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Supervisors present at the Aug. 16 meeting had a chance to chat with the new director earlier in the morning and expressed optimism with Schaeffer coming on“Iboard.feltthat the engagement and energy that Evelyn will be bringing to the county is just what we need right now,” said District 4 Supervisor/Chair Lori Parlin.District 3 Supervisor Wendy Thomas said she has full confidence Schaeffer will be a wonderful fit, serving in what she called a “critical role.” “We were all just very EvELYN JUSTUS “Ours is a story of never giving up on each other.” Tim Cramer, newlywed Image courtesy of Ring Power Corporation EDSO has been authorized to purchase a Rook Armored Critical Incident vehicle, seen here with the armored personnel platform attachment. funding for most of the $520,000 purchase comes from the Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians.
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The El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office will have to make more room in its garage after getting the go-ahead to purchase a $520,000 Rook Armored Critical Incident Vehicle. The modified Caterpillar with a cab has ballistic resistant glass and NIJ certified level IV armor. It can be operated by a driver or remotely and accessories include a hydraulic breaching ram fitted with low-light cameras that provide a 360-degree field of vision, a grapple claw with 4,500 pounds of lift capacity, a vehicle extraction tool designed to move or immobilize vehicles/ obstructions and an armored personnel platform with eight shooting ports, ballistic glass and the ability to extend to upper levels of a two- or threestory building. The vehicle also comes with a custom transport trailer plus a 24-month total machine warranty in the vehicle and a 12-month warranty on the attachments and accessories. The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians will fund 96% of the cost with the other 4% coming from an EDSO special revenue fund. “They agreed to pay for it because they saw a need for public safety reasons,” county Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton told the Board of Supervisors at its Aug. 16 meeting.Thesupervisors approved the purchase 4-0 as part of its consent calendar but not before some residents questioned the need for the military-style piece of“Theequipment.firstthing that I thought of is the Sears wish book,” said Joe Connolly of Diamond Springs, who noted El Dorado County’s low crime rate. “It seems kind of frivolous and unnecessary.”Onlinecommenter Ruth Michelson said she’d like to see “thorough justification for needing that (vehicle) in a rural county.”Speaking on the phone, Sheriff John D’Agostini explained the vehicle’s versatility gives it the Mountain Democrat staff El Dorado County sheriff’s personnel are looking for a man who got separated from his group while hiking from Bassi Falls back to a parking area Saturday afternoon.PerryJustus, 52, is described as caucasian with brown hair and eyes, weighing about 175 pounds and standing about 5 feet, 11 inches tall. A missing person flyer put out by the El Dorado County Sheriff’s Office notes Justus was wearing a gray T-shirt, blue swim shorts and hiking boots at the time of his disappearance. He also has tattoos — an angel on his right shoulder and a pheonix on the leftJustusshoulder.was last seen around 2:30 p.m. Aug. 13.Bassi Falls, a popular destination in summer, is located east of Union Valley Reservoir in the
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Couple comes ‘full circle’ in dining hall wedding Eric Jaramishian Staff writer Homeless and battling alcohol addiction, two individuals met at a crucial time in their lives about five years ago at Green ValleyTheyChruch.stillfrequent the Upper Room Dining Hall in Placerville now as regular volunteers, sobered, employed and, most recently, married. It was only fitting for Tim Cramer and Josette Lee-Yetter (soon to be Cramer) to seal the deal at the dining hall Aug. 15, the first wedding ceremony to be conducted at the nonprofit’s upper Broadway“Everythinglocation.hasreally come full circle,” Josette Mountain Democrat photo by Eric Jaramishian Tim Cramer and Josette Lee-Yetter, previously homeless, celebrate after tying the knot at the Upper Room Dining Hall in Placerville Aug. 15.
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John “Jack” Howard Killam June 15, 1935 – June 30, 2022 John “Jack” Howard Killam, 87, of Placerville, Calif., went home to be with the Lord on June 30. Jack was born in New London, Connecticut June 15, 1935 to Frances May Worchester and Walter Milton Killam. After graduating from Windham High School in 1953, he served in the U.S. Army from 1955-58, shortly after he earned a B.S. in business administration in 1962. In 1966, Jack and Melba Jean Stephens of Mountain View, Calif., married. They celebrated their 56th wedding anniversary just prior to his passing. Jack spent 35 years as an administrator and facilities coordinator for Itek Corporation, a U.S defense contractor, whose reconnaissance cameras flew in U-2 and SR-71 aircraft. During his working years and later in retirement, he enjoyed tinkering, trout fishing, playing golf, gardening, bird watching, wood working, jazz music, smoking his pipe, restoring classic Fords and going to garage and estate sales. He loved socializing with friends and spending time with his immediate and extended family. He was a proud member of fishing clubs in the Bay Area and Placerville. Jack is survived by his wife Melba, sons John and Jason, four grandchildren, one sibling and a niece. Memorial services will be held at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery, 5810 Midway Road, Dixon, Calif., on Aug. 24, at noon. Memorial donations may be made in Jack’s name to the American Heart Association. Leila Ann Heath (Waisner) sept. 1, 1947 – Aug. 12, 2022 Leila Ann Heath (Waisner), age 74 of Springdale, Ark., passed away on Aug. 12 after complications from surgery. Leila, born on Sept. 1, 1947, grew up in Camino, Calif. She is survived by her husband Jim, her sons Jason and Justin, nine grandchildren, and her sisters Wanda, Janie, and Brenda. No services will be held. Helen Marie Kozar o ct. 10, 1923 – Aug. 9, 2022 On Aug. 9 Helen Marie Kozar passed away at the age of 98 comfortably at home in the presence of her family and has joined her loving Joe in Heaven. Helen was born in Escanaba, Mich. on Oct. 10, 1923. She graduated Escanaba High School as Helen Marie Urbom where she met the love of her life and future husband Joseph Kozar. They married in 1943 in Pensacola, Fla, while he was training as a naval aviator. After numerous moves with the military they settled in San Pedro, Calif., where they continued to raise their five children. In 1964 the family moved to Orange Calif., and as their family grew Helen and Joe became accomplished square dancers. They moved to Shingle Springs in 1981 where they continued square dancing and quickly met a wonderful group of friends and had a very full social life. Helen was an extremely talented and creative person. She was an expert seamstress, cook and baker and was a contributing member to the St. Patrick’s Ladies Society. But most of all she was the absolute BEST mother, grandmother and greatgrandmother and was loved and adored by all her family, including her many friends and neighbors and anyone who was lucky enough to know her! She outlived her siblings and most friends. She is survived by her children Lynn Marie Kozar, Mark Donald Kozar, Victoria Kozar Roberts, Deborah K. Pino and James Joseph Kozar. She is also survived by 10 loving grandchildren and 15 greatHelengrandchildren.attributedher good health and longevity to good living and a nightly bowl of ice cream! She will be greatly missed by all, but always present in our hearts. A mass will be held Monday, Aug. 29, 11 a.m. at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 3109 Sacramento St., Placerville.
