, what favor is this that pirates should arrive at the Shakespeare Club? Indeed, the Captain has commanded your presence — and your best pirate dress is welcome — to solve a murder aboard the brigantine ship Bilge Rat.” The Placerville Shakespeare Club invites guests to join members Saturday, Jan. 13, for a murder mystery luncheon performed by the Interactive Entertainment Murder Mystery Players. The performance is directed by Orlando Wilkerson & Kathy Drew. At 11 a.m. doors open for socializing, merriment and a tempting silent auction. The mystery event will begin at noon. The Placerville Shakespeare Club was established in May 1897 and continues to be a gathering place for women in the community. The philanthropic organization gives back to the community and its members in many ways. The Shakespeare Club is located at 2940 Bedford Ave., Placerville. Tickets are $35 per person and paid reservations must be made in advance by calling (530) 626-7626. Costumes are encouraged.
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OLSOM — Harris Center for the Arts presents a magical performance to kick off 2024: Masters of Illusion on Sunday, Jan. 7. Only the best, most unique, amusing, astounding and amazing performers have been chosen to perform. Master of Illusion is a huge stage phenomenon born from the multi-award-winning television series “Masters of Illusion,” which completed its eighth season on the CW in 2021-22. Masters of Illusion has performed live in front of tens of thousands of people around the U.S. for the past seven years and been seen by more than 100 million viewers on the CW network, as well as in 126 countries around the world. Masters of Illusion recently performed in the heart of the Las Vegas strip for a limited engagement at Bally’s in a brandnew show for the whole family. Starring the world’s greatest award-winning magicians, this 21st century magic show is unlike anything audiences have seen before — filled with modern illusions and arts of deception, performed live on stage. Audiences will be held at the edge of their seats by the jaw-dropping grand illusions and laugh out loud at the hysterical comedy magic as performers from
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Jan. 5 On The Road to The Golden Road featuring Blu Egyptian will perform 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. John McCutcheon will perform at The Sofia in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org. Fast Times 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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before visiting at ucanr.edu/sites/EDC_Master_Gardeners/ Demonstration_Garden. Parking permits required, purchase a $2 permit at any kiosk. 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. Shadow Ranch Vineyard in the Fair Play area hosts a wine and food pairing Jan. 6 & 7. Reservations required. Visit shadowranch. com. The Mellow Souls will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/livemusic. 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.
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.
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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 one-hour 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
Sunset Sedation will perform at 3 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/livemusic.
The Placerville Elks Lodge hosts a day of Bingo, 1-4 p.m. For more information email Barbara Dockter at secretary1712@gmail. com. 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.
Sacramento Contemporary Dance Theatre presents Choreographer’s Initiative at The Sofia in Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
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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. B Street Theatre presents “Rescue Me,” Jan. 10 through Feb. 18. For tickets and more information call (916) 443-5300 or visit bstreettheatre.org.
Jan. 11 Drew Butts will perform at 6 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
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. n See know, page B5
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Later Days (Mother Hips tribute) will perform at 8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com.
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.
American Mile will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.
Sutter Street Theatre presents Old Time Radio, classic radio programs and music from the ‘40s and ‘50s performed live and in costume. For tickets and more information call (916) 3531001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.
Jan. 13 Toogood Estate in the Fair Play area hosts its Sips & Soups series Jan. 13 & 14, chicken and wild rice; Jan. 20 & 21, clam chowder; Jan. 27 & 28, beef pot roast with vegetables. Soup served 11 a.m. No reservations required.
Sutter Creek Theatre presents Tom Rigney and Flambeau at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre.com. Kirk Basquez Band will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. For more information visit redhawkcasino.com.
Garcia & Medina will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information
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Nostalgia Continued from B2 Festival and Prairie Home Companion, these modern day vaudevillians capture a sound and moment in time that consistently delights fun loving music fans everywhere they perform. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the show begins at 7 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre, 44 Main St. in Sutter Creek. Open seating, beer and wine are available. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheatre. com.
