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Tree crushes STAR patrol; three volunteers injured A Sheriff’s Team of Active Retirees SUV was struck by a tree Nov. 15 while on a security patrol in south county.
News release Three volunteers with the Sheriff ’s Team of Active Retirees were injured Wednesday when their patrol vehicle was struck by a falling tree in the area of Grizzly Flat and Sweeney roads in Somerset, according to information from El Dorado County Sheriff ’s Office Sgt. Kyle Parker. Residents nearby jumped to action, using their chainsaws to cut the fallen pine
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A rendering shows what a Christmas tree placed next to the Bell Tower in downtown Placerville might look like.
Pictured in 2017 is George Wheeldon with a 7,000-pound piece of snowflake obsidian found south of the Mono-Inyo craters that he brought home from a field trip.
Main Street Christmas tree Bell Tower bound Odin Rasco Staff writer
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Geologist George Wheeldon was a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ guy Odin Rasco Staff writer
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eorge Wheeldon, a legendary figure in El Dorado County education who taught science to generations of students, died Oct. 20 following a lengthy illness. “Very few people you meet are once-in-a-lifetime individuals, and that’s precisely what George was,” said Fred Ott, a friend of Wheeldon’s and five-time former president of the El Dorado County Mineral and Gem Society. Wheeldon was born in Sioux Falls, S.D., and grew up there until his family moved to Salinas
when his father was stationed at Fort Ord. He was an accomplished musician and football player in high school; he was even offered a scholarship to the University of the Pacific for his musicianship. After high school Wheeldon began to study at Hartnell Junior College, where two major milestones in his life took place. One was a moment he was proud of his whole life; the school football team he played on won the national championship and went on to play at the Junior Rose Bowl. “George loved to tell stories and the one about n See Wheeldon, page A9
“Why is it so hard to have Christmas in this town?” Placerville City Council member John Clerici asked the question Tuesday evening, as the council was called to consider alternate locations to the original alternate location for the temporary replacement Christmas tree to be used in this year’s Nov. 24 tree-lighting ceremony. After the large coastal redwood that has served as the town’s traditional Christmas tree for decades was damaged by the severe storms that soaked the state last New Year’s Eve and early this year, the City Council and city staff decided in May to explore alternatives. Looking for workable solutions for where to place a temporary replacement tree, city staff originally identified the ground in front of the El Dorado County Superior Courthouse near the intersection of Bedford Avenue and Main Street as an ideal location. As the courthouse is state property, City Manager Cleve Morris pursued written consent for permission to place a tree in front of the building, but had not heard a final decision by Tuesday night. The 20- to 25-foot-tall tree donated by Sierra Pacific Industries is scheduled to arrive in town for setup Saturday morning; cautious of the possibility permission to set up in front of the courthouse may not come in time, the City Council was presented n See tree, page A8
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Edward Philip Akin
April 5, 1934 – Oct. 12, 2023
In Loving Memory of Edward Philip Akin On Thursday, October 12th, 2023, Edward Philip Akin passed away suddenly and peacefully at his Gold Hill ranch, with family at his side. He lived a very full and rich 89 years, filled with adventure and a deep connection to his heritage. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lindalee (Smith) Akin, their four children, David, Cynthia, Julie, and Tim, along with seven grandchildren (Tom, Kim, Danny, Annalee, Joe, Jimmy and Leah) and six great grandchildren (Sloane, Dakota, Reece, Griffin, Gemma and Holiday). Ed was born in Placerville on April 5th, 1934, the younger brother to Richard (Dick) Akin, who predeceased him in 2018. His parents, Leo Akin and Gladys (Veerkamp) Akin were part of pioneer families, with Akins ranching various Gold Hill area farms continuously for over 165 years. Ed and his brother Dick learned the value of hard work while ranching pears on their family farm. This work ethic carried through their entire lives as they worked long days during the summers harvesting and hauling fruit to the Fruit House in Placerville. Ed’s educational journey began at the Gold Hill School, a one-room schoolhouse. While he excelled in some subjects, his lack of high marks in spelling is proof that one can be tremendously successful without being a perfect speller. He went on to attend El Dorado High School and Santa Clara University. Although he did not consider himself the best student, he did very well in classes such as Farm Mechanics and Engineering. If something was broken, he could fix it. After college, Ed joined the Army, married his high school sweetheart, and gave birth to his first child all while serving his two-year enlistment. He left the Army early to help out on the family farm due to his father’s health, remaining in the Reserves for sometime after. In 1961, he found a new opportunity with United Airlines, where he had a 33-year career as a pilot. He flew a variety of aircraft, including the Convair 340, B-727, DC-6, DC-7, DC-8, B-737, ultimately retiring on the DC-10. He enjoyed flying the smaller planes as well, from the stunt-plane Citabria to the L-19 Bird Dog. “Captain Ed”, as he was known to many, set the world speed record on his final United flight from Honolulu to San Francisco, retiring just before his 60th birthday as was mandated back in 1994. Never one to sit quietly, he soon took a job flying sports teams, including the San Jose Sharks and the Sacramento Kings. He often commented that they were a “great group of guys”, and sometimes brought home leftover goodies from the in-flight caterers. Flying was his passion and he always looked forward to dropping candy out of his Cessna on Easter morning for the kids at Hagan Ranch. During his career, he earned many awards, including the prestigious ‘Wright Brothers Master Pilot’ award, an honor bestowed in 2009 by the Department of Transportation FAA for his 50 years of safe flying. Even with a full-time career as a pilot, he continued operating the family ranching business, consistently producing some of the tastiest pears in El Dorado County. He also started a trucking company, Ed Akin Trucking, which was eventually sold to his cousin, Doug Veerkamp. Ed shared his beloved ranch with friends and family, often opening it up to large family reunions, weddings, and events. In 2018, he hosted the Antique Caterpillar Machinery Owners Club (ACMOC) tractor show. Attended and enjoyed by hundreds of loyal tractor fans, the show featured Ed driving around his prized twin D-8 tractor, a conjoined beast he had built using the spare parts of at least five others. Always one to give back, he served on the ACMOC board, as well as a director at Murray Trailers, EDC Western Railroad Association, and the El Dorado County Museums Foundation to name a few. He was also an active member in many other organizations, including the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA), Retired United Pilots Association (RUPA), NRA, and the Farm Bureau. Most of all, he will be remembered for his generosity, love of family and friends, and his profound connection to his heritage. The Akin family will celebrate Ed’s incredible life on his 90th birthday, Friday, April 5th, 2024, with a grand Celebration of Life on their Gold Hill ranch, where his memory will continue to shine brightly in the hearts of all who knew and loved him.
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Antonio (Tony) Soto May 11, 1946 – Nov. 11, 2023
Antonio (Tony) Soto was born May 11, 1946 to Rosalie Soto and Donastacia Corona in Moyagua, Zacatecas, Mexico. He went to heaven on November 11, 2023 surrounded by ALL his family. Antonio was the youngest of 9. He came to the United States 65 years ago. He worked for Apple Hill for many ranchers including Smokey Ridge Ranch and for Kenny Johnson. Later, he worked for Laborers Union Local 185. Antonio married the love of his life Mary (Torres) Soto on June 8, 1974. Both of them loved to travel the United States. They also loved to take all their nieces and nephews under their wing and spoil them. Family was everything to him. Antonio taught all of his nieces and nephews how to drive that Willys Jeep around the orchard. Never will we cast a line without remembering him. Love you forever, Tio. A viewing will be held Monday, November 20, 2023 from 4:00 to 6:00 pm. A Mass will be held at St. Patrick Church, November 21, 2023 at 11:00 am. A visit to the gravesite to follow.
Mary Jane Bidstrup
April 7, 1934 – Sept. 26, 2023
Mary Jane Bidstrup of Placerville, passed away peacefully in her home on September 26, 2023 at the age of 89. Mary Jane was born in San Mateo, California to Clark and Marjorie Greenman on April 7, 1934. She attended Sequoia High School in Redwood City, California, (class of 1952) and then went on to earn a teaching degree at San Jose State University (class of 1956). While studying at San Jose State, Mary Jane met Ronald Bidstrup and the two became inseparable. They were married on August 19, 1957 and celebrated 66 years of marriage. After college, Mary Jane began her passion for teaching from 1956- 1958 in San Jose and Fresno, California. Mary Jane and Ron then moved to Placerville in 1962 and built their dream home in 1968 where they raised their three girls. Mary Jane stayed at home with their daughters for several years before returning to the classroom in 1982 with the Buckeye Union School District. She served in the district for 18 years before retiring. Mary Jane was involved in many clubs and organizations; Job’s Daughters, Chi Omega Sorority, Placerville Preschool (1963-1965), AAUW, Tierra Del Oro Girl Scouts, Red Hat Ladies, and Hangtown RV. Mary Jane and Ron enjoyed traveling the United States and Mexico in their RV and took many trips with Hangtown RV. She also enjoyed fishing, needlepoint, reading and crafts, and she was an accomplished seamstress. Mary Jane is preceded in death by her parents Clark and Marjorie Greenman and her two brothers Curt Greenman and Randy Greenman. She is survived by her husband Ron Bidstrup, her three daughters, Sheryl Heaton, Kristen Foote and Karen Banke. Mary Jane adored her four grandchildren, Brant Heaton, Chelsie Murphy, Nicole Calame, and Ryan Banke. No services will be held. Mary Jane will be interred at Oak Hill Memorial Park in San Jose, California. The family wishes to extend their gratitude to Snowline Hospice of Placerville, for all their help and support.
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5:30 p.m. Officers cited a 68-yearold man allegedly trespassing on Broadway. 5:35 p.m. Officers cited a 64-yearold man allegedly trespassing on Broadway. 5:48 p.m. Narcotics were found on Fair Lane and turned over to officers.
8:32 a.m. Officers arrested a 42-year-old man who had an outstanding warrant on Marshall Way. The suspect was also reportedly in possession of methamphetamine and illegal drug paraphernalia. 11:42 a.m. Assault and vandalism were reported on Fair Lane. 1:16 p.m. Officers arrested a 36-year-old man on suspicion of being public nuisance on Main Street.
Nov. 4 6:46 a.m. A 42-year-old man was cited for being in possession of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia on Main Street. 2:04 p.m. A 41-year-old man was arrested on Locust Avenue after he reportedly stole a shopping cart.
12:07 a.m. A 24-year-old man was arrested on Forni Road on suspicion of driving with open alcohol container and being in possession of illegal drug paraphernalia.
Nov. 6 7:51 a.m. A 28-year-old man with a felony warrant was arrested on Fair Lane on charges of illegal drug possession.
Nov. 7
6:43 p.m. Officers cited a 38-yearold man and a 31-year-old woman who allegedly left a Fair Lane restaurant without paying their bill. 7:33 p.m. A wallet was found on Main Street and booked for safekeeping.
6:55 a.m. A 26-year-old man with a felony warrant was arrested on Wiltse Road. 8:22 a.m. A 53-year-old man was arrested on Fair Lane on suspicion of arson and vandalism of a truck. 9:53 a.m. Police made a warrant/ drug arrest of a 37-year-old woman on Placerville Drive.
Oct. 31 9:05 a.m Officers arrested a 43-year-old woman on suspicion of theft, disturbing the peace and resisting arrest on Schnell School Road. 12:03 p.m. Officers arrested a 45-year-old man on suspicion of vehicle theft on Ray Lawyer Drive.
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7:58 p.m. A 36-year-old woman for trespassing in a business on Main Street.
Nov. 8 8:35 a.m. A 49-year-old man who is a registered sex offender was arrested after he was reportedly found in possession of methamphetamine on Ray Lawyer Drive. 11:10 a.m. A 59-year-old man who was found with a stolen shopping cart on Placerville Drive was taken into custody.
8:39 p.m. A 51-year-old woman was arrested on Fair Lane on battery charges.
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Questions unanswered in Loewen probe Noel Stack Managing editor Four months after El Dorado Hills residents raised concerns about possible ethics and contract violations related to EDH Community Services District General Manager Kevin Loewen’s professional activities outside the district and his relationship with a CSD consultant that is also under scrutiny for its work, questions remain unanswered. Earlier this year EDHCSD board President Noelle Mattock confirmed an internal investigation; however, at the Nov. 9 board meeting she shared an update stating
Kevin Loewen the district has hired “an outside law firm separate from the one which the district legal counsel is a member of to conduct an independent investigation into the general manager’s conduct.” Mattock said
this independent investigation has been ongoing for a couple months, with several people interviewed. “We are told by the lead investigator that he is in the process of preparing a report of his findings,” she added. “Because this is a confidential personnel matter, I cannot say more than that at this time. We do anticipate having further information for the public in the coming months.” Her statement comes after the Taxpayers Association of El Dorado County weighed in, calling for an independent investigation into Loewen and David
Taussig & Associates, which was hired by the CSD to assist with the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts, among other tasks. “We request that the EDHCSD Board of Directors either support an independent and public investigation into the LLAD assessments and General Manager Loewen’s outside employment activities or, if it is not willing to support a transparent and public investigation, request that General Manager Loewen tender his resignation,” states a letter shared with the Mountain Democrat. “Given the potential exposure to county taxpayers, we further
request that county officials support this request,” the letter continues. “We caution the EDHCSD that an internal investigation, where the results are not shared with the public, is not acceptable.” That letter came on the heels of EDHCSD Director Stephen Ferry’s announcement that he has hired an outside attorney “to make certain that I am not included in all the aspects of the personnel issue.” Ferry has not shared the reasons for his actions, which he announced at the October board meeting, telling the Mountain Democrat it should become clear soon. It was EDH resident
Robert Williams’ inquiry into a consulting business owned by Loewen that launched the inquiry. Loewen filed reports with the El Dorado County Elections Department in 2021 and 2022 indicating his personal business, Placerville-based Synergy Behavioral Systems, generates between $10,000 and $100,000 of income annually. Williams asked the board July 13 to confirm outside consulting was allowed by Loewen’s employment contract and approved by the board. LLAD Advisory Committee member Steve Gutierrez added n See Loewen, page A5
Rescue head-on fatal Man ejected, seriously Mountain Democrat staff One local man was killed and another seriously injured Friday, Nov. 10, in a head-on collision on Green Valley Road in Rescue. Steven Michoff, 55, of Greenwood suffered fatal injuries when his 2015 Toyota crossed over the double yellow lines, hitting a 2004 Mitsubishi driven by Rescue resident Clifton Duvall, 63, according to the California Highway Patrol’s report on the incident. Duvall was transported to Sutter Roseville Medical Center for
treatment and later released. CHP investigators said Michoff was traveling west on Green Valley at an unknown speed at about 4:49 p.m. Duvall had just passed Oak Lane Drive headed east at about 35-40 mph when the two vehicles struck. CHP’s report notes it is unknown if alcohol and/or drugs were a factor in the collision. Weather conditions at the time were recorded as clear, daylight. An investigation into the cause of the head-on crash is ongoing.
lake levels Stumpy Meadows Reservoir as of Nov. 16 Water storage 18,352 acre-feet Percent full 87% Inflow 17.36 cfs Outflow 4.30 cfs Folsom Reservoir as of Nov. 15 Water storage 515,795 acre-feet Percent full 53% Inflow 703 cfs Outflow 1,940 cfs Union Valley as of Nov. 15 Water storage 162,150 acre-feet Percent full 61% Inflow - cfs Outflow - cfs
Loon Lake as of Nov. 15 Water storage 43,026 acre-feet Percent full 62% Inflow - cfs Outflow - cfs Ice House as of Nov. 15 Water storage 29,501 acre-feet Percent full 68% Inflow 11 cfs Outflow - cfs Caples Lake as of Nov. 16 Water storage 16,190 acre-feet Percent full 72% Inflow 44.77 cfs Outflow 88.80 cfs Echo Lake as of Nov. 16
Water storage 1,382 acre-feet Percent full 71% Inflow 7.20 cfs Outflow 58.70 cfs Silver Lake as of Nov. 16 Water storage 2,167 acre-feet Percent full 25% Inflow 8.68 cfs Outflow 44.90 cfs Sly Park as of Nov. 16 Water storage 33,957 acre-feet Percent Full 82.8% Inflow 0.00 cfs Outflow 31.47 cfs American River as of Nov. 16 Flow 120.10 cfs
The following was taken from El Dorado County Sheriff’s logs:
5:38 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Mt. Aukum Road in Somerset.