Thelma Burlingame, also known as Teddi Burlingame, went to heaven on July 25, due to congestive heart failure. She was 95 years old and the last remaining charter member of Christian Life Center, now known as The Ridge Church in Pollock Pines, Calif. She lived a rich and full life. As an employee in the casting department of 20th Century Fox in Southern Calif., for many years, she interacted with many, many movie stars. After coming to Camino, she worked for Pony Express Real Estate doing office work. She and her friend Ellen Jensen, went on many cruises and trips seeing the world. She is survived by her step-mother Eunice Burlingame of Placerville, Calif.; her niece Diana Brown and her family of Roseville, Calif.; her nephew Joseph Burlingame, and his family of Sacramento, Calif.; her niece Karen Swaney and her family of Clearfield, Utah; her step-brother Russell Erwin and his family of Elk Grove, Calif.; and many, many friends.
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Claude Edward Sipe passed peacefully from this world on Aug. 7, with family by his side. Born December 17, 1939, in Stockton, Calif., he spent most of his life in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and graduated from Sonora High School with the class of 1957. Claude joined the U.S. Navy for a Kiddie Cruise at the age of 17 in 1957 where he attended electrician school and graduated near the top of his class. Afterward, he was stationed at Long Beach, Calif. on the USS Yorktown. After serving a successful tour of duty, he was discharged from the Navy on his 21st birthday on Dec. 17, married his first wife Joan on Dec. 18, and moved back to Northern Calif. on Dec. 19. Once in Sacramento, Claude landed a job as a janitor with the telephone company. He worked for Pacific Bell for 30 years, starting in Sacramento but quickly moving up in the company and working his way back to the foothills. He worked in Grass Valley, Auburn and finally Placerville, ending his career as the fleet manager responsible for all the Pacific Telephone Company vehicles in 16 California counties — a feat he was particularly proud of. During his time in Placerville, Claude met his soul mate Connie Rutherfurd (Cleveland) of Placerville. They were married on Sept. 28, 1985, and shared a life of adventure that included boating, fishing, camping, RVing, square dancing, traveling, restoring classic cars, driving their Model A and other assorted mischief. Claude is especially known for his square dance calling, which he started in 1973. He organized and founded several square dance clubs in the Grass Valley and Placerville areas, including the Apple Jacks and Jills Club of Camino. He was a nationally and internationally known caller, calling dances as far away as Oklahoma City, St. Louis, Missouri and Alberta, Canada. Claude was preceded in death by his youngest son Steve Sipe of Sacramento. He is survived by sister Claire Booker of Galveston, Texas; sister Dorothy Alleman of Medford, Ore.; son Jerry Sipe of Quincy, California; grandson Justin Sipe of Reno, Nev.; granddaughter Allison Sipe of Berkeley, Calif.; wife Connie Sipe; and numerous other children, grandchildren and greatgrandchildren through his marriage to Connie. Services at the Veterans Cemetery in Dixon, Calif. will be private. A public celebration of life will be held on Aug. 21 from 2-5 p.m. at the Federated Church in Placerville at 1031 Thompson Way. In lieu of flowers please consider donating to Snowline Hospice of Placerville or donating blood in Claude’s name.
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Jan. 28, 1970 - Aug. 5, 2022 Robert G. Keeler 52, passed away at his home in Cameron Park, Calif., on Aug. 5. Robert was preceded in death by his mother, Susan L. Teves 48, and father, Jon G. Keeler 73. He was the proud father of his beloved children, Jonathan R. Keeler and Hailee M. Keeler. He is survived by his sister Deedra Johnson, his brothers Kristopher and James Keeler, and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Robert proudly served in the U.S. Army from 1988-96 with the 24th Infantry Division, 3rd Engineer Battalion and separated as a Sergeant (E-6). While serving, he participated in Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm and was a part of the United States attack on the Euphrates River Valley in Iraq. He often attributed his leadership skills to his military service. Robert began his career at Sutter Health in 1996, where he continued to work until his passing. He was an admired and trusted leader in Information Technology. Robert wanted to inspire his children to seek advanced education and led by example. He enrolled with University of Phoenix to obtain a bachelor of science, graduating with honors in 2008.Heloved all things sports and sports of all kinds, whether it was playing or watching them. Over the years, he coached his brothers, son and daughter in many basketball and soccer teams. He loved every minute of coaching and was proud of every young athlete he had the privilege to coach. Robert also enjoyed camping, fishing and riding his Harley Davidson all over Northern California. He was known for his good sense of humor and elaborate storytelling.Robert’slife will be celebrated privately by family and friends.
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Claude Edward Sipe Dec. 17, 1939 – Aug. 7, 2022
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• Wear personal protective equipment (mask, gloves, gown) if you can’t avoid close contact with someone who has symptoms.“Forpeople who have had recent contact with someone experiencing MPX-like symptoms or who have been diagnosed with MPX, post-exposure prophylaxis may be available in the form of the Jynneos vaccine,” Williams added. “Because the vaccine supply is currently limited, it’s being directed for use only if the person involved has been identified through public-health case investigation or contact tracing activities as having been at risk for exposure to the virus.” People who think they have been exposed to the monkeypox virus can call El Dorado County Public Health at (530) 621-6100, Option 3, for more information and guidance. The county has also created a website dedicated to this topic: tinyurl.com/3apt5kh2. “Although plausible, it’s extremely unlikely for someone to acquire this illness from incidental and brief contact with people or surfaces.”
