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Winters, Yolo County, California, Thursday, October 23, 2014

The hometown paper of Lorie Alexander

County office Who will wear the crowns? doors open on Grant Avenue

N Yolo County Department of Health and Human Services opens Winters branch

By DEBRA DeANGELO Express editor

Winters residents who struggle to get to their appointments with county caseworkers in Woodland or West Sacramento will no longer need to travel out of town to get services — they’ll need only travel as far as 111 East Grant Avenue, the location of the new Winters office of the Yolo County Department of Health and Human Services which (YCDHHS), opened on Monday, Oct. 20.

All under one roof, programs available and services include MediCal, CalFresh (food stamps), Public Health, Mental Health, CalWorks (fi-

nancial aid to families), employment services and General Assistance (financial aid to single adults). More services are on the way in the near future, such as WIC — the federally funded Women Infant and Children nutrition program.

On Friday of last week, Yolo County workers were already starting to work from their computer stations, which link to all the services in their county. Nolan Sullivan, the division manager for Medical and CalFresh, was on hand to give a tour of the facility, which has been given a complete overhaul on the inside, complete with a water fountain for ambiance in the lobby.

Sullivan says most every service offered in the Woodland and West Sacramento offices are available in Winters, including

See OFFICE on page A-7

Photo by Debra DeAngelo This yearʼs Homecoming King and Queen candidates are, from left, (back) Luis Mora, Chris Kays, Junior Cortés and Hunter Miller; (front) Naomi Mora, Alexis Gallardo and Bertha Reyes (not pictured, Vanessa Arellano). The King and Queen will be crowned during Homecoming festivities on Friday, Oct. 24, following the JV game, which begins at Dr. Sellers Field at 5:30 p.m. The varsity game begins at 7 p.m. The downtown spirit rally takes place at the intersection of First and Main Streets, and begins at 12:10 p.m. All other homecoming festivities will take place in between the football games.

Homicide case enters jury-selection phase

By LAUREN KEENE McNaughton Newspapers

WOODLAND — Jury selection began Monday in the trial of William Carl Gardner III, the Sacramento man accused of guncluded just in time for ning down his former attendees to tune in to girlfriend in downthe pivotal bottom of town Winters just the ninth inning. weeks before she was There were three ac- scheduled to testify tion items that re- against him in a doceived unanimous ap- mestic violence case. proval from the members in attendance during the 90-minute session. Trustee Ralph Anderson was not at the meeting.

The board approved a resolution that appointed three trustees in lieu of having their names on the ballot for the Nov. 4 general election.

The three, Carrie Green in Trustee Area 2, Mike Olivas in Area

Three appointed to Winters School Board

By DEBBIE HEMENWAY Staff writer

When the Winters School Board met last Thursday, there was one question which kept arising throughout the short meeting: “What’s the score?”

The trustees met at the same time that the San Francisco Giants were playing the fifth, and ultimately deciding, game of the National League Championship Series and the attention of many in the room, the board included, was divided.

Fortuitously, the agenda was simple and almost entirely informational and con-

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Gardner, 31, was indicted earlier this year on a count of murder with the special circumstances of lying in wait and murder of a witness in connection with the Nov. 18, 2013, death of Leslie Pinkston, who was fatally shot in the head as she sat in her vehicle outside her Railroad Avenue workplace.

If convicted, Gardner faces a maximum

sentence of life in prison without the possibility of parole.

He has pleaded not guilty to the charges, which also include felony counts of stalking and possession of a firearm by an ex-felon.

Although the special-circumstance allegations qualify Gardner for capital punishment, the Yolo County District Attorney’s Office opted not to seek the death

Harvest Festival Friday

See TRUSTEES on page A-8

W E AT H E R Weather readings are taken at 9 a.m. daily, covering the previous 24 hour period.

Date Rain Hi Lo Oct. 15 .05 76 58 Oct. 16 .01 74 60 Oct. 17 76 53 Oct. 18 79 53 Oct. 19 83 53 Oct. 20 84 56 Oct. 21 75 46 Rain for week: .06 Season’s total: .54 Last year to date: .59

Average to Oct. 25: 1.02

Photo by Debra DeAngelo Helping to get the word out about the Winters Harvest Festival are, from left, Winters Chamber of Commerce board member Nicole Needham, Ana Kormos of Winters Healthcare, and Chamber board member Lynda Hinds and Nicole Needham. The festival takes place on the first block of Main Street on Friday, Oct. 24, 5-8 p.m., and will offer fresh produce, eggs, preserves, nuts, olive oil and honey. Vendor booths will offer arts and crafts, and there will be food and wine for sale, as well as FFA pumpkins. Registration for the Winters PTA Kiddie Costume Contest takes place at 6:15 p.m. at the PTA table, and the contest is at 6:30 p.m. Live music will be performed by the West Nile Ramblers. For more information about the festival, contact Kormos, akormos@wintershealth.org or 212-1040. The event is sponsored by the Winters Chamber of Commerce.

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penalty in the case.

Dressed in a red button-down shirt, Gardner wrote on a notepad as the first of several panels of prospective jurors assigned to the high-profile case filed into Yolo Superior Court Judge Stephen Mock’s Monday courtroom morning.

Those not excused for hardships were in-

See CASE on page A-5

Presentations planned for joint meeting

Several upcoming projects will be on the agenda for a joint meeting of the Winters City Council and Winters Planning Commission on Monday, Oct. 27, at 6 p.m. The meeting will be held at the Public Safety Facility, 702 Main Street. Anyone may attend.

The agenda includes: ~ Annexation; Christine Crawford executive director of the Yolo County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) ~ Ag preservation; Ed Thompson of American Farmland Trust ~ Berryessa Snow Mountain National Conservation Area; Bob Schneider of Tuleyome ~ “Saving our Suburbs”; David Sander, Sacramento Area Council of Governments board member and Rancho Cordova City Council member

A-2 — Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014

OBITUARIES

Berryessa down .18 of a foot

YESTERYEAR

John Streif John Stephen Streif II, 68, died peacefully at home on Oct. 13, 2014. He was born May 12, 1946, in Palo Alto to John and Eleanor Streif. He lived in Capell Valley while attending Winters High School. Life circumstances caused him to drop out of high school and join the U.S. Navy, where he served three years active duty and then retired from the Naval Reserve after 30 years of service. He worked as a pipefitter at Mare Island until 1995. He enjoyed his retirement years by driving a school bus for Napa Valley Unified School District and supervising the shuttle service at Sonoma Raceway for 17 years.

Steve and Mary were married Dec. 20, 1974, and raised two daughters and one son.

Steve loved his family and took great pride in being a grandpa to his three grandchildren.

Steve had a devout faith that served as his moral compass in life and gave him comfort and hope as he battled cancer. He was always willing to share his faith and the hope that he had. He will be remembered as a godly man and will be missed greatly by his family and many friends.

Steve is survived by his wife of 40 years, Mary Streif; daughter Jennifer (Steve) Rosburg; son Stephen (Angela) Streif; and grandchildren Joey and Katie Rosburg, and Ryan Streif.

A service to honor his life was held on Saturday, Oct. 18, at Creekside Community Church in Napa. Interment will be private at Sacramento Valley National Cemetery in Dixon. Memorial contributions may be made to Napa Valley Hospice and Raceway Ministries.

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YEARS AGO

November 4, 1949 November 5, 1964 Voters in the WinWinters will reach a ters area joined the milepost in its history rest of the nation in Monday evening when giving President Lyn- natural gas will begin don Johnson a land- to flow through the gas slide victory over Sen- mains, and will be imator Barry Goldwater. mediately available to The local vote was 743 some of the residents votes for Johnson and and business firms.

Betty Storz of Portland, Oregon passed 415 for Goldwater.

With 470 children away peacefully on Oct. 18,2014. She was Mrs. Jean Chapman registered and 300 born to the late Leona Beecher and Joe Pleasants, 47-year-old adults present, the Grigsby in Woodland on March 13, 1926, and wife and Winters Winters District was married to Alfred “Moxie” Storz on mother of four chilRecreation Park March 8, 1947. dren, was killed last Council sponsored a They lived and raised their family in Winafternoon community Halloween Sunday ters, before moving to Mad River in 1989, when the car which carnival Monday and then to Fortuna in 1996. Betty moved to she was driving collidevening, Rev. Stewart Portland to be closer to family in 2009. ed with another vehi- Potter acting as generShe was preceded in death by her huscle on County Roads 31 al chairman. band in 1996 and her son David in 2005. and 90-A. The Winters Joint Two children survive her: Diana Storz of Tickets for the annu- Union High School Portland and Dennis Storz of San Francisal Winters District Board of Trustees co. She is also survived by three grandchilChamber of ComWednesday night notdren, Daniel Storz, Colin Storz and Lisa merce Ladies Night ed to reject all bids for Miller. and Christmas Party At Betty’s request no service will be held. construction of a new are now on sale, high school plant. The according to William lowest bid was for E. Duncan, chairman $362,826, or $130,000 of the committee. more than the amount Mr. and Mrs. William available.

J. Maywood have sold Among those in atShortly after 10 p.m. the Maywood Building on Oct. 16, the Rio at the northwest cor- tendance this week at Vista Police Departner of Railroad Av- the Grand Internationment took a report of a enue and Main Street al Livestock Show in missing 85-year-old to Robert W. and Anne San Francisco at the male with dementia by S. Lewis and John W. Cow Palace are Mr. the name of Miguel and Joyce M. Lewis, of and Mrs. Chester SackConstancio Sr. Sacramento. Transac- ett, Mr. and Mrs. A.T. Miguel Constancio tion taxes indicated Spencer, Mr. and Mrs. Walter Young and Mr. Sr. was last seen by his the sale of $30,000. son at 6:30 p.m. at their Mr. and Mrs. R.A. and Mrs. F.A. Coble.

Mrs. A.R. Gale, disresidence in the 100 Frisbee left on Tuesblock of North Third day for Palm Springs, trict chairman of comthere to attend a Ply- munity service for the Street in Rio Vista. He mouth dealers conven- American Legion Auxis described as a Hisiliary attended a distion. panic male, 5’5” and Mrs. Reva Stafford, trict meeting of offiapproximately 170 pounds with gray hair, brown eyes and a thick mustache. He was wearing a who recently sold her cers and chairmen on Mermod held in North Sacragreen hat, black vest with red lettering, blue home jeans and black shoes. Constancio has dementia Place, plans to move to mento last Thursday evening. and might be trying to get to the Sacramento Sacramento soon. area.

To assist in the search for Constancio, the Rio Vista Police Department requested the assistance of the Solano County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services. Search and rescue teams from Solano County, Napa County and Contra Costa County responded to the area in order to conduct a detailed search for Constancio. ReMortuary • Cremation • Monuments verse 911 calls were made to local residents Pre-Arrangement Planning alerting the public to be on the lookout.

FD-0386 If anyone with information on Constancio’s whereabouts they are asked to call the Rio Vista Independently Owned and Operated Since 1859 Police Department, (707) 374-2300.

Betty Storz

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Richard Chiles, left, Winters athlete, is shown here in April, 1977, with Manager Gene Mauch of the Minnesota Twins. This photo was taken in the Oakland Coliseum when the Twins were playing the Aʼs.

Chiles was an outfielder for the Twins.

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The level of Lake Berryessa fell by .18 of a foot during the past week, with a reduction in storage of 2,689 acre feet of water, according to Ken Emigh of the Solano Irrigation District.

Tuesday morning, the lake was 401.34 feet above sea level, with storage computed at 896,206 acre feet of water.

The SID is diverting 60 second feet of water into the Putah South Canal, with 39 second feet flowing in Putah Creek at the Diversion Dam. Evaporation on the lake averaged 117 acre feet of water per day during the week.

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November 4, 1914 The Winters Canning Company is busy canning olives from the A.B. Ish and Wilson ranches.

M.O. Wyatt was reelected president of the Yolo County Farm Bureau.

The engagement of Miss Josie Brown to Mr. Ed Eggert of Davis was announced on Wednesday afternoon.

Governor Hiram has been Johnson re-elected governor of California by 130,000 plurality.

Mrs. T.A. Sparks gave her annual ball on Halloween night, benefiting charity.

The prohibition and 8-hour amendments both failed to carry in the statewide election.

A merry assemblage of young people enjoyed a Halloween party Friday evening at the home of Mr. and Mrs. J. R. Johnston.

November 3, 1899 The Winters High School baseball club was in fine fettle Saturday last and defeated Woodland by a score of 9 to 1.

Saturday evening, November 1, B.C. Allen will entertain the people of Winters with an Edison’s kinetoscope. There will be an illustrated description of our new possessions, with 100 views of Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hawaii and the Philippines.

The initial rhetorical of the present term of the Winters Union High School was held last Friday, and was a very interesting event.

D.L. Tucker has finished hauling 30 tons of prunes from the Smittle Ranch in the Berryessa Valley, and has stored them in Porter Brothers’ warehouse.

On the change of ownership of the Brick saloon Polly Richards took a holiday. He returned today.

The work of dismantling the old bridge is slowly progressing and will require some time yet. Lack of cars on which to load it is causing some delay as well as interfering with planking on the new bridge.

The sons of Napoleon Vieu caught a silver fox not long since, and are keeping it as a curious pet.

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Weekly police report

Oct. 3-8 ~ 9-10 p.m., parking lot at East Main Street and Railroad Avenue, a vehicle was scratched.

Damage: $500.

Oct. 10 ~ 4:10 p.m., alley between East and Elliot Streets, during a traffic enforcement stop, officers had contact with a subject determined to be on active parole. A search of the subject revealed nothing of evidentiary value.

Oct. 14 ~ 2 a.m., two found, blue bicycles were turned over to the police department. ~ 5:48 a.m., first block of Main Street, an officer responded to an audible alarm.