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3:16 a.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 21-year-old woman suspected of DUI on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. She was later released.
1:29 a.m. Deputies made an arrest after responding to a disturbance on Harkness Street in Georgetown.
5:48 p.m. Burglary was reported on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 6:47 p.m. Battery was reported on Pesaro Drive in El Dorado Hills.
Oct. 29 12:35 a.m. A person allegedly drunk in public was reported on Hawk View Road in El Dorado Hills. 2:30 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 32-year-old man suspected of possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia, being a felon in possession of a firearm and carrying a concealed weapon in a vehicle on Debbie Lane in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $180,000 bail. 5:05 a.m. Deputies booked into jail a 21-year-old man suspected of DUI on Highway 49 (town not listed). He was later released. 7:07 a.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Missouri Flat Road in Placerville. 10:05 a.m. Deputies made an arrest after responding to a battery on Los Santos Drive in Cameron Park. 12:03 p.m. Vehicle burglary was reported on Highway 50 at Twin Bridges. 12:46 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Perry Creek Road in Somerset. 1:38 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 52-year-old man suspected of assault with a deadly weapon, battery and making criminal threats on Debbie Lane in Placerville. He was listed in custody in lieu of $180,000 bail. 5:15 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Headington Road in Placerville.
Odin Rasco Staff writer A Placerville man was rushed to a local hospital via helicopter due to major injuries sustained in a singlevehicle collision Monday night. California Highway Patrol officers were dispatched just after 6 p.m. Monday to a reported crash on Highway 49 near Throwita Way in Placerville, according to CHP officer Andrew Brown. As they arrived on the scene, officers discovered a GMC pickup truck that had overturned onto its side.
The driver, Mark Parsons, 62, was partially ejected from the vehicle after his truck collided into a dirt ditch and a tree. Medics found Parsons had sustained severe injuries and he was taken via helicopter to a local hospital for immediate medical attention. Parsons’s condition is unknown at this time. A stretch of Highway 49 was closed in both directions for approximately three hours as the scene was investigated and CalTrans cleaned the roadway. The cause of the crash is under investigation at this time, according to Brown.
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1:41 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Lupin Lane in Pollock Pines.
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Springs. He was released on $125,000 bail. 5:30 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Elmores Way in El Dorado Hills. 6:44 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 11:37 p.m. California Highway Patrol officers booked into jail a 34-year-old man suspected of vehicle theft, evading officers, a probation violation and possession of a controlled substance and illegal drug paraphernalia on Highway 50 in Strawberry. He was listed in custody in lieu of $165,000 bail.
Nov. 1 10:46 a.m. Trespassing was reported at apartments in Service Drive in Diamond Springs.
5:27 p.m. Vehicle burglary was reported on Valley View Parkway in El Dorado Hills.
11:30 a.m. Brandishing was reported on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines.
5:58 p.m. Burglary was reported on Fallen Oak Trail in Pollock Pines.
12:53 p.m. Grand theft was reported on Barefoot Road in Georgetown.
7:21 p.m. A person allegedly drunk in public was reported at the casino on Red Hawk Parkway in Placerville.
1:08 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.
Oct. 31 1:10 a.m. Deputies cited a person following a traffic stop on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 11:30 a.m. Brandishing was reported at a business on Pony Express Trail in Pollock Pines. 1:08 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills. 2:05 p.m. Deputies made an arrest after responding to a suspicious circumstances report at a market on Main Street in Georgetown.
1:48 p.m. A person was reported to be drunk in public on Industrial Drive in Placerville. 1:58 p.m. Vandalism was reported at Volcanoville Road in Georgetown. 2:01 p.m. Vandalism was reported at a post office. Address not listed. 2:51 p.m. Burglary was reported on Fruitridge Road in Placerville. 3:33 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 38-year-old man suspected of battery and contempt of court on Main Street in Georgetown. He was released on $20,000 bail.
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5:05 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Wagon View Trail in Placerville.
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2:51 p.m. Burglary was reported on Fruitridge Road in Placerville.
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5:05 p.m. Vandalism was reported on Wagon View Trail in Placerville.
6:44 p.m. Petty theft was reported at a store on Town Center Boulevard in El Dorado Hills.
5:09 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 37-year-old man suspected of identity theft and unlawful possession of a tear gas weapon on Ponderosa Drive in Shingle
7:15 p.m. Deputies booked into jail a 45-year-old man suspected of battery on Koki Lane in El Dorado. He was released on $50,000 bail.
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Richard B. Esposito Publisher
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xperts” were confident that they knew what America should do about COVID. They were wrong about so much. Officials pushed masks, including useless cloth ones. JOHN STOSSEL Dr. Anthony Fauci said, “Don’t wear masks” — then, “Do wear them.” Some states closed playgrounds and banned motorboats and Jet Skis. Towns in New York banned using leaf-blowers. California pointlessly closed beaches and gave people citations for “watching the sunset.” The list goes on. Sen. Rand Paul’s new book, “Deception,” argues that government experts didn’t just make mistakes; they were purposely deceitful. A few weeks ago, this column reported how Paul was correct in accusing Fauci of funding virus research in Wuhan and lying about it. Paul says, “There’s been one set of truths in private and another set of truths for the people who aren’t smart enough to make their decisions.” He points out that Fauci, in private, told fellow bureaucrats that masking is pointless. Fauci wrote in one email: “The typical mask you buy in the drug store is not really effective in keeping out virus, which is small enough to pass through the material.” But in public, complains Paul, Fauci would sometimes wear multiple masks “Things that have no scientific basis in fact. ... There’s two sets of information going out, one privately and one publicly.” “Why?” I ask. “They think that there could be hysteria. They’re in government. They need to do something. ... So let’s get everybody occupied with wearing masks. ... But in the end, the Cochrane analysis looked at 78 randomized studies and found that masks didn’t work at all.” “N95 masks may work,” I say. “The Cochrane analysis looked at the N95 and found they didn’t work very well,” Paul replies. Another mistake: the virus is 500 times more likely to kill people ages 65 and up than kill kids. But our government told parents: mask your children. Some states kept kids out of schools for two years. Also, “When they approved the third vaccine for children,” says Paul, “The first committee was the FDA committee. ... They came out with the advice: 65 and older. Nobody else. The CDC had another vaccine committee. ... They said the same thing ... (but) Rochelle Walensky, a political appointee of Biden, overrode both scientific committees and said the vaccine ■ See STOSSEL, page A5
Letters to the Editor Broken promises EDITOR: n 2002 the Serrano Associates decided to close the EDH Executive Golf Course. They then promised the community that this land would be used for recreational and park facilities — but it was never done. Now they are still trying to develop this land for more homes and not recreational facilities. Serrano’s plans were suppose to included soccer, baseball fields, tennis courts, a health club, a senior center and a youth facility but for reasons never explained, none of this happened. I have a Village Life article with Bill Parker “promising” to follow through on these plans. He bamboozled the entire EDH community. Bill Parker, president of Parker Development Company, has never been truthful with our residents and, in the meantime, 25 years have passed and our community still has a vast deficit of usable recreational facilities. We should not stand for such duplicity and deceit from those who are supposed to be helping our community thrive. Now the Board of Supervisors has decided to go along with Parker’s wishes and turn it all into housing and more commerce. Contact your supervisor immediately and express your desires for what we were promised 25 years ago. This community deserves better and we need to fight these developments before that land is taken away forever. We won’t get another chance for this property. Act today. HUGH BACA El Dorado Hills
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hy wouldn’t you? Our country is in danger. You have allowed our border to stay open. Now that they’re here, what do we do? This is America but you have turned our country into a Third World country. We now have thousands of people who should not be here. They don’t believe in our American
way. They come here and want us to bow down to their beliefs. Because you can protest freely here you are protesting about things we have nothing to do with. If you believe the Jews should be abolished then you have no reason to be here. Our enemies our ready to attack us at anytime. What do we do? Our president is not our leader right now. You are brainwashed and need to open up your eyes and see what has happened in the last three years with the Democrats in control. You can’t blame the Republicans for this crap. TERRI ELDERD Placerville
Modern atrocities EDITOR: o you remember when Joe Biden and FBI director Chris Wray announced to the world that the biggest threat to U.S. democracy is white, right-wing, MAGA, Christian conservatives? I do, because Biden said it just weeks ago. Today people are attacking Jews in the streets and college campuses suffer violence not seen since the Night of Broken Glass in Europe, Nov. 9, 1938. To be clear, these assaults are not being committed by conservatives but by left-wing, proMarxist progressives — anarchist and nihilists who have been indoctrinated by their colleges and universities to hate capitalism and label Jews as whit colonists. Even local progressives post in the Mountain Democrat that they have seen no atrocities committed by Hamas. This is gaslighting at it’s finest. Earlier this year “some people” phoned into the El Dorado County Board of Supervisors’ meeting, making grotesque antisemite statements. Also, pro-Jewish fliers were ripped down and thrown into the streets of Placerville. These same actions are exploding all over the world and are perpetrated by progressives.
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crucial benefits and he dedicated services are forced to members of endure extended wait El Dorado times, causing stress County and anxiety for those in Employees Association need. Our members at Local 1 have been the HHSA are stretched to unsung heroes of our their limits, struggling community, providing to provide the care and essential services to support our community county residents every deserves. single day. What sets 2. Extended delays them apart is that they JEN RIMOLDI in the building are not just employees; department: The they are our neighbors, heart of any thriving community is friends and fellow residents who its infrastructure. As reported in also call El Dorado County home. the June 2023 Grand Jury report, However, a growing crisis longer wait times for questions threatens to compromise the and approvals at the building services our community relies department are slowing down upon. Today, EDCEA Local 1 is community members’ projects, raising its voice to bring attention affecting local businesses and to the urgent issue of staffing disrupting the lives of residents. shortages, vague contract language 3. Longer waits for checking scales and uncompetitive wages that are and gas pumps: For folks with tight already causing tangible hardships budgets, every dollar counts. The for the people we serve. Agriculture, Weights and Measures The backbone of our community Department makes sure that scales, services is at risk as the county gas pumps and mobile home park grapples with a staffing crisis that meters are accurate, so people get shows no signs of abating. The what they paid for and are paying consequences are felt by our fellow the lowest rates allowed by law. residents on a daily basis: Because of high turnover and loss 1. Longer wait times for vital of experienced staff, residents now services at the Health and Human have to wait longer for device testing Services Agency: Families seeking
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EDCEA Local 1 is unwavering in its commitment to advocating for fair contracts and competitive wages that will not only attract and retain top-tier staff … and complaint resolutions. 4. Delayed property assessments and transfers: When residents buy a new home in El Dorado County, it can take many months for the property to be reassessed and the public GIS maps updated. This results in out-of-date information such as incorrect mailing addresses for public notices and delayed property tax bills, which can leave new homeowners with unexpected delayed supplemental bills. 5. Delayed snow plowing services: When winter storms hit, every moment counts. Longer response times for snow plowing put lives and livelihoods at risk as our community members wait longer for the roads to be cleared. EDCEA Local 1 is unwavering in its commitment to advocating for fair contracts and competitive wages that will not only attract and retain top-tier staff but also benefit the very residents of El Dorado County who make up the majority of our dedicated workforce. By doing so, we ensure that our community
receives the services it deserves from those who understand its unique needs best. We passionately implore the county to recognize the urgent need for change and to invest in our dedicated public servants, many of whom also call El Dorado County their home and have tirelessly served our community with unwavering dedication. Our members, who reside right here in El Dorado County, are the heart and soul of our community. They are your neighbors, friends and fellow residents who deeply care about the well-being of this beautiful county we all call home. They deserve fair treatment, just as they provide tireless service to their community. The undeniable impact of staffing shortages on our residents is a stark reminder that change is not just a want but a pressing need for the betterment of our beloved El Dorado County. Remember, county workers make the county work. Jen Rimoldi is president-elect of El Dorado County Employees Association Local 1.
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the newspaper did not make the another layer to the probe following statement, it published the statement. his resignation, during which he said He specifically brought up the local his search into Loewen’s professional activities outside the CSD indicated the paper — your company/paper.” In addition to declining to answer general manager at one time worked questions posed by the public and for DTA while it had a contract with the media, Loewen, on the advice the district. It was announced at the of attorney Jenifer Ryan, declined October EDHCSD board meeting that to answer questions regarding DTA’s contract would not be extended. his professional relationship with Gutierrez resigned via email Aug. DTA during a deposition in early 7, stating, “I thought long and hard about my decision to resign, but due to November, transcripts of which were shared with the Mountain Democrat, the current serious conflict of interest related to the EDHCSD’s lawsuit with EDHCSD General Manager against El Dorado County Auditorand DTA Finance Consulting, I feel Controller Joe Harn. compelled to resign while this matter The auditor left several LLAD is being investigated and appropriately assessments off the property tax rolls adjudicated.” The Mountain Democrat reached out this year and last. The loss in revenue to the district is approximately $1.3 to Loewen regarding his side business million in 2022-23 and $1.5 million earlier this fall but he declined to comment, instead offering an allegedly in 2023-24. Harn said he made the shared legal opinion regarding libel. decision after he noticed discrepancies “Out of the blue, an attorney reached in the assessments between what out to me saying he specialized in DTA consultants submitted and what defamation cases and then he went the EDHCSD Board of Directors on to say that if a libelous statement is approved. He asked CSD officials for a printed in a newspaper, the newspaper letter “indicating that the CSD board was responsible for the accuracy and can be held liable even if the quote is lawfulness of the assessments,” as it coming from someone else and not had previously done. No letter has the paper or a reporter,” Loewen’s The New York Times Syndication Sales Corporation been received. email reads. “Why? Because while 620 Eighth Avenue, New York, N.Y. 10018 For Information Call: 1-800-972-3550 For Release Friday, November 17, 2023
booster should be given to six months and up.” “Why? What’s the motivation?” I ask. “Get more people frightened, and then they’ll take the vaccine and that will save America?” Paul says, “I think most of them are not very smart and they just blindly think, ‘Take the damn vaccine, shut up and take it. It’s good for you.’” Has he been vaccinated? “God gave me my vaccine.” He tells me. “I was naturally inoculated. But members of my family, my wife, got vaccinated. We’re not against the advice.” I clarify, “’Naturally inoculated,’ meaning you got COVID?” “I had COVID, so I have immunity,” he replies.
