Mountain Democrat, Monday, January 23, 2023

White ousted

Eric Jaramishian Staff writer

Todd White is now out as District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo’s assistant.

The decision came during an El Dorado County Board of Supervisors meeting Jan. 17, where supes voted 4-1 in closed session to remove White from his position. Turnboo cast the only “no” vote.

While county spokeswoman Carla Hass noted county officials cannot comment on personnel matters, White, who is also chairman of the El Dorado County Republican Party Central Committee, maintains the action was politically motivated. He told the Mountain Democrat his employment became jeopardized after flyers were sent out by the El Dorado County Republican Party in opposition of the county’s proposed homeless navigation center/shelter. White claims he was told by a high ranking county official Aug. 23, 2022, that the Board of Supervisors had discussed terminating his employment. Minutes

supervisor on Eldorado

Mountain Democrat staff

Joe Stout is the new Eldorado National Forest supervisor. His first day on the job was Jan. 17.

Based in Sacramento, Stout has served as the associate state director for the Bureau of Land Management in California since May 2015. Stout replaces Jeff Marsolais, who accepted an associate deputy chief position in Washington, DC.

“I am excited to take on this new leadership role with the Eldorado National Forest and look forward to actively engaging with our staff, partners, organizations and local communities in the shared stewardship of the forest,” Stout states in an Eldorado National Forest news release. His leadership experience includes serving as acting BLM California state director from fall 2018 to early 2020.

Prior to coming to California Stout spent six years in BLM’s Washington Office as the acting chief of staff for the Director’s Office, chief of the Decision

Support, Planning and National Environmental Policy Act Division and as a legislative affairs specialist. He also worked in Colorado as the acting associate state director, state office planning and NEPA coordinator and acting assistant field manager in the Kremmling Field Office.

As forest supervisor, Stout will lead a team that oversees four ranger districts and manages programs in natural resources, fire and aviation management, public services and engineering.

The Eldorado National Forest includes more than 600,000 acres within major watersheds of the American, Consumnes and Mokelumne rivers. These lands provide many ecological, economic and recreational benefits.

Stout holds a master’s degree in public administration (environmental policy, management and law) from the University of Colorado in Denver. His undergraduate work was in sociology and environmental studies at the State University of New York at Fredonia.

Along with his wife and two boys, Stout loves spending time in the outdoors, including backpacking, fly fishing and skiing.

The long haul

EDH resident fighting COVID complications

Sel Richard Staff writer

“Within a couple of hours, I couldn’t breathe and we rushed to the ER,” recounts El Dorado Hills resident Rich Downing. “My chest hurt like crazy. It was like an elephant was sitting on me.”

Downing, owner of Window Screen Solutions & More, has been installing screens in the area for 25 years. Formerly from Pleasanton, he and his wife Gina visited close friends for dinner one evening. They were so enamored with El Dorado Hills, they bought a house in the same neighborhood the very next day. An active member

of the community, Downing has volunteered at the EDH Chamber of Commerce for 17 years, winning Ambassador of the Year multiple times. Then, in November 2020, Downing’s life turned upside down.

After contracting COVID19 a week after his wife came down with the virus, his initial symptoms were nothing serious. But within days, he developed what is now known as COVID lung. Downing’s lung nodes had swelled to a degree that it made it impossible for him to cough anything up and clear his lungs. That was the beginning of Downing’s journey into what has become an unusually severe case study for long-haul COVID.

“I was taking three breaths for every normal breath,” he said. Hooked up to an IV for hydration and pain, his condition worsened with ulcerations on his tongue.

“If I ate anything other than water, my tongue felt like it was on fire and at that time I would physically cry,” he said, describing lacerations so deep, they penetrated almost his whole tongue.

In addition, Downing’s shortand long-term memory were deteriorating. “I don’t remember much of my childhood,” he said, describing old photos of his family in which he does not recognize himself. “We

MoRe fun

Joe Stout

Mountain Democrat photo by Sel Richard

Long-haul CoVID has caused many struggles in el Dorado Hills resident Rich Downing’s life but he remains optimistic thanks to excellent care he has received at home and in medical offices.

Dapper gents Nello olivo aka the Grapefather, left, and Lee Holifield, left photo, take a break from pouring wine at MoRe’s event. Dozens of local wineries and restaurants participated in the Jan. 14 fundraiser. MoRe artist Randy R., right photo, works on a new piece while attendees check out finished art on the gallery wall.

MoRe executive Director Susie Davies, surrounded by live auction items, speaks at the Art and Wine with Something MoRe event that returned to the el Dorado County Fairgrounds this year for the first time since the pandemic. the auction brought in tens of thousands of dollars for the nonprofit. the auction highlight — three in-home dinners for eight each offered by local community-minded chef John Sanders. they went for $6,000 a piece.

Mountain Democrat photos by Noel Stack

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Barton Tecumseh Bawden

June 1, 1925 – Nov. 9, 2022

Betty Joan Knapp

Bawden

Jan. 25, 1930 – Nov. 20, 2022

Barton Tecumseh Bawden, 97, passed away on November 9, 2022, and Betty Joan Knapp Bawden, 92, passed away on November 20, 2022, in their home in El Dorado, Ca.

Bart was born to Dr. Arthur Talbot Bawden and Elizabeth Cooper Bawden in Ottawa, Kansas on June 1, 1925.

Most of his childhood years were spent in Stockton, California, except for a few years when his family lived in China, where his parents were missionaries.

After High School Bart joined the United States Navy. He was set for deployment, however the war ended just prior to his ship’s departure date. After leaving the Navy, Bart moved to Granville, Ohio, to attend Denison University, where he met his beloved wife, Betty Joan Knapp in the late 1940’s. Four generations of both their families had attended Denison, which Bart and Betty were very proud of.

Betty was born in Zanesville, Ohio, to Judge J. Lincoln Knapp and Laura ‘Larry’ Richardson Knapp on January 25, 1930. As a child, Betty was in Girl Scouts where she received several honor pins and awards.

She continued into other various groups and clubs in high school and college, and maintained her honor roll status through her time at Denison.

In 1950, Bart graduated from Denison University as a chemistry major and moved back to Stockton where he got a job as a chemist at the Diamond Lime Company in Diamond Springs. Bart would go to El Dorado’s, now Poor Red’s restaurant, where he would write love letters to Betty.

Bart moved back to Ohio when Betty was starting her senior year at Denison, and they became engaged.

They were wed at the Forest Avenue Presbyterian Church in Zanesville on February 3, 1951, in a beautiful ceremony attended by family and friends. After Betty graduated from Denison in June of 1951, she and Bart lived in several states for four years, while Bart worked for American Cyanamid. They both loved California’s beauty, so Bart took a position with Pittsburgh Coke and Chemical Company and they moved to San Mateo, California. There they expanded their family, welcoming their son, David Talbot Bawden, in 1960, and two years later, their daughter, Joan Elizabeth Bawden. Bart became a pilot and bought an airplane. He loved to fly his family to Cameron Park for weekend getaways.

Around 1975, the Bawdens moved to Pittsburgh and then to Houston, Texas, where they lived for the next 15 years. Betty began to work after her children were grown and took a management position at a toy store. After Bart’s retirement in 1990, they moved back to California, to a beautiful mountain view home in El Dorado, where they shared their last years. They would enjoy entertaining guests on their deck, and Betty was known for her beautiful, decorated dinner tables. Before dinner, it was a commonplace for Bart to enjoy a “Manhattan.”

Bart and Betty were very active in the Federated Church. Bart also collected antique cars and radios. Betty and Bart were members of the Model T Club and The Lincoln Continental Owners Club where they would tour their antique cars in car shows and parades, often dressed in the era of the vehicles. Bart was most fond of his 1947 Lincoln Continental convertible, which had been previously owned by Dr. Sam Sheppard, a notorious figure in the 1950s.

Betty had a love of the theatre, attending many performances during her lifetime, and kept mementos of such shows as “South Pacific” and “Guys and Dolls.” Both Betty and Bart had a love for genealogy.

They captured most of their memories, homes, and adventures from one of Bart’s cameras. It was not uncommon to see Bart with one of his many cameras around his neck ready to take the next photograph. Betty was very active in women’s work for the church, and was a wonderful seamstress. Her grandchildren and great-grandchildren wore dresses lovingly made by their Nana.