The business was found secure. ~ 3:39 p.m., 200 block of Baker Street, during a traffic enforcement stop, an officer had contact with a subject determined to be on active, searchable probation. A search of the subject and vehicle revealed nothing of evidentiary value.

Oct. 15 ~ 11:27 a.m., Dennis James Hively, 58, of Marysville was issued a notice to appear for being an unlicensed driver and failing to stop at a stop sign. ~ 2:11 p.m., Russell Boulevard and I-505, an officer assisted Woodland California Highway Patrol with traffic control resulting from a solo vehicle roll over collision.

Oct. 16 ~ 8-11:14 a.m., 700 block of Lupine Way, forcible entry was gained to a residence and electronics and jewelry were stolen.

Loss: $11,000. ~ 11:14 a.m., 300 block of Creekside Way, an Officer responded to an audible residential alarm. It was determined the alarm was activated accidentally. ~ 11:27 p.m., East Grant Avenue and East Main Street, during a traffic enforcement stop, an officer had contact with a subject determined to be on active, searchable probation. A search of the subject revealed nothing of evidentiary value. ~ 11:30 p.m., Jovuan Harrison Bragg, 18, of Winters was issued a notice to appear for being an unlicensed driver.

Oct. 16-17 ~ 11 p.m. to 6:35 a.m., 100 block of Grant Avenue, several windows were broken at the high school. Damage: $2,720.

Oct. 17 ~ 9:34 a.m., County Roads 31 and 96, an officer assisted Woodland California Highway Patrol with traffic control due to a traffic collision. ~ 11:06 a.m., Yvette Adame, 39, of Woodland was issued a notice to appear for being an unlicensed driver and driving a vehicle with expired registration.

Oct. 18 ~ 10:55 a.m., Daniel Lopez Ruiz, 20, of Winters was traveling westbound on East Grant Avenue just past Matsumoto Lane. Ruiz was traveling in the number one lane and stopped due to a semitruck in front of him.

Ruiz decided to make a right hand turn into

the parking lot of Winters Chevron and struck a vehicle driven

by David Hoang, 28, of Sacramento who was lawfully approaching westbound on East Grant Avenue in the number two lane. ~ 6:24 p.m., Grant and Railroad Avenues, during a traffic enforcement stop, an officer had contact with a known active, searchable probationer. A search of the subject revealed nothing of evidentiary value.

7 p.m., Ruben ~ Salas, 39, of Knights Landing, was issued a notice to appear for being an unlicensed driver. ~ 10 p.m., Myrtle Drive and Shams Way, an officer assisted a Yolo County Sheriff’s deputy with a domestic dispute.

Oct. 19 ~ 1:11 a.m., 200 block of Railroad Avenue, an officer had contact with a known active, searchable probationer. A search of the subject revealed nothing of evidentiary value. ~ 1:18 a.m., Juan Carlos Avalos Zavala, 26, of Dixon was arrested on two outstanding Winters Police Department bench warrants charging him with failure to appear on previous charges of possessing controlled substance, being under the influence of a controlled substance and possessing controlled substance paraphernalia and violation of probation on previous charge of vandalism.

Zavala was booked at Winters Police Department and transported to Yolo County Jail for incarceration. ~ 3:30 a.m., 800 block

See POLICE on page A-8

Photo by Ken Stewart Winters High School students enjoy the festivities at the Celebrate My Drive bonfire on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at Dr. Sellers Field. The event kicked the Celebrate My Drive campaign into gear. To help Winters High School win a cash grant and chance for a concert with The Band Perry, go to www.celebratemydrive.com by Oct. 24.

Celebrate My Drive campaign ignites

By LISA BROWN Special to the Express

Winters High School staff and students are committed to keeping teens safe on the road.

After finishing 12th in the United States and Canada for small schools and winning $25,000 last year, staff and students are asking everyone 14 and older to go to www. celebratemydrive.com once a day, every day, through Friday, Oct. 24. The more safe driving commitments the community makes, the better their chance to win a $100,000 grant and a private concert by The Band Perry.

Learning to drive is a big step in life. State Farm and Winters High School recognize that getting a driver’s license is an important and joyous time. Celebrate My Drive celebrates this milestone with new drivers by encouraging them to make positive choices like driving “2N2: two eyes on the road and two hands on the wheel.”

Go to www.celebratemydrive.com today to support the Warriors and safe driving.

About Celebrate My Drive Celebrate My Drive is a different approach to a leading public health risk. Car crashes

Photo by Ken Stewart Winters High School principal Paul Fawcett and State Farmʼs Celebrate My Drive mascot, Good NeighBear, helped keep the bonfire festivities going. are the number one killer of teens, and a teen’s first year on the road is the most dangerous. Using research as a guide, State Farm is approaching teen driver safety, a winnable public health battle, by engaging teens while they learn to drive in a supportive and positive way. Learn more about the initiative at www.celebratemydrive.com.

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WPNS was burglarized

Parent Winters Nursery School was broken into and burglarized. Sometime on Oct. 5 or 6, unknown persons entered our school and stole cash from our tuition box and two digital cameras for a total loss of over $700. This included tuition payments from our families, as well as donations for our WPNS Children’s Festival, which is our school’s largest fundraiser.

Winters Parent Nursery School, also known as WPNS, is a non-profit, parent participation preschool comprised of families who understand the of importance preschool and their involvement in their child’s education. Our tuition and the money

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LETTERS that we raise from our Children’s Festival help us bring in special art and science programs, purchase playground equipment, and provide general upkeep and supplies necessary for the children’s education.

It is a shame that someone would take from our community’s children.

If you have any information regarding the burglary of WPNS, please contact the Winters Police Department, 795-2261.

ADRIANE LAUGHTER

Two angels helped her I just want to take a minute to remind us all about the meaning of community and to thank a few important people. On Monday, Oct. 13, I fell down in

town at the carwash. I thought no one was around but all of a sudden someone named Angel (an appropriate name!) and Rolana appeared. They helped me, called my husband and 911.

I don’t know their last names but I hope they see this and know how much their help meant to me. I also would like to thank all of the first responders who seemed to get there in record time.

What a wonderful community we live in.

It may take a village to raise a child but it also takes one to take care of us as we age.

GLORIA LOPEZ

Not surprised Your article on rescues in Stebbins Preserve(Cold Canyon) was not surprising. As

See LETTERS, page A-5

We have a new cable television box that lets you record shows and then play them back at your leisure. I haven’t been very successful getting it to record the right station at the right time, but I’m working on it. I’ve discovered the best part about recording shows, you can skip the political ads.

With only two more weeks before the election, we won’t have to put up with the ads much longer. The mud slinging must work or they wouldn’t keep putting them on the air, but something has to change to stop the carnage. I don’t care how much money people have, or make, I would like to know how their decisions will affect me. If they want to spend money on the poor, just tell me up front and don’t tell me that their opponent is a sleazebag and no longer beats his wife and kids.

I love it when you hear politicians say they are for education and support our troops implying that their opponents don’t. I have yet to hear anyone who is against education or against our soldiers.

They may be against our foreign policy and bureaucrats in Sacramento and Washington, but I don’t think they hate children or those in uniform.

I had a lively discussion about our local state assembly race between Bill Dodd and

Charlie Schaupp last week. This is a friend that is left of left. It wasn’t that he was questioning my support for Bill Dodd, he just wanted to know if I thought he was liberal enough. I joked that he could always vote for Charlie Schaupp, a Republican from the Capay Valley.

I probably agree with almost everything Bill Dodd promotes. He was a Republican until 2012 when he switched to being a Democrat.

There are people around town that think I’m a Republican, so maybe that is why I like him. Dodd is a businessman who leans to the left on social issues, but like most businessmen he is a fiscal conservative.

Schaupp Charlie brings his own experiences to the race and it wouldn’t be the end of the world if he won. He is an area farmer, retired marine and served on the Esparto School Board. He is both a fiscal and social conservative and has run several times in the past for an assembly seat. He says he is a Republican with principles that would put his conscience before

party, which would be a breath of fresh air in Sacramento for either party.

We are lucky in this race, both candidates seem to be running on their own merits and not slamming each other, although there are a couple more weeks to go and plenty of time for my mailbox to get filled with dirt. I believe Bill Dodd will win and he will serve us well in the state assembly. He is knowledgeable about agriculture and water issues. He will represent parts of six counties, which will put a few miles on his car.

Napa and Davis are in this district and I can’t see them voting Republican. If you get a chance to meet Bill Dodd or Charlie Schaupp, ask them a question and see if they don’t listen before they answer. You won’t hear them bash their opponent instead of answering the question which is one of my pet peeves. It has happened to me in the past with politicians, and they don’t like it when I tell them what I think of people who try to smear others instead of running on their own qualities.

Have a good week.

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It’s time for a complete overhaul of our inadequate stalking laws

On Monday, our town’s heart was ripped back open, as jury selection on the trial for the murder of Leslie Pinkston began.

Thankfully, Enterprise reporter Lauren Keene is taking the lead on covering the trial, and I will only serve as an alternate and information gopher when necessary.

No worries about leaving the story in Lauren’s hands. When it comes to trial coverage, Lauren writes circles around me.

I’m exceedingly relieved that Lauren will do the bulk of the reporting. The closer this trial gets, the more my anxiety grows. Covering the trial would refresh the memories of a day I’d like to forget, but can’t.

Because Leslie and I worked in adjoining offices, I walk through a murder scene every day. I can see her car parked there, even when it’s not. I still see her at her desk when I walk in the door, even though the Chamber office is there now.

Certainly Leslie’s friends and family are suffering exponentially more than me.

Leslie and I weren’t that close, except in proximity. My experience isn’t “grief.” A psychologist friend labeled it “trauma” — paralyzing anxiety — you are the deer frozen in the tracks of your own internal headlights.

Beyond the horrific trauma of that day, when I had to shelve

my feelings and do my job, beyond the shock of a murder in arguably the safest place on earth, Leslie’s murder rattled me. Hard.

My own life, or what could have been my own life, flashed before my eyes.

You see, there’s one topic I haven’t written about: stalking. Not all readers are friendly fans or, conversely, cranky jerks who send nasty emails and call it a day. Some readers are sociopaths, who like my column — and me — a bit too much.

When they discover the feeling’s not mutual, infatuation can turn to rage.

And so it begins.

Both my stalking experiences involved inmates reading my column from jail, and writing to me. A lot.

With the first one, I had to get a restraining order after his letters took on a decidedly creepy tone. And: he was still in jail when I got the order. Apparently it violates a prisoner’s rights to read their outgoing mail, where threats and stalking could be nipped in the bud. Unable to contact me directly anymore, inmate #1 proceeded to fill out every subscription postcard he could find in every magazine at the jailhouse, and enrolled me in everything under the sun, from magazine subscriptions to book clubs. The memberships for prepaid funeral plans were a lovely touch. And you

know what? Many of those things come with an invoice.

My mailbox was literally stuffed full some days. He let me know he was behind it by slightly mangling my name on each subscription or membership — reminding me that a restraining order is a joke, and that he’s still out there.

Inmate #2 was infinitely more alarming.

He detailed his plans for me in writing, complete with drawings of knives and terrified women with tape over their mouths.

He wrote, “I’ll grab you on the sidewalk where you work... you’ll be talking on your cell phone, and you won’t even see me coming.”

Leslie was on her cell phone, in front of where she worked, when her killer ambushed her and shot her in the head. She never saw him coming.

Like Leslie’s killer, inmate #2 is black, and making threats from jail. I mention color just as I would have if both men were blond.

Your mind picks up on such similarities without permission or concern for political correctness, and starts checking all the boxes.

Because of all these commonalities, Leslie’s murder had “this

could have been me” stamped all over it.

Ironically, I googled myself recently looking for something, and Leslie’s image now appears next to mine, likely because of all the stories I wrote about her. There we are, side by side again — another reminder of the eerie parallels.

Like Leslie, I know what psychological terrorism feels like — knowing that a monster is sitting in jail, hating you, spending all his idle time planning to harm you. I know what goes on in your head. Fear and anxiety permeate your mind, and the only thing protecting you is our legal system — which is poor reassurance. That veil of protection is thin. I’m in the same victim notification system that Leslie’s mother was.

By the time they notified Leslie’s mother that her stalker was free three days after he got out — Leslie was already dead. So much for the efficacy of the victim notification system.

There’s always local law enforcement, but my experience with that was abysmal. I brought returned postcards with inmate #1’s handwriting on them to our police depart-

ment, assuming they’d get a handwriting analysis and make a stalking conviction. I also provided a huge box of junk that I never ordered. Isn’t each one an incident of mail fraud? Isn’t that at least a crime? Particularly when committed from inside prison?

A year later, the postcards and box were returned to me.

They never left the storage shelf. I was informed that they didn’t pursue my case because it simply wasn’t that important. In fact, it was so unimportant, they didn’t even bother to tell me this.

My concerns about inmate #2 not long after were similarly brushed aside by our then-police chief, who said the guy was merely blowing off steam.

Just ignore him, ha ha.

Just a big joke. He stopped chuckling when I asked him how he’d feel if his wife received the illustrated letter that I did. Inmate #2 was no laughing matter. He was eventually convicted of three life sentences for kidnapping, rape, assault and mayhem against multiple victims. I guess he got caught before he could pay me a visit.

Most alarming to me of all — when I asked the chief what they’d do if either of these men showed up in Winters, the response was “nothing” — until he actually tries something, he has a right to be here like anyone else. Unfortunately, by

the time he “tries something,” it will be too late for me. Apparently the legal rights of these two sex offenders outweigh mine.

The idea that the police can protect you?

Hogwash. They won’t do anything until you are already being attacked. And, that assumes you even have an opportunity to call 911. Chances are, you won’t.

As for restraining orders? They’re for people who obey laws.

Those who intend to rape and murder don’t have a problem breaking the law. A piece of paper is nothing.