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At the start of the pandemic, Sweden’s health officials did not shut down restaurants or other businesses. They also announced that they would not close schools for younger children. For doing that, Sweden was repeatedly trashed by American government officials and the media. Time Magazine called Sweden’s plan “a disaster.” But the Swedish approach was right! Not only did Sweden escape the economic and social harm of lockdowns, but its COVID-related death rate was lower than that of most other countries. “It turns out they did as well, or better, than most parts of Europe,” says Paul. “Better,” I point out. “They also didn’t mandate masks in schools (or) close the schools. Everything we
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did in this country was wrong.” I push back. “On balance, vaccines were a good thing. They work for older people, people my age.” In fact, Republican antivax “messaging may have killed people!” Before the vaccine came out, an equal number of Republicans and Democrats died. But once the antivax messages spread, Republicans had a higher death rate. Paul replies, “Vaccine hesitancy comes from people’s disbelief in government.” He adds, “I think people learned from this ... (learned) what to trust and what not to trust. People will be smarter the next time around.” Every Tuesday at JohnStossel.com, Stossel posts a new video about the battle between government and freedom.
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And who are the people supporting Israel and the 15 million Jews around the world? Well, we are labeled by the progressives as right-wing, MAGA conservatives ... KEN STEERS Cameron Park
Announcements AL-ANON is here for you if you are bothered by someone else’s drinking. Call for meeting times. (916) 334-2970. https://sacal-anon.blogspot. comt AMERICAN ASSOC. OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN Foothills of EDC Branch. Our mission is to advance gender equity for women & girls. Science and Math Camp Scholarships, programs & interest groups. Leave voicemail for Laurel (530) 417-7737 or Sara (530) 417-7138 eldorado-ca.aauw.net AMERICAN LEGION POST 119 welcomes Veterans and guests to attend our monthly membership dinner and meeting the first Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM. Legionpost119.org El 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 tournaments. Call 916-7684452 for more information. Gold Country Cribbers play Wednesday afternoon 4:30 pm at Moni Gilmore Senior Center, 990 Lassen Lane, El Dorado Hills, CA. 95762 Struggle with a hurt, hang up, or habit? CELEBRATE RECOVERY meets at Radiant Church on Wednesday nights at 6:30 pm, 4602 Missouri Flat Road, Placerville. We are a Christ centered recovery program to find healing from our hurts, hang ups, and habits. Email CR@radiantedc.church. Find us on Facebook at: https://www. facebook.com/CRradiantchurch.
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Struggling with life? CELEBRATE RECOVERY is for any Hurt, Habit or Hang-up. We are a faith-based recovery program for life’s issues 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. Come play tennis for fun and friendship. Meet at El Dorado High School, Acacia Street, Placerville, Wed 9 AM – 11 AM. (June - Aug 8 AM – 10 AM). Social activities, lessons. Minimal cost. Not a beginners group. Some tennis experience/ability required. Call Cindy 805-540-8654. MONDAY CLUB BRIDGE seeks more players. The club is a very informal, friendly group and invites interested men and women party bridge players to join. The club meets on the second and fourth Monday of each month at Denny’s Restaurant on Fair Lane in Placerville at 10:00 am. For more information, call (530) 622-1180. Addiction or Relationship problem? Call 530 231-7728 our free counseling can help you. Positive Realism, 3430 Robin Ln., Cameron Park. Meet first and third Wednesday of every month, 7pm. SENIOR PEER COUNSELING Seniors 55 and over who are grieving, depressed or having issues related to aging can meet one-on-one with a caring senior, professionally supervised and trained to listen and encourage. Call (530)6216304 to leave a message and get started. TAXPAYERS ASSOCIATION OF EL DORADO COUNTY Our mission is to educate the public on tax issues that affect them. Our meetings are held every Monday morning from 7:30 to 8:30 at Denny’s Restaurant, Fair Lane Drive, Placerville. Meetings are open to the public. For more information call Louis (530) 622-6763. We are a nonpartisan organization.
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Out of Oklahoma City, Okla., a 15-year-old Ryan Timms made history in 2021 to become the youngest feature winner in the history of USAC Midget National racing, a record that stands to this day.
USAC Midgets geared up for Hangtown 100-lapper Richie Murray Placerville Speedway One-hundred laps. It’s a daunting task in a midget any way you slice it. For one, drivers make it the distance, not only mechanically but physically and mentally as well. It’s challenging, but this is why racers do what they do, taking on tasks most ordinary individuals wouldn’t, and defeating their peers in competition. That’s what Placerville Speedway fans will see for two straight nights Nov. 17-18 with the fourth running of Hangtown 100 featuring the U.S. Auto Club Midget National Championship. Here’s six storylines to follow in this year’s Hangtown 100, the one and only 100-lap USAC midget race of the season.
Kyle Larson returns to Placerville Placerville Speedway is the home to some of Kyle Larson’s most cherished racing moments. It’s the place he made his first sprint car start. It’s the place he won his first sprint car race. It’s the place he describes as his “home track.”
The Elk Grove driver will be making his first USAC Midget National appearance of the year for the running of the Hangtown 100. Larson was the first winner of the Hangtown 100, capturing the inaugural running of the event back in 2019 after starting 10th, then won a Hangtown prelim in 2021 after charging from the seventh spot. Larson, the 2022 NASCAR Cup Series champion, is a frequent hard charger at the Hangtown 100, driving from 23rd to fourth on night one in 2019 and 12th to sixth in the 2021 opener.
Kofoid eyeing 100-lap repeat win No driver has won consecutive 100lap USAC Midget National features since Sam Isenhower on the indoor concrete, coke syrup-infused surface of Fort Wayne’s Memorial Coliseum in 1988. No driver has won consecutive 100lap USAC Midget National features on dirt since Ron Shuman in 1982 at the Terre Haute Action Track’s Hut 100 and Ascot Park’s Turkey Night Grand Prix.
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Oak Ridge quarterback Joaquin Graves-Mercado is pictured making a run for the end zone in the Oct. 13 match with Granite Bay.
Trojans triumph in Turlock Mountain Democrat staff Oak Ridge is the lone local football squad still hunting a Sac-Joaquin Section championship. In Division 6 playoffs, sixth-seeded Union Mine traveled to Sacramento to face third-seeded Bradshaw Christian Friday, Nov. 10. The Diamondbacks were held to a single touchdown as the Pride rallied 41 points, bringing Union Mine’s playoff run to an end. In Division 1 playoff action Nov. 10, Oak Ridge dominated Turlock 45-6
at home. Oak Ridge quarterback Joaquin Graves-Mercado passed for 223 yards while Erick Orme Jr. tallied 69 yards rushing and Kaleb Edwards scored three touchdowns in his 153 yards receiving. A pair of Bulldog fumbles and 16 tackles between Trojans linebackers Gavin Malloy and Braedon Mulgannon hindered the Turlock offense. No. 3 seed Oak Ridge (9-2) now has its sights set for Modesto where they will face off against the No. 2 seed Central Catholic Raiders (9-2) Friday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m.
Hunt license-free Nov. 25 California Department of Fish and Wildlife News release It’s the thrill of seeing a high-octane pointing dog slam to a standstill. It’s having a frontrow seat as a wetland comes to life at dawn. It’s the chaos of a valley quail covey erupting from cover; the heartpounding excitement of a tom turkey somewhere in the distance answering your call. It’s the chance to share with friends and family
a wild game meal they can’t get in any grocery store, farmer’s market or five-star restaurant. Californians will have two opportunities to acquaint themselves with the hunting experience during California’s Free Hunting Days. Stemming from a revised California law newly implemented this year, each year the California Department of Fish and Wildlife will designate two free hunting
days. In this license year, they are Nov. 25 and April 13, 2024. On these days, eligible California residents may hunt without purchasing a California hunting license, provided other requirements are met. Those requirements include proof of completion of a hunter education course, possession of a valid free hunt days registration and any required tags, federal entitlements n See hunting, page A8
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Suspected abuse of elders or dependent adults should be reported to your local Adult Protective Services office
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represent becomes a masterpiece in the competitive real estate landscape. It’s not just a listing; it’s a narrative, a story that captivates potential buyers and distinguishes itself from the rest. What truly defines Joseph Gonzales & Viktor Likunov is their unwavering dedication to every listing. They invest in each property as if it were their own, ensuring that every detail is perfected and every feature highlighted. This commitment transforms the selling process into an effortless journey, where the most spectacular properties find their rightful owners. Elevating luxury is not just a tagline for this team; it’s a mission. They don’t just sell homes; they curate experiences. The seamless blend of expertise, passion, and an unparalleled
understanding of the market makes them the go-to team for those who seek exceptional results. In a world where first impressions matter, listing your home with Joseph Gonzales & Viktor Likunov is a strategic move. It’s more than a transaction; it’s an assurance that your property will be showcased with the finesse it deserves, attracting the right offers and discerning buyers. In El Dorado County, where luxury meets the extraordinary, Joseph Gonzales & Viktor Likunov stand as the torchbearers of a new era in real estate. Do it right the first time—choose a team that not only understands luxury but defines it. Choose Joseph Gonzales & Viktor Likunov. Your journey to a successful sale begins here.
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The vendor that works with the city of Placerville to do lighting for events provided a mock-up of a proposal to turn the Bell Tower into a Christmas tree at an estimated cost of $12,500.
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locations to consider as a last-minute fallback. The council discussion proved a prudent precaution, as the city received notice Wednesday the application to set the tree in front of the courthouse had been denied. Three locations — each side of the Bell Tower other than the side facing directly into the primary stretch of Main Street — were considered, with each option providing its own pros and cons. When all options were presented, the council decided 4-0 (Mayor Michael Saragosa was not present) to have the root-crated tree placed in the commercial loading space on the east side of the Bell Tower. Speaking to the Mountain Democrat Thursday, Morris confirmed the tree was to be placed next to the Bell Tower Saturday. The tree is to be decorated by Light It Up, the contractor who also sets up the string lighting along Main Street for the holidays. City Engineer Rebecca Neves emphasized the selected location for the tree should not be cut into for support options — one plan for keeping the tree in place involves cutting into the road and placing a pipe to hold the tree into the ground — as there is a large cistern directly below the space. “We learned that the hard way,” Neves explained. “Please, please do not cut into the roadway there.” Other alternative options were mentioned, including a previously shot-down proposal to decorate the Bell Tower as a tree; the vendor that works with the city to do lighting for events provided Morris a mock-up of such a proposal, giving an estimated
Hunting
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horoscope by Holiday Mathis n today ARIES (March 21-April 19). Usually, you get a better perspective by backing off of your problem but today, getting closer will help you more. Ask your mind to magnify the bits you should be paying attention to. Instinct will kick in and amaze you. TAURUS (April 20-May 20). Get your work out of the way so you can be relaxed and at ease when it’s time to have fun. Tonight, you’ll get the chance to enjoy just being you, giving what you want to, nothing more or different than comes naturally. GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Even if you would welcome a change, there is something to love about your current status. To embrace where you are is to conserve energy. The more energy you have, the easier it is to make change happen. CANCER (June 22-July 22). As the chooser instead of the chosen, you’re free to pursue what’s best for you. In food seek nutrition; in service, efficiency; in friendships, levity. Stick to your rules and standards. It’s these criteria that keeps you on track now. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). A true friend is someone who is there for you when you need them. Even if you don’t see them often, they are someone you know you can trust. Happiness comes from prioritizing these relationships. VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Everyone you meet was a baby once, helpless and in need of being raised. Being in touch with the basic vulnerability we all share emboldens you to take social risks, talk to strangers and generally put yourself out there. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). Your higher judgment will
tell you it’s safe to let go of your inhibitions and become closely involved with other people. There’s no reason to resist, so allow a relationship to take its natural progression through your life. SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Shortly after alighting on the best idea ever, you’ll speculate all of the reasons it’s really not. This is the natural pendulum swing of ideas. You’ll only really know its merit when you take it out of thought form and into reality. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). People gain tremendous self-worth from being able to do things for themselves. So, while your desire is to be of service, you’re also well aware that sometimes it’s better to teach others, then stand back and watch them take it from there. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). It’s surprising how little awareness some people have of their own talents. It takes an outsider to provide illumination. The compliments you give will be meaningful in both content and timing. You help people understand their strengths better. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Though sometimes you’ve felt crowds were a nuisance, causing traffic, long lines and other inconveniences, today the crowd is your friend. It offers protection and a certain atmosphere that induces a feeling of well-being and happiness. PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). You’re a deep thinker but stay in the shallows today because you will need to decide quickly and without much research. You’ll guess well because your perceptive subconscious mind is working all the time.