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In order to effectively treat your neuropathy 3 factors must be determined. Our advanced treatment method has 3 main goals What is underlyingthecause?1 How much nerve damage has been sustained?2 How much treatment will your condition require?3 BlowIncreaseow1 Stimulate small ber nerves2 Decrease brain based pain3 Healthy Blood Vessels Diseased Blood Vessels Nerves Shrivel when Blood Vessels Weak and Disappear Figure 1 Healthy NervePeripheral neuropathy is a result of damage to the nerves often causing weakness, pain, numbness, tingling, and may also lead to serious balance problems. This damage is commonly caused by a lack of blood ow to the nerves in the hands and feet. If not properly treated this lack of blood ow may cause the nerves to degenerate. As you can see in Figure 1, as the blood vessels surrounding the nerves become diseased they shrink and shrivel. This process hastens the ow of vital nutrients to the nerves required to remain healthy. When these nerves begin to “die” it could lead to balance problems, pain, numbness, tingling and burning symptoms in the hands and feet. IS A PROGRESSIVE CONDITION! FREE TREATMENT AVAILABLE. ACT NOW one of 280 states Williams in a news release. “The disease is now being called ‘MPX’ (pronounced ‘M-pox’) because, despite the name of the virus, it is not really a disease of monkeys. While news of the growing outbreak may understandably have caused some people to worry, it’s important to understand that the current risk to the public is low.” As of Aug. 11, there have been 1,945 cases of MPX reported in California, according to the California Department of Public Health. Of those, 82 are in Sacramento County, five in Placer County and one in El Dorado County. The data are regularly updated by CDPH. To access the most current state data and for the latest statewide information on MPX visit the CDPH website at bit.ly/MPXinCA. MPX is an illness that resembles smallpox. It starts with symptoms like fever and chills, followed by a rash. The rash can be painful and take weeks to resolve, but the illness is, overall, much less severe than smallpox and is rarely fatal. MPX in humans is usually associated with exposure to rodents or other animals in Central and West African countries and not normally spread through person-to-person contact. However, this outbreak is different.“Thecases being diagnosed all seem to involve people who have had prolonged skin-to-skin contact with other people,” states Williams. “Nearly all MPX cases identified during the current international outbreak have occurred in people with multiple (often numerous and/or anonymous) sexual partners and who self-identify as men who have sex with men. Although plausible, it’s extremely unlikely for someone to acquire this illness from incidental and brief contact with people orMostsurfaces.”people can avoid MPX by following diseasepreventingrecommendationsstandardforinfectioustransmission:
Iknow a guy who knows a guy whose cousin Manny is one of the “actual guys.” Manny can turn a sow’s ear into a silk purse before lunch. He gets the worm before the early bird has had his morning cappuccino. In less than two weeks Manny has secured the rights to the “Mysteries of Mar-a-Lago” TV special already scheduled for late October. A dozen or more boxes, satchels and suitcases will be opened for the first time on camera by Justice Department o cials. According to a couple of wags in the know, “All hell’s gonna break loose.” The reveal “will beThewild.”producers, of course, have already cracked the mysteries and will heavily edit the final script and footage. Manny shared a lot of detail with a few “guys,” so I can tell you what “will be wild” and what will just be ho-hum for the average viewer. If you compare the final show to “Mysteries of the Titanic” and/ or “Treasures of Al Capone’s Vault” as seen on TV a few years ago, you’d be at least halfright.There are separate and distinct categories of mystery. Kim Jong Un grabs a fair piece of the program. The raunchy selfies Kim swapped for a peek at some low-level nuclear codes are worth the price of the ticket alone. Hand-written notes reference a cache of naughty pix coming in return from Mar-a-Lago, but none have turned up so far. Vladimir Putin and (Russia) are fully represented in the trove of secrets. The complete transcript and translation of the president’s infamous, private, two-hour diplomacy meeting with Putin in Helsinki is hysterical. They dickered about zoning and building regulations, golden showers and kickback fees for a chain of hotel/ resorts Russia-wide. They traded no-holds-barred impressions of world leaders, including American politicians Mitch (the B***h) McConnell and Kevin (Brain Dead) McCarthy. Boris Johnson and Emanuel Macron caught a load of “incoming” as well. The president wet himself during Putin’s “nasty woman” sendup of Hillary Clinton, the transcript describes practically dripping with glee. Biden and Obama were vilely reviled as one wouldInterpreterexpect.notes indicate NATO’s long-range missile capabilities drew a more sober tone but not for long. The president reprised his first sword dance in Saudi Arabia singing Queen’s ”We will, we will rock you” for dramatic e ect. Putin laughed so hard he snorted caviar up his nose. This led to even more zaniness, according to the transcripts. Real-time video shows Eric and Don Jr. tossing the “nuclear briefcase” (aka the “football) around the Oval O ce when no national security people were in the room. The transcripts note that the boys’ routine was a fairly common event that drew appreciative cheers from West Wing staRudy. Giuliani comes and goes, always peddling some half-hatched scheme, hair product or orchid farm in Minnesota. Ivanka and Jared were unaccountably polite and patient with him. Obviously they didn’t want Rudy horning in on their side-gig turf so they distracted and redirected him
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Getting our money’s worth IEDITOR:cringe a little when I read a story in the Mountain Democrat regarding the “homeless” and posters say things like El Dorado County needs to invest money to stop the homeless or people say they don’t want to spend any money on the homeless to stop homeless camps. California taxpayers already passed laws that should provide housing and treatment for those who are mentally ill. The Mental Health Services Act was passed by the voters in 2004 and that has generated billions of dollars in taxes to solve the issue of mentally ill in homeless camps. There is a commission that oversees funds generated given directly to the counties. So the issue of mental health of the homeless is no longer a financial one and falls into the same criteria as homeless children, veterans or working poor who all have tax revenues set aside to address these issues. What our community is left to deal with are the drug abusers and those people who want to live on the fringe of society. And, let’s be honest, it’s almost impossible to force people to live their lives a di erent way than they choose. To sum up, Californians have imposed taxes to resolves this issue to the point that money isn’t the issue, especially considering the tremendous budget surplus. What the voters of the state should do is hold the politicians responsible to ensure we are getting our money’s worth.
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The choices made IEDITOR:justread “Enough with the rhetoric” and am always amazed at the “positivity” many people feel toward building homeless “shelters.”
Perks Court shelter IEDITOR:believe the sheri ’s department location would be the best location for the homeless facility. It would be cheaper and faster to work with the present infrastructure. Perks Court is going to require installation of infrastructure and, depending on the building codes, there’s the possibility that they would have to upgrade up to Missouri Flat Road.