Bart and Betty were preceded in death by Bart’s parents, Dr. Arthur Bawden and Elizabeth Bawden, Betty’s parents, Judge J. Lincoln Knapp and Laura R. Knapp, and their son-in-law, Jack McCollister. They are survived by their children, David Bawden (Lori) of Porter, TX, and Joan Bawden McCollister of Angleton, TX, Betty’s brother, Charles L. Knapp (Lex) of San Francisco, CA, grandchildren Kristi Flanigan, Amy (Robert) Gomez of Conroe, TX, Francis (Stephen) of West Columbia, TX, Jacob (Sarah) Noack of Auburn, IN, Rachel (Johnny) Collard, Eric Bawden and Zachary Bawden of Porter, TX, great-grandchildren Christopher (Paige), Hunter, Aubrey, Miguel, Junior, Taylor, Macee, Alyssa, Kaidynne, Bethany and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

A memorial service will be held for Bart and Betty on February 11, 2023 at 2:00 pm at the Federated Church, Placerville

Irene Goleski

July 16, 1939 – Jan. 1, 2023

Irene was born in Erie, PA but raised in San Francisco, attending high school and college there. She had lived in El Dorado County for 26 years. For more than 25 years she worked in general banking at the former Crocker Bank and in Human Resources at Wells Fargo Bank, both in San Francisco.

She is survived by Charlotte Higgins, her wife/life partner of almost 50 years; her sister Pam Arends; brother Jack Cook; nieces Venessa Scott, Tanya Cook-Riley, and Sonja Solorio; and nephew Aron Arends.

Irene was an avid world traveler, successful entrepreneur, fisherman and a beloved friend and a mentor to many young women and men. She was a devoted fan of the San Francisco 49ers and Giants.

There will be a memorial service Saturday February 4 at 11 a.m. at Federated Church, 1031 Thompson Way, Placerville, CA. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation directly to Snowline Hospice or the Parkinson’s Foundation.

Ruthie M Loeffelbein

Dec. 7, 1943 – Dec. 18, 2022

Ruth Marie Rumbolz was born on Dec. 7, 1943 in the hospital across the street from her family’s home in Delano, Calif. She loved to climb their big backyard mulberry tree which her father pruned. She attended local schools, graduating from Delano High School in 1961.

Ruthie went to UOP where she made a group of lifelong college friends and reconnected with her childhood friend Dori, including a semester of student teaching in Durango, Mexico. After receiving her 1965 BA in Education, she taught 6th grade at Birch Lane School in Davis for 2 years, making more lifelong friends.

Ruthie married a young pharmacist, Charles “Derf” Loe elbein, at Delano Methodist Church on Dec. 17, 1966. They honeymooned at South Rim Grand Canyon, and lived in various rentals before finally buying a house in Sacramento, where Derf was employed at Mercy General Hospital. While pregnant with their first child, she attended library courses at Sacramento State. They were going to have two children and adopt a third, but the adoption didn’t work out.

Ruthie & Derf built several houses as ownerbuilders, including their first house in Shingle Springs, circa 1971, while living on-site in a 10x50 ft trailer. In 1978, they built their first passive solar home on 10 acres in north Shingle Springs, while living with their 2 kids & 2 dogs in a 10 or 12 ft travel trailer. They also helped build Derf’s parents’ house, a straw-bale house with their daughter in Oregon, and their own straw-bale house in Placerville.

Ruthie took her family on many wonderful camping trips throughout the west with friends, and went on many family whitewater rafting trips, being shuttle driver countless times between put-in and take-out. Later, Ruthie traveled extensively with Derf by train.

Ruthie enjoyed living lightly on the earth, shopping at second-hand stores and other small local businesses, buying organic and local, and gradually becoming vegetarian, then vegan. She got her first electric car in 1992, and took the train for long distances instead of flying or driving.

Ruthie worked briefly for the Post O ce, and teaching adults to read; she served for a few years on the County Civil Service Commission.

Ruthie was active with many community organizations in El Dorado County, including the Women’s Center; environmental groups like EPIC, Friends of the River, Green Party, Earth Day; Federated Church, the Peace Community, Round Table on Human Rights, PFLAG, and forming the Placerville Food Co-op. Ruthie loved to sing with others, and sang for many years with the People’s Freedom Choir. She was an avid reader, and appreciator of people, colors, and textures in the world around her. She said, “I believe in life, and I believe in love.”

She is survived by her husband Derf and sister Roberta in Placerville, her son Dan in Stockton, her daughter Greta in Oregon, and many extended family members and friends. She is, and will be, missed.

Gifts in Ruthie’s memory may be made to Snowline Hospice, or to The Center For ViolenceFree Relationships [thecenternow.org]. A celebration of her life will be held on Feb. 18 at 1 pm at the Corker Building at the Fairgrounds. Please RSVP to gloe @riseup.net

Richard “Dick” Y. Kerr

Jun. 21, 1931 – Dec. 20, 2022

Dick was born in Brooklyn, N.Y., the son of Baptist minister Howard Kerr and Mary Kerr.

He attended Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn., and then enlisted in the US Navy. Rising to Lt. Commander rank, he served actively for eight years and then settled in California as a reservist for a total of 20 years with his first wife, Lesta.

After the Navy, Dick became a schoolteacher, then a high school counselor, with Concord’s Mt. Diablo Unified School District, and finally retired in 1992 as vice principal of its Adult Education division. After he and Lesta divorced, he met and married Betsy Ehlers, a Special Education teacher in the school district.

Upon retirement, they moved to Placerville and found property with a renovated studio in order to care for Betsy’s first husband, Jack, who had developed dementia and bipolar disorder. Jack died in 2003.

Dick and Betsy were active with the United Democrats and enjoyed years of square-dancing with the Placerville Apple Jacks and Jills. They took a nine-month RV tour of the U.S. in 2001, and finished visiting all 50 states and capitals in 2004. Since Betsy’s daughter, Alison, was lead vocalist on Princess Cruises, they enjoyed accompanying her on cruises to Japan, Australia, UK, Italy, Greece, and Israel.

After their 2-story house on an acre became too much to handle, Dick and Betsy moved to a smaller home in Placerville’s Eskaton Village in 2016, situated on a canyon facing a beautiful western sunset. There, Dick contentedly watched golf and his beloved 49ers football team on TV with his cat, Dolly, on his lap until he became fatigued and decided to finally close his eyes in farewell.

Dick was well-known and well-admired for his sweetness and kindness, and his compassionate care for others. He was adored by those who knew him.

Dick is survived by his wife, Betsy, his sister, Linda Boswell, his brother, Ken, his two children, Douglas Kerr and Deborah Brasel, grandchildren Jason Brasel, Joshua Brasel and Janet Smith and six great-grandchildren. His second family consisted of daughters Robin Callan (Sean), and Alison Ehlers (Phil Roberson).

A Celebration of Life will be held in January. Dick’s ashes will be interred at the Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon, California.

Margaret Hickenbottom

Sept. 5, 1926 — Oct. 12, 2022

Our beloved mother, grandmother, Margaret “Margie” Hickenbottom, of Cameron Park, Calif., died peacefully at the age of 96, on October 12, 2022. She was born September 5, 1926, in Wem, England, in the County of Shropshire, to Albert and Eleanor (Thorley) Downes.

Born the youngest of 10 siblings, Margaret worked at the family newsstand in Wem as a young girl. While she was working for the Auxiliary Fire Department, she met the love of her life, Army Sergeant, Forrest Hickenbottom during WWII in England. A year later, they married in Wem and she later traveled to America with the other War Brides to join her husband, Forrest. They moved to Ohio in 1946 and had their 3 sons, Keith, Barry and Je rey. They lived in Ohio for over 15 years before moving to Simi Valley, California in 1962, where art became her passion along with flower gardening. When Forrest retired in 1987, they moved to Clearlake Oaks because of many KOA trips, and eventually to Cameron Park in 1999.

She was preceded in death by her husband, Forrest, and her youngest son, Je rey. Though a widow, Margaret lived the remainder of her life with a quick wit, and a strong love of family and cooking.

She is survived by her sons Keith and Barry; daughter-in-laws Chris Brandies, Kathryn VanDenBerg, and Gerri Hickenbottom; along with grandchildren Brett, Kelsey, Joel, Jon, Sara, and Jessi; and great-grandchildren James, Cayden, Addison and Calvin.

A Celebration of Life will be held at 1 p.m. on Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Green Valley Church, located at 3500 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville, CA 95667. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Alzheimer’s Association for Alzheimer’s Research.

Vernon McKindley

Feb. 2, 1929

Oct. 10, 2022

Les was born at home in Lockeford Calif., on February 7th 1929 to Ernest & Irma Mae (Tenney) McKindley #9 of 11 children; Mahlon, Erma, Edna, Ruth, Ray, Cecil, John, Robert, Lester, Marilyn & Vince. He Passed away in his sleep on October 9th 2022, at his home in Sly Park, Placerville Calif., after a short illness. He was a graduate from Lodi High Class of ’47. He enjoyed boating, fishing, hunting elk and camping with his family. Les served in the U.S. Army, was a member of the American Legion post 119 in Placerville, and for 66 years a member of the Operating Engineers Local #3. He is survived by his wife Carlyn, Son David and Daughter Trisha, 4 grand children: Sarah, Morgan, Kyle & Katarina, 5 great grandchildren: Seth, Mason, Cole, Addison & Blake, and his 2 cats Fudge & Inky, and numerous nieces & nephews. Following his wishes no services were held.