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and entry permits. All free hunting participants must be accompanied by a mentor at least 21 years of age who holds a valid California hunting license. “The dates were chosen carefully and intentionally to provide the widest variety of hunting opportunities and options for anyone interested in giving hunting a try,” said Taylor Williams, the Recruit, Retain, Reactivate (R3) manager at CDFW. “On Nov. 25, waterfowl seasons and many upland game seasons, from rabbit and squirrel to dove, pheasant, quail and fall wild turkey, will be open in various zones throughout the state,” Williams said. “It’s also a holiday weekend when friends and family get together so it can be a great time to take out a friend or relative who has been interested in giving hunting a try.” California’s second free hunting day on April 13, 2024, was chosen with wild pig and wild turkey in mind, two popular species to hunt in the spring. “We encourage California residents to try free hunting days and discover their own connection to nature and wild food in our state,” Williams said. “Free hunting days provide opportunities for people interested
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cost of $12,500. “I suppose it is a possibility,” Morris said when presenting the image to the council. “I don’t think it looks terrible, but $12,500 is pretty terrible,” Councilmember Jackie Neau replied. After the council voted on the issue, Councilmember Clerici noted the city could explore decorating the Bell Tower in a future year, and potentially hold a contest for designs and solutions that could be easily installed at a reasonable cost. The scramble to find a home for the temporary tree is one of a list of hiccups the city has seen while putting together plans for this year’s holiday festivities. Breaking from recent years, where the tree-lighting celebration formerly called the Festival of Lights was put on by local faith-based organizations, city staff worked on initial plans for this year’s holiday celebration in partnership with the El Dorado Community Foundation. The proposed plan for the event has already seen changes since its introduction early November. Originally named Hometown Holidays, the event has been renamed to Hometown Christmas after community input. The Christmas tree has also been a point of discussion; when the plan was first introduced, the tree would have been removed nearly two weeks prior to Christmas Day. With council members and city residents unhappy with the prospect of a treeless Christmas, plans were altered to allow the tree to stay standing through the holiday.
in hunting to finally give it a try at little cost and experienced hunters the chance to mentor someone new.” With the possession of free hunt day registration, residents wishing to hunt on the two designated days are not required to possess a California hunting license, a California duck validation or a California upland validation. All hunting regulations, including bag limits, gear restrictions and shooting times remain in effect for free hunting days. Participants must also possess any additional requirements, including passes for state-operated wildlife areas, tags and federal entitlements such as a federal duck stamp for those hunting waterfowl who are 16 and older. Those choosing to hunt wild pigs will need to purchase and possess a wild pig tag. More information is available at CDFW’s Free Hunting Days webpage wildlife.ca.gov/licensing/hunting/ free-hunting-days. Free hunting days registration is available at no cost at CDFW license sales offices, from license agents and through CDFW’s online license sales and services website. Hunting seasons, regulations, places to hunt and other resources are available at CDFW’s hunting in California webpage wildlife.ca.gov/hunting.
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tree into moveable sections and then pulling them off the STAR SUV with an excavator, Parker said. The good Samaritans also brought out their pry bars to help open the crushed vehicle doors. An air ambulance initially ordered to transport the injured STAR volunteers was grounded by weather conditions; the three were instead taken by ground transport to area hospitals for treatment. Two of the STAR volunteers were treated and released Wednesday night and were
recovering at home, reported Parker in a Thursday morning update. The third volunteer was still being treated but was in stable condition. The STAR volunteers were conducting security patrols at the time of the incident, about 2 p.m. The Sheriff ’s Office did not share the identities of the volunteers. While Sweeney Road is near the Caldor Fire burn scar, Parter noted the tree that fell onto the STAR patrol was not in the area where the 2021 wildfire burned.
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George Wheeldon, center, serves up breakfast during a geology class field trip in 1984. Wheeldon’s enthusiasm for geology would often enthrall students, who would be more than happy to join him on days-long field trips to the desert. Mary Jane Wheeldon, left, and George, right photo, sit at a table for two in front of an American River Community College bus in Stewart Valley, Nev., on May 24, 1981, during their annual Memorial Day field trip. Mary Jane would join George for almost every field trip he would organize during his career.
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the Rose Bowl was always one of his favorites,” said Mary Jane Wheeldon, his wife of 44 years. The other major event George experienced at Hartnell proved to be a turning point that helped shape his entire life: he attended his first geology class. After earning a degree in science with focuses on geology, zoology and chemistry/physics from California State University, San Jose, George went back to school for a master’s degree in secondary education and a teaching credential. He found his first teaching job at El Dorado High School covering biology; he moved to the county with his family in 1960. Mary Jane said George would later explain that he had been swayed into taking the job because the area was so close to the mountains where he could go skiing regularly. While teaching and coaching the ski and football teams at El Dorado, George earned a fellowship with the National Science Foundation; he went back to school and earned a master’s degree in geology at the University of South Dakota. When he returned to El Dorado County in 1965, George began the work that would secure his place as a monumental figure in the community; he convinced American River College ( jokingly called UBR, or University Behind Raley’s, by locals at the time) to allow him to teach geology courses. George’s passion for the subject paired with his knack for storytelling made the material covered in the class come to life, engaging students on a level many didn’t expect. “I first formally encountered George more than 20 years ago at UBR when he was offering a popular class on the mining history of the mother lode,” Ott said. “It was the most entertaining and informative class I’d ever seen. I took it twice — once for credit and a second time because I had enjoyed it so much. During his class, we would just be enthralled.”
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George had a knack for developing lasting relationships with students; Mary Jane first met him when she decided to take her first college class, and others such as Ott and Scott Briscoe became longtime friends. “George had a rare talent, making what could really be a mundane science very interesting,” said Briscoe. “It’s difficult to make a technical, nitty-gritty science so engaging. But he knew how to talk to his students about the subject in such a way that someone with 15 years of experience and a novice with two months of classes would listen in and both be equally interested.” Briscoe’s own life may have been very different had he not crossed paths with George; he works in Colorado as the regional chief geologist for Newmont, the leading gold mining company in the world. Briscoe took classes from George from 2001-03, which ultimately sparked his love for the field. A highlight of George’s classes were the field trips, days-long excursions with 50-150 students and community members who sometimes travelled hundreds of miles to explore interesting geological sites. The trips, led by George and Mary Jane, gained a legendary reputation. Students would find fascinating relics from abandoned mining towns as well as fossils and rare or interesting minerals and gems while George would lead discussions and share his knowledge of the area. One field trip gained brief national attention, according to Mary Jane and friends of George’s, when a group of students boated to an island on Mono Lake and became stuck due to storm conditions while George rushed to a nearby town to get help. Though the escape from the lake took time, all students made it home safely. The trips also featured massive barbecues, famous in their own right, that George took pride in. “He would always set up a great kitchen,” Mary Jane recalled. “We would usually wind up bringing
George, left, speaks to Mountain Democrat reporter Lee Wessman during a field trip in 1984. hundreds of pounds of groceries to make sure everyone was fed. I went on about 98% of all the field trips he ran, and they were always memorable, and gave students a chance to relax. They came back to the classroom happier.” George’s approach to camping came from a love for travel and an appreciation of life he shared with anyone who would join him. “I went camping with George and the first time I was eating these MREs, prepared meals like they have in the military,” Briscoe shared. “George was out there cooking steak and pulled me over and said, ‘When you’re in the field, you can still enjoy yourself.’” George decided to step away from his career as a teacher and consultant after 50 years. He closed out his career with lectures on deep blue lead, a vast, ancient river formed by geologic forces millions of years ago. The ore deposited along the lead eventually became the seeds that sprouted the Gold Rush. George, an expert in the region’s geologic legacy and mining history, delivered the lecture to a crowd that swelled so
far past its anticipated size he had to give it again due to popular demand in the summer of 2017. During his retirement, George would often stay in touch with former pupils and friends, asking about their careers and providing advice when he could. “The people that loved him really loved him,” said Mary Jane. He and Mary Jane went on trips around the world — Mary Jane would love to visit the beaches, while George was always called to some geological formation nearby. George’s health wavered in his final years; he had a form of hemophilia that once required cobra venom to staunch a week-long nosebleed when he was young. George’s legacy will live on. El Dorado Gold 1848, a local nonprofit, has been setting the groundwork for an as-yet unnamed museum that will sit at 515 Main St., in Placerville. Highlighting local histories and the people who shaped the region, plans for the museum feature a section dedicated to the county’s rich geological heritage that would be named after George.
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Buddy Kofoid of Penngrove intends to change that in 2023 as the defending Hangtown 100 winner. In fact, he’s won his past two USAC midget starts at Placerville, scoring the night two prelim and the finale in 2022. Kofoid, the 2021-22 USAC Midget National champion, will also try to maintain Keith Kunz/ Curb-Agajanian Motorsports’ stranglehold of the Hangtown 100 after having swept all three nights of the event in 2022 with driver Tanner Carrick also taking the opener. Already a winner at Placerville this season, Kofoid grabbed a sprint car triumph there in September’s 49er Gold Rush Classic.
Winning a piece of the Placerville pie
There’s quite an array of drivers who’ve already achieved winning performances at Placerville this year. Lincoln driver Carrick gave Keith Kunz Motorsports its 134th USAC National Midget victory during last year’s Hangtown 100 opening night prelim, making KKM the winningest team in series history. Carrick has been a regular in winged 360 sprint car competition this year at Placerville, scoring a feature win in July while finishing eighth in the standings. Carrick, a two-time USAC Midget National winner, will be aboard the No. 98 midget for KKM at Placerville and also the two nights at Merced Speedway Nov. 21-22. Shane Golobic of Fremont will drive for car owner and Hangtown 100 promoter Matt Wood. Golobic won the World of Outlaws stop at Placerville in 2019 and scored a 360 win of his own this past August. The 2017 USAC Indiana Midget Week champion will be vying for his first USAC Midget National feature win since 2016. Michael Faccinto out of Hanford is the 2023 Placerville 360 sprint car track champ, having
won one main event. The two-time USAC Western States Midget titlist will pilot a midget out of the Graunstadt Enterprises/Matt Streeter Racing stable and also bagged a USAC WSM victory at Placerville in 2022. Castro Valley driver Jake Andreotti and newly crowned USAC WSM champ Brody Fuson of Bakersfield have also been victorious with the USAC WSM series at Placerville of late with Andreotti scoring in 2022 and Fuson tis past July.
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night, which will not only seed the starting lineups, but also will pay off in the end. The driver accruing the most points throughout the Hangtown 100 will receive a $12,500 reward. Friday’s 30-lap, $5,000-to-win feature will pay appearance points only toward the USAC Midget National standings. Saturday’s 100-lap, $8,000-to-win finale will pay feature points only toward the USAC Midget National season-long tally for all licensed series drivers and entrants.
The Hangtown 100 of 2021 was a banner weekend for both Justin Grant and Ryan Timms, and between the two drivers, they own five 2023 USAC Midget National victories and reside inside the top-four of the series standings. Ione’s Grant raced past Buddy Kofoid with 14 laps to go to win the Hangtown 100 finale that year at the place he described as the place “where I grew up; this is where I fell in love with racing; this is the place where I decided I wanted to be a racecar driver.” Out of Oklahoma City, Okla., a 15-year-old Timms made history to become the youngest feature winner in the history of USAC Midget National racing, a record that stands to this day. Grant’s been on a hot streak of late, having won two of the last three after going winless with the series until late September. Timms, meanwhile, wants to finish strong driving for the same team and car number that has won each of the past two Hangtown 100 features with Kofoid in the seat in 2021.
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The Hangtown 100 format is a bit different than the norm with the accumulation of points playing a role front and center on the stage throughout the two nights of the event. Points will be earned via finishing position and number of positions advanced throughout each
The Hangtown 100 is the one and only 100-lap event on the USAC Midget National calendar this season. Once a regular feature on the schedule in the early years of the series, these days, it’s a rare event. This year’s Hangtown 100 will be the 398th 100lap feature run in the series’ history since its debut in 1956, and the 117th in the state of California. Four drivers in this year’s Hangtown 100 field have experienced the feat of winning 100-lap USAC midget races: Kyle Larson, Justin Grant, Cannon McIntosh and Buddy Kofoid. All but McIntosh’s victory at Huset’s Speedway came at Placerville. Larson captured the Hangtown 100 at Placerville in 2019 as did Grant in 2021 and Kofoid in 2022. McIntosh’s 100-lap victory came in 2022 at South Dakota’s Huset’s Speedway. McIntosh has yet to win at Placerville, twice finishing second in 30-lap prelim features in 2021 and 2022. Placerville Speedway’s front gates open at 3 p.m. for the Hangtown 100. Reserved and general admission ticket packages for the races, along with single night tickets, are available at hangtown100. com. Tickets will also be available at the gate on race day.
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In the 1600s, the Wampanoag Nation had about seventy thousand people living in 67 villages. This map shows some of them. The large print shows the Wampanoag name of a village. The small print gives the modern name. hen the Pilgrims arrived at what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts, they met native peoples who had lived in the area for thousands of years. Their name, Wampanoag, means “People of the First Light.” This name was chosen because they lived on the east coast and they received the light of dawn before anyone to the west.
MASSACHUSETTS TITICUT
PAMET Truro
PATUXET
Bridgewater
Plymouth
NAMASKET Middleborough
COHANNET Taunton
AGAWAM Wareham MANOMET
SEEKONK ASSONET MATTAPUSIT Fall River
MASHPEE
ACUSHNET
Select one article from today’s newspaper and identify two people or groups of people affected by the news in the article. Write one or more sentences telling each person or group’s point of view about the news. Main topic of article:
CUMMAQUID Barnstable
MANNAMOYIK Chatham
Person or group #1:
New Bedford
AQUIDNEK SAKONNET Little Compton
AT L A N T I C OCEAN
NAUSHON
Point of view:
CAPOWAK
Can you find the region shown on the map at right on a U.S. map?
Martha’s Vineyard
AQUINNAH
CHAPPAQUIDDIK
Gay Head
NANTUCKET
Standards Link: History: Students understand the reasons that Americans celebrate certain holidays.
Based on map developed by Nanepashemet for the Plimoth Plantation Wampanoag Program. Recreated with permission of Plimoth Plantation, Inc.
This trouble-making turkey has taken some words out of these paragraphs. Can you find where each word belongs?
Celebrations of thanksgiving in North America did not _______ with the Pilgrims at __________ in 1621. Gratefulness was (and is) a very important part of ________________ life. The Wampanoag have held ___________ to give thanks since ____________ times. And, not just for a good _____________. The Wampanoag give thanks for the birth of a child and other good fortune. In fact, giving thanks was the __________ reason for Wampanoag celebrations.
The arrival of colonists from Europe was seen differently by different groups of people. The Wampanoag were cautious and unsure about these new people. The colonists were relieved to be done with their long voyage, but afraid of what might lie ahead.
I am the shape of all things given by The Creator. I have no end and no beginning. I am the shape of life itself. What am I?
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21 - 5 = A 18 - 9 = C
6
15
9
13
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11 + 6 = E 21 - 8 = L 14 - 8 = I 24 - 9 = R
Standards Link: Reading Comprehension: Follow simple written directions.
Headline Poem Challenge
Clip at least 10 headlines from today’s newspaper and divide them into their parts of speech (noun, verb, adjective, etc.). Create a poem about Thanksgiving using all the words you clipped. Standards Link: Writing Applications: Write in a variety of genres including poetry.
© 2003 Plimoth Plantation, Inc.
Give each person at your Thanksgiving feast a page of the newspaper. See who can find each of the following in his or her paper: • An odd number • The word “thanks” • Something to be thankful for • A delicious food • A Thanksgiving event • A good place to visit
Standards Link: Writing Applications: Use strategies (e.g., point of view) to write for a variety of purposes.
Thanks for always being such a great friend, Chris!
Standards Link: Research: Use the newspaper to locate information.