Bottom line, our stalking laws are inadequate, and maybe that’s why local police departments don’t take stalking seriously. So, even with written evidence, or in Leslie’s case, texts, premeditated crimes are allowed to take place if the stalkers are released. I know, because I saw it happen — my own nightmare played out before my eyes.

Sadly, Leslie Pinkston won’t be the last woman killed by a stalker. In her memory, I’m telling my story to prompt an overhaul of our stalking laws and in how law enforcement and the penal system treat stalking. Prison isn’t supposed to be a place for future murderers to plan their crimes under the noses of correctional officers, let alone be released to carry them out.

CASE

Continued from page A-1 structed to fill out a nine-page questionnaire regarding their views on issues likely to be raised during the trial.

Attorneys in the case are expected to complete jury selection by Wednesday, followed by opening statements and testimony from initial witnesses on Thursday.

The trial is slated to last through the end of the month, possibly into early November.

Among the witnesses slated to appear in court this week are

Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 — A-5 law-enforcement officers from Las Vegas, where Gardner was apprehended following an hours-long several standoff weeks after Pinkston’s death. already Gardner was facing criminal charges in Yolo County at the time of the shooting, accused of stalking and threatening the 32-year-old Pinkston in January 2013 at the home she shared with her mother in Winters.

Testimony offered at an evidentiary hearing earlier this month indicated Gardner also had allegedly threatened Pinkston

tion’s 2020 goal of providing an advocate for every foster youth in Continued from page A-4 Yolo County.

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in the weeks before her death, sending her text messages in which he pressured her to help him get the stalking case dismissed.

Mock ruled that the texts — along with incriminating statements Pinkston reportedly made about Gardner to family, friends and law-enforcement officials before she died — will be admissible during the murder trial.

— Reach Lauren Keene at lkeene@ davisenterprise.net or 747-8048.

Follow her on Twitter at @laurenkeene

CASA, call 662-0970 or visit www.yolocasa.org.

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Will vote for Garamendi On Nov. 4, I will vote for Congressman John Garamendi for Congress.

Congressman Garamendi has proven to be a strong supporter of policies that help American families. He supports guaranteed paid sick leave and parental leave for the parents of newborns, the Child Tax Credit and the Earned Income Tax Credit. He believes every child should have access to a pre-kindergarten experience.

As a member of the Congressional Military Family Caucus, he is working to develop legislation to better support our nation’s military families.

I am particularly grateful for Congressman Garamendi’s support of raising the minimum wage.

Throughout his career, Congressman Garamendi has shown that he truly cares about the people he represents. We need him to continue his good work. That’s why I am voting for him on Nov. 4.

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The Tuesday, Oct. 28, planning commission meeting has been canceled. The commission will have a joint meeting with the city council on Monday, Oct. 27, at 6 p.m. at the

Public Safety Facility.

The commission’s next regular meeting will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 25, at 6:30 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall.

Al are welcome.

Property discussion planned at Successor Agency meeting

The Oversight Board to the City of Winters Successor Agency to the Winters Community Development Agency will meet on Monday, Oct. 27, at 1 p.m. in the council chambers at City Hall.

Anyone may attend.

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Community Dollar General taking shape

Calendar

Friday, October 24 Winters High School Homecoming, downtown rally, 12:10 p.m. First and Main Streets; football games, 5:30 and 7 p.m., Dr. Sellers Field Winters Harvest Festival, 5-8 p.m., downtown Main Street “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” gala opening, 7:30 p.m., Community Center

Photo by Debra DeAngelo The Dollar General under construction on Grant Avenue is taking shape. Although it currently has metal siding, a city staff member says plans for the building show that the exterior will be stucco and stone. The new building is located next to Subway and across from Berryessa Sporting Goods on Grant Avenue.

Fifth birthday party planned for library

By LINDA SPRINGER Special to the Express

Let’s all go to a birthday party! The Winters Community Library building turns 5 years old this month and the celebration will be on Wednesday, Nov. 5, at the library, of course.

The early celebration is from 2-5 p.m., with activities focusing on all the events that occur regularly at

the library. There will be craft and Lego tables, bilingual story times, and games galore. Special visitors include Dilly Dally the Clown and some very special furry friends who love to listen to boys and girls read (the Tales for Tails program). Needle Arts and the Menders Group will be demonstrating their skills.

And a birthday party

always includes yummy treats to eat!

The celebration continues from 6:30-8:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 5, as the Winters Friends of the Library holds its annual meeting and fifth birthday party at the library.

The guest speaker will be renowned Sacramento Bee Cartoonist, Jack Ohman.

Awards for his creative work include the

Scripps Howard Journalism Award and Pulitzer Prize finalist.

People Magazine says, “probably the most uncompromising, the most wicked, and the most pointedly funny” on today’s op-ed pages.

Come to this free event and be prepared to laugh and enjoy gourmet creations from the high school culinary class.

Poets, poetry lovers welcome at Winters Out Loud

By DEBORAH SHAW HICKERSON Special to the Express

Courtesy photo Margaret Burns takes her turn at the microphone at a recent Winters Out Loud open mic poetry night.

Winters Out Loud’s poetry open mic takes place every fourth Thursday at Rootstock, from 7-8:30 p.m.

There is no cost, and the format is informal and welcoming. Every person is a “featured” poet. The community is invited to come to just listen, or to recite original poetry or the work of favorite poets.

Lively recitations of classic and modern poetry, as well as translations from Spanish into English, have been crowd

pleasers. Presenters, from 8 to 80 and every age in between, have five minutes each to share.

The last gathering was graced by Allegra Silberstein, the former Poet Laureate of Davis, who read from her chapbook, “Through Sun-glinting Particles.” Also, toward the end of the she chalevening lenged those present to compose a poem together —our first, but hopefully, not our last!

All are invited to join us on Thursday, Oct. 23, for fun, creative energy.

Toys for Tots applications now available at fire department

It is time to begin signing up for Toys for Tots. The Toys for Tots program helps bring the spirit of Christmas to families in need.

The program provides toys for children ages 1-10 years.

Each year the Winters Volunteer Fire Department sponsors this program for the Winters community.

The application process for Toys for Tots begins now. Applications can be picked up at the Winters Fire Department at 700 Main Street. Ap-

Help needed

The elderly Nutrition Program/Meals on Wheels of Yolo County needs volunteers to deliver a hot lunch to homebound Winters residents each weekday.

Volunteers are also needed to help serve meals to seniors who come to the Community Center for lunch each weekday.

Both volunteer positions take about an hour and a half to complete, and volunteers can select the days they’d like to commit.

To volunteer, call Kate Hutchinson, deputy director for the Elderly Nutrition Program, 662-7035.

plication hours are Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Every application must include a copy of proof of residence.

This can be a copy of a current PG&E bill, water or garbage bill, or cable bill. Without this proof of residency, ap-

plications will be denied. Applicants must bring copies of their proof of residency, as the fire department will not make copies.

Applications must be turned in to the Fire Department.

In order for the Toys for Tots program to be a success, the generos-

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Donations of new, ageappropriate toys or monetary donations are needed. All donations can be dropped off at the Winters Fire Department.

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Saturday, October 25 Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser, 5-8 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall Grad Nite E-waste Collection Event, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Mariani Nut Co. parking lot, Railroad and Grant First Baptist Church Harvest Carnival, 6-8 p.m., First Baptist Church, First and Baker Street “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” 8 p.m., Community Center Sunday, October 26 “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” 2 p.m., Community Center Monday, October 27 Oversight Board to the City of Winters Successor Agency to the Winters Community Development Agency meeting, 1 p.m., City Hall, council chambers Joint City Council/Planning Commission meeting, 6 p.m., Public Safety Facility

Upcoming events “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” Fridays and Saturdays, Oct. 24, 25 and 31, and Nov. 1; Sundays, Oct. 26 and Nov. 2 All You Can Eat Shrimp Dinner, Saturday, Nov. 1, 5 p.m., Public Safety facility (tickets must be purchased in advance at the Winters Fire Department) Winters Community Library 5th Anniversary Celebration, Wednesday, Nov. 5, early celebration, 2-5 p.m., main celebration 6:308:30 p.m., Winters Community Library Winters Chamber of Commerce Year in Review Celebration, Saturday, Jan. 24, 5 p.m., Community Center

Ongoing Alcoholics Anonymous meetings, St. Anthony Parish Hall, Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m.; Thursdays, 6-7 p.m. and 8-9:30 p.m.; Yolo Housing community room, 62, Shams Way, Sundays, 910 a.m.; Bonfire Meeting, third Friday of each month, 7 p.m., Creekside Park (behind Creekside Bar), 4513 Putah Creek Road Bilingual Storytime, Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., Winters Community Library Caregivers Support Group, Mondays, 10 a.m., Winters Community Health Center, at 111 E. Grant Avenue; call 309-5149 to attend City Council meetings, first/third Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m., City Hall, council chambers Chamber of Commerce meeting, second Friday, 8 a.m.; Call Chamber office for location, 795-2329 Chamber Mixer, second Monday, 5:30 p.m., call 795-2329 for location Crop Swap, first/third Thursdays, 6-7 p.m., Rotary Park Food/Clothing closet, second and fourth Saturdays, 9 a.m. to noon, Pioneer Presbyterian Church, Wesley Hall, 205 Russell Street Fourth Friday festivities, 5-9 p.m., downtown Main Street, fourth Friday of each month Narcotics Anonymous meeting, Wednesdays, 7 p.m., 62 Shams Way Planning Commission meetings, fourth Tuesday, 6:30 p.m., City Hall, council chambers Preschool Story Time, Tuesdays, 10 a.m., Winters Community Library (ages 0-5 years) RISE, Inc. Playschool Experience (ages 05), Thursdays, 9:30-10:30 a.m., RISE office, 201 First Street School Board meeting, first/third Thursday, 6:30 p.m., school district office Soroptimist of Winters, Wednesdays, noon, 110 East Baker, Winters Village community room Tales for Tails, Tuesdays, 3:30 p.m., Winters Community Library Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post 11091, 6 p.m., third Monday, Winters Community Library Winters Healthcare Foundation board meeting, fourth Thursday, 6:30 p.m., 310 Main Street Winters Out Loud Open Mic Poetry, fourth Thursday, 7-9 p.m., RootStock Winters Rotary Club meeting, Thursdays, noon, The Buckhorn Winters Senior Club potluck/luncheon, second Wednesday, 11:30 a.m., Community Center (To list your non-profit local event on the Winters Express calendar, email information to news@wintersexpress.com or call 795-4551.)

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Continued from page A-1 Child and Adult Protective Services and In-Home Supportive Services, which will operate from a bank of temporary desks at the building. Even if clients have workers from other county offices, they can still meet them here in Winters, says Sullivan, which gives local residents much easier access to county services. The phones and computers are linked to all the county offices, so workers can even log in at the Winters office and work on cases located elsewhere.

“It is a link to the county and a starting point for any county service,” says Sullivan. “It’s a nice connection for this part of the county to the central part of the county.”

Sullivan gives the bulk of the credit for the new county office’s location in Winters to Mayor Cecilia AguiarCurry, who he calls “a huge advocate for the community of Winters.” He says AguiarCurry received support from Yolo County Supervisor Don Saylor, who also felt county services were needed in Winters. They met with the department director, Joan Plannell, who Sullivan says was also instrumental in bringing the new office here.

All three, he says, deserve a lot of credit for “making it happen and being open and flexible.”

Aguiar-Curry says the new office will be an asset for the community.

“The protection and

Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 — A-7 support of community members who are vulnerable is one of the most important functions of government,” Aguiar-Curry. says “The presence of Social Services in Winters will strengthen the safety net for those in need for western Yolo County.

“I am so appreciative that the Young family and the Yolo County Board of Supervisors worked to make this come to fruition.”

Supervisor Saylor expresses similar satisfaction in bringing county services to Winters residents, as well as residents in nearby rural areas and the Capay Valley, who are also welcome to get county services in Winters.

“The Yolo County service center in Winters will provide access to county services to residents of Winters and western Yolo County,” says Saylor.

“Pregnant women and mothers with small children will be able to obtain parenting advice and nutrition assistance for their infants through the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) program.

“People who need mental health service will be able to see clinicians. I expect there will be flu vaccination clinics. People who need help with job searches and access to CalFresh food benefits will be able to access that support.

As needed, there will be access to child protective services and adult protective services.

“Until now, Winters residents had to travel to Woodland or West Sacramento for these

services.

The distances made it challenging for anybody who does not have a vehicle or people who have jobs or other commitments.

The new center will have confidential spaces for people to talk about their needs.”

Sullivan says YCDHSS Director Plannel originally considered the old library building, but didn’t feel it met the county’s needs, and it was Aguiar-Curry who pointed out the old medical building on Grant Avenue, which most recently held Dr. William Davis’ practice. Davis has since relocated to Main Street, so the building was vacant and ready for renovation.

Sullivan says that the building owner, Duane Dunham, a member of the Young family, was also extremely helpful in getting the property in tip-top shape. He says Dunham “needed a tenant and was open to changes, and is passionate about his comSullivan munity.” adds that the county is “a pretty desirable tenant,” so everyone’s happy. He says the county has committed $35,000 toward the renovation as well.

Most of the programs offered there are federally funded, he explained.

Once Winters residents realize all the services that are now easily available to them, literally within walking distance from anywhere in town, Sullivan predicts the impact will be He “tremendous.” says some clients had to make three bus transfers in the past just to get to a YCD-

Reiki offered for farmworkers

By MARGARET BURNS Staff writer

Amy Erez, a local master of Reiki and TaiChi, will be offering a clinic for farmers and farm workers to receive a reiki treatment to relieve pain and stress on the body.

It will be held at 305 First Street in Winters on Saturday, Nov. 1, 3:30-6 p.m.