He is deeply missed by all.

Love you, Your Family.

James D. “Big Jim” Peitz

Feb. 15, 1960 — Jan. 17, 2022

Jim lost his courageous battle with cancer at home with his loved ones beside him.

He was a well known lifelong resident of Pollock Pines and leaves behind many friends who shared his love of the woods and fishing.

Jim is preceded in death by his parents, James and Arlene Peitz, sister Dawn Peitz, and beloved daughter Chrystal Rose. He is survived by sons James and Dakota of Texas and 4 grandchildren, brother Larry and sisters Lynda, Debbie, Kathy and Cheryl.

Jim will be missed by everyone who he touched with his big heart and infectious laughter.

Richard Stiavelli

April 22, 1931 – Jan. 16, 2023

Richard died peacefully at home from complications of Parkinson’s Disease. He is survived by his younger brother Michael, daughter Ti ani, son-inlaw Timothy, grandson Jake, and many beloved cousins, nieces and nephews. He is pre-deceased by Sylvia, his wife of over 50 years.

Richard lived a life of service to his faith, his country, his family, and to children with special needs. He devoted his career to ensuring that children with challenges were treated with care and respect. He is credited with establishing the State of California Master Plan, which mainstreamed children with special needs into regular classrooms.

Richard will long be remembered as a man of integrity, fortitude and grace. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to the Parkinson’s Foundation or your local agency that feeds the homeless — the two charities that Richard supported.

Odin Rasco Staff writer

When a tree fell across Mother Lode Drive Jan. 8 it caught a man with an outstanding warrant out for his arrest, according to El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office officials.

The motorist encountered the fallen tree around 2 a.m., EDSO records show. Sheriff’s deputies responding to the scene discovered the driver had a warrant for a post-release community supervision violation.

Sheriff’s officials would not release the name of the driver. In a photo shared by EDSO on social media, a red truck can be seen with what appears to be a large oak tree downed across the front of the vehicle.

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

Dec. 31

6:28 p.m. Burglary was reported on Pony Express Trail in Camino.

9:19 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 39-year-old man suspected of possession of controlled substances and burglary tools and driving on a suspended license on South Shingle Road in Shingle Springs. He was released on $30,000 bail.

Jan. 1

12:52 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 65-year-old man suspected of DUI on Gold Country Drive in Placerville. He was later released.

6:16 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 29-year-old woman suspected of possession of narcotics for sale, illegally carrying a loaded firearm and other related offenses on Highway 50 at Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. She was listed in custody in lieu of $175,000 bail.

7:37 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 27-year-old man suspected of being a felon in possession of a firearm, possession of narcotics for sale and other related offenses on Highway 50 at Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. He was listed in custody in lieu of $1,275,000 bail.

8:59 a.m. Burglary was reported on Maryetta Court in Cameron Park.

10:59 a.m. Burglary was reported on Stage Court in Placerville. A suspect was cited.

11:48 a.m. Battery was reported on Tipton Hill Road in Georgetown.

12:44 p.m. Battery was reported on Valley Vista Road in Shingle Springs.

12:52 p.m. Grand theft was reported at the grange on Pleasant Valley Road in Placerville.

1:10 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 30-year-old man suspected of making criminal threats and elder abuse on Lynx Trail in Pollock Pines. He was listed in custody in lieu of $125,000 bail.

It is unclear wether or not the tree received any special commendation for its assistance in the arrest.

5:04 p.m. A vehicle burglary was reported at the park on Hacienda Drive in Cameron Park.

5:39 p.m. Vandalism was reported at an apartment complex on Greenwood Lane in Cameron Park.

9:54 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 39-year-old man suspected of DUI on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was listed in custody.

10:47 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 25-year-old woman suspected of being under the influence of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance and unlawful drug paraphernalia on Highway 49 in Placerville. She was later released.

Jan. 2 12:05 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 24-year-old man suspected

Lester

Courtesy photo

A tree that fell on Mother Lode Drive Jan. 8 caught a motorist who sheriff’s deputies discovered had an outstanding arrest warrant.

Why should we trust the ‘experts’?

There’s an old joke about the origins of the word “expert.”

The story is that it is a combination of the word “ex” – meaning a has-been – and “spurt” – defined as a drip under pressure.

Therefore, “expert” means a has-been drip under pressure.

Like it or not, we all rely on experts in our daily lives. But Americans are losing trust in experts, according to the Pew Research Center. Trust in scientists and medical scientists, initially supported by their role in fighting the coronavirus outbreak, is now below prepandemic levels.

Diminishing trust in public health experts is no doubt the result of reports that the “experts” were not being truthful with the American people. At the beginning of the outbreak, we were told that masks were not effective in reducing the spread of the virus. But that was a deliberate falsehood designed to prevent a run on masks. (One can almost imagine Dr. Anthony Fauci channeling the character played by Jack Nicholson exclaiming, “You can’t handle the truth!”)

Current events in California provide a stark example of why citizens may be skeptical of what the “experts” have told us about climate change, especially with respect to droughts. Over the last three years, media reports and studies have strongly pushed the idea that California is now in a state of perpetual drought, some even calling it a “permanent” drought. Just last October, New Science Magazine published an article with the headline “Human-caused climate change is making droughts more severe – and could shift some regions of North America into permanent drought conditions.”

One does not have to be a full-blown climate change denier to question what we’re being told. Of course, the “experts” seem to come up with implausible answers for everything. According to them, even the record rain that has flooded large portions of California is part of climate change and proof that we are still in drought conditions. Really?

Most people don’t remember that the scientific consensus in the 1970s was that the earth was on the verge of a long, sustained Ice Age. An embarrassing video for today’s climate alarmists presented actor Leonard Nimoy (a science officer on the USS Enterprise, don’t you know) reviewing all the proof that most of America would soon be receiving the same winter

Letters to the Editor

So many questions

EDITOR:

Iam reaching out because I am a grandparent of an elementary student at Camino School.

I have a wide variety of experiences in education, from working as a substitute for 20 years in Bay Area schools to volunteering and coaching. I have attended many school board meetings, served on stakeholder committees and worked hand-inhand with numerous board members. As a result, I have seen the inner workings of successful school boards and understand how board members need to work with and for their community in order to excel. The job of a school board is to listen to the parents, staff and community. The board members are elected to serve the community. Students depend on school boards for their leadership and guidance.

I have seen the problems at Camino School for many years and have had many questions: Where is the budget for school repairs and why are so many of the buildings in need of repair? Why is there a lack of supervision on school grounds? What is being done to protect the students from outsiders freely coming on campus? Why has playground equipment been left in a state of disrepair for years? Why are the school grounds neglected to the point of being dangerous? (I once found a large open hole in the ground being covered only by a door haphazardly thrown on top).

Now I understand the root of so many of these problems. I saw the Camino Union Elementary School Board members recently walk out of a meeting when questioned about finances and disrespect parents and teachers when they asked why a well-loved principal who is supported by parents, staff and the entire Camino community would “resign.” I have never seen such behavior from members of a school board — the very people who are there to serve their community. Could Mrs. Horn have asked too many questions of the school board and they forced her out to avoid answering them?

I hope Camino parents will finally get the answers

they need and we all find out exactly what is going on with this school board. Camino is a great school community surrounded by wonderful, loving parents who care for their students’ education and well-being. I believe any school can be a great school if you have great parents and an incredible staff like Camino School does. The only real problem is that they are severely lacking leadership, transparency and honesty within their school board.

Grandmothers are part of the village.

RAMONA NELSON Placerville

Overturn Citizens United

EDITOR:

On Jan. 21, 2010, the U.S. Supreme Court, in its Citizens United vs. FEC decision, ruled that corporations and other groups had a right to spend unlimited amounts of money on elections. This gave the wealthy corporations and other entities even more influence on our government.

The court built on years of precedent, stating that political donations were protected speech and that corporations had constitutional rights by combining the two concepts to allow corporate donations in any amount as long as there was no direct coordination with political campaigns. The court stated that absent coordination and because disclosure laws allow the public to see who is donating, the risk of corruption was minimal.

The reality was that this ruling greatly expanded the influence of the wealthy while allowing them to avoid disclosure by donating to nonprofits not required to disclose their donors. It even potentially allowed for influence from foreign countries to be hidden from American voters and enforcement agencies.

Fortunately, even absent a Supreme Court willing to overturn itself, there are still ways to address this problem.

The most permanent way to overturn this

The Balancing Act Who cooked up banning the gas stove and its fuel?

It’s all about control of the people, who are believed by the current administration to be subjects of this government. Free people?