WAMPANOAG Find the words in the puzzle, then in this week’s Kid Scoop VOYAGE stories and activities. HARVEST W N E R U T A N P E COAST H A S F O R T U N E PILGRIMS T T M O E T N P L S CREATOR PLYMOUTH U I I P G W A O E T O V R H A R V E S T NATIVE M E G D Y N D A R F PLENTY CORN Y F L L O C O R N C DAWN L I I I V C G A H T FORTUNE P L P L E N T Y G S SEED Standards Link: Letter sequencing. Recognized identical LIFE words. Skim and scan reading. Recall spelling patterns.
What do math teachers do on Thanksgiving? ANSWER: Count their blessings.
Standards Link: History: Students understand the history of how communities in North America varied long ago.
Person or group #2:
Point of view:
In November of 1620, exploring colonists found corn buried in the ground. They called corn “Indian wheat.” Here are two viewpoints on this same event:
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Use the newspaper to understand different points of view.
APTUXCET
POKANOKET POCASSET
RHODE ISLAND
Today’s Kid Scoop provides two different points of view about the coming of the Pilgrims to North America.
Wellfleet
Bourne
Swansea
Bristol
NAUSET
Think About It!
… telling a friend you’re thankful they’re your friend!
This week’s word:
VIEWPOINT
The noun viewpoint means an opinion about something. The Wampanoag have a different viewpoint about Thanksgiving than some others. Try to use the word viewpoint in a sentence today when talking with your friends and family members.
I Am Thankful
Write about something or someone for which or whom you are thankful. What are some of the ways this person or thing makes your life better? How do you show your appreciation?
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KNOW Nov. 17 The Sierra Renaissance Society presents From Dick and Jane to Digitization of Education by Margaret Maughan, 1-2:30 p.m. at the Mother Lode Lions Hall, 4701 Missouri Flat Road. The society will hold its annual business meeting followed by the presentation. Admission free for members; public is invited to attend two meetings a year free. The Sierra Renaissance Society of El Dorado County is dedicated to lifelong learning and hosts presentations and workshops throughout the year. For more information visit srsedc.org. A Friendsgiving Potluck will be held at 1 p.m. at the Gilmore Senior Center, 990 Lassen Lane in El Dorado Hills. Dogwood Garden Club and the Pollock PinesCamino Community Center, 2675 Sanders Drive in Pollock Pines, host a fundraiser craft fair, 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 18. This year 24 vendors will sell their home-crafted wares. The Dogwood Garden Club will sell homemade baked goods and the community center will sell soups, sandwiches, chili, mac & cheese and burritos all in an effort to raise funds for local organizations, including the community center, Friends of the Library, the Boys and Girls Club and the food pantry.
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Students of Crunchem Hall root for Bruce Bogtrotter (Elizabeth Frank-Bourdett) whose punishment for eating cake is to eat an entire chocolate cake in Imagination Theater’s production of “Matilda the Musical,” opening Nov. 17.
‘Matilda’ and friends deal a heavy blow to bullies Andrew Vonderschmitt Mountain Democrat correspondent
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magination Theater brings “Matilda the Musical” to vivid life Nov. 17 through Dec. 23. With music and lyrics by Tim Minchin and book by Dennis Kelly, the popular 2010 musical based on Roald Dahl’s critically acclaimed 1988 novel tells a tale of a vulnerable young girl who finds her power through adversity. Abused by her less-thanbright and aggressively uncouth parents from the moment of birth, ignored and taunted by her imbecilic brother Michael, played by Giuseppe Sticca and terrorized by her misopedist headmistress, Agatha Trunchbull, little Matilda Wormwood, played alternately by Bella Milton and Eloise Pond, refuses to give in to bullies and fights injustice at every opportunity. She is encouraged by Mrs. Phelps the librarian played by Karen Wolfe and eventually gains an adult ally, Miss Honey, and finds in her a kindred spirit who, in turn, rekindles her own fire. Despite, or more likely due to, the odds against her, Matilda rises as a force to be reckoned with, unearthing old secrets and righting decadesold wrongs. When we first meet the Wormwoods, Harry, played by Paul Bott, and Zinnia, played by Alison Loeprich, Mom doesn’t believe she’s pregnant until she actually gives birth and Dad, holding the baby with a cigarette in his
410s will perform at 5 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/livemusic. Olde Coloma Theatre presents “Twice Upon a North Pole Christmas” or “There’s Snow Time Like the Present,” Nov. 17 through Dec. 17. For tickets and more information visit oldecolomatheatre.com. Object Heavy will perform at 8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. 60s Summer of Love will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar at 10 p.m. The Valhalla Tahoe Holiday Faire takes place Nov. 17-19 and features an eclectic mix of hand-made crafts that make special gifts for family and friends. For more information visit valhallatahoe.com. The Sofia in Sacramento hosts “WOMAN. LIFE. FREEDOM. ATHLETE ABUSE,” a short documentary produced by investigative journalist and n See know, page B4
Matilda (Bella Milton) meets a kindred spirit in her new teacher Miss Honey (Lorin Torbitt). mouth, insists that she must be a boy. Their relationships go downhill from there. Matilda is constantly overlooked, belittled and abused. She is mocked for reading instead of watching TV and scorned for her intellect. Unbeknownst to the Wormwoods, they are training little Matilda to fight bullies of all stripes. As Matilda grows so does her mental acuity. At a very young age she is speaking full sentences, reading above her grade level and discovering more about herself than she could have possibly imagined. By the time she is old enough to go to school, she is reading
novels like “Moby Dick” and “Jane Eyre.” She can also, by the way, move things with her mind. At school, Matilda meets her archest of enemies and staunchest of allies. Miss Trunchbull, the headmistress of Crunchem Hall, hates children and especially Matilda for unknown reasons. Miss Honey, on the other hand, becomes a fast friend and confidant seeing much of herself in Matilda. Honey eventually reveals her tragic history; the truculent Trunchbull, as it turns out, is her aunt and has raised Honey since her father’s death. She has swindled Honey out of
her inheritance, including her family home, and as if that was not enough, takes most of Honey’s pay as a schoolteacher. Matilda, wanting to protect her new friend, takes the fight to Trunchbull using her developing telekinetic powers. While her father is being sought by authorities for unethical used car sales practices and Honey is in a pitched battle with her lifelong nemesis, Matilda continues to try to do the right thing. She stands up with her fellow Crunchem Hall students against inhuman punishment n See Matilda, page B12
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Art Studio 360 — Shadow Ranch Placerville Art Gallery — Field Number Fifteen Gold Country Artists Gallery — Bookshelf Kinkade Gallery — William Gunn Volution Gallery — E16 Pop Art — Medeiros Ambiance — Cappelli’s Planted on Main — Sierra Vista Placerville News — Golden Leaves Home Inspirations — Lava Cap Artistic Beads — Iverson Violets are Blue — Skinner
Thrifted on Main — Bumgarner Blue Skies — Holly’s Hill Kitchen Goods — Via Romano TooGood winery will be pouring free samples at its shop location. This is sure to be a fun-filled event. The Wine Smith and Green Room Social Club will host guest artists and live music for the evening. What better time to sample and select your favorite wines for your Thanksgiving and Holiday table? There will be no onsite sales, but afterward participants can treat themselves to visiting the wineries of their choice to purchase wines for the festive season ahead.
Seventeen wineries offer free tastings this Saturday in Main Street businesses.
Arts association hosts exhibit judge Sylvia Coleman Placerville Arts Association
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lacerville Arts Association tops the year off in a grand way with a presentation by William Ishmael, the show juror/judge for the 57th National Mother Lode Exhibition. Ishmael will review the process that he went through jurying the show at the MACC gallery in Rancho Cordova. The show can be viewed online at paa. gallery. PAA’s meeting will be held 2:30-4:30 p.m. Monday, Nov. 20, in the dining room at the Placerville Senior Center, 937 Spring St. Between the presentation and business meeting will be refreshment time where artists and guests mingle, become acquainted and munch on delectables. Jurying is not as easy as it looks at first glance. Poring over 400 entries, rating them and finally choosing 130 of the best of the best is a painstaking process. But Ishmael has the experience and skill of going through this process with know-how. Over the last 30 years he has participated in many gallery shows on the West Coast as well as completed commissions and permanent installations for several well-known organizations. He is also serving (or has served) as a board member or chair on a number of prominent art organizations in the
“GeeGaw II” by William Ishmael Sacramento area. In addition, Ishmael has had his work accepted into many art shows and invitationals — including art auctions for the Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento. Ishmael’s art work has been shown in many
galleries and he’s the recipient of many awards. For more visit iamishmael.com. After a break for refreshments, PAA will welcome new members who have joined this year. They will be invited to introduce
themselves and share their art. PAA is a nonprofit and loves nothing more than to share fine art and artists with the community, welcoming new members all year. To learn more about visit placervillearts.com.
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LIGHTHOUSE MISSIONARY BAPTIST CHURCH 5441 Pony Express Church Pollock Pines (Across from Valero, Exit 57) Pastor Aaron Bryan Sunday Service 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Evening Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Monthly Breakfast October 7th, 10:00 a.m. Church Fall Carnival October 27th, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 644-7036 or 621-4276
LIGHT OF THE HILLS LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS
3100 Rodeo Rd., Cameron Park Pastor Alan Sommer, Senior Pastor Pastor Kyle Weeks, Associate Pastor Sunday Worship 8:00 am and 10:45am Sunday School and Bible Study 9:30am 8am Service is live streamed. www.loth.org 530-677-9536
SOLID ROCK FAITH CENTER DIAMOND SPRINGS Pastor Don B. Pritchard 6205 Enterprise Dr., Diamond Springs Church 642-2038 Sunday Services 10:00 a.m. “Ministering to every need and every life the power of Christ’’
MOUNTAINSIDE CENTER FOR SPIRITUAL LIVING
Town Hall 549 Main Street, Placerville Sunday Services 10:30 a.m. Visitors Always Welcome Our Mission “To offer the teachings and wisdom that supports an expanding Spiritual awarness of love and the Divine Within.”
THE EL DORADO COMMUNITY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH 4701 Church St. El Dorado 530-622-8868 message phone Pastor George Turnboo Sunday Service 11:00 AM
For Information Call Elizabeth Hansen at 530-344-5028
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second collaboration with writer/director Alexander HHH1/2 Payne after their 2004 Academy Award winning R, 2 hours, 13 minutes (Best Adapted Screenplay) Comedy, Drama hit “Sideways,” which was Now playing in theaters one of my favorite films of that decade. I hope we ell I’ll be, a middon’t have to wait almost level budgeted 20 years to see them work comedy/drama Joshua B. Porter together again. from Hollywood that we Here’s a piece of trivia Democrat correspondent were told tinseltown wasn’t I wasn’t aware of until making anymore in lieu researching this film: Paul of high-risk, high-reward Giamatti is the son of Bart Giamatti, late blockbusters like the Marvel movies that president of Yale University and the Major have flooded the market in recent years. League Baseball commissioner who banned Alexander Payne’s (“Election,” “Sideways,” Pete Rose for life. “Nebraska”) new film “The Holdovers” Back to the film — the screenplay was is funny, heartwarming and the absolute written by David Hemingson, who up to best way to start the holiday season at the this point has exclusively been a television cinema. writer. I wasn’t surprised Paul Giamatti (“Private to find out the original In an era of cinema Parts,” “Sideways,”“John sample for this Adams’’) plays a cranky blockbusting we have a writing story was a TV pilot until history teacher at a small holiday film that Payne got his hands on it remote prep school who and it became a feature is forced to remain on focuses on relationships film. It’s a beautifully campus over the holidays and the human condition crafted screenplay about with a troubled student the pratfalls, misery and who has no place to go. In to unwrap this early in attachments the holidays a year that is about to give the season. can bring and it’s a great us Best Actor nominations feature film debut by Mr. like Cillian Murphy and Hemingson. Leonardo DiCaprio, Giamatti will certainly The movie starts out with several students garner attention for this performance. who are also “holdovers” during the The man has chosen great material for
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Old Sac Waterfront transforms into holiday wonderland Traci Rockefeller Cusack News release SACRAMENTO — Old Sacramento Waterfront will be completely transformed into a holiday village with decorations, a 60-foot tree, light shows, themed bar crawls, pedestrianfriendly streets and unique gifts to purchase starting on Small Business Saturday. Located three blocks away from Golden 1 Center and the Downtown Sacramento Ice Rink, Old Sacramento Waterfront is a key destination for holiday shopping and entertainment. Expanding on the 15th anniversary of Theatre of Lights, the immersive, live-action light show on the balconies of Old Sacramento buildings, the entire district will be embracing the holiday spirit. Theatre of Lights is a free, family-friendly performance created by Stage Nine Exhibitions’ Troy Carlson and voiced by Emmynominated voice actor Bill Farmer, the voice of Disney’s Goofy. The performance features an immersive retelling of The Night Before Christmas by Clement Clarke Moore alongside stories of how Sacramento pioneers experienced the calamities — and revelry — that befell the new city in the 1850s. The Holiday Tree Lighting kicks off Theatre of Lights on Wednesday evening, Nov. 22. The tree lighting ceremony will feature community favorites such as the Sacramento Gay Men’s Chorus. This year, the district will have plenty of ways to celebrate the season
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Special events • All out décor — In addition to the Holiday Tree with almost 24,000 lights, every building in the district will be adorned with garland and LED lights, every street pole will
sport bows and storefronts will have decorations. To show off Sacramento pride, the Holiday Tree will be lit Kings’ purple on game nights. • Holiday Tree lighting — On Wednesday, Nov. 22, opening performances by talented community groups begin at 5 p.m. The 60-foot Holiday Tree will be lit at 6 p.m. and the first Theatre of Lights performance of the season will follow. • Theatre of Lights — Theatre of Lights is a free, immersive performance retelling “The Night Before Christmas” in a uniquely Sacramento way on the balconies of Old Sacramento Waterfront.
Electrifying shows happen at 6 and 7:30 p.m. Thursdays through Sundays from Thanksgiving Eve to Dec. 30 (no show on Thanksgiving or Christmas). • Themed bar crawls — Bars like Bear & Crown, Honey & The Trapcat, Last Stop Saloon, Delta King and more were given grants to transform their spaces into festive holiday pop-up bars. The bars will be all decked out and feature themed drink specials. These bars being within a few walkable blocks of each other, Old Sacramento Waterfront is the perfect district for a holiday bar crawl. • Live big, support small: shop local — There are 50-plus locally owned retail stores in the district and each has plenty of unique items that make perfect gifts. Old Sacramento Waterfront will be launching official gift guides this Small Business Saturday so visitors can get holiday shopping done in one place while supporting Sacramento-owned businesses. • Holiday market — A pop-up holiday market by Peachy Pop Ups will fill Front Street with artisan goods and art 5-9 p.m. Fridays and 2-8 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays, Nov. 24 through Dec. 31. • Holiday Music — The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear. District visitors can explore the district with the sounds of roaming carolers on Fridays and live music Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information about Old Sacramento Waterfront visit oldsacramento.com.