“Reiki is a Japanese practice to create balance in our lives,” says Erez. “It is similar to the laying on of hands in Western practice, and can treat all parts of our being. It can stimulate healing on a physical level, can calm feelings, and bring peace of mind to the mental state. It is a very simple but effective treatment.”

People who attend will be able to choose either a 15-minute session on the head and shoulders while sitting in a chair or a 30minute session lying on a table and treating either the front or the back of the body. Erez and other Reiki practitioners will be volunteering their time to support the local farming community. Donations will be accepted, and it will be on a first come, first serve basis.

“I have been working in Winters for one year now and I see

farmers who cannot afford what I’m doing,” says Erez. “In my tradition, it is customary to be part of the circle of giving and receiving, and this is one way that I can give an opportunity to my community to experience the benefits of a practice that can re-

store health.

“Farm workers and farmers work long days, long hours with real potential for fatigue and illness, doing repetitive tasks.

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HHS office, which is even more difficult if the person has children s/he must bring along.

Besides county services, Sullivan adds that because the YCDHHS works cooperatively with other nonprofit social service agencies, “we tend to be a hub.” Things like food closets, car safety seat checks, health fairs, CPR trainings, job fairs and public meetings with government officials are all a possibility. Non-profit groups that already work with YCDHHS will also have access

to the conference room for a variety of activities.

“We work closely with RISE already,” says Sullivan, pointing out that those who are using RISE services can easily connect to county services in Winters now.

The new Winters office has a conference room outside the main building for gatherings and events, next to the dental practice of Dr. Ana Maria Antoniu (formerly the practice of Dr. Ron Reisner, who retired earlier this year), which will stay open.

Sullivan says he and his staff are excited to be working in Winters.

“The county is very excited to be out here.

Winters has really progressive leaders from the city and the mayor.”

Although Sullivan is the division manager for the Winters office, Marc Marquez will be the actual on-site supervisor.

A grand opening celebration is planned on Thursday, Nov. 13, at 3:30 p.m.

The Winters YCDHHS office is open from 8 a.m to 4 p.m. on weekdays. The phone number is 406-4444.

A-8 — Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014

Public input sought at community forum on Lake Berressa services

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NAPA, Calif. – The Bureau of Reclamation will hold the next meeting of the Lake Berryessa Community Forum on Wednesday, Oct. 29, 6-8 p.m., at the Lake Berryessa SeCenter, 4380 nior Spanish Flat Loop Road in Napa. Forum meetings are designed to promote public input on recreation opportunities and serat Lake vices Berryessa.

Reclamation will provide status updates on existing and future recreation services, long-term planning processes, the Lake Berryessa Wildlife Area management plan, and current interim services Photo by Debra DeAngelo For most kids, October is all about the candy, and there will be plenty of it at the First Baptist Church Harvest Carnival on Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m. at the church, located at First and Baker Streets. There will be stations with games for children of all ages, including bowling, fishing, basketball, a hat toss and a cake walk, and children can collect candy at each station. Children are invited to wear their Halloween costumes, and everyone who plays the games will get candy. Helping to keep the candy stocked are Pam Balough (left) and Kaily Parker.

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Continued from page A-1 3, and Rob Warren in Area 4 were all unopposed.

The second item, the Lottery proposed monies budget for the 2014-15 school year, was also passed.

The budget, which was the work of a district advisory committee, totals $224,000 in unrestricted funds and $78,000 in restricted monies.

Sites will receive discretionary monies based on enrollment and funds based on site requests.

The committee also allocated monies to departments and programs at each school, as well as to site libraries.

Funds will be set aside in a textbook reserve fund.

Unallocated reserves will be held in both restricted and unrestricted monies.

The third approval item was a change in classified preschool positions and salary schedule placement for those positions.

Information items Art Rodriguez of Yolo County Social Services attended the meeting to give an overview of the services that will be offered at the new Winters Human Services office, which was scheduled to open on Oct. 20 at 111 East Grant.

The office, which will serve as a hub for Western Yolo, will offer a variety of services to residents, including employment services, help with MediCal, mental health, child welfare, welfare-to-work, and WIC (Women, Infants and Children) food distribution.

Rodriguez intro-

POLICE

Continued from page A-3 of West Grant Avenue, parties were involved in a family dispute. ~ 1:37 p.m., County Road 89 north of Winters city limits, during a traffic enforcement stop, an officer had contact with a subject who was determined to be on active, searchable probation. A search of the subject

Winters Elementary School Principal Greg Moffitt used his spot on the agenda to recognize community members who are instrumental in the school’s emphasis on healthy eating.

Debbie Bello and Ana Lara Tenorio were thanked for their weekly volunteerism at the Kids’ Farmers Market and the Yolo Food Bank was recognized for supplying the market with great quantities of fresh fruits and vegetables.

Patty Rominger was recognized for her work with the Farm to School program.

Rominger helped to organize the Kids’ Market and has worked to help create gardens at both campuses of WES. Parent Garret Garcia was honored for installing an irrigation system in the garden.

Students who were recognized included Danny Anderson and Nohea Modar, Garden

Club stalwarts; Carson Morris, who excels at ‘creative construction’ in the Maker Space classroom, run by teacher Nan Williams and open to all students for tinkering and creating; and Madeline Drake, Celeste Garcia, Emmet Lemus and Angel Tricoene who frequent the open STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math) lab.

Moffitt then gave the trustees an overview of four areas of emphasis at his sites, each of which is aimed at encouraging healthy brain development in the early years.

Those areas include academic rigor, as exemplified by the new Common Core Standards; social development, which is fostered by a character development program that emphasizes positive behaviors and attitudes, by activities such as Garden Club and Makers’ Space, and by a student-led conflict management program; physical development, nurtured by the Running Club and the Farmers Market; and emotional development, with an emphasis on stress reduction for young learners.

Moffitt also outlined the challenges that WES is working with this year, notably staff changes and the lack of an assistant principal for a school that operates at two separate sites.

The next regularly scheduled school board meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 20 in the Walnut Room at the school district office. The school board will meet only once in November.

revealed nothing of evidentiary value. ~ 1:41 p.m., Jose Cruz Avina, Jr., 19, of Esparto was issued a notice to appear for being an unlicensed driver, driving at an unsafe speed, and failing to provide proof of insurance. ~ 5:18 p.m., a pair of reading glasses inside a case was found. ~ 6:36 p.m., Christopher Thomas Re-

neaux, 21, of Winters was issued a notice to appear for driving with a suspended/revoked driver’s license. ~ 6:36 p.m., Grant Avenue and Taylor Street, an officer had contact with a subject determined to be on active, searchable probation. A search of the subject revealed nothing of evidentiary value.

duced Mark Marquez, who will be the site supervisor.

The board also heard an update from WMS teacher Raquel Mendoza on the work of the technology committee, which is working to coordinate across sites to insure that the scope and sequence of technology education and use is smoothly paced and appropriate.

The board also heard about a job description for a library assistant position at the joint use Winters High School and Winters Community Library.

The estimated cost of the new position is approximately $12,000 per year. The item will come back for formal approval in November.

operations. is Reclamation scheduling a meeting for Wednesday, Dec. 10, on the future development of recreation and the facilities award of long-term concession contracts at five Lake Berryessa concession areas. At the meeting, the public will be invited to provide comments on the draft development plans as part of scoping under the National Environmental Policy Act. The time and location of that meeting will be announced at a later date.

Reclamation is working to implement the Lake Berryessa Visitor Services Plan Record of Decision

and provide safe and enjoyable recreation experiences for visitors to Lake Berryessa.

To be added to the Berryessa Lake email/mailing list or to request special assistance to attend the Oct. 29 meeting, contact Janet Sierzputowski, Public Affairs Office, (916) 9785112 (TTY 800-8778339) or jsierzputowski@usbr.gov.

Lake Berryessa is managed by Reclamation’s Central California Area Office as part of the Solano Project.

Additional information is available at http://www.usbr.gov/mp /ccao/berryessa/index. html.

Computer club featured at monthly meeting The county’s Veteran Service Officer, Billy P. Wagster, will be the featured speaker at the monthly meeting of the Woodland Senior Center Computer Club, Inc. Open to the public, the Oct. 27 club meeting will be held at the Senior Center, 2001 East Street, starting at 1 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

Wagster’s topics will include paperwork issues—compensation, pension, VA Medical applications — as well as medical transportation and civilian steps to assist Yolo County veterans in general.

Wagstaff has worked as a veterans’ advocate for over 10 years, most of them as the Yolo County Veterans Services Officer, at

their office at 120 West Main Street, Suite A. The office number is 406-4850.

Also on the agenda are the group’s busimeeting, folness lowed by a drawing for members only. Dues are $12 per year, payable in January or prorated for members who join later.

For more information, call 662-9598.

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The clinic is open to everyone, but Erez hopes to reach day workers, particularly

in the Spanish speaking community.

For more information, call (925) 9343120, (English only) or visit www.

SugiHealth.com.

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Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 — A-9

Entertainment Friday is ‘Vampire’ show

By GERMAINE HUPE Special to the Express

Courtesy photo Roy Rogers and The Delta Rhythm Kings will play at The Palms on Saturday.

Roy Rogers to play Saturday

By KATE LADDISH Entertainment correspondent

Master bluesman Roy Rogers and his band The Delta Rhythm Kings will bring new and classic blues and Delta-flavored slide guitar to The Palms on Saturday Oct. 25.

Roy Rogers (yes, that’s his real name; yes, his folks named him after the singing cowboy) cut his teeth as a guitarist in John Lee Hooker’s legendary band thirty years ago, and rapidly caught the attention of the blues world for being a player with tremendous power, technical prowess and ability to remain true to the roots of Delta blues without just being a carbon copy of those who came before him.

One of the top blues slide guitarists in the world, Rogers is renowned for both his electrifying renditions of classic Mississippi blues, especially Robert Johnson songs such as “32-20 Blues” and “Terraplane Blues,” and crafting original songs that are fresh yet fit with blues classics. A dynamic and versatile player, Rogers’ frequent use

of a custom-built double-neck guitar exemplifies how exuberance, and sheer love for the blues can’t be contained.

While Rogers made his original mark as a guitarist, he grew into a mutli-faceted musician and a go-to guy for guitar, songwriting, vocals, and producing. In addition to leading his own band, this recipient of eight Grammy nominations has had significant collaborations with John Lee Hooker, Bonnie Raitt, Carlos Santana, Steve Miller, Ramblin’ Jack Elliott, Allen Toussaint, Norton Buffalo and The Doors’ coand keyfounder boardist Ray Manzarek.

Rogers’ burning passion for and effervescently joyful love of music translates into his live performances, with the audience catching Rogers’ energy and enthusiasm.

Tickets are $20 and are available at Pacific Ace Hardware in Winters, Armadillo Music in Davis, Watermelon Music in Woodland and at the door if not sold out.

For more information visit palmsplay house.com and roy -rogers.com.

Event to celebrate a taste of Capay Join Capay Valley Vision and Capay Valley Grown in celebrating “A Taste of Capay.”

The event takes place in Esparto at the Stephen family’s Oakdale Ranch on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 2-6 p.m.

This year’s event includes a five-course meal (using locallygrown produce and products) prepared by the Cache Creek Casino and Resort’s talented staff from the “C-2” restaurant.

Other features are

an exhibit of historic farm equipment; a silent auction featuring a wide array of crafts, services, foods and entertainment opportunities; plus the live auction put on by Joe Gates.

Tickets are $60 per person or $550 for a table of 10. For tickets, sponsorship opportunities and general information call Maya, 867-5603, the CVV office, 787-3353, or email n a n c y. p e n n e b a k e r @gmail.com.

Fall Festival planned at Davis Farmers Market

Break out the kids’ costumes for the Kids’ Costume Parade at Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 25, at Davis Farmers Market in Central Park, Third and C streets in Davis.

The parade begins at 11 a.m. next to the 14foot-tall, inflatable Black Cat. Fall Festival celebrates local food, local farmers and the harvest season with music, free crafts and science activities for kids and local eats.

Friday is opening night for The Winters Company’s Theatre (WTC), production of “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” with a champagne and dessert gala beginning at 7:30 p.m. There will be five more Friday and Saturday evening performances, all starting at 8 p.m., and two Sunday matinee presentations at 2 p.m.

“Night of the Anemic Vampire” was written as a comic spoof of the vampire traditions, and is not a horror story. In fact, this play is filled with laughs and there is no terror at all.

The publication of Bram Stoker’s novel, “Dracula,” in 1897, introduced us all to the traditions, vampire clichés and legends that we have become so familiar with. While “Night of the Anemic Vampire” includes many of these wellknown elements — vampires who sleep in coffins, cannot see their reflections, cannot tolerate daylight, and hunt in the night for the blood of their prey — these elements are all presented here for fun and folic, and not for fear!

Manny Lanzaro and Vyvlecka Michelle have starring roles in the show. Lanzaro

takes on his first principal role for WTC, and offers his great comic timing and wonderful “Dracula” accent. The talented and vivacious Ms. Vyvlecka was recently seen as the heroine in the past two WTC “Shakespeare Under the Stars” summer productions.

The cast includes many well-known WTC actors, local favorite Tyler Tufts, and two new performers for WTC: Marc Perry and Samantha PashePerry brings nee. years of acting experience with the Renaissance Pleasure Faire, while Pashenee will be making her acting debut.

“Night of the Anemic Vampire” was written by the late Darrel Akers, of Napa, and will be directed by his brother and veteran WTC actor, Jesse Akers.

“Night of the Anemic Vampire” will be an entertaining way to mark the celebration of Halloween. Performance dates are Friday and Saturday evenings, Oct. 24 and 25, and Friday and Saturday evenings, Oct. 31 and Nov. 1. All of the evening shows begin at 8 p.m., except for the Opening Gala on Oct. 24, which begins at 7:30 p.m. There will also be two Sunday matinees on Oct. 26

Courtesy photo Manny Lanzaro stars in the Winters Theatre Companyʼs production of “Night of the Anemic Vampire,” which begins its two-week run on Friday. and Nov. 2, at 2 p.m.