How many of you have seen the devastating, disgusting and dangerous aftermath of a “homeless encampment” left behind? Tons, and I mean tons, of garbage, needles, drug paraphernalia, broken glass, bed frames, feces, broken down tents, nasty clothes and torn blankets left behind for someone else to clean up. Even a dog will not poop where he sleeps.Thepeople who choose to live like this have no respect, regard or consideration for our beautiful forests, the neighboring communities, businesses or people who want to enjoy the beauty of our county. One wonders why so many people are opposed to having a homeless shelter in their neighborhood? I dare those of you who have never been to a homeless encampment to take a walk on the wild side and visit one, if you have the moxie to do so. If they leave these places so filthy and trashed, what makes you think they will respect a “clean” place to lay their head? What many of you do not know is that a huge percentage of homeless people choose that lifestyle. No rules, free government money, drugs and alcohol galore, no bills, no commitments, no responsibility whatsoever. No clean up. Sure, many are mentally ill, but if they have the ability to buy food, alcohol and drugs and don’t wish to seek help, there is nothing that can be done. This is not a one-size-fits-all situation. For those homeless due to circumstances beyond their control, they are the ones we need to focus on, not spend millions of dollars enhancing the lives of those who choose homelessness and know where to get all the freebies. Sheri D’Agostini had the perfect solution, but it was shot down because he would not tolerate drugs or alcohol, the very demons that are destroying our country’s and our county’s youth. My brother chooses his lifestyle, as do many homeless persons I have talked to. It’s their choice. So let’s focus on those who do not want to be homeless. It’s money better spent. Help change the lives of those who want to change.GAEL ANNPollockFILGATEPines
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W hen “experts”Ukraine,attackedRussia said the country would fall within days. It Onehasn’t.reason is that the Russian military wasn’t as e ective as people thought.Another is that Ukrainians surprised the world courageouslyby defending their country. A third reason is that volunteers from everywhere stepped in to help. People with combat experience joined Ukraine’s Foreign Legion. Doctors, nurses and others with medical experience are keeping the country’s healthcare system going. Several thousand others do humanitarian work, like distributing food and medicine.Formyvideo this week, Stossel TV executive producer Maxim Lott went to Ukraine to record them at work. He rode along with ambulance driver Didrik Gunnestad, a 27-year-old volunteer from Norway. Gunnestad delivered supplies and then he drove sick people out of dangerous areas. “It was learning by doing,” he says. Ambulances were desperately needed. “Most things that happen here are done by volunteers, not government o Tomcials.”Palmer, an American with the Atlas Network think tank, raised more than $1 million in aid for Ukraine. He flew it to Poland and then drove some of it into Ukraine himself. He worked with Ukrainian volunteers to find out where aid was most needed. “It was just astonishing to see this network emerge,” says Palmer. “It wasn’t centrally directed ... (Volunteers) solved a lot of micro problems that big hierarchies can’t see.” The volunteers also reduce waste. “There is a lot of loss (in big charities like the Red Cross),” says Gunnestad. “Not that someone is skimming o the top; it’s just the cost of being a big organization.”Governments are even more bureaucratic. Poland’s government does want to help Ukraine, but its bureaucracy often makes it hard. When Gunnestad and Lott went to a depot where Gunnestad had previously picked up donated goods, they found that the bureaucracy had changed the rules. Now Gunnestad was supposed to write a letter to the Polish government to get supplies. Since they didn’t have time to wait, they leftEvenempty-handed.theUkrainian government makes it needlessly hard for volunteers to deliver goods. They force most everyone to wait in long lines at the borders. When Lott and Gunnestad crossed this summer, there were still mile-long lines. Ambulances, at least, are generally allowed to skip the line. “But sometimes there’s a guard who doesn’t like it,” says Gunnestad. “We have had patients almost dying because of guards like that.” As he drove past the long line of trucks, he sighed and said, “I feel so sorry for the drivers of the
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County Human Resources Director Joseph Carruesco said the recruitment process that began in April 2022 resulted in 28 applicants, of which the top 11 candidates were selected to move forward in the hiring process. “It was a very involved and tedious process, but necessary,” Carruesco told the supervisors. Candidates went through several interviews, meeting with HHSA leaders, community health leaders, local commissioners and county department heads. The top two candidates were chosen after that rigorous process and then interviewed by Chief Administrative Officer Don Ashton and Carruesco. Schaeffer will replace interim HHSA Director Daniel Del Monte, who took on the role in late April 2022 following the resignation of Don Semon earlier that month. Del Monte will transition back to his previous role as HHSA chief assistant director. “I think he did a fantastic job while he stepped in,” Carruesco noted. is here for you if bothered by someone else’s drinking. Call for meeting times. (916) comthttps://sacal-anon.blogspot.334-2970. DORADO COUNTY AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Dedicated to all aspects of ham radio. Meetings held on the third Tuesday of each month at the El Dorado Sheriff’s office, 200 Industrial Drive, Placerville, 6:30 pm. Visitors and non-hams welcome. Info at www.edcarc.net LEARN & PLAY CRIBBAGE Cribbage is a fun, fast paced game that will surely keep you on your toes! **All skill levels **Learn to play by ACC Rules (American Cribbage Congress) **Beginner instruction available **Compete in weekly Cribbage Calltournaments.916-768-4452 for more information. Gold Country Cribbers play Thursday afternoon 1:00 pm at the Moni Gilmore Sr Center, 990 Lassen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA. 95762 Ready for real change?
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Nalewaja invited Schaeffer to meet with party members to discuss project alternatives. She also noted that El Dorado County is “a constitutional county.”“Wevalue our rights. We value our Constitution. We value our freedom,” Nalewaja said. “Don’t mess with that and we’re going to love you and we’re going to welcome you to stay as long as you like.”
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Read about and comment on each puzzle: nytimes.com/wordplay. ANSWER TO PREVIOUS PUZZLE DUET FRAY MMA INLAW PROMOTION STEPH RESCUEDOG SOCIALITE RAGER TOTEMS COMEDY PRICES TUTU RIVAL TOOTHPICK AGE SLURPEE NAE MASSEUSES RETRY LINK ARCHES PUPUSA DOCILE ONEIL BOWLGAMES SPACETIME HIALL TIREFIRES TRIBE SNL TODD SLAW The New York Times Syndication Sales Corporation 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release Saturday, August 20, 2022 Edited by Will Shortz No. 0716Crossword 1234 567 8910 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 2425 26 27 2829 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 3738 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 Saturday, August 20, 2022 NEW YORK TIMES CROSSWORD Stossel Continued from A4 trucks. Some could be in line for days or even a week!”Many of those truckers are trying to bring in needed supplies, but “they were only allowing 400 Ukrainian trucks per day,” says Palmer. “That’s just nothing. Why couldn’t they bring in more? If you need to inspect them, get more inspectors!” The bureaucracy didn’t. “You have maybe seven checkpoints, but only two are open,” complains Gunnestad. “They could at least open all seven.” Lott notes, “Volunteers can’t do everything. They don’t supply the military or provide fuel. But they are saving lives.”
For example, Gunnestad’s team picks up patients at overburdened hospitals and takes them to less busy facilities. They also deliver supplies to neglected Ukrainian hospitals. Gunnestad says small hospitals often get nothing from the government or the Red Cross. “We have a chance to help places that’s forgotten,” heYousays.can help Gunnestad do this work by donating to his GoFundMe page. It’s a way to help Ukrainians without taking the risks Gunnestad does. His ambulance has been hit with bullets. Fortunately, no volunteer has been hit. “I always have been the person who runs into dangerous situations,” he says. “I think this work is so meaningful that I’m willing to die for it.” John Stossel is creator of Stossel TV and author of “Give Me a Break: How I Exposed Hucksters, Cheats, and Scam Artists and Became the Scourge of the Liberal Media.”
Daley Continued from A4 taken with your expertise, your diligence and your compassionate approach,” Thomas shared prior to theDistrictvote. 1 Supervisor John Hidahl noted all the changes and challenges HHSA will face in the coming months/years and said he appreciated Schaeffer’s diversity of expertise. “That’s what you bring to the table is that visionary opportunity and the drive to make it happen.” District 2 Supervisor George Turnboo called Schaeffer “a big asset” for the county. Several members of the public welcomed Schaeffer during public comment, some noting she has many challenges ahead.