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Nov. 18 The El Dorado Hills Town Center Farmers Market takes place year round, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday. Wander behind Nibblers and Trek Bicycle to discover a cornucopia of delights, where local area farms showcase an abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables. Explore stalls brimming with homemade treasures including jams and cheeses, as well many handmade
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The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts the Christmas Craft Faire with more than 60 vendors, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cameron Park Community Center.
Smith Flat House in Placerville hosts HomeGrown Comedy with Ellis Rodriguez and Becky Lynn. Dinner begins at 6 p.m. and the laughs start at 8 p.m. For tickets and more information call (530) 621-1003 or visit smithflathouse.com.
Mellowood Vineyard in the Fair Play area welcomes fall and the start of the holiday season with KK’s Kenyan BBQ turkey, applepecan cornbread stuffing and more paired with Mellowood wine plus live music by Tom Power. Seatings available at 1 and 3 p.m. To register email loree@mellowoodvineyard.com. Face in a Book in El Dorado Hills Town Center hosts mystery author James L’Etoile as he launches his latest mystery, “Face of Greed.” The event will be held 3-5 p.m.
Nipper Brothers will perform at 8 p.m. at The Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville. For tickets and more information visit clubgreenroom.com. Bobby Zoppi and the Corduroys will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar at 10 p.m. World Ballet Series presents “Cinderella” at 2 and 6 p.m. at n See know, page B5
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Santa Claus will host the Folsom Palladio’s annual Christmas Tree lighting event that includes plenty of Christmas cheer, holiday music, beverages, holiday cookies and giveaways provided to children. Join the festivities 5-6 p.m. in the piazza.
The Crocker Art Museum is pleased to once again partner with the Creative Arts League of Sacramento in bringing attendees an opportunity to shop for distinctive, one-of-akind treasures at the annual three-day Crocker Holiday Artisan Market, Nov. 24-26 at Scottish Rite Center, 6151 H St., Sacramento. Parking is free.
The Oakland Jazz Choir will perform at 6:30 p.m. at Valhalla Tahoe. For tickets and more information visit valhallatahoe.com. Two-time Grammy winner BeauSoleil avec Michael Doucet will perform at 7 p.m. at Sutter Creek Theatre in Sutter Creek. For tickets and more information call (916) 425-0077 or visit suttercreektheater.com. The Sacramento Philharmonic & Opera presents Brahms’ “Stormy Symphony No. 4” with cellist Zlatomir Fung, 7:30 p.m. at the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center in Sacramento. For tickets and more information visit sacphilopera.org.
Bobby Dickson will perform at 4 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music.
The Sacramento Zoo hosts Starlight Safari, 6-9 p.m. For registration and more information visit saczoo.org.
Starbright Entertainment presents Bee Gees Gold – a tribute at 7:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.
Ed Wilson will perform at Jack Russell Farm Brewery in Camino, 1-4 p.m. Richard March will perform at 3 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music.
Nov. 20 The Shingle Springs Band of Miwok Indians and the Food Bank of El Dorado County offer a free Harvest Meal (one per family) with a drive-thru event 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 4550 Business Drive, Cameron Park. Homebound residents can arrange for delivery. For more information call (530) 621-9950. The Cameron Park Community Services District hosts a park pop-up event at Rasmussen Park, 10-11:30 a.m. Hands4Hope presents Nashville Songwriters Live. Hear the stories behind hit songs at 7 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter. net or call (916) 608-6888.
Nov. 21 Vitalant will host an El Dorado Hills community blood drive, 11:30 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. at El Dorado Hills Stadium 14 Theater & IMAX Theater, 2101 Vine St. Make an appointment at donors. vitalant.org and use blood drive code SMFM486 or call (877) 258-4825 and mention the same code. Walk-ins will be accommodated if space allows. Vitalant will host an Placerville community blood drive, 1-4:30 p.m. at Placerville Cinema, 337 Placerville Drive. 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 allows. Powell’s Steamer Company and Pub, 425 Main St., presents Eric Hill and Jonny Mojo for Taco Tuesday on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 4-7 p.m. Stop by for some good food and good tunes. For more information call (530) 626-1091. The Beatles Guitar Project Rock Orchestra presents the 55th anniversary of The Beatles’ “White Album’ at 6:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.
Nov. 23 The Pollock Pines-Camino Community Center Association hosts a free community Thanksgiving dinner, 1-4 p.m. at 2675 Sanders Drive in Pollock Pines. For more information or to make donations call (530) 647-8005.
Nov. 24 ShilrJAM will perform at 12:30 p.m. at HWY 50 Brewery in Camino. For more information visit hwy50brewery.com/live-music. Hill Street Band will perform at Red Hawk Casino’s Stage Bar at 10 p.m. El Dorado Hills Town Center’s Elf on the Boulevard Scavenger Hunt begins. Pick up a passport at any participating Town Center business or find one online at edhtowncenter. com. Embark on a quest to locate the elusive elves hidden within local businesses. Once all have been found, return the passport to Face in a Book for a chance to win the grand prize. The
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Ring in the holiday season with the music of Millington Strings and enjoy a gift of music and dinner from the Church of Our Saviour in Placerville Bring your family and friends for a joy-filled, free, afternoon of music performed by Steve and Anne Millington. The concert begins at 4 p.m. at the church, 2979 Coloma St. in Placerville. Dinner will follow. No reservations required. Questions may be directed to oursaviouroffice@gmail.com. Scott Thomas Productions presents 3 Queens of Motown – a tribute to Tina Turner, Aretha Franklin and Diana Ross at 6:30 p.m. at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888.
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Now Falcon’s Eye Theatre at Folsom Lake College presents “20,000 Leagues Under the Sea” through Nov. 19 at Harris Center for the Arts in Folsom. For tickets and more information visit harriscenter.net or call (916) 608-6888. Big Idea Theatre in Sacramento presents “After the Blast” through Nov. 25. For tickets and more information call (916) 960-3036 or visit bigideatheatre.org. Sutter Street Theatre in Folsom presents “Shrek The Musical Jr.” through Nov. 26. For tickets and more information call (916) 3531001 or visit sutterstreettheatre.com.
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The Stage at Burke Junction in Cameron Park presents “Alabama Women” through Nov. 26. Showtimes are 1 and 5 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays. For tickets and more information visit stageatburke.com. The Sacramento Fine Arts Center in Carmichael hosts A Taste for Art exhibition through Dec. 2. For more information visit sacfinearts.org. B Street Theatre at The Sofia in Sacramento presents “Snow Fever” through Dec. 24. For tickets and more information call (916) 4435300 or visit bstreettheatre.org. Sacramento’s River Fox Train’s Magical Christmas Train and the Skunk Train’s The World’s Largest Christmas Tree Train invite families and holiday enthusiasts to create cherished memories during this festive season, now through Dec. 27. For booking and inquiries call (800) 866-1690 or visit riveroxtrain.com. Crocker Art Museum in Sacramento presents A Marriage of Arts & Crafts featuring the works of Evelyn and William De Morgan through Jan. 7, 2024; ABC — 123, Fletcher Benton’s sculptural alphabet through March 24, 2024; AI Am I?, artificial intelligence art created by Alexander Reben, through April 28, 2024; and Drawn to Beauty, a collection of European drawings, through April 28, 2024. For tickets and more information visit crocker.org. The de Young Open returns with 887 artworks by artists from the nine Bay Area counties hung “salon style,” installed nearly edge to edge and floor to ceiling. The show is open through Jan. 7. 2024. For more information visit famsf.org. Sending It: Climbing El Dorado at the Switchboard Gallery in Placerville, on display through Jan. 28, 2024, examines the unique and world-renowned climbing features perched along Highway 50. For more information about the exhibit visit artsandcultureeldorado.org/ gallery.
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OLSOM — The Gallery at 48 Natoma has quite a gift in store for visitors during the holidays this year with a nationally touring exhibit of seasonal holiday cards from art luminaries of the 1950s and ’60s. The gallery will be filled with a fantastic collection of colorful, hand-printed cards from the private collection of Vincent Cianni, New York. The “Seasons Greetings: Holiday cards by celebrated artists from the Monroe Wheeler Archive exhibit is organized by art2art circulating exhibitions and comes to Folsom Nov. 17 through Jan. 18, 2024. As director of Exhibitions and Publications at the Museum of Modern Art, 1939-67, Monroe Wheeler heavily influenced typography, book design and the development of the museum exhibition catalog. During his tenure at MoMA, Wheeler developed close relationships with many artists whose works he exhibited and published. From the 1940s through the 1950s, Wheeler corresponded with artists whose works he selected for reproduction as original MoMA cards and prints. And as a gesture of friendship, these artists sent beautifully and intricately designed holiday greetings that he cherished and kept. In 1950 he wrote Nelson A. Rockefeller, a museum trustee since 1932, “As our Christmas card business has been so successful and remunerative, we are now entering the field of year-round greeting cards with no printed message.” Season’s Greetings features 31 framed and 12 unframed cards selected from more than 150 handmade art objects and limited printings sent to Wheeler from artists, many of which are never-before-seen works by such luminaries as Jean Cocteau, Ben Shahn, Miguel Covarrubias, Rufino Tamayo, Robert Andrew Parker, Roberto Montenegro, Herbert Bayer and Max Weber. These unique, handmade and printed limited edition Christmas and greeting cards come in dimensions that range from postcard to folio. In the adjacent Community Art Gallery, the FolPho Photography Group has on display their annual membership show through Jan. 9, 2024. An opening reception for both exhibits is planned 6-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 17. Entrance is free and open to the public with complimentary refreshments and live guitar music by Daniel Roest. Also, during the reception, the public is invited to get their gift shopping started early at the Holiday Craft Sale with art gifts all less than $50. The Gallery at 48 Natoma is located at 48 Natoma St. in Folsom. It is managed by the Folsom Parks and Recreation Department and displays art by regional and national professional artists, area museum collections and traveling exhibitions — offering high quality, original art exhibits to the community that otherwise may not be experienced in this area. More information is available at folsom. ca.us, the Gallery at 48 Natoma. The Gallery at 48 Natoma is open to the public Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. with evening hours from 6 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays; call (916) 461-6601 for current hours or to reserve a free tour appointment time. For more information contact the gallery director at cabraham@folsom.ca.us.
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OLSOM — Professional Irish singer and Broadway veteran David Shannon blends the unique sounds of his heritage with the Broadway standards of his career in a unique concert at the Harris Center for the Arts Nov. 19. Shannon grew up in Ireland and has been singing professionally for more than 25 years. He is renowned for his engaging performance style, charming personality and an ability to cross multiple musical genres. He has played the leading roles in some of Broadway’s famous musicals, including including The Phantom (“The Phantom of the Opera”), Valjean (“Les Miserables”), Miss Trunchbull (“Matilda”), the titular role in “Sweeney Todd,” Jesus and Judas (“Jesus Christ Superstar”), Chris (“Miss Saigon”) and, most recently, Kevin T in the original London Company production of “Come From Away.” Shannon was nominated for best actor at the Olivier’s for Andrew Lloyd Webber’s “The Beautiful Game.” His concert features a combination of Irish music and Broadway hits, including, but not lmited to, “Galway Girl,” “Molly Malone,” “Bring Him Home,” “Danny Boy,” “Falling Slowly” and many more. The show is presented by Folsom Concert Association and Live On Stage Inc. at 2 p.m. at the Harris Center at Folsom Lake College, 10 College Parkway in Folsom. For tickets visit folsomconcertassociation.org/irelands-greatestshowman or call (916) 608-6888.
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he Green Room Social Club in downtown Placerville hosts Faultlines, digital collage prints by Ameera Godwin. The exhibit is on display through Dec. 13. Based in Placerville, Godwin is a visual media artist who combines photography, video, drawing, words, music and performance. Her work explores the emotional power of place and connections to nature in ways that integrate science, history, culture and memory. She also uses meditative and documentary approaches to explore the intersection of art and science, gathering and combining images, maps, objects and data to inspire and guide her trajectory.
As co-founder of Myrtle Tree Arts, creator of the 2023 FIRE/LAND event and partner with the American River Conservancy, her work is an intentional collaboration with local communities to support new and inclusive artistic expression. Several of the works on display are “rock face mandalas,” collaged photographs taken at sites on the American and Cosumnes rivers of cliffs and boulders that are well-known among rock climbers. These images are being shown in parallel with the Sending It: Climbing El Dorado exhibition at the Switchboard Gallery, Arts and Culture El Dorado. Several works overlay watery or shadowy subterranean images with pencil drawings. More of Godwin’s work can be seen at the Placerville Library through Nov. 30.
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Tahoe-born dancer turned composer debuts music in ballet Katelyn Welsh Tahoe Daily Tribune hannon Rugani laid out the scene, describing a woman rushing out of her building to console a widow as they brought her husband’s body out. That’s when the she realized how awkward that was. Unbeknownst to the couple, this stranger had watched them through their apartment window. The couple had never pulled the blinds down. It allowed her to know them closely, having watched many chapters through this window into their lives. She watched from the moment they moved into the longtime vacant apartment, to being newlyweds, to the fight with cancer and now to this moment. They had never met in person — until now. “I think we all kinda felt that a little bit during the pandemic, especially in big cities,” Rugani described, noting everyone was confined to windows. “We all started building relationships with people we aren’t even connected with physically.” Previously Shannon Roberts, the Tahoe-born former professional dancer said the scene is from a podcast that inspired the “The Window,” a 25-minute ballet that premiered Nov. 3 in Seattle. But what makes it special to her is she also debuted as a classical composer, having created the music for the feature.
crayons and a blank piece of paper. “They kinda don’t know what to draw,” she said, “because it’s, like, too many options.” She fiddled on the piano for a bit after receiving the story concept from the choreographer. Then, it came like lightning. “I can’t even explain it,” she said, “It just comes to you.” The task itself is large with 57 instruments to individually compose for. Yet, once the lightning struck, she described the process as effortless, writing music to the story she visualized in her head. “It just flows through you.” She was also graced with angel winks, accidents that produced a beneficial result. She once accidentally slipped a piano track over the strings where it wasn’t supposed to be. The result was something she couldn’t make up, but matched perfectly. It took her three months to send choreographer Danielle Rowe the full 45-minute version. Together they whittled it down to 25 minutes. Rowe then had about four weeks to develop the choreography to music. Rugani was happy to finally have it on paper. The creation process for her was an obsession. “It plays on repeat in your head, so you can’t even sleep and turn it off,” she shared.