While not required, audience members are encouraged to join in the fun and wear scary costumes, especially to the Halloween show on Oct. 31.

Tickets to see “Night

of the Anemic Vampire” are available online at www.winters theatre.org or by calling 795-4014. Adult tickets are $12, and seniors and children 12 and under are $6. Gala opening tickets are $15.

Caleb Klauder, Bonanza King to play The Caleb Klauder Country Band represents the best of the Northwest music scene, creating a honky-tonk band that stands out as a totem in the country music scene. On Friday, Oct. 24, the Caleb Klauder Country Band will bring their classic country to The Palms; Yolo County’s Bonanza King will open the show, which begins at 8 p.m.

Caleb Klauder has been touring nationally and internationally for over 15 years, first with acclaimed folkrock band Calobo, a luminary in the Northwest’s burgeoning music scene, and then with the widely celebrated Foghorn Stringband.

Today, leading with vocals, guitar, and a mandolin, The Caleb Klauder Country Band performs original songs right alongside classics from George Jones, The Louvin Brothers and Dolly Parton, all at once sounding timeless, fresh, and alive.

This is country music made for people who want to have fun and who want to dance, harkening back to the old dance hall days when people of

Courtesy photo The Caleb Klauder Country Band, along with Bonanza King, will perform at The Palms on Friday. all walks of life came together to simply dance, socialize, and enjoy live music. Band members include Jesse Emerson on upright bass, Ned Folkerth on drums, Reeb Willms (of Foghorn Stringband) on vocals and guitar, Russ Blake on pedal steel and electric guitar and Sam Weiss on fiddle, all of whom contribute to the vibrant Northwest music scene in various other bands as well. Their latest CD is

“Western Country.”

Winters country music favorites Bonanza King, who will open the show, recently celebrated the release of their debut CD. Bonanza King is led by Kari Kari, whose decades of experience with blues, bluegrass and country music has bloomed into her current roles as fullvoiced lead singer, playfully capable songwriter and frontwoman. In addition to King (lead vocals,

rhythm guitar), Bonanza King is J. Cedar Seeger (lead guitar), Keith Cary (steel guitar), Steve O’Neill (bass and vocals) and Nick Carvajal (drums).

Tickets are $15 and are available at Pacific Ace Hardware in Winters, Armadillo Music in Davis, Watermelon Music in Woodland and at the door if not sold out.

For more information, visit palmsplay house.com and caleb klauder.com.

Karaoke fundraiser planned

Kids can paint a free pumpkin, make treThe Davis Musical buchets, spin art, harTheatre Company vest headdresses and more at free craft plans karaoke and booths. Kids can see rescue birds from the California Raptor Center, and experiment at science exhibits. There will also be baby pigs and other farm animals to pet, and ponies to ride.

For more information, contact call 7561695, or visit www. davisfarmersmarket. org.

dessert on Saturday, Oct. 25, 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Visit www.dmtc.org.

Coming up

Friday, Oct. 24 - Caleb Klauder Country Band with Bonanza King opening Saturday, Oct. 25 - Roy Rogers & the Delta Rhythm Kings Thursday, Oct. 30 - Tish Hinojosa Friday, Nov. 7 - Marcia Ball

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Quezada wins poster contest Add-A-Dollar, help a school

By DEBRA DeANGELO Express editor

April Quezada is the winner of the Black Cat Awareness poster contest. Her entry was judged to be the one that best represented the theme, “Love Comes in All Colors” and expressed the plight of black cats needing homes. April is in the 7th grade at Winters Middle School, and says she loves animals and likes to draw them, and just likes art in general.

She is also a pet owner, and has a cat named Bob. April says she thinks it’s “really bad” that black cats are often passed over when people are looking for a new pet.

For her prize-winning drawing, April wins cupcakes on Halloween from Lester Farms Bakery for the class of her choosing, which of course was her art class with WMS teacher Mrs. Barbie Kimball.

April is the daughter of Cecilia and Armand Quezada. She has a sister, Carina, 20, and a young nephew, Jared, 2.

April’s drawing will be on display at the “Love Comes in All Colors” event at the Turkovich Family Wines tasting room on Thursday, Oct. 30, 5-9 p.m. There will be information about black cats, which are used as decorations at Halloween and ignored

The Winters Education Foundation’s 7th Annual Add-A-Dollar campaign is underway, and continues through the month of October. This fundraiser is an easy way for both local merchants and the public to help support WEF’s efforts in supporting local public schools.

ACE Hardware has been awarded the “Golden Apple” for the most donations collected in the last six campaigns. WEF and the staff and students in the Winters School District greatly ap-

Photo by Debra DeAngelo April Quezada holds her drawing, which was chosen as the winning entry in the “Love Comes in All Colors” poster contest. the rest of the year, except when they’re erroneously associated with bad luck.

A representative from Cat Tales Rescue of Solano County will be in attendance, with a list of black cats needing a home and information on how Winters residents can become foster parents for cats. One dollar from every bottle of wine sold at the tasting room that night will be donated to Cat Tales rescue. There will also be free live music performed by

Kat Austin, a professional singer who also works as a tasting room associate at Turkovich.

The Black Cat activities this month are sponsored by Family Turkovich Wines, Lester Farms Bakery and Steady Eddy’s, which additionally has a special black cat coffee drink this month which also raises funds for Cat Tales Rescue.

For more information about the black cat activities, call Debra, 795-4551.

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preciate their efforts in raising funds to support the district.

To contribute, look for the WEF containers at local businesses.

“Support our local merchants and support WEF in helping our local public schools,” says WEF member Jill Aguiar.

Larger donations can be mailed to WEF at P.O. Box 1047, Winters, CA 95694. “Like” Winters Education Foundation on Facebook to keep up to date on activities.

Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 — B-1

Sports Team readies for champ meet

By ERIC LUCERO Express sports

The Winters Warriors swim team traveled to Durham High School to compete in a six way meet against Durham, Sutter, Gridley, Oroville and Willows on Wednesday, Oct. 15. This was not a scored meet but it was a very competitive meet that was meant to help get the teams get ready for the league championships this Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Winters High School.

“It was a good meet for the team to prepare for our league championships,” said coach Maya Tice. “Individually our swimmers continue to drop

Loren Tolley competes in the breaststroke for the Warriors swim team as the Warriors hosted Durham and Oroville on Wednesday, Oct. 8.

Photo by Eric Lucero time. Many are close to their goals for the end of the season.”

The meet started with the girls 200 medley relay with Arely

Salas, Montana Frey, Ivett Arellano and Arellano Vanessa clocking second place finish in 2:28.02.

Mikenna Sims took

first place in the girls 200 free with a time of 2:16.55. Justine Penzel took second in the

See SWIM on page B-3

Warriors overcome penalties, win 49-9 Lowrie passes for 218 yards, Nicholas receives 100 of them

By ERIC LUCERO Express sports

The Winters Warriors varsity football team continues their domination in the Sacramento Valley League despite an overwhelming amount of yellow flags being thrown last Friday, 17, against Oct. Durham High School.

Once again, the Warriors started out with a quick scoring offensive attack putting 21 points on the board in the first quarter.

Things changed in the second quarter though and the Warriors went scoreless the rest of the half.

Winters had 10 penalties thrown on them in the second quarter alone.

“It was ridiculous,” said coach Daniel

Ward. “Not because they were thrown against us but the inconsistency of the calls. But once again, I was proud of the team for overcoming another obstacle and focusing on what we needed to do to regain control of the game.”

Durham launched a comeback in the second quarter posting nine points on the board but that would end up being all the points they would score. Winters scored 14 points in the third quarter and 14 more in the fourth for a 49-9 victory and improved their league record to 2-0.

Jacob Lowrie led the Warriors offensive attack in the air with 218 yards completing 12 of 16 passes and two touchdowns. Morgan Nicholas was Lowries favorite target as he caught five passes for 100 yards and a touchdown.

Luke Vice

See WIN on page B-3

Photo by Ken Stewart Adriana Jimenez spikes the ball during the varsity volleyball home game against Colusa on Tuesday, Oct. 7.

Volleyball beats Williams at net

By ERIC LUCERO Express sports

The Winters High School varsity volleyball team won one and lost one last week as they faced Pierce High School and Williams High School. Winters started the week with a 3-0 loss to Pierce on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Winters lost 25-6, 25-22 and 25-19.

“We started playing well in the second and third games,” said coach Lucy MacMahon.

“We did well with our Photo by Ken Stewart serving. Most of the Jacob Lowrie breaks the tackle of a Durham defend- girls were serving at 85 er during the Warrior varsity football game in percent. Annie Dunn played well. She hit Durham on Friday, Oct. 17. most of her serves and did a good job at setting. Hannah Kimes served nearly a per-

Winters AYSO celebrates successful season

By HEATHER HAGY Winters AYSO

Whoosh.

Thump.

“Gooooaaal!” These are the sounds of soccer, emanating from Shirley Rominger and Winters Middle

Tom George wins weekly grid contest

Tom George picked 22 out of 28 games correctly to win the $30 first prize in the weekly Winters Merchants Football Contest.

Tim Ireland took second prize of $15, picking 21 games correctly.

Missing the prize by a single game, with 20 correct, were Ted Armstrong, Chris Gertz and Steve Caselli.

All of the other contestants had 19 or fewer correct selections.

Another contest is in this week’s Express.

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School fields since Winters AYSO (American Youth Soccer Organization) began its 2014 season on Aug. 23. Games are played every Saturday, starting as early as 8 a.m. and continuing until

almost 5 p.m.

As part of Area 2D, Winters plays against teams from Antelope, Colusa, Esparto, and Davis. The regular season wraps up on Oct. 25, followed by Regional and Area

Tournaments in November.

This season, Winters AYSO had 34 teams and nearly 400 players ranging in age from 4-18. The organization

See AYSO on page B-3

PISANI’S ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Hannah Kimes Hannah Kimes, a senior on the Winters High School varsity volleyball team, is this week s athlete of the week. Kimes has been a team leader all season long and her consistency is what stands out the most to coach Lucy MacMahon.

Hannah has been very consistent with her a serves, her setting and her defense, MacMahon said.

She really has been consistent with her all around game and her leadership as well.

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fect game and played well at the net. She had two great blocks and had some kills.

“Jordanne Mariani played well at the net and did a good job in passing which helped the team earn points.

Ashley Drummond did a great job with serving and hitting. She is a well rounded player and Adriana Jimenez also played well with sets that helped the girls execute their hits.”

On Thursday, Oct. 16, the Warriors beat Williams 25-16, 25-21 and 25-12.

“It seemed like the girls were relaxed and having fun,” MacMahon said. “That definitely

See NET on page B-3

B-2 — Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014

Schools

Scout Master retires, new one sought

By TRACEY MATHESON Special to the Express

Longtime Scout Master, and community member Tony Freed with Boy Scout Troop 600 of Winters is hanging up his class A uniform and planning to step down at the end of this year.

He has raised three sons and led them through this troop for fifteen years. Tony has been a strong leader to all who have had the pleasure of being a part of his troop and will be greatly missed by the boys who he will leave behind. As Tony enters a new chapter in his life the Boy Scouts in Troop 600 are in need of a new leader so that they can continue on their path to Eagle Scout.

These young men have worked hard for many years and need a new Scout Master who can see them through as they grow into adults and achieve the ultimate level of scouting, Eagle.

Currently, our troop has nine Boy Scouts. We always welcome new scouts to join and it is our hope to grow.

However, growth cannot occur without a strong leader.

These young men in Troop 600 will be forced to split up and join a new troop in another town if they are unable to find a new Scout

Courtesy photo Boy Scouts Troop 600 includes, from left, (back) Assistant Scout Master Bob Kays, Chris Kays, Colwyn Martin, Ty Spalding, Alec Matheson, Brandon Freed and Scout Master Tony Freed; (front) Liam Allen, William Bess and Garrett Matheson. (Not pictured, Zac Cox.) Master.

I have two sons who belong to this troop and they find it rewarding to provide service for the community members in the town of Winters in which they live.

They do not want to see Troop 600 diminish. It is a rare experience to be a part of an organization in which you grow with the same circle of members as well as making new friendships with new members along the way.

A Scout Master is a rewarding experience but very demanding. This person plays a key role in the lives of many young men as

he guides and watches his troop as they learn and grow into successful leaders who will earn their Eagle rank and may give back to the youth of their community by also becoming a Scout Master of their own troop one day.

Those interested in becoming a Scout Master need to know the important role they play in shaping young men into mature adults. They need to be devoted to their troop and be able to deal with many responsibilities. Some of the duties include teaching by example, helping the troop develop leadership skills,

encouraging the troop to problem solve on their own, providing support, advice, being consistent, having good communication skills with Boy Scouts and their parents, organization, attending meetings regularly, and scheduling events. A good Scout Master who demonstrates strong leadership will have a strong troop that will run the weekly troop meetings. The Scout Master will guide, encourage, and provide support as needed.

There are individuals that do not know what the role of a Boy Scout is and the importance that it

holds. This program exposes our youth to diverse groups of people and positive experiences. It teaches our youth moral values, leadership, how to build good character, self confidence among other positive teachings that shape these individuals into becoming responsible, well-rounded and good citizens of the community in which they live.

Boy Scouts have an oath, motto, slogan, outdoor code, and law. The 12 points of the Boy Scouts Law are being trustworthy, loyal, helpful, friendly, courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, thrifty, brave, clean, and reverent.

These twelve points along with the oath, motto, slogan, and outdoor code help place our youth on a positive path whether it is in school, socially, or professionally. The values learned in Boy Scouts are similar to a compass. They help guide our youth onto a positive path as they journey into adulthood.