Fuhgeddaboudit.

COVID-19 emergency measures such as lock downs, worthless masks, vaccination mandates, taking away your right to work and travel — it worked. Great masses of people allowed themselves to be controlled by government edicts and now the government is trying for a new freedom-robbing edict: no more gas stoves and in New York it has been proposed to ban natural gas. The governor said energy will come from wind and solar.

This new edict, which the president’s wife will have to violate as she cooks with a gas range, was spurred by a report from the World Health Organization that has the credibility of a witch doctor saying air pollutants have been linked to cardiovascular problems and cancer. In December last year the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health published a study that 12.7% of childhood asthma can be attributed to gas stove usage.

Both of these studies were from left wing “think” tanks, making them very suspect. I read the latter study upon which this ban recommendation is based and to call it weak would be an understatement. The nine-state data used in the study, which included “unvented” appliances, showed percentages from 21.7% in Illinois to just 3% in Florida, averaging 12.7%. Why the discrepancy? First, what about the other 41 states and building codes for at least the last four decades that require ventilation and exhaust fans?

The study is worthless and yet our tyrannical government (as communist do) wants to tell you how to cook. And none of the writers of the study listed any credentials (mdpi.com/16604601/20/1/75).

And nothing was studied about the food cooked. Some experts think the food cooked gives off more “pollutants” than the gas or electric stove itself. The unelected, bureaucratic government floated the idea to assess the reaction of the American public and it has been severe. Gas stoves are the preferred method of cooking. Many people

won’t buy a home without a gas stove. Restaurants highly prefer gas stoves and grilles. I am surprised the Washington elite hasn’t protested — no more char-broiled steaks at their favorite restaurants.

One, extremely biased piece of leftwing “fiction” should never be used to make such draconian regulations. Even to float such an idea is typical of left-wing politicians. It’s reported that 39% of homes have gas stoves. I am surprised it’s that low. But actually, the use of gas appliances in new homes is up to more than 50%. Americans prefer to cook with gas for lots of reasons. Maybe Wolfgang Puck or Martha Stewart should give us their reasons.

It’s bad enough the government wants to tell us how to cook, never mind what kind of car to drive and what vaccines to take (the story not done “is why Damar Hamlin went into cardiac arrest on the football field?” He took the jab as required by the federal government and the NFL. The good news is he was released by the hospital with a good prognosis. Controlling football is another issue.)

But gas stoves are just the beginning of our freedoms eroding away. The governor of New York wants to ban natural gas in her state. She parrots the wacko mantra of wind and solar to replace it. Remember all this is based on the lie of global warming. The government’s solution for global warming is control and regulation.

New York has a problem. Nationally, natural gas produces 40% of our electricity with coal producing another 22%. Nuclear power is about 20%. Wind power is just 9% and solar is less than 3%.

So where is New York going to get its energy? It would take decades and trillions of dollars to convert New York to a different energy source. And for what? Natural gas is already one of the cleanest sources of energy and the carbon footprint of America (if you really care) has been reduced below levels from 20 years ago because of natural gas. Secondly, wind energy is similar to hydroelectric. You need topography. Dams are no different. You need a deep valley with a narrow

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… the use of gas appliances in new homes is up to more than 50%. Americans prefer to cook with gas for lots of reasons. maybe Wolfgang puck or martha Stewart should give us their reasons.

blizzards as Buffalo, New York.

It is hard to imagine today but, at one time, journalists were also viewed as trusted experts. Walter Cronkite, who served as anchorman for the CBS Evening News for 19 years, was frequently called “the most trusted man in America.” In sharp contrast, his successor, Dan Rather, was forced to resign in disgrace for his lies in attempting to smear George W. Bush.

Even worse than “Rathergate,” the recent release of the infamous Twitter Files shows mainstream media and big tech companies colluded with federal agencies to suppress truthful information. Is it any wonder then, according to The Hill, that nearly half of the country now has serious doubts about the impartiality of the FBI or that, according to a Gallup poll last October, Americans’ trust in media was at an all time low?

Another point about experts is while they may have actual expertise in one area, that shouldn’t be assumed to apply to other areas. Dr. Fauci is clearly an expert in infectious diseases, but the notion that he could competently assess the psychological damage to children of shutting down schools for two years is mistaken. He also failed to fully appreciate the malign intent of the Chinese Communist Party and accepted everything they said coming out of Wuhan as gospel.

Here’s a prediction: Within five years we will learn the truth about the origins of the COVID virus and it will establish conclusively that it was a human-

engineered virus that escaped from the Wuhan lab. Moreover, the People’s Liberation Army was, more likely than not, involved in some way in the development of the virus for use as a bioweapon.

If and when the truth is finally revealed, let’s hope there will be real accountability. But what do I know? I’m no expert.

Jon Coupal is president of the Howard Jarvis Taxpayers Association.

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Continued from A4 opening that can be damned with water being stored behind it. Ditto for wind. Have you ever noticed where wind turbines are built? The three biggest areas in California are Altamont, Tehachapi and Banning. They are all “narrow passes’’ where the wind must accelerate to get through the pass. As with dams most of the topographical areas conducive to hydroelectric power or wind generation have been used.

On top of that, wind and solar are unreliable. Wind is about 25% efficient and solar depends on sunny days for peak production.

New York residents are leaving the state at record numbers because of high taxes, poor education, crime and many other factors. New York’s population has declined by about 400,000 people over the last two years, now well below 20 million at 19.6 million. And you wonder why?

Larry Weitzman is a resident of Placerville.

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and struggles. Join us Thursday nights at 6:30pm at Green Valley Church, 3500 Green Valley Rd, Placerville. Doors open at 6:15pm. Children’s programs are available for ages 3 months to 18 years old. Email: celebrate@ greenvalley.church. Find us on Facebook: https://m.facebook. com/crgvcc/

DemOcrAts – Come meet with the United Democrats of El Dorado County at Round Table Pizza–Missouri Flat Rd. in Placerville at noon on the 3rd Thursday of the month. Call (530)391-6414 or see edcdems. org for more information.

GOLD rUsH cHOrUs now welcomes both men and women to share the joy of singing fourpart harmony in the barbershop style. To learn more or to book a performance, call Howard at (530) 647-6513 or Kent (530) 651-3575

Hangtown Women’s teNNis club. Join fun-loving women Wednesdays 9am-11am at El Dorado High School. Lessons, social events, only $35/year. Call Cindy 805-540-8654.

seNiOr Peer cOUNseLiNG of El Dorado County is seeking volunteer counselors. Do you possess such qualities as warmth, empathy and nonjudgement, as well as having varied life experiences, and being over the age of 55? If you do and would like to help and listen to fellow seniors who are dealing with age related issues such as loneliness, isolation, health and grief, we would love to talk to you. Counselors receive training and are supervised by a professional in the field. SPC Clinical Supervisor Jayann Askin, MFT, shares “We are looking for volunteers who are interested in psychology, counseling, and mental health and would like to be a part of a supportive group of ongoing learners in this field.” For more information on this greatly rewarding volunteer opportunity, please call 530-621-6304

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decision is to amend the U.S. Constitution to clearly state that political contributions are not protected speech and the corporations do not have constitutional rights. Not an easy task, to be sure. This would require a two-thirds vote in Congress followed by ratification by three-fourths of the states (or for two-thirds of the state legislatures to propose an amendment followed by ratification by three-fourths of the states). This is a longterm, uphill battle since it requires the support of legislators who have become dependent on their donors to get elected.

Shorter-term measures can help even things out while a constitutional amendment is being pushed through. Publicly funded elections would help increase the influence of small donors, especially if we can match their donations with public funds. Disclosure laws that don’t allow secret donations would help voters know who is supporting candidates and ballot measures. Reforming the FEC to allow stronger enforcement of the existing laws would also help.

A majority of Americans of all political persuasions support reforms that would rein in corruption. How can you help? Contact your member of Congress to express support for reform legislation such as House Joint Resolution 48, We the People Act or S.443, The Disclose Act. Make your voice heard.

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from that meeting reveal a closed session item regarding public employee discipline and dismissal with no action reported.

Turnboo said he could not comment on the closed session discussion but stated, “I was pressured into a situation that I did not like.”

White resigned from his post the same day but went through the rehiring process to again serve as Turnboo’s assistant only to be placed on paid administrative leave Oct. 11, 2022.

White claims what sealed his fate was “political retribution” by District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas.

Wendy’s husband Dennis Thomas during his re-election campaign for a Placerville City Council seat posted a video on Facebook accusing White of being behind a mailer sent out Oct. 21, 2022, and paid for by Congressman Tom McClintock’s campaign funds urging voters to “Say no to Dennis Thomas for City Council.”

“You can tell Todd White and you can tell Tom McClintock to take their dirty politics back to Washington, D.C., That is not how we treat each other in this county,” Dennis states in the video.