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creates more opportunities for women composers and in the ballet industry in general. Debuting as a female composer is bittersweet for her since she’s never danced for a female composer in her 20 years on the floor. She’s a part of a handful of female composers and even fewer living ones, she said. To acquire this project, she reached out to female choreographer Rowe, who took her up on her pitch. Rugani said nine out 10 men would have said no. “It just goes to show that female empowerment is an inside job. It’s not like we can go out and kind of make men give us this platform,” she said. “We can create it ourselves with just supporting each other.” She attributes the male domination to it being an archaic art form that has repeated this pattern over multiple centuries. “It’s not that we can’t do it,” she said. “It’s that we’re not doing it that often and I think that’s maybe a choice that directors can be making differently.” Only recently did a New York ballet company hire an in-house female choreographer, she said. With this environment, Rugani said, it’s important for successful women in the competitive industry to extend that success to other women because “there’s enough for us all to succeed.” She became even more grateful for the all-women team after discovering her pregnancy during the process. A severe form of morning sickness, hyperemesis gravidarum, slowed down her creative process. The all-female team, she said, provided “a different kind of understanding.” There’s something to be said about the energy women bring to music, Rugani maintained. “You can’t tell that it’s female or masculine, but you’re just touched by it,” she said, adding “(the music) hasn’t been heard enough in order for us to really even identify what that would be.” In the few words she can find, she described it as an emotionally deep component. “It’s just different.”
Full circle As far as Rugani knows, she’s the first ballerina to dip a toe into composing, male or female. It all makes sense to her since composing was her first true love. She’s been composing since the moment her parents brought a piano home. She was 4 years old. In fact, she’s using a line she composed at age 4, before any formal training, in an upcoming project. Rugani credits her natural ear and very supportive parents for that. The Mary Poppins of piano teachers, as Rugani shared, eventually did give her that formal training. Most know her as Pam Grant. She taught Rugani all the music theory she needed to compose and she made it fun. The young pianist naturally starting moving to the music and that’s when her focus evolved to dance, taking her all the way to
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Shannon Rugani composed the music to “The Window” while pregnant. She and her husband will welcome their little girl in January. Broadway. Onstage experience gave her an awareness for incorporating dance friendly characteristics in her music most composers have no idea about. This includes making sure counts are clear enough to cue the dancers. “Those are the things that sometimes waste so much time in ballet rehearsals,” she said. Her lifelong immersion in the musically driven dance environment rubbed off as well. She writes music that she would dance to. “If I can feel or envision
the movement while composing then I know I’m on the right path,” she explained. It’s a path that led her back to where she started at 4 years old. “it just feels right that I’m going back to my roots and composing.”
What’s next? “The Window” was performed at McCaw Hall in Seattle under the program called Love and Loss Nov. 3-12, but Rugani plans on giving everyone a taste with the music, which is streaming on all
platforms. Next year has many things in store for the multi-talented artist. First she’ll be applying everything she’s learned from her past careers into being a mom. Her and husband Robert Rugani Jr. are expecting a baby girl, set to debut mid-January. While being a mom, she said she plans on writing a middle-grade children’s book. The female-empowered plot is, of course, centered around music. “Music is like the through-lines of my entire life,” Rugani said.
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RASS VALLEY — Embark on a musical journey with awardwinning pianist Spencer Myer, featuring Claude Debussy’s 24 Préludes. Myer’s return to InConcert Sierra’s stage Nov. 19 promises to evoke a rich tapestry of emotions and moods that are a signature of Debussy’s compositions. A former American Pianists Association Fellowship winner, Myer has garnered acclaim for his musical talent. His decision to perform the entire set of 24 Debussy Préludes, rarely heard as an entire program in concert, is a testament to his artistry and his dedication to delivering an extraordinary musical experience. Debussy was a pioneering composer of the Impressionist style in music and his preludes are a prime example of this innovative approach. They are a remarkable collection of short piano pieces known for their beauty and exploratory nature. Each is a miniature musical masterpiece, often with evocative titles and a unique atmosphere. Similar to a book of fantastical short stories that paint pictures in our minds with words, Debussy uses
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Renowned pianist Spencer Myer weaves a musical story when performing the extraordinary compositions of Claude Debussy. See him live Nov. 19 in Grass Valley. music to paint those scenes. Debussy’s exploration of harmonies, colors and textures in these compositions opened new doors in classical music and significantly influenced the development of 20th-century music. Preludes remain popular and highly
regarded among pianists and music enthusiasts, appreciated for their sheer beauty and the innovative, groundbreaking spirit that Debussy brought to classical music. Myer is a favorite of InConcert Sierra and expressed his enthusiasm
for this upcoming performance. “Debussy’s Préludes are evocative portraits of so many imaginable sounds and smells and characters and landscapes, from dancing fairies to footprints in the snow to golden-haired maidens to fireworks,” he shared. “InConcert Sierra’s deeply colorful Grotrian piano and acoustically stunning venue of the Grass Valley Seventh-day Adventist Church provide a perfect setting for these 24 sound paintings and I can’t wait to bring them to the ICS audience.” Myer’s career was launched with three prestigious prizes: First prize in the 2004 UNISA International Piano Competition in South Africa, the 2006 Christel DeHaan Classical Fellowship from the American Pianists Association and the Gold Medal from the 2008 New Orleans International Piano Competition. Since then his solo career has soared and he is currently associate professor of piano at the Indiana University Jacobs School of Music. The concert begins at 2 p.m. with a 1:15 p.m. pre-concert forum at 12889 Osborne Hill Road in Grass Valley. For tickets visit inconcertsierra.org or call (530) 273-3990.
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holidays but soon narrows down to just Giamatti’s Paul Hunham, Da’Vine Joy Randolph as school cook Mary (who is experiencing her first holidays without her son killed in Vietnam) and Dominic Sessa as lone student Angus. This is Mr. Sessa’s on-screen debut after previously only acting on stage at his alma mater, Deerfield Academy in Massachusetts. It’s an effective debut for a young man standing up to such a powerhouse like Giamatti. While the writing and performances are great the only thing that keeps the film from getting four stars is its hesitation to sometimes really dive deep into the emotional core and connection of Giamatti’s school teacher and Sessa’s student
Angus. These are two men who have more in common than they realize and while the film puts them in situations to connect, we never quite get the bonding or emotional payoff the film works so hard to set up. In an era of cinema blockbusting we have a small holiday film that focuses on relationships and the human condition to unwrap this early in the season. My family had a tradition for years where on Thanksgiving Day, while my Mom and Dad slaved over the turkey and other trimmings, my Uncle Bill and Aunt Susan would take my cousin Cliff and I to the movies to check out the recent holiday or award season films that were garnering all the attention. Previous Turkey Day picks
Public Notices FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1011 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: RAFTER N PECAN AND FIBER ARTS RANCH, located at 3160 Omo Ranch Road, Somerset, Calif., 95684/Mailing Address: PO Box 317, Mt. Aukum, Ca. 95656 Registered owner(s): Patricia Nan Smith, 3160 Omo Ranch Road, Somerset, Calif., 95684 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11-7-13 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Patricia Nan Smith PATRICIA NAN SMITH 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 10/06/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12412 10/27, 11/3, 11/10, 11/17 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-0978 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. EVERGREEN TURF & TREE CARE INC, 2. TERRATEND PlANT CARE, located at 1484 Arrowbee Drive, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Evergreen Turf & Tree Care Inc, 1484 Arrowbee Dr, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 07/27/2004 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Gabriela Ramirez Izurieta GABRIELA RAMIREZ IZURIETA, SECRETARY 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).)
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included Steven Spielberg’s “Lincoln” and Denis Villeneuve’s “Arrival.” Susan sadly passed away in August but I can’t help feeling like “The Holdovers” would be the film she would have picked this year. This is a smart, wry film about the potential for holiday misery and human connection (the poster’s slogan “Discomfort and Joy” nails it). She would have liked it. Time will tell if “The Holdovers” becomes a holiday staple but at the very least we have a wellwritten and extremely well-crafted film to begin the holidays. Happy Thanksgiving! Joshua B. Porter is a writer/director/producer. He can be reached at @joshuabporter or joshuabporter@mtdemocrat.net.
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STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 12441 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1069 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. El DORADO HIllS MOTORS, 2. EDH MOTORS, located at 2010 Sweet Valley Rd, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): The ABBA Company, LLC, 2010 Sweet Valley Rd, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: Not Applicable Signature of Registrant: /s/ David Del Dotto DAVID DEL DOTTO, CEO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/27/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 12442 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1073 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TRI VAllEY DRIVING SCHOOl, located at 3460 Robin Lane, Suite 1 Room F, Cameron
Park, CA 95682/Mailing Address: 4489 Fowler Lane, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 Registered owner(s): Paul Thomas Higgins, 4489 Fowler Ln, Diamond Springs, CA 95619 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/21/2022 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Paul Thomas Higgins PAUL THOMAS HIGGINS 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 10/31/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 12444 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1058 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: DBK CARPENTRY, located at 1634 Lomita Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Dallas S Xiong, 1634 Lomita Way, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 09/01/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Dallas Sengswm Xiong DALLAS SENGSWM XIONG 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 10/25/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS
AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12445 11/3, 11/10, 11/17, 11/24 lIEN SAlE AUCTION ADVERTISEMENT Notice is hereby given that Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700 et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction; personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, tools, and/or other misc. items Auction to be held at 11:00am On November 24, 2023, at www.selfstorageauction.com. The property is stored at: South lake Tahoe Mini Storage, 1071 Shakori Drive, S. lake Tahoe, CA 96150. Or 2336 Kaska Drive, S. lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Steven David Lovingier 11/10, 11/17/23 CNS-3755352# THE MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT 12464 11/10, 11/17 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1080 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: TIPTOP WEB MARKETING, located at 1840 Henrys Place, Camino, CA 95709 Registered owner(s): Sheri L Gobec, 1840 Henrys Place, Camino, CA 95709 This business is conducted by an Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/02/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Sheri Lynn Gobec SHERI LYNN GOBEC, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/02/2023. 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 legal notice continued on the next page
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Public Notices THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12465 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1072 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: GAllOWAY APPlIANCE REPAIR, located at 3998 Sunset Lane, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 Registered owner(s): United Appliance LLC, 3998 Sunset Lane, Shingle Springs, CA 95682 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 05/30/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Chad Galloway CHAD GALLOWAY, OFFICER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/31/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12467 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1066 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: ORCHIDS AUTHENTIC THAI, located at 2180 Lake Tahoe Blvd Suite 1, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 Registered owner(s): Orchids SLT Inc, 2180 Lake Tahoe Blvd Suite 1, South Lake Tahoe, CA 96150 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 10/22/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ James Primo JAMES PRIMO, PRESIDENT I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 10/27/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 12468 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1087 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: THE BRICKKICKER, located at 2116 American River Trl, Cool, CA 95614 Registered owner(s): Curtis Inspections LLC, 2116 American River Trl, Cool, CA 95614 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company, State of LLC: CA The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/30/2013 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Francis Curtis FRANCIS CURTIS, MANAGER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/07/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW
FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 12469 SUMMONS CASE NO. BCV-23-101576 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: Robert Robinson; Melvin Robert Curtacao, Blue Streak Towing; Bonanza Auto Dismantlers and Does 1 to 50, inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PlANTIFF: Steven Pacheco NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below. You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court. There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. The name and address of the court is: Kern County Superior Court 1215 Truxtun Ave Bakersfield, CA 93301 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Navraj Rai 333001 1309 L St Bakersfield, CA 93301 (661) 633-4994 DATE: May 24, 2023 Tamarah Harber-Pickens Clerk, by /s/ Marina Mercado, Deputy 11/10, 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 12471 COUNTY OF AMADOR INVITATION TO BID 23-26 TREE MORTAlITY MITIGATION PROJECT #21 PROJECT DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The County of Amador is seeking sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor, tax, bonds, insurance, permits, premiums, shipping, transportation, services, disposal, equipment, materials, and appurtenant facilities for qualified contractors to provide Tree Mitigation services in the project area delineated in ITB 23-26. The services requested will include all operations related to the safe, legal, efficient cutting of dead and/or dying trees and treatment of associated slash and debris that pose a hazard to County roads. Please note that this project is entirely on land managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Oversight and contractual responsibilities on the project will be shared between the County and the U.S. Forest Service. This project is subject to prevailing wage requirements. Consequently, potential contractors must possess a contractor’s license in the C-61/D-49 classification and be duly registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. In addition, because of the technical expertise in logging required to efficiently and safely conduct the project, potential contractors must also be Licensed Timber Operators (LTOA) in California. No exceptions to these licensing requirements can be permitted. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be conducted on site at 9:00 a.m. on December 5, 2023 at quarry site adjacent to the Bear River dam on Bear River Road, WEATHER PERMITTING. (Participation at this meeting is required). Qualified bidders may acquire a bid package at the office of General Services Administration located at 12200 B Airport Road, Martell, CA, 95654 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday; or downloaded from Public Purchase website at www. publicpurchase.com. Sealed bids will be received by the County of Amador Purchasing Office; by U.S. Mail at 12200 B Airport Road, Jackson, CA 956429527; by U.P.S., Federal Express, or by another courier to 12200 B Airport Road, Martell, CA; 95654, until 1:30 PM, Thursday, January 11. 2024, at which time sealed bids will be opened and read in the office of the Director of General Services Administration, located at the above Martell address. Bids received late, will be rejected and returned unopened. Telephone, Facsimile (FAX) and E-Mail bids will not be considered. 11/17, 11/24 12481 COUNTY OF AMADOR INVITATION TO BID 23-27 TREE MORTAlITY MITIGATION PROJECT #22 PROJECT DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The County of Amador is seeking sealed bids for the furnishing of all labor, tax, bonds, insurance, permits, premiums, shipping, transportation, services, disposal, equipment, materials, and appurtenant facilities for qualified contractors to provide Tree Mitigation services in the project area delineated in ITB 23-27. The services requested will include all operations related to the safe, legal, efficient cutting of dead and/or dying trees and treatment of associated