If you are an individual who would like to take on this important job as a Scout Master to a great group of Boy Scouts or know someone who would be interested, contact Tony Freed, (916) 834-2004, cell, or 795-3326, home.

Buy candy, send kids to camp

Photo by Debra DeAngelo Winters Middle School students may be knocking on your door this month to sell candy rather than asking for it on Halloween. Candy sales will help fund the studentsĘź trip to Camp Loma Mar. Candy bars are $1 each. Besides candy, orders are being taken for tamales, which will be delivered hot right to your door on Nov. 19 and 20. Helping to get the candy sales going are, from left, 6th graders Roberto Martinez, Jesus Chavez, Mallory Layne and Brianna Arizaga. For more information about the fundraiser, call Tawnya Martin at Winters Middle School, 795-6130.

E-waste collection benefits Grad Nite

A free e-waste and appliance collection event is planned on Saturday, Oct. 25, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Mariani Nut Co. parking lot at the corner of Railroad and Grant Avenues.

Proceeds from the event will benefit the Winters High School Safe and Sober Grad Nite celebration for the Class of 2015.

The WHS Grad Nite Parent Group has partnered with Freon Free to recycle all collected e-waste and appliances. Freon Free is a California stateapproved collector and recycler of electronic waste.

The collection efforts have been expanded this year. In addition to standard ewaste items (TVs, cell phones, laptops, computers/monitors and peripherals), the Grade Nite group will also be collecting car batteries, washers, dryers, dishwashers, water heaters, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, air conditioners, microwaves, vacuum cleaners, small ap-

pliances, electric motors, lawn mowers, audio equipment, video equipment, transmissions, scrap metal and all types of wire.

To make a donation, drop the items off at the collection event or arrange for free pick-

up by calling John, (707) 635-3111.

Items that cannot be accepted include hazardous household waste such as paint, pesticides, used oil, cleaning supplies, fluorescent light bulbs and tires.

Courtesy photo Getting some practice in the kitchen for their spaghetti dinner fundraiser are, from left, Isabella Jimenez, Anthony Jimenez and Miah Barrera.

Dinner to aid Weed fire victims The community is invited to an All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday, Oct. 25, 5-8 p.m., at St. Anthony Parish Hall.

This fundraiser is being sponsored by Club 33, the Youth Group at St. Anthony Parish.

All proceeds from the dinner will go to help the fire victims in Weed. Club 33 will be serving salad, spaghetti, meatballs, garlic bread and dessert. Tickets are $10 per person or $35

for an immediate family and can be purchased at St. Anthony Parish office or at the

door. The evening will also include a raffle.

All are welcome to attend.

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SWIM

Continued from page B-1

Photos by Dave Bosse U5 player Carson Alvarado takes the ball with Ava Estepa, Derek Green, Brayden Ramirez, and Jacob Valades on his heels.

AYSO

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received assistance from Shellworth Chevrolet in Vacaville after Tom Shellworth reached out to them and offered to help with the program.

AYSO reWinters ceived a $500 donation from Shellworth along with ball pumps, clipboards and first aid kits for each team.

Winters AYSO is an all-volunteer, nonprofit group currently seeking to add members. Some of the open positions include assistant registrar, assistant coach administrator, and volunteer coordinator.

For more informa-

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caught four passes for 67 yards and a touchdown.

Jamie Bermudez caught two passes for 43 yards and Chaz Mathews caught one for eight yards.

Vice led the Warriors on the ground with 81 yards rushing on six carries and a touchdown.

Lowrie carried the ball nine times for 80 yards and a touchdown. Mathews had 11 carries for 72 yards and two touchdowns, while Ulises Hinojosa had three carries for 28 yards and a touchdown.

Omar Rodriguez was perfect on PAT kicks making 7 of 7.

The Warrior defense once again played stellar all night long.

Most of Durham’s yardage came from penalties on the Warriors. Outside of that, Winters — the big red wall — shut down the Trojans with 70 total tackles, had four sacks, an interception and a fumble recovery.

Mitchel Stewart had another big night leading the defense with 10 tackles.

Lowrie and Damon

Photo by Eric Lucero Jules Jiminez competes in the breaststroke during the Warriorsʼ swim meet against visiting Oroville and Durham High Schools on Wednesday, Oct. 8. a time of 1:53.54. In the girls 500 free Sims took third place with a time of 6:12.64.

The girls 200 free relay team of Nitzkowski, Frey, Vanessa Arellano and Sims took first place with a winning time of 1:57.53.

The boys 200 free relay team of Spalding, Garcia, Matheson and Tolley placed sixth in 2:43.39. In the girls 100 backstroke Ivett Arellano took first place with a time of 1:18.01, Nitzkowski took second in 1:19.13 and

Salas was ninth at 1:39.85.

For the boys 100 backstroke, Matheson placed third in 1:26.75.

Frey placed third in the girls 100 breaststroke with a time of 1:28.66 and Kreun placed seventh at 1:36.99. Tolley had a fifth place finish in the boys 100 breaststroke with a time of 1:18.85 and the girls 400 free relay team of Nitzkowski, Penzel, Sims and Ivett Arellano took first place with a time of 4:30.09.

NET U8 Girls player Isabella Rodriguez sprints to the goal followed by Riley Hurst and Lupita Lopez. tion on how to be part of group that strives to develop and deliver a quality youth soccer

program, contact wintersayso@gmail. com or go to their Facebook page.

Continued from page B-1 helped them win the match.

They played very well together. Selena Leon had four great hits and served over 90 percent. Hannah also did well with a few blocks, had nine kills and served the ball well. Annie, Maddy Welch, Jacque Duran, Samantha Nichols, Adriana, Alexis Orosco, Heidi Masen and Rylee Guerrero all played well, moved their feet well and worked together as a team.”

JV team The JV volleyball team lost two matches last week, starting with a 2-0 loss to Pierce High School on Tuesday, Oct. 14. Winters lost to Williams High School on Thursday, Oct. 16, with scores of 26-24 and 2513.

“The girls played well against Williams,” said coach Lucy MacMahon. “We just couldn’t get the win.”

Photo by Ken Stewart Ulises Hinojosa runs for a big gain during the Winters High School varsity football game at Durham High School on Friday.

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girls 200 IM with a time of 3:05.92. Vanessa Arellano took second in the girls 50 free with a time of 28.15, Melissa Nitzkowski followed in third with a time of 29.30, Frey took fourth at 30.11, Kreun was Logan ninth at 32.17 and Salas swam a 39.20.

In the boys 50 free Loren Tolley placed fourth with a time of 27.26, Alec Matheson clocked a 31.20, Ty Spalding came in at 47.64 and Moises Garcia swam a 52.31. In the girls 100 butterfly Ivett Arellano took second place with a time of 1:15.31 and Penzel placed fifth at 1:25.88. Vanessa Arellano placed second in the girls 100 free with a time of 1:04.37, Kreun placed fourth in 1:12.36 and Salas was ninth at 1:25.23.

In the boys 100 free Tolley placed second in 1:01.51, Matheson was 10th at 1:09.37, Spalding swam a 1:46.53 and Garcia had

Burke each had seven tackles.

Mathews, Bermudez and Ryan Soto each had six tackles. Warren Roberson III, Chris Kays and Ivan Martinez each had five, Hinojosa had three tackles, Chase Pope, Hunter Miller and Ricky Riise each had two, while Nicholas, Ignacio Ochoa, Zach Cox and

Jose Bermudez each had one. Kays had three sacks and a fumble recovery, Bermudez had one sack, Lowrie had an interception and Miller had a fumble recovery.

The Warriors will host Live Oak this Friday, Oct. 24, for their homecoming game.

Photo by Ken Stewart Hannah Kimes serves the ball during a recent varsity volleyball game.

Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 — B-5

Features I’m doing my part to be productive

Why should you work to be productive when you can just act like you’re productive? Nobody will ever know for sure if you are or not.

How the heck could they know what you’re doing unless they’re watching you 24 hours a day? I don’t think there are a lot of people who could stand watching someone else for more than an hour or so without losing interest or going to sleep.

Either way, they won’t know for sure what you’ve been doing.

Take me for instance. I’ve been helping out with the Putah Creek Restoration Project as a volunteer. I can go down to the creek and work for 10 minutes, pour a little water on my neck so it looks like I’m sweating, rub some dirt on my hands and face and anybody that sees me thinks I’ve been working my butt off. All I have to do is complain about how long I’ve been working and right away they think I’ve been working all day.

They give me little jobs that aren’t covered by the budget, but jobs that have to be done just the same. I mean, what organization could afford to pay someone to water, like, 10,000 trees? I mean, watering trees is not all that difficult — even I can do it. The way they have it set up, all I have to do is hook two hoses up to a water pump, start the pump, and then pick it up when it runs out of gas. If I weren’t a volunteer working for free, they would have fired me a long time ago.

Recently, there were about 30 workers changing a light bulb on the corner of Elliott Street and East Abbey Street. The way I

understand it, there has to be at least 30 people standing around watching one guy work because one of the other guys has the job of “Crowd Control.” I drove by them at about 8 a.m. on my way to the Creek Project.

Later on, about 10 a.m., I drove by them again and they were still changing the same light bulb.

The guy doing all the work was named Terry and the crowd control guy was named Tony. Tony gave me a dirty look the first time I drove by and when I drove by again he pointed his finger at me and said, “You better not write about us again Bunghollie!” A young guy named Chris chucked a dirt clog at me, so I guess that makes him the enforcer guy.

Someday I think those guys are gonna beat the heck out of me, and they will undoubtedly do it while they are on the clock.

Even at home, I can work for an hour and when my wife walks in the door she thinks I’ve been working too hard. I just can’t seem to force myself to tell her anything different. As long as I turn off the games on the Xbox before she gets home she has no doubt about my laboring all day getting ready to install new kitchen cabinets. If she points out something that didn’t get done, I just tell her, “That’s next on my list.”

I think it must be the same

with our government officials out there in Washington D. C. How can you check a congressman’s or senator’s production if there’s no actual pile of completed work? Sure, there are watchdog groups doing just that (watchdogging) but we never pay attention to them and they have their own agenda. I think there must be easier ways to judge what our lawmakers are up to.

Take money for instance.

If someone never leaves his office because he’s on the phone all day working at fundraising, how can he have time for what he’s supposed to be doing? It’s public record and supposedly easy to access (I don’t know for sure) just how much a government official is worth when he comes into office. If what I read is correct, a lawmaker in our nation’s capital can expect his worth to increase tenfold during his first year in office, plus, once out of office, he can still expect his salary for the rest of his life. Pretty sweet deal if you ask me.

I don’t like to talk about cops but I feel it is warranted. I’ve had my problems with them in the past and I have to assume responsibility for that, but it’s not the point I want to make. There are a lot of angry cops out there. They are frustrated because they are prevented from doing the jobs they were meant to do.

In many cities our police have become officers fundraisers. They pull over car after car writing ticket after ticket all day long.

There are so many little laws that in almost every instance, a ticket is warranted. Each ticket is income for a multitude of public centers and a small percentage goes to the city of origin.

It’s no wonder that our cops are a little short with you should you complain.

Many are wound up tight and ready to spring involuntarily. It has been almost two decades since the cops had to deal with me and they still tell me that they have heard I’m getting “the good stuff now.” I laugh it off, but if you think about it, I have just been insulted in a general way in front of the public.

I think most cops feel they are in a “no win” situation, surrounded by thousands upon thousands of people, any one of which can be a threat. A tough job for sure, but they have to know I am no threat and if I break the law, I’m ready to pay the penalty.

I guess if I really think about it, production is really not that important with me, I just don’t think that way. I just want to stay off the couch, turn off the TV, get outside, and be part of what we call life. After all, if I water just one tree every day, it is a tree that will have a better chance of surviving through the summer. It is the same on a higher level. If the city and the county have to write traffic tickets to fund the greater welfare of this city, I will run a red light at least once a month.

Thyroid problem a top cause of eyebrow loss DEAR DR. ROACH: I am an active 63-year-old female of normal weight. I exercise several times a week and am in seemingly good health. About a year ago I noticed that my eyebrows were disappearing, starting on the outer edges. They are now almost completely gone.

During my annual physical in November, my general physician found that I have thyroid nodules.

Three large ones were biopsied and proved negative. Blood work, including a TSH level, is normal. Both my GP and dermatologist feel certain that the nodules are not causing the eyebrow problem, because I don’t have any other symp-

toms of thyroid disease, but they don’t know what is causing the loss. — K.F. ANSWER: The loss of eyebrows, superciliary madarosis, has many possible causes, but low thyroid is the first one that most doctors think of. A TSH lev-

el is a reasonable screening test for thyroid disease, but if the suspicion is high, I check additional thyroid tests, such a thyroxine (T4), free T4 and T3. Occasionally TSH still can be in the very broad “normal” range for most people but be abnormal for that person.

Other causes of eyebrow loss include autoimmune disease, inflammatory skin conditions and infection.

Repeated plucking of the eyebrows can lead to permanent loss of the follicles.

Allergies to cosmetics also can cause eyebrow and eyelash loss. Have you changed your makeup recently? *** DEAR DR. ROACH: What is a hammer toe? Is surgery

always necessary? — R.H. ANSWER: A hammer toe is a deformity of the second, third or fourth toe, where it stays permanently bent. It may be caused by wearing shoes with too little toe room. Roomy shoes are always a good idea, and taping may be tried if the toe is still bendable.