According to White, supervisors were to vote on his employment Oct. 25, 2022, but decided to postpone hearing the matter due to the video’s release.

“After then-Councilman Dennis Thomas lost his re-election in November the race was on to get back at me,” White states in an email to the Mountain Democrat. “Supervisor Thomas may believe she accomplished her goal of political payback by terminating my employment; she couldn’t be further from the truth. I will always advocate for the public to have transparency in their local government.”

Supervisor Thomas did not respond to a request to comment on White’s accusations.

Some commenters at the Jan. 17 special board meeting came to White’s defense.

Placerville resident Mandi Rodriguez said the District 3 supervisor should have recused herself from the vote.

“(This) has become so personal that there is absolutely no way that she could even vote on something like this,” Rodriguez told the board.

County Counsel David Livingston explained to the board that while due process requires unbiased decision-makers, White is an at-will employee whose post can be terminated for any lawful reason or no reason at all.

“Even if such principles applied, I haven’t been made aware of any specific allegations of conduct or statements by Supervisor Thomas that would rise to the level of concern,” Livingston continued. “The courts have made clear any party seeking to show

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got married in Hawaii and I don’t remember most of that. It hurts. I don’t remember my oldest and youngest kids being born. I tested for Alzheimer’s, dementia and three other brain diseases and I don’t have any of them.”

After two years Downing is only recently able to eat soft, bland foods and still suffers pain with eating, although his sense of taste is back. “Before COVID I was the spice king, the hotter the better,” he boasted. “But not now. Now I can eat a piece of bread without crying.”

And it doesn’t stop there. As a mild type 2 diabetic, Downing is convinced the COVID-19 virus caused his diabetes to erupt. “For three months my blood sugar was between 530 and 480 because they were just working on getting me to breathe,” he said, currently on regular insulin. He also now suffers from a condition that causes pain in his hands, which turn black or yellow in hot weather.

bias or prejudice on the part of the decision maker must prove that with concrete facts and that bias and prejudice are never implied.”

Rodriguez maintained the situation was “childhood drama” and accused the board of trying to “bully Todd into just quitting and going away.”

Kelley Nalewaja, District 1 El Dorado County Republican Party representative, noted her organization votes on all matters as a committee. Additionally, Nalewaja said White had nothing to do with the mailer from McClintock’s office.

“You are pointing the finger wrongly and accusing one individual for the actions of someone else,” Nalewaja said, adding that White was singled out unfairly.

“We work very hard to put people like you into the Board of Supervisors, into our elected officials and school boards … we have a conservative platform and that is what is being attacked here,” she said.

Camino resident Sue Taylor argued supervisors were illegally removing Turnboo’s appointees “that he feels can best represent his views.

“His job is to represent the people that elected him and not to get along with all of you,” Taylor commented to the board before its vote. “I think you misunderstood what a representative government is … let Supervisor Turnboo represent his constituents as he promised.”

This wasn’t the first time one of Turnboo’s appointees was ousted by the board.

Supervisors voted to terminate former El Dorado County District 2 Planning Commissioner Cheryl BlyChester from her position Aug. 31, 2021, when former District 5 Supervisor Sue Novasel brought up the topic of Bly-Chester’s removal. Bly-Chester had repeatedly accused the Planning Commission of violating the Brown Act during an April 22, 2021, meeting while the commission discussed commercial cannabis sales for Meyers.

Novasel claimed Bly-Chester’s actions were abusive and inappropriate. The board voted 3-2 in favor of her removal with Turnboo and Supervisor Lori Parlin voting no.

Before the Jan. 17 special meeting, White requested an open session hearing be conducted to hear complaints against him, Livingston noted. White withdrew his request so the topic went into closed session after public comment.

“For many active citizens involved in local government, it is apparent that major items on the Board of Supervisors agendas get decided behind closed doors; the actual meetings are merely theater,” White said. “In regards to my future, I look forward to continuing to engage and work with the dedicated and

Then last May, thinking the worst was past, Downing began experiencing shoulder pain. MRI scans revealed three out of four tendons had detached from the bone, one of them so badly disintegrated the doctor deemed it non-repairable. Then he began experiencing pain in his other shoulder. Two of the tendons in that arm had detached with another on its way, along with a torn bicep. A month later ankle pain prompted further MRIs, which showed more tendons detaching.

Downing’s doctor was convinced the tendon damage was caused by old injuries until he saw a video of Downing arm wrestling his son just a few months prior. “It has to be related to COVID,” Downing insisted. “How could all this happen just within a few months? If it had been years in the making, I would have been having pain.”

Downing is recovering from his first

hardworking taxpayers of our beloved county. I have done this since my service as the founding chairman of the county Youth Commission nearly 20 years ago.”

Turnboo said he now plans to hire part-time assistant Mark Treat on full-time.

“(Todd) knew a lot of the senators and congressmen and had good connections with them so we could get a lot of things done,” Turnboo said. “Mark is very good with computer skills and between all of us we had a great team.

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of false imprisonment on Market Court in Shingle Springs. He was listed in custody on $25,000 bail.

12:46 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 27-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct and DUI on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was released on $35,000 bail.

1:05 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 26-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. He was released on $1,000 bail.

1:48 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 33-year-old man suspected of DUI on Garden Park Drive in Garden Valley. He was released on $5,000 bail.

3:21 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 41-year-old man suspected of disorderly conduct on El Dorado Hills Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. He was later released.

4:04 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 35-year-old man suspected of battery on Cameron Park Drive in Cameron Park. He was released on $5,000 bail.

9:17 a.m. A vehicle burglary was reported on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville.

1:04 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 63-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance on Deer Valley Road in Rescue. He was later released.

2:16 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 48-year-old man suspected of possession of unlawful drug paraphernalia and resisting arrest on Robin Lane in Cameron Park. The suspect was also reportedly

shoulder surgery, but is looking at two more procedures down the line to repair his ankle and other shoulder. Despite the prospect of nearly two years of physical therapy looming before him, Downing is remarkably upbeat and even calls himself lucky.

He credits the UC Davis Health Pulmonary Rehabilitation Clinic for much of his recovery over the past two years. “It took me four-and-a-half months to learn to walk and breathe at the same time,” Downing shared. “They helped me every step of the way.”

A UC Davis patient long before COVID-19 reared its ugly head, Downing noted that UC Davis was one of three hospitals in the world that was going to study COVID lung at the time. “I was very blessed; God’s been great during this whole time.”

Downing continues to make sales calls for his business, but has to delegate physical labor. He tells his customers not to get offended if he

caught attempting to smuggle narcotics into the jail. He was listed in custody in lieu of $3,000 bail.

3:26 p.m. Battery was reported at a clinic on French Creek Road in Shingle Springs.

4:24 p.m. Battery was reported on Ramon Court in El Dorado Hills. Jan. 3

2:21 a.m. Deputies arrested a suspect reportedly drunk in public on El Dorado Hills Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.

9:17 a.m. A vehicle burglary was reported on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville.

3:26 p.m. Battery was reported on French Creek Road in Shingle Springs.

4:24 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 36-year-old man suspected of being a fugitive from justice, giving false identification and driving without a license on Highway 50 at Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. He was listed in custody in lieu of $3,850 bail.

5:42 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 66-year-old man suspected of possession of narcotics and a probation violation on South Shingle Road in Shingle Springs. He was listed in custody in lieu of $20,500 bail.

9:18 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 56-year-old man suspected of receiving stolen property and petty theft on Highway 50 at Ponderosa Road in Shingle Springs. He was listed in custody in lieu of $25,000 bail.

doesn’t recognize them the next time he sees them. “I feel useless at home. I feel useless at work,” Downing shared.

“My wife has to do everything for me — bathe me, clothe me. This woman is incredible.”

He has sought therapy for depression, but asks his wife to join him. “My wife is my memory,” he explained. “I might as well not even go if my wife doesn’t go.” He said Beautiful Minds Medical in Auburn and its NeuroStar transcranial magnetic stimulation treatments have been surprisingly helpful.

“I don’t know the reason I’m still here,” Downing said, speculating that perhaps it is to educate those around him on long-haul COVID. “The person who had COVID shouldn’t feel weird about saying what they feel, even if it sounds weird, even to the doctor. And other people have to believe that this is really what this person is going through.”

The dissolution ceremony began with a series of chants and prayers, left photo. Close to 100 people, middle photo, were in attendance at the dissolution ceremony this year, despite the harsh weather conditions outside. Geshe Lharampa Jampa Chodak, right photo, hands a small bag containing some of the mandala’s sand to one of the audience members. The monks will continue their two-year tour, next going to Grass Valley and then Auburn.