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EVADA CITY — The award-winning Nevada City Film Festival has announced that submissions are now open. Applicants who live in Nevada, Placer, El Dorado, Sacramento, Sierra, Butte Sutter or Yuba counties can submit for free. The 24th annual NCFF kicks off June 1-23. Since 2001 NCFF has brought top independent film, music and comedy, along with attracting thousands of attendees, international filmmakers, and industry guests to Nevada City. NCFF is often referred to as the “Sundance of the Sierra” for its emphasis on fiercely independent cinema that showcases innovative, progressive and exciting new voices in film. The festival focuses on shorts and short filmmakers, with features peppered throughout. “Our roots are in supporting first time and mid level filmmakers,” said NCFF Executive Director Jesse Locks. “Festival goers know and have come to expect that they’re discovering some of tomorrow’s brightest stars in independent filmmaking,” NCFF is known for recognizing and supporting new talent, including independent filmmakers such as Jonathan Krisel (“Portlandia,” “Baskets”), Jason Sussberg (“Bill Nye: Science Guy”), Patrick Brice (“Corporate Animals,” “The Overnight”), Greg Finton
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El Dorado County filmmakers can submit their work to the Nevada City Film Festival for free. The festival takes place in June.
(“Dazed & Confused,” “The World According to Dick Cheney”), Augustine Frizzell (“Never Goin’ Back”), David Zellner (“Damsel,” “Kumiko,” “The Treasure Hunter”), Christina Choe (“Nancy”), Blackhorse Lowe (“Reservation Dogs,” “Fukry”) and animator and performance artist Miwa Matryek, among others. In previous years NCFF has hosted filmmakers such as Jonathan Dayton & Valerie Faris (“Little Miss Sunshine,” “Ruby Sparks”), Mike Mills,
Terry Zwigoff, Tim Heidecker and Eric Wareheim (Cartoon Network’s “Tim & Eric Awesome Show, Great Job!”), Bill Nye (the Science Guy) and comedians including Beth Stelling, John Early, Kate Berlant, Maria Bamford, Tig Notaro, Nick Kroll, Natasha Leggero, Eric Andre, Kyle Kinane and Marc Maron. “This festival did not disappoint; the accommodations were incredible and the hosts were wonderful people. Every day was full of
Public Notices SUMMONS CASE NO. 23CV01965 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: ELEGANT RENOVATIONS, INC., RAYMOND BARTLEY, TEANNA BARTLEY, and DOES 1 - 50 inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLANTIFF: NORCAL LUMBER COMPANY, INC., a California Corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: BUTTE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 1775 Concord Avenue Chico, CA 95928 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: ALFONSO L. POIRÉ 149185 REYNOLDS LAW, LLP 1411 Oliver Road, Suite 300 Fairfield, CA 94534-3425 (707) 425-1255 DATE: 7/19/2023 Sharif Elmallah Clerk, by /s/ V. Strang, Deputy 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12541 SUMMONS CASE NO. 23CV01958 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: ELEGANT RENOVATIONS, INC., TERRI BROWN, and DOES 1 - 50 YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLANTIFF: NORCAL LUMBER COMPANY, INC., a California Corporation NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-
Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: BUTTE COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 1775 Concord Avenue Chico, CA 95928 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: ALFONSO L. POIRÉ 149185 REYNOLDS LAW, LLP 1411 Oliver Road, Suite 300 Fairfield, CA 94534-3425 (707) 425-1255 DATE: 7/19/2023 Sharif Elmallah Clerk, by /s/ _______, Deputy 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12542 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1177 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE CARTUNES BAND, located at 4170 Maverick Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): Daniel L Morris, 4170 Maverick Rd, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/30/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Daniel Morris DANIEL MORRIS 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
rich, thoughtful programming — was proud to have my film included in such an eclectic lineup. Would love to return,” shared Frank Mosley, director of the award-winning short film “Good Condition.” In 2023 NCFF was named One of the 25 Coolest Film Festivals by Moviemaker Magazine and voted the No. 9 film festival in the USA by 10Best USA Today. In 2022 NCFF was named for the third time by Moviemaker Magazine as one of the top 50 film festivals in the world
worth the submission fee for filmmakers. Each year 500-700 films are submitted from around the world. Program directors and a new local volunteer program committee help to narrow these films down to the 80 shown at the festival. Each year the festival gives out $10,000 in cash awards. To submit or for more information go to filmfreeway. com/NevadaCityFilmFestival or nevadacityfilmfestival.com/ festival/submit.