Surgery is used in cases of pain that doesn’t respond to conservative treatments. Surgery should not be done just for cosmetic reasons. *** Readers may email questions to ToYourGoodHealth @med.cornell.edu. To order health pamphlets, visit www.rbmamall.com.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You could be caught in a torrent of advice from well-meaning friends and colleagues this week. But remember, Lamb, you are at your best when you are your own inimitable self.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Expect strong efforts to get you to accept things as they are and not question them. But ignore all that and continue your inquiries until you’re sure you have all the answers.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Heavier than usual family and workplace duties compete for your time this week. Try to strike a balance so that you’re not overwhelmed. Pressures ease by week’s end.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) It’s a good time for the Moon Child to show off your uniquely inspired approach to the culinary skills — especially if they’re directed toward impressing someone special.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) You might be happy about the re-emergence of a longdeferred deal. But don’t pounce on it quite yet.

Time can change things. Be sure the values you looked for before are still there.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Try to rein in your super-critical attitude, even if things aren’t being done quite as you would prefer. Remember: What you say now could create an awkward situation later on.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) Although you can expect on-the-job cooperation from most of your colleagues this week, some people might insist on knowing more about your plans before they can accept them.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Creating another way to do things is commendable. But you could find some resistance this week from folks who would rather stick with the tried-and-true than try something new.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) You usually can keep your aim focused on your goal. But you might need to make adjustments to cope with unsteadiness factors that could arise over the course of the week.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) News arrives about a projected move. Be prepared to deal with a series of possible shifts, including starting and finishing times, and how much the budget will actually cover.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) A new relationship needs time to develop. Let things flow naturally. It could be a different story with a workplace situation, which might require faster and more focused attention.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Accept a compliment without trying to troll for any hidden reason beyond what was said. After all, don’t you deserve to be praised every now and then? Of course you do.

BORN THIS WEEK: You like to weigh all possibilities before making a decision. You would be a fine judge, or even be a star in a jury room.

B-6 — Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014

Nuestras Noticias Winters aquí y allá

Festival de la Cosecha Acompáñenos a celebrar como comunidad una temporada más de generosidad en el Festival de la Cosecha en Winters, el viernes 24 de octubre de 5 a 8 pm.

En el centro de Winters, en la calle Main. a celebrar Venga nuestra agricultura local, compre productos cosechados en la región, compre artesanía local y consuma la deliciosa comida local así como los vinos que se ofrecen en establecimientos en Winters.

Agricultores, artesanos, vinaterías y restaurantes estarán participando en el Festival de la Cosecha, el evento es una celebración de la ciudad por todo lo que se produce en los alrededores, vegetales, fruta, vinos, artesanías.

En el evento se contara con la participación de algunos de los agricultores del área.

Winters FFA tendrá venta de calabazas justo para Halloween.

Visite la mesa próxima a la de FFA en donde le podrán pintar su calabaza, además le regalaran un cupón par que una calabaza pequeña la cual podrá pintar en el festival.

Artesanos locales estarán vendiendo velas hechas a mano, cerámicas, ropa de niños, tarjetas, y otros productos únicos que podrán ser un regalo especial para la temporada de navidad.

Vinaterías locales tendrán vino disponible para su venta en el puesto de la cerveza y el vino de la Cámara de Comercio. La calle Main estará cerrada ese día por el festival, se espera que los restaurantes locales ofrezcan comida a precio especial ese día.

Se llevar a cabo un concurso de disfraces para niños, el cual es patrocinado por PTA Winters, el concurso será a las 6:30 p.m. Se podrán registrar en la mesa de PTA Winters a las 6:15 p.m. para poder ser elegibles para los premios.

Se tendrá música en vivo, son el grupo West Nile Ramblers. Se tendrá un paseo para que vea los espantapájaros que diferentes negocios en el pueblo han puesto afuera de sus puertas, podrá votar por su favorito, y los ganadores serán anunciados a las 6:30 pm.

La Cámara de Comercio de Winters y la Fundación de la Salud de Winters patrocinan este festival en un esfuerzo por apoyar a los agricultores y artistas de Winters y lugares vecinos.

El festival es gratis y todos son bienvenidos, para más información puede llamar al director de la Cámara de comer-

cio de Winters Mike Sebastian al tel. 7952329 o ir al Centro de Visitantes de Winters en 11 Main St. La Biblioteca comunitaria de Winters cumple 5 años ¡Todos están invitados a l fiesta de cumpleaños! La Biblioteca Comunitaria de Winters cumplirá 5 años este mes, la celebración será el 5 de noviembre en la biblioteca por supuesto, tendremos una celebración temprano en la tarde, esta celebración será de 2 p.m. a 5 p.m. con las actividades que regularmente se tienen en esas horas. mesas Tendremos de manualidades y legos, historias bilingües y los juegos galore.

Tendremos visitantes especiales como el payaso Dilly Dally y algunos amigos peludos que les gusta escuchar leer a los niños, por supuesto en una fiesta de cumpleaños no pueden faltar las golosinas.

La celebración continuara de las 6:30 a las 8 pm, cuando los Amigos de la Biblioteca celebren su reunión anual y el aniversario de la Biblioteca.

El invitado de honor será el caricaturista del periódico Sacramento Bee, Jack Ohman.

El cual ha recibido algunos premios por su trabajo como el premio Scripps Howard y ha sido finalista del premio Pulitzer, los invitamos para que nos acompañen a la celebración que es gratis, prepárese para pasar un buen tiempo y disfrutar los platillos que nos prepararan los estudiantes de la clase de cocina de la High School.

Fruta local Nuestro pequeño pueblo de Winters es muy afortunado en tener un programa en donde se ofrece fruta y vegetales a los estudiantes.

Ellos tienen la oportunidad de continuar disfrutando el sabor y los beneficios de comer comida fresca que se cultiva en nuestra región, la comida se sirve diario en las escuelas locales.

Las escuelas de Winters están recibiendo fruta de la región, los duraznos vienen de Terra Firma Farm en Winters y Capey Organic en Capay Valley, y las manzanas vienen de Coco Ranch cerca de Davis, todos los días los estudiantes de Winters tienen fruta fresca local, como sandia, melón, fresas, o kiwis.

También se ofrecen vegetales y ensaladas, con el cambio de clima se ofrecerán naranjas, mandarinas, granadas y persimos.

El área de Winters es una región históri-

ca cuando hablamos de fruta, los estudiantes tienen fruta fresca para el almuerzo todos los días.

Además la directora del comedor dice que también es como educación de agricultura, porque conecta a los estudiantes con la abundancia de comida que se tiene en el área de Winters.

Hay un grupo que se formo para apoyar el consumo de la comida que se produce en los alrededores para que se siga ofreciendo en las escuelas de Winters.

Fundación para la educación en Winters La Fundación para la Educación en Winters comenzó su camagregue un paña dólar, este será el séptimo año que se lleva a cabo esta recaudación de fondos, durara todo el mes de octubre, es una manera muy practica tanto como para los comerciantes como para el público de ayudar a la Fundación en sus esfuerzos por apoyar nuestras escuelas públicas aquí en Winters. negocios Algunos recaudan el dinero en los recipientes de la Fundación, y algunos negocios como Pacific ACE Hardware y Town & Country Market, pueden añadir la donación a la venta total, de cualquier manera puede hacer su donación.

Los últimos seis años, Pacific ACE Hardware ha sido el negocio ganador de la Manzana Dorada por haber sido el negocio que más dinero ha recolectado, hay recipientes para la recolección del dinero en la mayoría de los negocios de Winters, es una manera de apoyar a los negocios locales y ayudar a la Fundación, la que a su vez está ayudando a la escuelas locales.

Para más información en cómo puede hacer una contribución más grande visite el sitio de internet de la Fundación o mande un cheque a WEF en P.O. BOX 1047, Winters, CA 95694.

Recicle y ayude a los estudiantes Se invita a la comunidad a participar en la recolección de aparatos electrónicos que usted ya no usa, los puede llevar al estacionamiento de la planta Mariani este sábado 25 de octubre de 9 a.m. a 3 p.m. La recaudación beneficiara a los estudiantes de High School, que celebraran su graduación.

Cuando llegue al estacionamiento los miembros del comité Sober Grad Nite Class le ayudaran a deshacerse de lo que usted va a tirar, este evento es para recaudar fondos, no necesita bajarse del carro, los estudiantes le ayudaran, el

evento está patrocinado por Freon Free.

Se aceptaran monitelevisiones, tores, computadoras, computadoras portátiles, equipos de sonido, bocinas, tableros, digitales, cámaras teléfonos, teléfonos celulares, impresoras, copiadoras y aparatos de fax.

Este año han expandido la lista a mas artículos que usted puede reciclar, también se aceptaran baterias de carros, lavadoras, secadoras, calentadores de agua, refrigeradores, hieleras, estufas, aire acondicionado, hornos de microondas, aspiradoras, motores eléctricos, equipo de audio, equipo de video, metales y tosa clase de alambres.

Para donar sus artículos vaya al lugar del evento o llame a John, (707) 635-3111 para que vayan a su casa por artículos que vaya a reciclar, los artículos que no se aceptaran son pinturas, pesticidas, aceite usado, artículos de limpieza, bulbos fosforescentes y llantas.

Comida y ropa gratis El ministerio de comida y ropa gratis estará abierto los sábados de 9 a.m. a 12 mediodías.

El ministerio es una cooperación entre la iglesia Presbiteriana y el Templo Jesucristo es la respuesta de Winters.

El pastor Bob dice que el apoyo al programa por parte de la comunidad ha sido muy bueno, un promedio de 30 familias por semana aprovechan la comida y la ropa gratis, el abrir los sábados es posible gracias a que se tiene personal extra.

Aquellos que quieran donar ropa usada y latas de comida no perecedera pueden llevarlo al estacionamiento de la iglesia en el 205 Russell St. Para su distribución.

Semana nacional de seguridad al manejar para los jóvenes La semana nacional de seguridad al manejar para los jóvenes se celebra del 15 al 24 de octubre y la Winters High School y sus estudiantes se han comprometido a mantener a los jóvenes seguros en la carretera.

Después de finalizar 12th el año pasado entre las escuelas pequeñas de Estados Unidos y Canadá y ganar $25000, la escuela y los estudiantes les piden a los jóvenes de más de 14 años que visiten el sitio www. c e l e b r a t e m y drive.com.

Cada escuela reúne promesas de seguridad al conducir y la escuela con más promesas ganara un concierto con The Band Perry y $100000.

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oportunidad para que los jóvenes tomen conciencia de manejar con seguridad, el mensaje es también para toda la comunidad.

Aprender a conducir puede verse como una experiencia emocionante y necesaria.

En algún momento de nuestra vida adolescente, tanto hombres como mujeres hemos soñado con conducirnos a todas partes en nuestros propios autos.

La autosuficiencia e independencia que provoca es enorme, sin embargo nunca dejará de ser también una enorme responsabilidad estar detrás de un volante y poner detrás de este volante a nuestros hijos.

Es un gran rito de transición para los adolescentes y sus padres. Es un período de posibilidades y logros excitantes y también es un período de gran riesgo.

Un joven al volante debe tomar en cuenta que se le está proporcionando un vehículo que puede serle muy útil pero que si se maneja inapropiadamente puede convertirse en un arma mortal.

Jóvenes, especialmente hombres, en edades entre los 15 y los 24 años tienen la tasa de mortalidad relacionada con la conducción de autos más alta, aun cuando las personas en este grupo de edad pueden ser listas, hábiles y tienen grandes reflejos.

Una colisión es la tragedia con más en probabilidades que un adolescente muera o quede lisiado.

Las distracciones al manejar son un problema para todo mundo, en particular para los adolescentes.

Usar teléfonos celulares para hablar, enviar mensajes de texto, correos electrónicos u otros usos de Internet es una causa comprobada que ha incrementado peligrosamente el índice de accidentes y se tiene que evitar de manera estricta.

Los autos tienen muchas características de seguridad importantes, como cinturones de seguridad, apoyacabezas, bolsas de aire, tableros acolchados, vidrios de seguridad, ejes retráctiles en la dirección, frenos antibloqueo y muchos otros mejoramientos.

Sin embargo, incluso con equipo de seguridad, la conducción imprudente aún sigue siendo un peligro.

Nominación de candidatos La Cámara de Comercio de Winters cada año en una celebración muy especial da reconocimientos a miembros de la comunidad que por su trabajo y dedicación a la misma se hayan distinguido durante el año.

Se necesitan personas nominadas para los siguientes reCiuconocimientos. dadano del año, aquel individuo que con su trabajo haya mejorado la vida de la comunidad de Winters.

Este servicio debe ser en forma de ayuda voluntaria, en varias actividades dentro de la comunidad y por un periodo extenso de tiempo.

El premio Theodore Winters, se otorgara a la persona que haya contribuido al mejoramiento de la comunidad en un periodo corto de tiempo y en por lo menos dos actividades.

Reconocimiento para la persona de la tercera edad, que haya hecho alguna contribución importante para los ciudadanos de la comunidad.

Premio al mejor negocio de la ciudad, para aquel negocio que sea un líder en la comunidad y participar con la comunidad de Winters.

Desechos Tóxicos Los residentes del Condado de Yolo pueden deshacerse en forma gratuita de desechos tóxicos que tengan en su casa.

Las personas mayores de 65 años pueden llamar para una cita para que vengan a su domicilio a recoger sus desechos tóxicos como: anticongelante, pinturas, pilas, aceite de motor, pesticida, solvente, luces fluorescentes, medicinas, productos de limpieza o cualquier otro producto toxico.

Estos desechos no los pueden poner en el bote de basura de la casa porque es basura toxica.

Todos los artículos que se recogen son llevados al Relleno Sanitario del Condado de Yolo.

Si usted no es mayor de 65 años y tiene desechos tóxicos en su casa, puede llevar estos artículos los viernes y sábados al basurero del Condado de Yolo, el cual se localiza en el 44090 County Rd 28 en Woodland, para más información puede hablar al tel. 866-7148470.