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slash and debris that pose a hazard to County roads. Please note that this project is entirely on land managed by the U.S. Forest Service. Oversight and contractual responsibilities on the project will be shared between the County and the U.S. Forest Service. This project is subject to prevailing wage requirements. Consequently, potential contractors must possess a contractor’s license in the C-61/D-49 classification and be duly registered with the Department of Industrial Relations. In addition, because of the technical expertise in logging required to efficiently and safely conduct the project, potential contractors must also be Licensed Timber Operators (LTOA) in California. No exceptions to these licensing requirements can be permitted. A mandatory pre-bid meeting will be conducted on site at 12:00 p.m. on December 5, 2023 at Plasse’s Resort parking area, WEATHER PERMITTING. (Participation at this meeting is required). Qualified bidders may acquire a bid package at the office of General Services Administration located at 12200 B Airport Road, Martell, CA, 95654 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. 4:45 p.m. Monday through Friday; or downloaded from Public Purchase website at www. publicpurchase.com. Sealed bids will be received by the County of Amador Purchasing Office; by U.S. Mail at 12200 B Airport Road, Jackson, CA 956429527; by U.P.S., Federal Express, or by another courier to 12200 B Airport Road, Martell, CA; 95654, until 1:30 PM, Thursday, January 11. 2024, at which time sealed bids will be opened and read in the office of the Director of General Services Administration, located at the above Martell address. Bids received late, will be rejected and returned unopened. Telephone, Facsimile (FAX) and E-Mail bids will not be considered. 11/17, 11/24 12482 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1094 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: BlAIN STUMPF CONSTRUCTION FENCE RENTAlS, located at 3005 Venture Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 Registered owner(s): Wilkinson Portables Inc, 3005 Venture Rd, Placerville, CA 95667 This business is conducted by a Corporation, State of Incorporation: California The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 11/09/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Chad Wilkinson CHAD WILKINSON, CEO I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/09/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8 12484 APN: 077-662-012-000 TS NO.: 23-06059CA TSG ORDER NO.: 230248195 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SAlE UNDER DEED OF TRUST YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED OCTOBER 5, 2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. Affinia Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust Recorded October 15, 2021 as Document No.: 20210065227 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of El Dorado County, California, executed by: *Donald Cameron Spainhower*, an unmarried man, 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: December 21, 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.:23-06059CA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 5801 Lupin Ln, Pollock Pines, CA 95726-9491. 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
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: $458,192.24 (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. 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.# 23-06059CA. 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 23-06059CA 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.:23-06059CA If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the 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: November 1, 2023 By: Omar Solorzano Foreclosure Associate Affinia Default Services, LLC 301 E. Ocean Blvd., Suite 1720 Long Beach, CA 90802 (833) 2907452 NPP0442784 To: MOUNTAIN DEMOCRAT & PLACERVILLE TIMES 11/17/2023, 11/24/2023, 12/01/2023 11/17, 11/24, 12/1 12485 PUBlIC NOTICE Gold Trail Union School District Provisional Trustee Appointment Pursuant to Government Code 6061, GTUSD is announcing the following trustee provisional appointment. Pursuant to Education Code 5092, this notice contains: resignation filing date: October 13, 2023; date of the occurrence of the vacancy: December 14, 2023; full name of the appointee: Jason Hanks; the date of appointment: December 14, 2023. Notification to the voters: Unless a petition calling for a special election pursuant to Education Code 5091 is filed in the office of the County Superintendent within 30 days of the provisional appointment, it shall become an effective appointment. 11/17 12486 PUBlIC NOTICE – ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 13 El DORADO COUNTY WATER AGENCY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on November 8, 2023, at 10 a.m., The El Dorado County Water Agency (Agency) at its Board meeting located at 1107 Investment Blvd, Suite 240, El Dorado Hills, CA adopted Ordinance No. 13. AN ORDINANCE OF THE EL DORADO COUNTY WATER AGENCY REPEALING ORDINANCE NUMBER 11 AND NUMBER 12, REGARDING MAILED AGENDA SERVICES, COPY FEES AND TAPE RECORDING FEES Summary of Ordinance No. 13 The adopted Ordinance No. 13 repealed Ordinance No. 11 and Ordinance No. 12 relating to mailed agenda services, copy fees, and tape recording fees. *************** I, TAMI SCOWCROFT, Deputy Clerk of the Agency, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing Ordinance No. 13 was introduced for first reading at a regular meeting of the Agency on October 11, 2023. Thereafter, said Ordinance was duly adopted at a regular meeting of the Agency held on November 8, 2023, by the following roll call votes to wit; ORDINANCE NO. 13: AYES: Director Parlin, Director Peterson, Director Thomas, Director Thornbrough, Director Turnboo; NOES: None; ABSENT: None. Ordinance No. 13 will become effective on December
8, 2023. For further information, or to obtain a copy of the complete text of this ordinance, please contact the Agency Deputy Clerk at (530) 6216678 or visit the Agency’s website at https://www.edwateragency.org/ Pages/Water-Agency-Meetingsand- Minutes.aspx . I hereby certify that the summary of the adopted ordinance was published in the Mountain Democrat on October 18, 2023. /s/ Tami Scowcroft, Agency Deputy Clerk Dated: November 8, 2023. 11/17 12487 PUBlIC NOTICE, CITY OF PlACERVIllE PlANNING COMMISSION PUBlIC HEARING The Placerville Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing on December 5, 2023 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall (549 Main Street) on the following agenda items: Site Plan Review (SPR) 23-16: Consideration of a Site Plan Review application within the Highway Commercial Zone to modify the existing exterior lighting for an existing retail business (Smoke Shop), including: (1) Approval of existing unpermitted string lights along front façade of building; and (2) Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301; Location: 1245 Broadway, Placerville, CA. / APN: 002-244-016; Property Owner/ Applicant: Arshdeep and Jagdeep Khinda; Agent: George Kamilos, George’s Construction. Site Plan Review (SPR) 78-11-R2: Consideration of a Site Plan Review application within the Highway Commercial Zone to modify the existing exterior lighting for an existing shopping center (Hangtown Village Square), including: (1) Approval of existing unpermitted string lights along front façade of building; and (2) Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301; Location: 12161252 Broadway, Placerville, CA. / APN: 004-261-016 & 004-261-023; Property Owner/Applicant: PUBA Properties; Agent: Fred Walker. Temporary Mobile Home (TMH) 23-01: Consideration of a Temporary Mobile Home (TMH) application within the Single-Family Acre Residential Zone to (1) Placement of a manufactured home to be used as temporary living quarters during construction of the primary residence; and (2) Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15303; Location: 3168 Airport Road, Placerville, CA. / APN: 049-250-022; Property Owner/Applicant: Arne and Lynda Jorgensen. For further information regarding these applications, project files are available for review at the Development Services Department during regular business hours, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. prior to the public hearing; alternatively, the public may view filed documents via the Planning Division’s, Current Development Projects webpage: https://www.cityofplacerville.org/ current-development-projects. The Planning Commission may propose modifications or other conditions deemed to be appropriate. Any persons interested in these matters are invited to attend and present testimony on the proposed applications. If you challenge the action taken on these matters in court, the challenge may be limited to those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence to the Development Services Department at, or prior to, the public hearing. Written comments on these projects may be submitted at the hearing or prior to the hearing, by mailing, delivering them to the Development Services Department, Planning Division, 3101 Center Street, 2nd Floor, Placerville, CA 95667, or by email to pv.planning@gmail.com. For inclusion in the agenda packet, written comments of interested parties should be submitted to the Development Services Department prior to Monday, November 27, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in a meeting should direct such request to the City Clerk (530) 642-5531 at least 72 hours prior to the meeting, if possible. 11/17 12488 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT FIlE NO. FB2023-1101 The following person(s) is/are doing business as: 1. El DORADO HIllS SOAP, 2. EDH SOAP, located at 305 Ridgeview Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 Registered owner(s): Danielle C Marquis, 305 Ridgeview Court, El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on: 08/30/2023 Signature of Registrant: /s/ Danielle Marquis DANIELLE MARQUIS, OWNER I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000.00).) This statement filed with the county clerk of El Dorado County on 11/14/2023. NOTICE-IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (see section 14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code) 11/17, 11/24, 12/1, 12/8 12490
PUBlIC NOTICE The Grizzly Flats Community Services District (“District”) is accepting proposals for professional services (“Work”) from qualified consultants to provide engineering and technical assistance associated with drinking water system improvements using American Rescue Act Plan (ARPA) grant funding. Interested parties should submit proposals no later than 4:00 p.m. Monday, December 11th, 2023. To receive a copy of the Request for Proposals, see our website at www.grizzlyflatscsd. com or contact Kim Gustafson at (530) 622-9626. 11/17, 11/20, 11/22, 12492 11/24, 11/27 PUBlIC NOTICE The Grizzly Flats Community Services District (District) is soliciting qualifications for a project manager position to assist with implementation of American Rescue Project Act (ARPA) grant funding work associated with District water system improvements. The work (Project) includes design and construction of a water storage tank and water treatment facility improvements. Project manager responsibilities will include general oversight of Project progress and assisting District staff with managing consultants and schedules. District staff will provide technical support for the work and review engineering designs. Thus, technical background and experience are not required. Interested persons must submit qualifications to District no later than 1:00 p.m., December 6, 2023. For additional information, see our website at www.grizzlyflatscsd. com or contact Kim Gustafson at (530) 622-9626. 11/17, 11/20, 11/22, 12493 11/24, 11/27 NOTICE OF DECISION The County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department is considering taking action on the following project request: Request for approval of a staff level review and recommendation for Planning Director approval of a minor revision to Special Use Permit S940008-R-3 filed under Conditional Use Permit CUP-R23-0010 to install additional buildings at the El Dorado materials Recovery Facility (MRF) site to improve on-site circulation and better serve the community, submitted by Waste Connections of California, Inc. In accordance with the County of El Dorado Zoning Ordinance Title 130, Article 5, Section 130.54.070 (Revision to an Approved Permit or Authorization), the applicant is seeking approval by the Planning and Building Department Director for a minor revision to Special Use Permit S94-0008-R-3 filed under Conditional Use Permit CUP-R230010 to install additional buildings at the El Dorado materials Recovery Facility (MRF) site to improve on-site circulation and better serve the community. The 10.31-acre property is located on the south side of Throwita Way, 800 feet south of the intersection with Bradley Drive in the Diamond Springs area, Supervisorial District 3, and is identified by Assessor’s Parcel Number (APN) 051-250-092, has a Zoning Designation of Light Industrial (IL), and a General Plan Land Use Designation of Industrial (I). The previous minor revision, CUP-R22-0017, was approved by the Planning Commission on February 22, 2023, allowing the reconfiguration of buildings at the El Dorado Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) to improve on-site circulation. On May 11, 2023 the applicant, Waste Connections of California, Inc., submitted an application for a minor revision filed under CUP-R230010, to install additional buildings at the El Dorado Materials Recovery Facility to improve on-site circulation and better serve the community. The proposed revision has been reviewed and determined to be in substantial conformance with the previous approval. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Determination: An initial study and Mitigated Negative Declaration were prepared for the previous approval of Special Use Permit S94-0008-R-3 and adopted by the Planning Commission on November 8, 2018. Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15162(a), no subsequent Negative Declaration shall be prepared for this project as there has been no substantial change in the project based on the whole record that would cause a significant effect on the environment. This revision would reconfigure the location of buildings to improve on-site circulation and will not have a substantial impact on the environment that was not already substantially analyzed in the previous approval and therefore, no additional environmental analysis is necessary. The staff report, project materials, and proposed Director Determination for a minor revision to Special Use Permit S94-0008-R-3 filed under Conditional Use Permit CUP-R230010 may be viewed at the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department, 2850 Fairlane Court, Placerville, CA 95667 during normal business hour, or online: https://edcgov.trakit.net/eTRAKiT/ Search/project.aspx The project request is being processed in accordance with the authorizations of the El Dorado County Zoning Code Section 130.54.070 (Revisions to an Approved Permit or Authorization), and review of the above referenced project has been completed and tentatively approved by Planning Services, subject to the standards found in Title 130, Article 5, Section 130.50.040 B. (General Review Procedure), as a Staff Level Review with Public Notice. The decision to approve this project may be appealed to the Planning Commission by filing an appeal application and applicable fees to the County of El Dorado Planning and Building Department within the 10-working-day appeal period; starting on date of approval November 27, 2023 ending at 5pm on December 8, 2023. Any questions regarding the project may be directed to County Planner, Benjamin Koff, at (530) 621-5697/ Benjamin.koff@ edcgov.us COUNTY OF EL DORADO KAREN L. GARNER, Director Planning and Building Department November 17, 2023 11/17 12494
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The Wormwoods, Harry (Paul Bott) and Zinnia (Alison Loeprich) can’t believe their rotten luck on the day of Matilda’s birth.
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practices dealt out by Trunchbull. She even diverts the FBI hoping her father will turn over a new leaf. Will her efforts pay off? Head to Imagination Theater to find out. Miller’s Hill student and aspiring thespian Bella Milton, 13, takes on the role of Matilda in her second role on the Imagination Theater stage. After playing Young Anna in “Frozen,” Milton said she enjoys the community brought together by theater. “My favorite part is probably all the people [in the cast],” admitted Milton. “They’re all nice and they’re all fun.” The almost 11-year-old Eloise Pond, who also brings Matilda to the stage, has been in several shows in her short but illustrious career counting Lucy in “The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe” among them, and said she’ll continue to act when she can. “It’s all very fun,” she said. “I just really love acting.” Miss Honey is embodied by Lorin Torbitt, who recently directed “Clue: Onstage” at Imagination Theater said she wanted the role because she liked her story arc. “She starts the show as this very meek and mild and kind of withered version of herself because of the
bullying she’s experienced,” she said. “And through meeting Matilda, she gets inspired to sort of own her own strength.” Zoie LaFromboise, 12, from Charter Homeschool Academy shared her character, Matilda’s new best friend Lavender, is drawn to Matilda right away. “(She) is just like super interested in Matilda’s mind and how she can think of all the things that she does,” she said. “She wants to be her friend.” Erin Butler who breathes life into the indomitable Agatha Trunchbull said she likes playing the villain but admitted that she, being an educator herself, is more like Miss Honey than Trunchbull. However, she claimed, her character is not black-and-white evil. “She’s actually quite vulnerable,” Butler said. “She’s has this tough exterior and she’s bullying and scaring people but you start to see that crack and even go mad a little. “She’s a bad person, but there’s a reason for it.” “Matilda the Musical” plays Fridays Saturdays and Sundays at Imagination Theater inside the Fairgrounds through Dec. 23. For tickets or more information visit itplacerville.org.
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Johnny Cash Experience
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With video of the “Man in Black” from TV episodes of The Johnny Cash Show projected on a screen above the stage, a live band and singers will accompany him in perfect sync as he performs some of his biggest hits, including “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Ring of Fire,” and “I Walk the Line.”
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Known for her confessional lyrics and raspy, smoky vocals, multi-Grammy Award winner Melissa Etheridge has remained one of America’s favorite female singers for more than two decades. Her popularity grew around such memorable originals as “Bring Me Some Water,” “No Souvenirs,” “Ain’t It Heavy,” “I’m the Only One,” and “Come to My Window.”
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Send Us Your Special Holiday Recipes The Mountain Democrat will be publishing our Thanksgiving Holiday Edition Wednesday, Nov. 22 and we want your holiday recipes! We are now accepting submissions for unique, local holiday recipes that will be considered for inclusion in this special publication. If you would like to participate, please send all submissions to: Krysten Kellum at kkellum@mtdemocrat.net or mail to: Krysten Kellum c/o “Holiday Recipes” P. O. Box 1088 Placerville, CA 95667