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LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). When something happens easily, it feels fated. In today’s case something falls together and gets tied up in the bow of destiny. Note the difference between “easy” and “automatic,” which is more an indicator of habit than fate. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). A flurry of new people and challenges comes with the chaos of a new venture. It will be invigorating to dance with the disorder instead of attempting to control it. Eventually things will order themselves. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). The dance of relationships is one of stepping back to get closer. Honor your need for space and become sensitized to the spatial needs of others. The oxygen in these spaces is what makes togetherness spark. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). Today’s project may not seem like a fertile ground for self-expression, but with your imagina tion it won’t be too hard to find an approach that elevates. Somewhere inside every job is an opportunity to be fully yourself. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Ask for what you need. In doing so you’ll create the change that sets off a hundred other improvements. You may not have the support you want now, but it will come eventually. Meanwhile, be your own champion. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Remember the time when the unexpected change shook up your perspective and then some thing truly positive came out of it? That’s great because it will happen again. When it goes a bit sideways, hang in there.
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ARIES (March 21-April 19). Bad habits ultimately deplete; good habits ultimately fortify. You might feel tired after you exercise, but in the long term it makes you stronger. A new pursuit will follow a similar rhythm with short-term pain long-term gain. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). It may feel important to declare your boundaries. Relationships are defined by actions, not words. When it’s not going strictly by your rules, just remem ber that you can go by your own rules, and that’s what matters.
Ryan Wilson and Hurst were leaders at receiver and corner last season.When they face off against as receiver and corner in practice it’s a fierce“We’rebattle.best friends so Devon knows all my moves,” said Wilson, who noted he also knows all of Hurst’s moves. In the seven games that have stats available, the pair combined to catch 39 passes for 542 yards with four trips to the end zone. Defensively they are equally impressive as Wilson had two sacks and three interceptions while Hurst had two sacks and one pick. Against Woodland Hurst added 11 tackles. When Mahaffey goes against the pair in practice he said, “it’s definitely challenging. “I have to think very smart.” Cody Howard and James Hall have also emerged as upcoming defenders.Thedefensive coordinator is Darren Jonutz, who held the same position at Oak Ridge and helped lead the Trojans to a 2019 Division I Section title. “The biggest hire for me coming in was getting coach Jonutz,” Placek said. “He brings a next-level sense of intensity to the game of football. There isn’t a single rep that he’s going to let go by. If he sees somebody who’s not performing at our exceptional level, he’s gonna let them hear about it. He’s the most intense guy on the field at all times.” Up front the team lost two-way lineman Jakob Bell, who now plays at Black Hills State University. The Cougars now have an offensive line consisting of guys like Dusty Roberts, Huch Hatch, Austin Hennefer, Owen Phillips and Jesse Eutsey competing for the five jobs. “They are very hard workers and they’re very close, all of them, the whole line,” Mahaffey said. “They really challenge each other on and off the field.”
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GEMINI (May 21-June 21). A calm mind makes you better at just about everything. getting to that calm mind is an essential discipline to learn and eventually master. You may even create a method of calming that’s unique to you, yet helpful to many. CANCER (June 22-July 22). For the most part, you’re a lover, not a fighter. Still, some things are worth fighting for. Today it’s enough just to notice what they are and experience the surge of feeling that comes with appreciating them. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You’ll employ your talent for sensing the motives of others. You’ll counteract any force threaten ing your goals. It will be strategic to keep your plans secret. Relatedly, an effective use of silence will make a statement that words cannot. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Your network keeps giving. You’ll learn what you need to get to the next place then return with a long list of new questions to ask. The more you know, the more comfortable you get with the reality that you’ll never know it all.
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Mountain Democrat photo by Thomas Frey El Dorado is primed for an SVC run under new head coach Kevin Placek who came from Oak Ridge. All offseason guys like Anthony Mahaffey, Ryan Wilson and Devon Hurst have led the team through offseason work like they have never done before.
Thomas Frey Staff writer Under new head coach Kevin Placek the El Dorado football team has worked hard and efficiently in new ways this offseason. A season ago the Cougars were led by junior quarterback Anthony Mahaffey, his first go as varsity quarterback. They started 3-0 before finishing the season 4-5. Despite missing games due to injury at the end of the season, Mahaffey finished third in El Dorado County’s passing yards. “We got him hooked up early on with NorCal Passing Academy and coach (Paul) Doherty down in Folsom and that really helped kickstart his development as a passer,” Placek said. At the Passing Academy he was joined by wide receivers Ryan Wilson, Devon Hurst, Devon Finau and Jason Wilson each week, as they worked to get better inch by inch. “All we’ve been doing since we heard that coach Placek got the job was just work,” Mahaffey said. “We’ve been putting in so much work, just preparing to hopefully get to a playoff game this year.”
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Powell, Prichard and McNabb will all also be playing on both sides of thePowellball. led the team in pass deflections last season while adding 37 tackles. This year he also will line up on the outside as wide receiver. Since Powell and Prichard got to Union Mine they have been pushing each other and now they are both expected to fill big shoes on the “We’reoffense.hardon each other,” Powell said. “We push each other every practice.”UnionMine begins its league title defense at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 19 at home against Dixon.
Thomas Frey Staff writer That cold November night against Casa Roble still lives in the minds of Union Mine football players. Down 35-33 with no time on the clock, the Diamondbacks fell less than an inch short of tying up their playoff game on a 2-point classAboutonbuthavejuniorBrodyPowell,fellowMineshowkidstakethenAndrewtheirallyearmembersyearincomingdefeat.withhopelesslyInstead,conversion.bodiescollapsedonthefieldthedifficultyof“Iknowalotoftheseniorsthiswhowerekeyoftheteamlasthavebeenworkingoffseasonperfectingcrafts,”saidseniorDuran.“Andwe’vebeentryingtoalotoftheyoungerunderourwingsandthemhowUnionreallyworks.”Duran,alongwithseniorsPeytonChasePrichard,McNabbandChristianGrant,playedbigbeforetheywillbecountedlikeneverbefore.10guysfromtheof2022moved on to play at the junior college level, including quarterback and Sierra Valley Conference Player of the Year Calvin Owens. Defensive coordinator Kirk Anderson is the new recordingcountlessfearlessly,Heimpossiblefootballfirstteamwayreallyteam,”doingundertakingyearmyexcitedbuiltmomentumreallyAndersonincoachesschoolwe’respecial8-2steppedheadDiamondbackscoachasMattRaydownafteranseason.“Ithinkit’sprettyknowingthatinvestedintheandwehavewhoareinvestedourprogram,”said.“We’reworkingtokeepthethatwe’vefromlastyear.”It’sahireplayersareabout.“CoachAndersonwaspositioncoachlastsoinsteadofjustthelinebackershiswinghe’sjustthatwiththewholeDuransaid.“I’vestartedtolovethehe’smakingthisawholeteam.”LastyearwasDuran’sseasonplayinganditwastotell.playedlinebackercrashinginforcollisions.After17tacklesinhis
Mountain Democrat photo by Eric Jaramishian. Bride Josette Lee-Yetter puts a ring on groom Tim Cramer’s finger.