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OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12568 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1108 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VETERAN CARE GROUP, located at 4689 Rivendale Rd, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 308 N. Curry St., Ste 2, Carson City, NEVADA 89703 Registered owner(s): Veteran Holistic Group, 4689 Rivendale Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA 4271479 The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Aaron Augustis AARON AUGUSTIS, 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 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12569 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV2145 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Robert William Boartfield, II filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ROBERT WILLIAM BOARTFIELD, II Proposed name: ROBERT WILLIAM HUMPHREY 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: FEBRUARY 2, 2024, 8:35 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL
DORADO, 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on DECEMBER 8, 2023. /s/ Gary Slossberg GARY SLOSSBERG, Judge of the Superior Court 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12570 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1166 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AMANDAS GROOMING, located at 27 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667/ Mailing Address: 4730 Oak Hill Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Amanda J. Hingston, 4730 Oak Hill 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: 12/05/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Amanda Hingston AMANDA HINGSTON, 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 12/05/2023. 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12579 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV1948 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: Stacey Sams filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ROBERT ARTHUR PECK III Proposed name: RYAN JOSEPH SAMS 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and
must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: JANUARY 29, 2024, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on NOVEMBER 9, 2023. /s/ Gary Slossberg GARY SLOSSBERG, Judge of the Superior Court 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12582 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1182 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: STUDENT SUPPLY, located at 3374 Monier Circle Unit #1, Rancho Cordova, CA 96742/ Mailing Address: 612 Lida Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Segura International Service Group, 612 Lida Court, 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: 07/16/2019 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Anthony Segura ANTHONY SEGURA, OFFICER 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12583 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1140 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: VACAY Candles and Melts, located at 3285 Texas Hill Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): 1. Daran G Dammeyer, 3285 Texas Hill Rd, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Jennifer A Dammeyer, 3285 Texas Hill Rd, 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: 10/01/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Daran G Dammeyer DARAN G DAMMEYER 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12584 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FILE NO. FB2023-1181 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE RED CHAIR, located at 621 Placerville Dr, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: PO Box 1723, Placerville, CALIFORNIA 95667 Registered owner(s): Victoria A Mott, 2120 Fall Trail Ct, 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: 12/07/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Victoria A Mott VICTORIA A MOTT 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 Legal notice continued on the next page
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Public Notices 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12585 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1183 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: M&A FINANCIAl SERVICES, located at 4601 Post St, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762/Mailing Address: PO Box 2167, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Donna M Cirelli, 4601 Post St, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762, 2. Chares A Muller, 4601 Post St, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/10/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Donna Cirelli DONNA CIRELLI, GENERAL PARTNER 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12587 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1187 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. SWEET PAIRING BAKERY, 2. GRACIE’S COFFEE & BAKESHOP, located at 681 Main Street Suite L3, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Gracie’s Coffee & Bakeshop LLC, 681 Main Street Suite L3, 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: 12/11/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Cindy Wysocki CINDY WYSOCKI, MANAGER 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 12/12/2023. 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) 12/15, 12/22, 12/29/23, 1/5/24 12588 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1216 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: AIRPORT PET ClINIC, located at 2995 Alhambra Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): APCDVM2023INC, 2995 Alhambra Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 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: 12/20/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Diljit Kamboj DILJIT KAMBOJ, 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 12/20/2023. 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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12613 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1217 The following person(s) is/ are doing business as: IGNITE PERFORMANCE, located at 2840 Royal Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): 1. Robert J. Windel, 2840 Royal Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682 This business is conducted by An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 12/20/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Robert Windel ROBERT WINDEL 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 12/21/2023. 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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12616 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1219 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BRIDGEVIEW INVESTIGATIONS, located at 4980 Golden Hills Parkway 38, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): James A. O’Connell, 4980 Golden Hills Parkway 38, 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: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ James O’Connell JAMES O’CONNELL 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 12/21/2023. 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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12618 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1225 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RT CARE SOlUTION, located at 5252 Gilmore Rd., Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Registered owner(s): Rhea Tenorio, 5252 Gilmore Rd, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 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/ Rhea Tenorio RHEA TENORIO 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 12/22/2023. 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