Mountain Democrat photos by Odin Rasco

Five monks from the Gaden Shartse Norling Monastery, right, perform a dissolution ceremony at Federated Church in Placerville Jan. 14. The last event of the monks’ two-week visit to Placerville, the dissolution ceremony involved a ritual destruction of a sand mandala that took more than 75 hours to construct. The mandala, above, is made of sand produced by crushing marble and dyeing it with Indian inks. The design depicts the Eight Auspicious Symbols of Tibetan Buddhism.

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Jan. 23

Grandparents Aglow, a group dedicated to grandparents who are raising grandchildren, presents What You Should Know About Guardianship with guest speaker Karen Russell, 6-7:30 p.m. 1101 Investment Blvd., Suite 115, El Dorado Hills. For more information contact Kristi Massey at (209) 230-3698 or Marilyn Halk at (916) 334-2126.

Mondays with the Maestro is back. Music in the Mountains conductor Ryan Murray hosts What Does a Conductor Do? The online program begins at 7 p.m. For more information visit musicinthemountains. org.

Jan. 24

Shen Yun 2023 will dazzle audiences Jan. 24 & 25 at Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.

Jan. 25

The Shingle SpringsCameron Park Chamber of Commerce hosts its monthly lunch, 11:30 a.m. at Los Pinos Mexican restaurant, 3420 Palmer Drive in Cameron Park. The guest speaker will be a representative from the Sierra Business Development Center. For more information visit sscpchamber.org.

Kilt & Cork hosts Burns Night Supper, a magical, seven-course feast with merriment, Gaelic music, poetry, whisky and wine, 6-9 p.m. at the Placerville Shakespeare Club. Proceeds benefit the El Dorado Winery Association. For tickets and more information visit kiltandcork.com.

Capital Stage presents “The Chinese Lady,” Jan. 25 through Feb. 26 at the theater, 2215 J St., Sacramento. For tickets and more information call (916) 995-5464 or visit capstage.org.

Jan. 26

The Placerville Area Chess Club meets every Thursday at 7:30 p.m. at Denny’s in Cameron Park, 3446 Coach Lane. For more information call Neville Arroues at (530) 6429043.

For a concert titled “Black Voices,” the Warp Trio will perform music by Samuel Coleridge Taylor written in the late 19th century; Harry Burleigh, Duke Ellington and Thelonious Monk from the first half of the 20th century; and Jessie Montgomery from 2014, interspersed with recitations of writings by Langston Hughes, Ntozake Shange and Maya Angelou at 12:05 p.m. Jan. 26 & 27 in the Ann E. Pitzer Center recital hall in Davis. For more information visit arts. ucdavis.edu.

Jan. 27

Imagination Theater on the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville presents “Inherit the Wind,” Jan. 27 through Feb. 19. For tickets and more information visit itplacerville.org.

The Sofia, 2700 Capitol Ave. in Sacramento, presents We Banjo 3 at 7 p.m. For tickets and more information visit bstreettheatre.org.

Jan. 28

Warm & Cozy

Hands4Hope Winter Boutique helps local families

Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Di erence held its 13th annual Winter Boutique during the first two weekends of December at the El Dorado Hills Town Center. With the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions, the Winter Boutique saw an amazing turnout with more than 200 families, representing 942 individuals, visiting the Winter Boutique this year and shopping for free.

In November volunteers at home and at Hands4Hope –Youth Making A Di erence’s annual Blanket Making Party came together to make 71 homemade blankets to distribute at the Winter Boutique. Thanks to all the elementary schools and businesses that hosted and promoted the Warm and Fuzzy Drive during the month of October, 12,000 articles of warm clothing and accessories were collected for the Winter Boutique. More than 8,000 items were selected by guests who “shopped” at the Winter Boutique in December and the remaining items were provided to partner agencies.

Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Di erence’s Winter Boutique Committee is made up of youth from local schools. In the spirit of Hands4Hope’s mission to inspire and empower youth in leadership and service, youth drive the process from start to finish with support from Hands4Hope sta mentors and an adult lead. This year’s Winter Boutique Committee Chair and high school senior Jasmine Jenik led meetings and oversaw the entire project.

High school senior Ian Hunt and junior Chloe Deiss, the Collection Logistics chairs, managed the thousands of donated clothing items, including transporting and donating leftover clothing.

High school junior Maya Moss, Event Logistics chair, took care of the budget and supplies.

The gingerbread-themed boutique was decorated by the Winter Boutique Decorations Team, led by high school senior Patrick Whelan, this year’s Site Layout and Decor chair. As Marketing chair, high school junior Vansh Angi contacted agencies with the Winter Boutique fliers to share with local families in need of a helping hand. The Winter Boutique would not have been possible without the help of Hands4Hope youth and adult volunteers, led by Volunteer Management chairs and high school juniors Navy Morrison and Sage Barden.

After participating as a volunteer at the Winter Boutique for two previous years, Barden said, “It was

community. The highlight

so great to finally serve on the committee this year and help put it all together. This experience definitely opened my eyes to all the work that goes into putting on these events as well as how important they are for so many people in the community. The highlight of all of it would definitely be meeting Legacy, the little girl who entertained us all on the very last day. She made us laugh so hard and reminded me partly of why we do what we do. Through volunteering, I always hope to put a smile on someone’s face and, just by being herself, Legacy put a smile on all of our faces.”

Jennifer Cole, who served on this year’s Marketing Committee said, “For me, the Winter Boutique illustrated the importance of warm clothing and how many people don’t have access to this necessary clothing. Additionally, the fact that we were able to create a whole clothing boutique in just

a few months was incredibly satisfying. We had a lot of clothes donated and it was amazing to see a pile of clothes eventually be sorted into a whole boutique.”

During the checkout process, Jenik remembers speaking with a family who asked about the clothing donation process and how Hands4Hope collects the clothes. The family said they have plenty of clothes they can donate next year. Jenik said, “It’s like they’re paying it forward; they received clothes and, next time, they’ll give clothes.”

Working with partner agencies, including Green Valley Community Church, Upper Room, Maryhouse, Sister Nora’s Place, Mustard Seed School, Aspire Outfitters, Black Oak Mine Unified School District, West Slope Foundation and Schnell Elementary School’s Coat Closet, Hands4Hope distributed the remaining items from the Warm & Fuzzy

Drive/Winter Boutique to other individuals in need.

The Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Di erence Winter Boutique Committee would like to thank Sierra Laundry for allowing the use of washing machines, El Dorado Hills Town Center for donating the space to hold the boutique and all the Hands4Hope partner agencies that shared the event and invited families. Also appreciated are Adult Lead Madeline Vadenaise and the extended Hands4Hope community for all the ways they support the nonprofit’s work.

Hands4Hope – Youth Making A Di erence is a nonprofit, youth-driven organization with the mission to inspire and empower youth in leadership and service. The organization o ers hands-on education and community engagement opportunities to youth from kindergarten through 12th grades through school-based and after-school programs in Sacramento and El Dorado counties. For more information visit hands4hopeyouth.org or call (916) 294-7426.

UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County host

Courtesy photos

Hands4Hope youth volunteers Aiden Chemmanure, Jasmine Jenik, Bijan Parvini, Navy Morrison and Simone Caruthers, left to right, hold handmade knit beanies donated by a community member who spent more than 750 hours making 250 warm beanies for the Winter Boutique.

A grateful guest returns, above left, to the Winter Boutique to bring homemade tamales to Hands4Hope volunteers

Ian Hunt, Ricardo Santana, Tarika Kahlon,

Patrick Whelan, Aiden Chemmannure, Analise Gutierrez and Ria Sahota, left to right. Above right, donations are organized for guests to shop on Winter Boutique opening day.

ARIES

TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It will feel good to give in a way that’s specific to an individual or to the problem at hand. Your happiness will have to do with helping another person out in a way that others wouldn’t have thought to.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). You want your life to be exciting because you take the risks that serve purposes that are meaningful to you. Random thrills, however, hold no interest. Your next moves will be carefully considered and expertly calculated.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). What the other person is doing is a function of their own wants, needs and processes. You’ll be as successful as you are objective. Detach and stand back so you can see where your own needs overlap.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You have luminous qualities, and it would take more energy to hide them than it does to let them shine. Like the sun, you’ll burn off energy while churning to your depths for new sources of fuel.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). You’re likely to keep thinking about something in the same way over and over unless and until you air your thoughts. Different people can give you different ways to think about this. Selfexpression is key to gaining better perspective.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). A lasting contentment may be better than a trophy in your hand, but you can’t help it -- you still want that victory. This won’t be easy, and that’s part of the reason it appeals so strongly to you.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). You’ll be relaxed and in control. Maybe you’d like people to take a particular action or behave in a certain way, but you won’t need to explain or persuade them to do this; you’ll model it instead.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). You’re not the same person you were when you were in that long-ago situation. That was a version of you, and many updates have happened since then. Others will need to adjust to accommodate the way things are now.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). You might be surprised by what your competitors are doing nowadays. Seeing what’s out there could make you feel like you’ve been settling for less than the market dictates.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). You’re not trying to figure out what went wrong so you can blame someone. You just want to know so you can avoid the same outcome in the future. You’ll pinpoint possible corrective actions and decide the best way to proceed.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Typically, it’s better to discuss ideas than to trade complaints about minutiae. However, sometimes a complaint can be the first step to thinking along inventive lines. You’ll keep an open mind to what people gripe about.

south tahoe author releases collection of ‘tales with tails’

Ashleigh Goodwin Tahoe Daily Tribune

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE — Cal Orey, a South Lake Tahoe resident for the past 24 years, has a passion for writing.