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Continued from A1 said. “We are here where it all began, sitting at these tables and around all the people who saw us through.”Itwasa landmark day for both the married couple and the Upper Room. “I’m so overwhelmed by the generosity of everybody here in the Upper Room and how much we are truly celebrated and genuinely appreciated,” Tim“Thissaid.is what it’s all about for me — to help people along their journey, connect the dots for them and get them the resources they need so they can be successful,” said Upper Room Program Director Karen Stinson. The wedding was officiated by Upper Room volunteer Lisa Nunes and catered by Off the Vine while the Placerville Garden Club provided flowers andBeforedecor.finding housing, kicking their addictions and opening their own business, they fatefully met through Green Valley Church, where Tim was volunteering with Christ Like Services. They eventually found work and a place to stay at a mobile home before renting a home in Placerville. “They both hustled and did what they had to do to get out of that situation,” Stinson said. This series of successes, over the course of five years, led them to start up Heaven Sent Concierge, an elder assistance business that offers transportation and errand services. Through their belief in Christ, they are victorious, said the newlyweds. “I have personally achieved peace with my homelessness, my battle with alcoholism and the price tag on that, which I never thought I would personally achieve,” Josette said. Tim, first of the pair to get sober, recalled people discouraging their relationship. “If I had listened to those people, this beautiful relationship that we have now would never have come to fruition,” Tim said. “Ours is a story of never giving up on each other.”
first four career games, he ended the season with six straight games of nine or more tackles — 12 in the“He’sfinale.the quarterback on our defense. His football IQ is definitely one of the best that I’ve been around,” Anderson said. “He leads by example with his work ethic in the classroom, in the weight room and on the field. He is definitely a role model on campus.” This year Duran is adding an extra element to his game — fullback. Along the trenches is another together.”groupsaid.justtheThey’velike,withclass.upandreturnerClark.AlijahKing,oldernextlinemanfront.recordedthanroutinelywayonlyfreshmanonHetwo-waytough-as-nails,playerinGrant.hasbeenstartingthelinesincehisyearandnothelpedpavetheforarungamethatrecordedmore200yardsbutalso42tacklesupAsanoffensivehehaslineduptoguystwoyearsthanhimlikeJaxonJamesMurphy,SmithandJackHeistheloneofthatbunchnowhewillbeliningnexttoguysfromhis“WhenIcameupeveryone,itwasIwasn’twiththem.beentogetherwholetimeandIkindoffitin,”Grant“Ifeellikewiththiswecanjustgrow
Mountain Democrat photos by Thomas Frey Union Mine’s Brody McNabb, Andrew Duran and Peyton Powell have been working since last season’s close playoff loss to get ready for another chance at championship glory.
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Thomas Frey Staff writer Green and silver helmets move like pinballs underneath the hot Shingle Springs sun each day as Ponderosa players practice routes, blocks and tackles to get ready for the 2022 football season. The Bruins are set to replace many of their starters from last season’s playoff team and have an eager bunch of athletes ready to show they are ready for Friday night lights at Simon Bruin Stadium. “It’s been hot out here but we got some young guys and we’re just fighting for everything,” said senior ChaseBobergBoberg.isone of the lone returners from last year’s squad that lost a playoff nail-biter at Dixon High School in“ChaseNovember.isprobably the best weapon we have offensively and he can line up all over the field and run and catch the ball,” said Ponderosa head coach Davy Johnson. “He’s kind of our explosive guy.”Boberg will be playing outside linebacker and wide receiver. Many of his teammates will be playing both sides of the ball. One of them is junior Aidan Alexander, who is assigned to the same positions as Boberg. On top of being a leader athletically, Alexander said Boberg has helped show him the ropes of varsity football. The pair will be the top targets for junior quarterback Austin Sanchez, who will step into the shoes of 2021 graduate Ryan Hardt. “Austin’s done a great job,” Johnson said. “His freshman year was his first year playing tackle football. They didn’t have a quarterback so we kind of threw him into the fire and he continues to improve everyday. He’s a true duel threat type of kid.” Sanchez was called up for one game last year on varsity and he helped the Bruins win 35-0 over Rio Linda. The rest of the season he played at the JV level where Alexander was one of his favorite receivers. “He was nervous at first,” Alexander said. “Now he throws the ball fast and easy and he seems more relaxed.”
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In practice they work against each other to get better each day. “We are just going 100% each play, trying our best and improving our technique and our steps,” Matranga said.The team chemistry greatly improved over the summer at a Southern Oregon University camp as the Bruins joined many other schools in the western region of the United States, including Oak Ridge and El Dorado in 7-on-7 drills. “The camaraderie part of it is the No. 1 reason we go up there,” Johnson said. “We go up there and get out of town and are together for three days. I think they did become closer as a team.” The Bruins will open at home against Rio Americano Aug. 19 at 7 p.m.
EDSO Continued from A1 ability to aid law enforcement in many different situations. “There are many times, just in the recent past, that I can describe where this would have been an extremely valuable tool,” D’Agostini said, sharing as an example, “When we had Highway 50 shut down … with a subject that was barricading himself inside the vehicle, we could literally have just picked the pickup up and moved it and reopened the highway and then dealt with the subject in a more safe manner.” The vehicle and its breaching ram would have come in handy during an incident in Cameron Park, the sheriff continued, as it would have allowed law enforcement a safer way to subdue a subject. D’Agostini also lauded the remote-control capability of the vehicle, explaining, “We can actually use it without having to put personnel in harm’s way.”
Mountain Democrat photo by Thomas Frey Aidan Alexander, Chase Boberg, Vincent Matranga and Mitchell Cordell are ready for Ponderosa’s football season to begin. Many new Bruins will be first-time starters this fall.
Junior left guard Mitchell Cordell also played with Sanchez on JV last year.“He makes sure everyone is in line in the huddle but he’s not super strict,” Cordell said. “He’s pretty fun.” Cordell, along with Vincent Matranga and Blake Fine, are among the new faces on the offensive line. Boberg said those guys are “like bowling balls who will block anyone — just strong, physical dudes.”