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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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12619 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1224 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE BlACK AND WHITE BUDGET, located at 3111 Stanford Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Aimee M Currie, 3111 Stanford Lane, 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: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Aimee M Currie AIMEE M CURRIE, 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 12/21/2023. 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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12620 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1127 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GOT WOOD BY TOM, located at 4950 Del Haven Rd., Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: LegalZoom.com, Inc. 101 N. Brand Blvd., 11th Floor, Glendale, CA 91203 Registered owner(s): Tom Osman, 4950 Del Haven 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: 01/17/2019 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Tom Osman TOM OSMAN 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) 12/29/23,1/5,1/12, 1/19/24 12621 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1150 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ATHl, located at 1097 Cambria Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Amanda T Luong, 1097 Cambria 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: 11/15/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Amanda Luong AMANDA LUONG 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 11/29/2023. 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) 12/29/23, 1/5, 1/12, 1/19/24 12622 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 23CV2147 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner: SHANA LARAY KENDRICK filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: SHANA LARAY KENDRICK Proposed name: SHAYNA LARAY KENDRICK 2. THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: FEBRUARY 2, 2024, 8:30 A.M. DEPT. 9 AT SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF EL DORADO, 3321 Cameron Park Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682. 3. A copy of the ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Mountain Democrat. This order has been filed on DECEMBER 8, 2023. /s/ Gary Slossberg GARY SLOSSBERG, Judge of the Superior Court 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12632 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1234 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. PROSPECTOR REAlTY, 2. TAX RElATED SERVICES, located at 515 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: PO Box 1148, Pollock Pines, CA 95726 Registered owner(s): 1. Richard Mason, 515 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667, 2. Joyce Mason, 515 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ Richard Mason RICHARD MASON, GENERAL PARTNER 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 12/29/2023. 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) 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12633 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1200 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: KlINE’S BAGEl WORKS, located at 541 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Haley Renee Kline, 1241 Cedar Oak 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: 12/12/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Haley Kline HALEY KLINE 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) 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12634 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1235 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: JAT MANAGEMENT, located at 8050 Anastasia Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Tyler B Martin, 8050 Anastasia 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: 07/10/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Tyler Martin TYLER MARTIN 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 12/29/2023. 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) 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12635 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2024-0006 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TREE SERVICE CENTRAl, located at 940 Bliss Ct., Placerville, CA 95667/Mailing Address: 3385 Bass Lake Rd. Ste 140 #1008, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: Carter Kash, 3385 Bass Lake Rd. Ste 140 #1008, 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: 01/01/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Carter Kash CARTER KASH 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 01/02/2024 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) 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12636 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2024-0002 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: MUllER & ASSOCIATES, located at 4601 Post Street, Shingle Springs, CA 95682/ Mailing Address: PO Box 2167, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registrant’s Name & Mailing Address: 1. Donna Cirelli, PO Box 2167, Shingle Springs, CA 95682, 2. Charles Muller, PO Box 2167, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 1/2/2024 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Donna Cirelli DONNA CIRELLI 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 01/02/2024 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) 1/5, 1/12, 1/19, 1/26 12637 NOTICE OF PUBlIC AUCTION Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space’s lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. Facility 1: 4501 Latrobe Rd El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 on 1/24/2024 at 10:00 am Cindy Cochran Rose Elias Abdul qureshi Tamara Andersen Alison bernardo Alison bernardo Shahara Sword Richard Mercadel Danielle Galyean The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures. com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property 1/5 12638 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JIMMY R. FOX CASE NO. 23PR0259 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: Jimmy R. Fox A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Teresa Nelson in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Teresa Nelson 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 with full authority . (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 on 03/11/2024 at 8:30 AM in Dept. 9 located 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 (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: Barbara Pretlove SBN 289488 155 E. Main Ave., Ste. 170 Morgan Hill, CA 95037, Telephone: (408) 850-6402 1/5, 1/8, 1/12/24 CNS-3770291# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 1/5, 1/8, 1/12 12639 REQUEST FOR PROPOSAlS #05-2023 FOR PROFESSIONAl SERVICES TO THE El DORADO RESOURCE CONSERVATION DISTRICT PROJECT TITLE: “City of Placerville Community Wildfire Resiliency Strategy” INTRODUCTION The RCD is seeking proposals from qualified and experienced consultants to provide all labor, materials and equipment necessary to carry out the City of Placerville Community Wildfire Resiliency Strategy (Project). The Request for Proposals furnishes proposers’ information to decide whether or not to further investigate the project. All interested and qualified firms are invited to submit a proposal in accordance with the terms and conditions stated in this Request for Proposals which can be accessed at the RCD website (www.eldoradorcd. org). CONTACT: Mark Egbert District Manager El Dorado Resource Conservation District 100 Forni Road, Suite A Placerville, CA 95667 Mark.Egbert@ca.usda.gov (cell) 530-957-3472 1/5, 1/8, 1/10 12641
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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Animals on the verge of extinction freely roam at the Sacramento Zoo’s UNEXTINCT experience.