Over more than two decades Orey has produced about a dozen books and hundreds of articles for a variety of national and international magazines and websites; the author also used to write a food column for the Tribune, Callie’s Cabin.

Orey’s most recent effort, “Soulmates with Paws: A Collection of Tales with Tails,” is a non-fiction book that meshes “sixth sense and homeward bound doggies [with] adventure,” Orey said.

The chapters in the book are comprised of previously published articles and the book is considered one of the “top 95 best hot releases in animal care.”

While Amazon places the book among fourth- to sixth-grade level reading category, Orey said it’s much

more sophisticated than that.

Publisher Authorhouse describes it as a book “written from the

Unravel this royal whodunnit

News release

The Placerville Shakespeare Club hosts a Murder Mystery Luncheon performed by Kathy Drew and her Interactive Entertainment Murder Mystery Players Sunday, Jan. 29.

It is the time of the Renaissance — a time when art, science and literature exploded. Placerville is home to the King and Queen of Hearts and their only son Royal. Two weeks ago Royal announced he was getting married ... but not to Princess Julianne as the King and Queen arranged. The Queen is not happy about this as he is the future king, and the girl he plans to marry is a commoner who

comes from an unknown family in an unknown town. Arguments ensue and the scream of the Queen awakens the staff in the castle.

Doors open at 11 a.m. for socializing, merriment and a tempting silent auction before the royal whodunnit begins at noon. The Shakespeare Clubhouse is located at 2940 Bedford Ave. in Placerville. Reservations must be made in advance by calling Cherie at (916) 337-5045. Costumes are encouraged. The Queen looks forward to seeing everyone there.

For more information about the club and its events visit placervilleshakespeare.com.

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Solutions to puzzles in Classified section of newspaper.

1920s snowplow, Snowbound exhibit return to museum

Traci Rockefeller Cusack News release

SACRAMENTO — Back by popular demand, visitors to the California State Railroad Museum once again have the opportunity to see an impressive 251,000-pound rotary snowplow from the museum’s collection along with the exhibit titled Snowbound in the Sierra on display.

With the historical snowplow as an eye-catching centerpiece, the exhibit will highlight the dramatic story of 226 passengers and crew members who were rescued — with the help of crews working around the clock and seven rotary snowplows — after being trapped on a luxury streamliner locomotive during a massive snowstorm in the Sierra Nevada in 1952. The exhibit includes riveting narrative from passengers and crew.

The historical rotary snowplow to return to display in the museum roundhouse was built in 1920, converted to electric in 1958, retired by Union Pacific in 2004 and was donated to the museum in 2008. Since then, the historical snowplow has been housed in the shops in the Sacramento Railyards.

The historical rotary snowplow and exhibit will give museum visitors an understanding of how early snow removal methods were cumbersome, arduous and often dangerous but will also highlight the critical role they played in saving lives and clearing the path for freight and transportation. Rotary snowplows were often used by the railroad as a very last resort — such as was the case for the city of San Francisco locomotive highlighted in the exhibit — due to the incredible expense involved. Rotary snowplows only moved 5 to 10 mph, had high fuel costs and required an elite crew. It is estimated that less than 200 rotary snowplows still exist throughout the world.

The rotary snowplow and the companion Snowbound in the Sierra exhibit will remain on display in the museum’s roundhouse at least through spring and are included in museum admission. For more information about the snowplow, exhibit or the California State Railroad Museum in general visit californiarailroad.museum.

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See an impressive 251,000-pound rotary snowplow at the California State Railroad Museum.

Warden Stamp celebrates California’s fisheries

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The California Department of Fish and Wildlife’s 2023 Warden Stamp is available for purchase online. For its 14th edition, the stamp celebrates California’s recreational anglers, divers and commercial fishery participants and their contributions to the economy and conserving California’s coast.

The 2023 Warden Stamp features the lingcod, a member of the greenling family and an important native marine species pursued in the state’s recreational and commercial fisheries. These fisheries support tens of thousands of jobs within the state and are essential to California’s coastal communities.

“The 2023 Warden Stamp celebrates Californians’ commitment to helping CDFW manage California’s diverse fish, wildlife and plant resources, and the habitats upon which they depend,” said David Bess, CDFW deputy director and chief of the Law Enforcement Division. “The purchase of this stamp is a testament to their continued support for the important work our wildlife o cers do.”

Since 2010 CDFW has raised funds to enhance resources for its Law Enforcement Division through the Warden Stamp Program. For more than a decade the program has celebrated a native California species and members of the hunting,

fishing and outdoor community have shown their support by purchasing the stamp for $5.

The 2023 stamp is its usual warden shield shape with a turquoise water background. The lingcod

image was digitally hand painted by CDFW sta member Sarah Guerere, using digital watercolor brushes. The fish resembles those found o California’s coast, with gray and purple markings.

Since 1871 CDFW’s wildlife o cers (wardens) have been dedicated to being the department’s “boots on the ground” when it comes to maintaining the balance of the state’s many plants and animal species, like the lingcod. The Warden Stamp Program was created to address the need for better equipment and training for wardens.

Wildlife o cers patrol on foot, by plane, boats, horseback and in a variety of vehicles. Although their objectives of protecting California’s plants and animals remains the same, threats to native species are always evolving. From the growing threat of wildfires, drought and internet wildlife tra ckers — CDFW’s wildlife o cers remain committed to being the stewards of the Golden State’s natural resources.

To purchase the stamp visit ca.wildlifelicense. com/InternetSales. From there scroll to bottom of the page and click “Continue as Guest.” Then click on “2023 Warden Stamps” under the menu tab. Add stamps from the line that reads “Warden Stamp Decal – 2023 Edition” and follow prompts to check out.

Forest microbiomes a topic at CNPS

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Often in this world, what happens out of sight is just as important as what is obvious to the eye. In the case of California forests, most eyes are drawn to the tops of the trees. But Dr. Claire Willing, postdoctoral scholar in biology at

Stanford University, is more interested in what goes on beneath the forest floor. She studies forest microbiomes — the community of microorganisms such as bacteria, fungi, viruses and their genes that naturally live there. ■

UC Davis art exhibit kicks off 2023 on the right foot

DAVIS — From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis showcases the colorful and imaginative footwear created by Los Angeles-based designer Chris Francis. The exhibition runs Jan. 23 through April 23 at the UC Davis Design Museum. The exhibition includes more than 60 pairs of shoes along with shoemaking tools and photos of his studio.

Francis combines longstanding shoemaking techniques and traditions with inspiration from 20th-century art and architecture, punk rock clothing and high fashion. His one-ofa-kind shoes are wearable art and art objects, and often tell a story.

“The shoe challenges me and inspires my imagination more than anything else,” said Francis in an

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interview with Ornament Magazine. “I see the shoe as a sculptural object capable of infinite possibility, an outlet for invention and a way to be a structural engineer and architect on a small scale.”

Francis began his career as an artist and carpenter, then moved into creating leather garments that were worn by several rock musicians. After watching a shoemaker hand stitch shoes at a Louis Vuitton event in Los Angeles in 2011, he was inspired to try his hand at it.

From Concept to Creation: Inspired Shoe Design by Chris Francis is co-curated by Department of Design professor Susan Taber Avila and Master of Fine Arts design student Christina Gomez. For more information visit arts.ucdavis.edu/ designmuseum or call (530) 7526150.

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Cole Crop Vegetables, 9 a.m. to noon at 311 Fair Lane in Placerville. Master Gardeners will teach you how to grow these healthy veggies and Master Food Preservers will teach you how to prepare, preserve and enjoy these yummy veggies. Seating for this class is limited so register early at ucanr. edu/cole_crops.

The El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville hosts a swap meet, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The El Dorado County Search & Rescue Crab Feed takes place at 6 p.m. the El Dorado County Fairgrounds in Placerville. Enjoy unlimited crab, no-host bar, auction items up for grabs and more. For tickets and more information visit edsar.org/esarc-

crab-feed.

The Beatles Guitar Project presents “A Hard Day’s HELP!” Jan. 28 & 29 at Harris Center for the Arts, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets and more information call (916) 608-6888 or visit harriscenter.net.