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Aug. Vitalant19will hold a Placerville Cinema blood drive, 12:30-4:30 p.m. at 337 Placerville Drive. The Bloodmobile will be in the parking lot. Make an appointment at donors. vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM553 or call (877) 258-4825 and mention the same code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space Enjoyallows.the movie of the month, “The Blind Side,” at 1 p.m. at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. This is a free event with popcorn and lemonade provided. The Sierra Renaissance Society presents Better Smartphone Photography by Bill Robinson, 1-3 p.m. at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. Admission is free for members; public invited to attend two meetings a year for free. For more information visit srsedc. Renownedorg. artist Arturo Garcia from Brooklyn, N.Y., will display his artwork at Batia Vineyards’ tasting room, 459 Main St. in Placerville. Batia Vineyards will host a soirée to meet the artist, 4:30-6:30 p.m. Phyllis Goldie will perform music on the classical harp. Garcia’s paintings will be on display through the end of September. Boeger Winery in Placerville hosts Enchanted Evenings with live music, food trucks and great wine, 5:30-8:30 p.m. The next concert features Jax Hammer. For more information boegerwinery.com/events.visit
The El Dorado Hills Community Services District hosts a Trail Safety & Etiquette event at New York Creek Trail, 9 a.m. to noon. UCCE Master Gardeners of El Dorado County hosts the Composting class with Master Gardeners Young and Hale, 9 a.m. to noon at the Placerville.6699DemonstrationSherwoodGarden,CampusDriveinFormore ~ In
Abstract beauty Yesley grew up in Spokane, Wash., and attended universities in Washington, Arizona and Massachusetts to earn an MFA in printmaking. After graduating, she tried her hand at weaving tapestries and rugs on a huge loom. Eeventually growing dissatisfied with flatwork, she began a search for artwork that required physical depth. Along the way she discovered plexiglas and, after painting multiple layers, she stacked them to create three-dimensional artwork. This process is similar to the multi-plane technique used by the early creators of animated films to give them an illusion of depth.Thediversity of her life as an educator, her wide range of world travels and living for six years in Turkey provide Yesley with a deep appreciation of culture, shape and color. She “Trees in Wind” by Irene Yesley Sunflower platter by Anca Statescue
The Neon Moon Band will perform at Hart 2 Hart Vineyards in Pilot Hill, 6:30-9 p.m. Ballin’ That Jack will perform 8-10 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club, 251 Main St. in Placerville. For tickets visit cordovacouncil.org.moreParkp.m.NightCouncilCordovaclubgreenroom.com.tickets.CommunityhostsFridayConcertsat7atVillageGreenwithAzUCal.Forinformationvisit
The smallest of details captivates Rea; however, he said, his eternal struggle is trying to capture the wonder and drama on canvas that he sees in nature — the reflections in water of its surroundings, a backlit forest touched by specks of light, a mother duck corralling her young or a powerful bear ambling along, seemingly unbothered by a silent spectator. It is Rea’s mastery of sketching that lends exceptional attention to detail and composition in his painting “American River Dreaming 2.” A family of mallards shares a spot on the lazy river with a pair of turtles, while an observer of the scene can almost feel the texture of the bark on the gnarled trees and the lushly highlighted background of dainty leaves peppered with the dipping heads of yellow iris. In “Blue Heron American River 2” Rae
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G old artistsanArtistsCountryGallery,award-winningcooperative in Placerville, features the work of Michael Rae, Irene Yesley and Anca Statescue this month. Meet the artists during Main Street’s Third Saturday Artwalk, 5-8 p.m. Aug. 20. Wonder of nature Rea was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, where he developed a love of nature and its inhabitants. During his high school years he met Lillian Reed, a prominent illustrator and painter in Oregon, who became his teacher and subsequent artistic mentor. She emphasized strong drawing skills that Rea continues to use as a foundation for his artful creations in a variety of media, including pencil, charcoal, pen and ink, watercolors, acrylics, oils and pastels. Along with his artistic endeavors, Rea’s other passion is chemistry, his major while attending the University of Illinois and Westmont College. With a family move to Northern California, he maintains a teaching career in chemistry and physics in a south Sacramento high school.
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A ward winning guitarist and songwriter Josh Snodgrass will perform a concert at Calvary Chapel Placerville at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 21, as part of his California tour. Known primarily for his guitar work, the evening will feature stunning instrumental renditions of popular worship songs and hymns as well as a time of worship. Snodgrass’ beautiful and inspiring performances demonstrate the vast possibilities of the acoustic guitar as an instrument. In 2020 his music went viral on YouTube and his channel now has garnered 25 million views. With more than 12 million hours of watch time on the platform, he’s become one of the world’s most “listened to” solo guitarists. Listen to Snodgrass’ music on YouTube or at JoshSnodgrass.com.“It’sbeenexcitingto have my music enjoyed by so many people, especially during the difficulties of these past few years.” Snodgrass shared. “My hope is that it can bring people joy and help them feel closer to God in the midst of a troubled world.”Snodgrass originally learned to play guitar at the age of 6 from his father. After playing in church during his childhood years, he learned a rare technique called hybrid picking, which allows Snodgrass to play the melody, bass line and chords all at the same time on an acoustic guitar. He now tours as a soloist and his guitar playing is frequently compared to Chet Atkin and Phil CalvaryKeaggy.Chapel Placerville is located at 6575 Commerce Way, Diamond Springs. Admission is free. Courtesy photo See Christian guitarist Josh Snodgrass this Sunday at Calvary Chapel Placerville.
Miraflores Winery, 2120 Four Springs Trail in the Pleasant Valley area, is serving its acclaimed Pairings Lunches on the Vineyard Terrace on Saturdays and Sundays with seatings from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. or 2-4 p.m. Pairings 2022 combines a chef’s creativity with the beautifully crafted Miraflores wines. Call (530) 647-8505 or email info@mirafloreswinery. com to make a reservation. Come downtown for a double header — extended hours for Third Saturday Art Walk 2-8 p.m., and a Merchants Sidewalk Sale all day. This month’s art walk theme is Beach Vacation. Enter for chance to win a Thomas Kinkade Gallery print of Mickey and Minnie at a tropical beach. Full of Chic Boutique will give away a Mudpie beach bag and has 15% off storewide and Man Cave will have $10 turf flip flops. All summer items at Mattywag’s are 25% off and enjoy all-day Happy Hour at Green Room Social Club with a $5 Mai Tai. Bubble blowing toys at Sierra Trading Post are buy one, get one half off. Many galleries will host artist demonstrations; enjoy poetry at TooGood Winery and live music at The Wine Smith, 7-9 p.m., plus food specials at Sourdough, Powell’s, Amore Mia and Pies of the World. Vino Noceto in Plymouth hosts a Festa Italiana with live music, food trucks and special release tastings, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information call (209) 245-6556. The El Dorado Community Hall, 6139 Pleasant Valley Road, hosts its Summer Luau. Bring the family and enjoy tropical drink specials, pork barbecue sandwiches, karaoke, raffle prizes, face painting, water balloons and great company. Bar opens at 5 p.m. and dinner is n See Know page B5
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The film invites viewers to join these luminaries behind the scenes as they recount stories from their lives, each having lived through periods of incredible difficulty and strife. With genuine affection, mutual respect and a healthy dose of teasing, these unlikely friends impart lessons gleaned from lived experience, ancient traditions, and the latest cutting-edge science regarding how to live with joy in the face of all of life’s challenges from the extraordinary to the mundane. “Mission: Joy” is an antidote for the times.