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50th Anniversary Tour
Jesus Christ Superstar
Johnny Cash: The Official Concert Experience
JANUARY 10-13, 2024
JANUARY 18-19, 2024
Celebrating its 50th Anniversary, a new mesmerizing production of the iconic musical phenomenon, paying tribute to the historic 1971 Billboard Album of the Year while creating a modern, theatrical world that is uniquely fresh and inspiring.
With video of the “Man in Black” projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers accompany him in perfect sync as he performs some of his biggest hits, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire,” and more.
he Sacramento Zoo continues to offer UNEXTINCT, an immersive nighttime experience blending nature and technology. Visitors will take a journey through an incredible world of colorful illusions and extraordinary wildlife. Where creatures long extinct and those on the edge of extinction still roam. UNEXTINCT is the first of its kind — bringing more than 40 extinct and threatened species back to life using state-of-the-art technology to illuminate the senses for an immersive digital nighttime experience like none other. The experience runs 5:30-9:30 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays through March 9 at the zoo. It takes 45-60 minutes to walk through the 11 scenes.
Upcoming special nights • Adults Only Nights (Jan. 14 and Feb. 18): Enjoy a serene and immersive experience on select
Step Afrika! JANUARY 21, 2024
Classic Albums Live: Sticky Fingers JANUARY 28, 2024
Blending percussive dance styles practiced by historically African American fraternities and sororities, traditional West and Southern African dances, and an array of contemporary dance and art forms into a compelling, artistic experience.
Classic Albums Live takes the greatest albums and recreates them live on stage – note for note, cut for cut. This special concert event features the Rolling Stones’ Sticky Fingers album, including “Brown Sugar,” “Wild Horses,” and more.
Jim Brickman: Hits Live! In Concert
Marshall Charloff & Purple Experience
FEBRUARY 6, 2024
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Brickman has amassed 27 Top 40 singles on the adult contemporary charts, including 14 Top Ten smashes. This uplifting concert features his music and stories, including his hit songs “Love of My Life,” “Angel Eyes,” and of course, “Valentine.”
Officially licensed by the Prince Estate, the most celebrated tribute to Prince in the world, delivers his music on the highest level, played live and untracked, while paying respectful visual homage through costuming and likeness.
Tickets available online or call the box office: HarrisCenter.net (916) 608-6888
evenings tailored exclusively for adults. It’s the perfect opportunity for a unique date night or a tranquil escape. Must be 21 years or older. • College Weekend (Feb. 1-3): Calling all students! Attend on designated college nights and don’t forget to wear your college gear! Must be 18 years or older. • Kings Fans Nights (Feb. 8-10): For all you Sacramento Kings fans out there, we’ve planned some exciting evenings just for you. Immerse yourself in UNEXTINCT and celebrate your love for the Kings. The Sacramento Zoo is located at 3930 West Land Park Drive in Sacramento. Nearly 400 native, rare and endangered animals call the zoo home, representing more than 120 unique species. The zoo hosts many special events and educational programs throughout the year and is currently in fundraising mode for a new zoo in Elk Grove. For tickets and more information about UNEXTINCT visit unextinctlive.com. For more information about the zoo visit saczoo. org.