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Andis Wines in Plymouth offers a Cozy Month of Soups through Jan. 31. All proceeds from soup sales go to Junior Achievement of Sacramento. For more information visit AndisWines.com/Events.

Feed El Dorado and the Placer Food Bank host food distribution events throughout the year in Cameron Park, Pollock Pines,

Placerville and Georgetown. For a complete schedule visit placerfoodbank.org/pantrytogo.

The Master Gardener of El Dorado County public office is open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 9 a.m. to noon at 311 Fair Lane, Placerville. Have a gardening question or problem? Come in and chat with the experts. Bring a cutting or insect in a Ziploc baggie or a picture. Can’t come in person? Call (530) 621-5512 and leave a voicemail or go online to the “Ask A Master Gardener” tool mgeldorado@ucanr.edu.

Gold Bug Park & Mine in Placerville is open Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information visit goldbugpark.org.

The El Dorado Chapter of the California Native Plant Society will meet at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, via Zoom. After chapter business is conducted a recorded talk by Dr. Willing, “Forest microbiomes and climate change: Microbial communities as mediators of forest health,”

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perspective of a veteran animal writer, gifted storyteller author Orey shares the best of her nationally published magazine articles. This fascinating gift book dishes out the power of love and loyalty between companion animals and humanity.”

will be shown. She discusses microbiology of the forest, the human impacts upon it and the potential future of forests.

To register for the free Zoom meeting visit tinyurl.com/124-23-EDC-CNPS-mtng. All participants must register in advance.

Authorhouse has the book available in hardcover, paperback and as an ebook. Amazon and Barnes & Noble currently carry it while Orey said it is also expected to be sold at Walmart, Kobo and other online bookstores soon.

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$295,613.03 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL

BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property.

return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www. auction.com or Call: (800) 2802832. Dated: January 9, 2023 By: Kellee Vollendorff Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 2907452 NPP0420050 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 01/23/2023, 01/30/2023, 02/06/2023 1/23, 1/30, 2/6 11308

NOTICE OF PETITION

TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF HELEN M. JENKINS CASE NO. 22PR0267

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of HELEN M. JENKINS A PETITION for Probate has been filed by MARQUIEL ARCHIBALD in the Superior Court of California, County of El Dorado.

THE PETITION for probate requests that MARQUIEL ARCHIBALD be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 01/01/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Clayton Meyer CLAYTON MEYER, 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 01/17/2023.

the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, executed by: HELEN TYLER, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN, as Trustor, will be sold AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER for cash (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier’s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said deed of trust in the property situated in said county and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced deed of trust. Sale Date: February 16, 2023 Sale Time: 1:00 PM Sale Location: Main Entrance, El Dorado County Superior Courthouse - Placerville Main Street Branch, 495 Main Street, Placerville, CA 95667 File No.:22-03522CA

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1425 LANE DR, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms

NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call, (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this internet website, www.auction. com, for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, T.S.# 22-03522CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code.

If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (800) 280-2832, or visit this internet website www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case 22-03522CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. File No.:22-03522CA If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: March 20, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. in Dept. 9 at 295 Fair Lane, Placerville, CA 95667

IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: STEFFANIE STELNICK 28001 Smyth Dr., Suite 101 Valencia, CA 91355 (661) 917-2224 1/23, 1/30, 2/6 11316

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

FILE NO. FB2023-0036

The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TOYOTA VISIONS OFFROAD , located at 2814 Shady Ln, Pollock Pines, CA 95726

Registered owner(s): Clayton M Meyer, 2814 Shady Ln, Pollock Pines, CA 95726

This business is conducted by an

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

County on 01/18/2023. 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

(see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 1/23, 1/30, 2/6, 2/13 11320

Greenwich Retail Inc., a California Corportion, 18174 Mallard Street, Woodland, CA 95695 The location and general description of the assets to be sold are All Fixtures, equipment, stock in trade inventory and transfer of License No. 422094 of that certain business known as Pleasant Valley Store located at 4412 Pleasant Valley Rd, Placerville, CA 95667-8427

The Bulk Sale and transfer of the Alcoholic Beverage License is intended to be consummated at the office of: First American Title Company, 415 Century Park Drive, Yuba City, CA 95991 Escrow No. 5102-6823874,

FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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Photos provided by Chris Francis

Shoes in the Design Museum exhibition include, clockwise from top left: “Bauhaus Staircase,” “Hardscape,” “Tatlin’s Tower,” “Movie Queen” and “Icons.”

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of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to-wit:

Prioritize Heart Health with a Balanced Eating Plan

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No matter your motivations, it’s never too late or too early to start focusing on your heart health, and taking steps now can make a big difference. Small changes, like following a healthier eating plan, can help you start down a path toward improved heart health.

One step you can take is following the DASH eating plan, which is a flexible and balanced way of eating that stands for Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension and was developed by the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute. Requiring no special foods, DASH provides daily and weekly nutritional goals to help lower two major risk factors for heart disease: high blood pressure and high LDL (bad) cholesterol.

Being more physically active, managing stress, getting quality sleep and not smoking combined with DASH can put you on a path toward a healthy heart for life.

Encouraging others to join you on your heart-health journey can also be rewarding. Research shows social support and personal networks make it more likely you’ll stick to healthy habits like eating healthy.

Sharing heart-healthy recipes with family and friends is an added bonus, and these DASH-friendly meals can help you take the guesswork out of putting nutritious dinners on the table. Greek-Style Flank Steaks with Tangy Yogurt Sauce offer the bold flavors of the Mediterranean while Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Vegetables is as easy to make as it is colorful. For a complementary combination of pork and sweet fruit flavor, these Baked Pork Chops with Apple Cranberry Sauce are perfect to serve alongside brown rice or steamed broccoli.

Learn more about heart health and find DASH-friendly recipes at nhlbi.nih.gov/DASH.

Recipe courtesy of the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute

Prep time: 25 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Servings: 4

Marinade:

1/4 cup lemon juice

1 tablespoon olive oil 2 teaspoons fresh oregano, rinsed, dried and chopped

1 tablespoon garlic, minced (2-3 cloves) 1 beef flank steak (12 ounces)

Yogurt Sauce:

1 cup cucumber, peeled, seeded and chopped

1 cup nonfat plain yogurt

2 tablespoons lemon juice

1 tablespoon fresh dill, rinsed, dried and chopped

1 tablespoon garlic, minced (2-3 cloves)

1/2 teaspoon salt

To make marinade: In large bowl, combine lemon juice, olive oil, oregano and garlic.

Lay steak in flat container with sides and pour marinade over steak. Marinate at least

20 minutes, or up to 24 hours, turning several times.

To make yogurt sauce: Combine cucumber, yogurt, lemon juice, dill, garlic and salt. Set yogurt sauce aside at least 15 minutes to blend flavors. Sauce can be prepared up to 1 hour in advance and refrigerated.

Preheat broiler to high with rack 3 inches from heat source.

Broil steak about 10 minutes on each side to minimum internal temperature of 145 F. Let cool 5 minutes before carving.

Slice thinly across grain into 12 slices.

Serve three slices with 1/2 cup yogurt sauce.

Tip: Serve in sandwich with pita bread, lettuce and tomato.

Preheat oven to 350 F. To prepare salmon: Mix teriyaki sauce, mirin, rice vinegar, scallions and ginger well. Pour over salmon and marinate 10-15 minutes.

Remove salmon from marinade. Place salmon on baking sheet. Bake 10-15 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with fork in thickest part and reaches minimum internal temperature of 145 F.

To prepare vegetables: Thaw frozen vegetables in microwave or place bag in bowl of hot water about 10 minutes. In large wok or saute pan, heat oil. Add garlic, ginger and scallions; cook gently, but do not brown, 30-60 seconds.

Add vegetables and continue stir-frying 2-3 minutes, or until heated through. Add soy sauce. Serve one piece of salmon with 1 cup vegetables.

Remove pork chops from pan, place on nonstick baking sheet and bake 10 minutes to minimum internal temperature of 160 F.

To make sauce: Add chicken broth to saute pan and stir to loosen brown bits from pork chops. Set aside.

In small saucepan over medium heat, cook grated apples, cinnamon stick and bay leaf until apples begin to soften.

Add cranberries, orange juice and reserved broth. Bring to boil then lower heat to gentle simmer. Simmer 10 minutes, or until cranberries are plump and apples are tender. Remove cinnamon stick.

Peel orange and cut into eight sections. Serve one pork chop with 1/4 cup sauce and two orange segments.

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Teriyaki-Glazed Salmon with Stir-Fried Vegetables

Baked Pork Chops with Apple Cranberry Sauce

Greek-Style Flank Steak with Tangy Yogurt Sauce