Film teaches viewers about joy News release D eeply moving and out-loudlaughfunny, “Mission: Joy” is a documentary with unprecedented access to the unlikely friendship of two international icons who transcend religion: His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu. See the film at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Aug. 19, at Church of Our Saviour in Placerville. In their final joint mission, these selfdescribed mischievous brothers give a master class in how to create joy in a world that was never easy for them. They offer neurosciencebacked wisdom to help each of us live with more joy, book.winnerstwoexchangetheaLasting“TheYorkcircumstances.despiteInspiredbyNewTimesbestseller.BookofJoy:HappinessinChangingWorld,”filmshowcasesthebetweentheseNobelPeacePrizethatledtothat
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• “Amy and Angel” — The story of a shy, deaf teenager who is bullied out of dance class only to find an unexpected dog as her new dance partner. Together they compete against the same crew on a national TV talent show. “We want to help influence positive change in the world,” explained Craig. “Our spiritually uplifting films address difficult subjects with a message of hope.”Visit RobertCraigFilms.com for more information.
• “No Address” — A group of homeless people bond together as a family while struggling to survive on the streets without food and shelter, against a harassing gang, an unforgiving community and the local authorities.
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News release Robert Craig Films Inc., a new Placer Countybased movie production company, announced that one of its movie screenplays, “Amy and Angel,” has been officially selected in more than 100 film festivals around the world and has won numerous awards.Founder Robert Craig is a local entrepreneur with success in the construction industry over the past two decades and plans to produce the company’s movies in the Sacramento region. Craig started the Gutterglove company in 1996 and developed it into a leading gutter guard supplier in the U.S. with manufacturing plants in California and Tennessee. After running the company for more than 20 years, Craig stepped down from the company to launch Robert Craig Films in 2019, pursuing his dreams of filmmaking. Soon after, Craig partnered with Hollywood film producer, writer and director, Julia Verdin of Rough Diamond Productions, a veteran in the entertainment industry. She consults with Robert Craig Films as a producer and is also the writer and director behind the first three films in development. • “Maya” — A social impact film about a teenager seeking an escape from her alcoholic mother’s abusive boyfriend is lured into a world of sex trafficking and ultimately learns the difference between love and manipulation.
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Predator” films a decade and a half ago, which basically threw out the canon of the two beloved sci-fi franchises and made it into one big PG-13 borefest. That noise you hear is a thousand fanboys screaming in agony. Truth be told, there’s only so many ways to skin a cat when it comes to “Predator.”
The original film had the good fortune of being a wonderfully fun (and violent) 1980s gun and muscle-fest with a great cast led by former Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, who was already well on his way to being one of the biggest stars on the planet by 1987. Combine that with an up-and-coming director in John McTiernan, who was one year away from making arguably the greatest action movie of all time in “Die Hard” (1988), and you have the ingredients for a full on assault of the senses. I can only imagine what this movie was like to watch on the big screen when it first landed. Since then, we got the “AlienPredator”mentioned2004’ssatthatArnold,interestedactually.goodthoughtGlover,starring“Predatormaligned2”(1990)DannywhichIwasaprettyactionsequel,Fansweren’twithoutthough.Afterthefranchisedormantuntilpreviously“Alienvsand2007’svs.Predator:
The less said about those two the better. I made the comment in my 2017 review of the aforementioned “The Predator” that I thought the franchise would take a good, long break after that dismal entry, especially after Disney acquired 20th Century Fox and with it the “Predator” and “Alien” franchises. One doesn’t expect the little tykes to take pictures with the villainous Captain Hook, Jafar and then The Predator all during a day at Disneyland Park, correct? Color me surprised when Disney/20th Century Studios announced not only a new “Predator” film but that it would be a prequel, set in the world of the Comanche Nation 300 years ago. Its clever title was also revealed: “Prey.” In “Prey,” Naru, a skilled warrior, fights to protect her tribe against one of the first highly-evolved Predators to land on Earth. It has several things in common with the original film but also feels fresh and is executed very well by director Dan Trachtenberg (“10 Cloverfield Lane”). The best decision Mr. Trachtenberg made was to take the logline I shared above and not deviate or add too many unneeded layers to it. We are introduced to the Comanche Nation in the year 1719, meet Naru, hear her language (the film misses an opportunity by not having the characters speak more of it), meet her tribe and then see the Predator start taking everyone out until Naru, played wonderfully with a quiet intensity by up-and-comer Amber Midthunder, figures out how to fight back against this fluorescent-green-blooded alien creature. That’s it. That’s the movie. The cast and crew ensured that this simplistic action story was both self-assured and entertaining. They succeeded. If I have one gripe it’s more about the release model of this movie; this is a film with a built-in fan base that would have played great on the big screen. Particularly in the doldrums of August with few new releases (they are bringing classics like “E.T.” and “Jaws” back into theaters to fill the void at the end the summer, after all), this would have at least made its budget back. Instead, it was relegated to Hulu. That’s too bad. The scope and action deserve a larger canvas. A fun, well-shot film with mostly practical FX of the creature and tension-filled action set pieces, “Prey” will certainly entertain, even if we are relegated to watching it on the small screen. A few factual faux-pas aside (the movie takes place on the Northern Great Plains but the Comanche were not a tribe of the Northern region but rather more the southern region of the Great Plains), this is still a fresh, fun and deserving entry in the action franchise. It makes a case of easily being the second best of the five “Predator” movies. No, I’m not counting the “Alien Vs. Predator” films. Joshua B. Porter is a writer/director/producer. His most recent project, the feature film “No Evidence OF Man,” recently won Best Original Screenplay of a Feature Film at the 2022 Madrid International Film. He can be reached at @joshuabporter or joshuabporter@mtdemocrat.net. and salty HHH R, 1 hour, 39 minutes Drama, AdventureAction, Now streaming on Hulu Democrat correspondent
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Stellar students Congratulations to Caley Lay of El Dorado Hills, who was named to the spring 2022 Fort Lewis College’s Dean’s List. Lay’s major is exercise Congratulationsphysiology.toAmelia Wojcik of Cameron Park and Tyler Agnew of El Dorado Hills, who were named to the spring 2022 Pacific University Dean’s List.
Mescalito will perform 7-10 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club, 251 Main St. in Placerville. For tickets visit tickets.clubgreenroom. com. Andis Wines in Plymouth hosts the Bueno Aires food truck. For more information visit andiswines.com/Events/Event-Calendar.
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