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Call for information on these or any other properties: 530.753.7603

New Listing Spotless 4/3 2400 sq ft. newer home in Winters on large lot with 3 car garage and RV parking. Priced to sell at 399,900. Call today for your appt to see this wonderful home.

PENDING

SOLD

New listing on Pleasants Valley Rd 2800+ sq. ft. 4 bedroom 2 1/2 bath with office, barn, shop, on 9.75 Ac $849,999.

CARRION

PROPERTIES

New listing 2600+ sq. ft 3 bedroom 2 bath, open floor plan, detached 3 car garage located on dead end street on 2.5 Ac Only 519,900.00 3/2 Corner Lot in Winters, only $324,900.

John M. Carrion Owner/Broker

Windermere Hulsey & Associates 490 Merchant St., Suite 101, Vacaville, CA 95688 Caloyd@earthlink.net Free home search on http://www.charlottelloyd.withwre.com https://www.facebook.com/CharlotteALloydRealtor I return my calls within the hour 916-849-8700 cell 530-795-2134 fax ~ DRE# 00862615

RECIPIENT OF THE YOLO COUNTY BOARD OF REALTORS 2012 & 2013 MASTERS CLUB AWARD

PENDING

Beautiful custom home at the tip top of the mountain. Over 4,500 square feet on 10 acres.

The views are amazing.

Offered at $1,050,000.

SOLD

SOLD$274,900

Member of both Yolo and Solano MLS!!!

Winters, California Local, Honest, and Affordable

Lic. 547685 - Bond 661703

JOSH NELSON Owner Office

795-3338

(530)

P.O. Box 833 Winters, CA 95694 Mobile

320-6819

(530)

This home has a very private location on a short street. The backyard backs up to the Winters Cemetery. There is one full bathroom and bedroom downstairs. Enjoy all the space and privacy this home allows. $389,900.

Property Management Services.

681-8939 ~ FOR

Electrical Construction

SOLD

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Move right in to this Woodland home that has all new flooring and new paint inside. No need spending your weekends with that honey do list. Four nice sized bedrooms provide room for everyone. Relax in the spacious living room or out on the patio. Large corner lot makes for lots of privacy. $259,900.

SOLD

AGRICULTURE INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL RESIDENTIAL

Youʼll fall in love the moment you walk in this house. There is a lovely built-in bookcase in the living room, kitchen was recently remodeled, and then enjoy your morning coffee on the back deck or that relaxing cocktail in the evening. Just a short walk to downtown and Putah Creek. $359,000.

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This home was totally redone two years ago with all new paint inside and out, new flooring, patio and patio cover, new vanities and counters throughout. Come see this adorable home near the core area of Winters. $295,000.

681-8939

kastironplumbing@gmail.com

SOLD

This is a rare opportunity to won one of the large older homes in the core area of Winters. This home has been in the family for over 60 years and three generations have lived here. Sit on the old front porch and watch the world go by. $350,000.

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Owner/Operator 530-554-5437

Nice, large home on a huge cul-de-sac lot. Oversized Tuff shed is in the backyard and there is plenty of room for an RV plus a boat and other toys. Kitchen and bathroom have been remodeled. Great home with lots of room. $315,000.

FOR SALE

Clinton Kast

Sandy Vickrey 530-681-8939

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Call me about VA & HUD foreclosures

SOLD

willnylander@hughes.net

Sandy's Corner on the Market!

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Bus: (530) 795-3834 Home: 795-3170 127 Carrion Court, Winters

FOR SALE ~ 681-8939 ~ SOLD ~ 681-8939

681-8939

80 acres of income producing walnuts.

Custom home! Call for details

Winters, CA 530.795.9031

• On Nov. 6, 1789, Pope Pius VI appoints John Carroll bishop of Baltimore, making him the first Catholic bishop in the United States. He oversaw the creation of leading Catholic institutions, including the nation's first Catholic university, Georgetown University, founded in 1789.

• On Nov. 7, 1885, at a remote spot called Craigellachie in the mountains of British Columbia, the last spike is driven into Canada's first transcontinental railway. Despite the logistical difficulties posed, the almost 3,000-mile-long railway was completed six years ahead of schedule.

• On Nov. 9, 1946, the Notre Dame Fighting Irish and the Army Cadets play to a historic 0-0 tie at Yankee Stadium in New York. Notre Dame-Army was college football's biggest rivalry. Football tickets typically cost $1 to $5, but many fans had paid scalpers as much as $250, equal to $3,200 in today's dollars.

• On Nov. 4, 1956, a spontaneous national uprising that began 12 days before in Hungary is viciously crushed by Soviet tanks and troops. Thousands were killed and wounded, and nearly a quarter-million Hungarians fled the country. The Soviet action stunned many in the West, as Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev had pledged a retreat from the Stalinist repression of the past.

• On Nov. 3, 1964, residents of the District of Columbia cast their ballots in a presidential election for the first time. The passage of the 23rd Amendment in 1961 gave citizens of the nation's capital the right to vote for a president and vice president.

• On Nov. 8, 1974, Salt Lake City resident Carol DaRonch narrowly escapes being abducted by serial killer Ted Bundy. When Bundy was finally captured in 1978 in Florida, he confessed to the murders of 28 women, and was executed in 1989.

• On Nov. 5, 1994, George Foreman, age 45, becomes boxing's oldest heavyweight champion when he KOs undefeated 26-year-old Michael Moorer in the 10th round of their WBA fight. Foreman dedicated his upset win to "all my buddies in the nursing home."

SOLD

6.97 acres of prunes. Just outside of Winters Offered at $230,000

2 small older houses on one corner lot. Both are 2 bedrooms, 1 bath homes in the core of Winters. They will need some work!

Property to convey as-is. Call for details. $269,000.

PENDING

157+ Ac The possibilities are endless!! Build your own private estate with amazing views. Unbelievable beautiful piece of property tucked away in the rolling hills of Winters where deer, doves and turkey run wild.

Secluded and private. Easy access to freeway for commute to Bay Area or Sacrameto.

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Will Nylander Owner, Master Cabinet Maker

Dave Mills

Broker Associate

Graduate Realtor Institute (GRI)

~ New Listing: 4/2.5, 3 car garage in Winters

In Suisun, 4 /2,

1107 Hemenway 3 x 2 SOLD $253,000

Charlotte Lloyd, Realtor,

For Lease. Approx. 19,000 sf of divisible bldg. space. Yard space & parking included.

MLS

437 Russell St. Building lot SOLD $59,000

Lic # 01070552

70+ ACRES W/ 4 BEDROOM 2.5 BATH HOME, $580,000.

MULTIPLE LISTING SERVICE

Stop by and see this Beauty!

1640 sq. ft. 3 bedroom, 2 bath, 11,000 sq. ft. lot. Mohagany flooring with carpet & tile. Move in ready. Ideal buyer is one with a green thumb! Only $357,000.

530-681-2937

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SOLD

OPEN HOUSE

If you want to buy a home or sell your home, give me a call

413 Dry Creek LD • $311,500 SOLane

80 Acres of farmland, North of Winters. Awesome views of the mountains. District water by gravity flow, when available. Call for details, and explore the possibilities. Offered at $1,056,000

Fine cabinetry and mill work

MOMENTS IN TIME The History Channel

LD O S $280,000 NG I D N $369,900 PE

2 bedroom, 2 bath, 1188 sq ft, charming, remodeled bungalow in the heart of Winters. New paint inside & out, large lot, this one won’t last.

www.wintersproperties.com

FOR SALE

Isn't making a smoking section in a restaurant like making a peeing section in a swimming pool?

SOLD

Secluded country home with exceptional views, on 41 acres. A lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath home, 2 barns, with stalls and riding arena. $750,000.

Tim Ireland, CEO, Broker 26 Main Street * Winters, CA Ph. 795-4531 * FAX 795-4534 NOTARY PUBLIC

Real Estate

7 Anderson St. 3 x 2 PENDING $329,000

Street • $425,000 719 MainS OLD

Historic 2 story duplex located in the downtown core of Winters. Great location, being sold AS-IS. Now offered at $239,000.

Why is a person who plays the piano called a pianist but a person who drives a race car is not called a racist?

If 4 out of 5 people SUFFER from diarrhea does that mean that one enjoys it?

Country Craftsman cottage on 5 scenic acres West of Winters. Charming get away living. $450,000.

Real Estate

18 Buckeye, Woodland 3 x 1SOLD $197,000

Street • $359,000 733 MainS OLD

681-8939 ~ FOR

795-4551

Chihuahua Puppies.

8 wks. old F. $200. ea. M. $100 ea.

Have 1st shots.

2 M. Toy Poodles. 6 mo. $300 ea. Have 1st shots.

(530)554-0229 37-2tp ____________________ Mini Dachshund puppies. 1 M., 2 F. Male is brown, Females are blonde, $250 ea.

Please leave message.

(707)344-5266 38-4tp ____________________

*REWARD*

Calif. Lic. 0F34259

436 Edwards Street D • $259,900 SOL, Duplex

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Pets

Competitively Priced Insurance Auto - Home - Business - Life Health

Cindy's Kiddos Family childcare Safe, fun, reliable Daycare.

School drop off and pickups Full and partime available.

Licensed and CPR 530-794-6089 38-4tp ____________________

SOLD

Minimum cash ad $5.00

Adult orange and white neutered male tabby, short fur and stripes.

Notch on left ear. White around nose, bib, tummy Firewood and paws. Micro chipped.

Firewood, 3 year pre- Last seen at Carrion Cirmium seasoned fire- cle home 8/6. He may be wood. eating cat food from your $125 1/2 cord U-pick-up porch or yard or hiding $165 1/2 cord delivered near your house or shed.

VERY skittish! If seen, call 530 554-5914 35-tfn Sharon or take a pic and text: (530)795-3706. __________________

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3 bedroom, 2 bath, 2 car OLD 209 MapleSStreet • $315,000

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Room for rent in a two 12,000sq. ft. commercial bedroom apartment, $500 building in the corner of per month, plus split First and Main Street for PG&E and Cable/Inter- sale. (#41, #43, #47) net? Call Kevin (760) 835- Call John Pickerel at (530) 304-7634.

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Call 1-888-214-1356 MilanInstitute.edu 934 Missouri Street Fairfield, CA 94533

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Don't want to flush! LOL 795-4395 37-1tf ____________________

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3 bedroom, 2 bath, lots of storage, in Winters. $1,400 per month, plus deposit. Includes gargage, sewer and water.

Near schools. 916 9522557 or 530 220-2010.

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Military Education Benefits Accepted.

No Registration Fee.

Custom homes, major remodels, storage, garages, and repairs.

20 years Experience.

Full Satisfaction Guaranteed ____________________ (530) 219-4067 STYERS CONSTRUCTION HOME REPAIR AND REMODELING ~Bathroom Remodels ~Doors ~Windows ~Siding Repairs ~Dryrot Pest Reports ~Drywall and Texturing ~Decks ~Patio Covers ~Fences and Much More.

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'99 Toyota Rav 4 AWD All pwr., moonroof, 152k mi. $4,900 obo. MUST SEE! DLR#42203.

(707)280-6816 quinterosautosales.com 37-4tp ____________________ '00 Subaru OutBack Ltd. Leather, A/T, dual mnrf new oils/belts, etc. 159K mi. $4900. DLR#42203.

(707)280-6816 quinterosautosales.com 37-4tp ____________________ 1963 Willys Jeep 4x4. Restored, all original parts, Super Hurricane 226 engine, $6000 FIRM. (707)448-0988 36-4tp ____________________

Rentals

SOLD

Train for a New Career in Beauty

Call 795-4997 or cell 916 952-2557

'05 Honda VTX 1800 N Series.

Black with solid chrome, less then 3600 miles.

Custom pipes, & seat.

Garage kept! Asking $6500 obo. If interested call or text (707) 816-0838 MUST SELL! Unable to ride due to recent spinal surgery.

38-4tp ____________________ '04 Ford Explorer XLT. A/T, all ,pwr.,4.0L, V6, 90day warranty on pwr. trans., low 76K mi. 3rd seat. DLR#42203.

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Yard Sale Sat., Oct. 25 8 - noon Misc. household items 102 Orchard Lane ____________________ CALLING ALL CRAFTERS & VENDORS $35-$40/space for Craft Fair, Nov. 15th at Unity of the Valley, 350 N. Orchard Ave., Vacaville, HURRY limited space! 707-4470521, 628-3022 ____________________

Services/Contr.

FOR SALE

Yard Sale

7 East Main Street, Suite C, Winters, CA 95694 795-4000 (voice mail) ~ SOLD - FOR SALE ~ 681-8939 ~ SOLD ~

B-8 — Winters (CA) Express, Thursday, October 23, 2014 Help Wanted

Round Table Pizza is now hiring for all positions, delivery drivers, day time and night time. Please come in and fill out an application at 196 E. Grant Ave., Winters 37-2tc ____________________ Driver GOLD STAR FOODS Class A and B Drivers for local and overnight stay positions in N. CA area.

We offer great benefits.

Submit resume w/current DMV printout to hr@ goldstarfoods.com www. goldstarfoods.com 37-2tp ____________________

"Davis Joint Unified School District is looking for qualified, credentialed substitute teachers. We have a daily need for substitutes for all grade levels, K-12. As of October 20th 2014 we have new higher pay rates for substitute teachers, for more information please visit our website at http://www.djusd.net Please apply at http://www.edjoin.org" 38-4tp ____________________ "Paratransit Vehicle Driver. Class B License with a Passenger Endorsement/DMV driving record required. Drive 14 passenger lift equipped bus. Safely transport customers and assist customers on and off the bus.

Approximately 12-20 hours per week; hours may vary. $12.03$14.07/hr; bonus pay on holidays. Apply at http://www.cityofdavis.org.

____________________ Ranch Manager Yolo County

Responsibilities include but not limited to: Plant Nutrition, Irrigation Scheduling /Monitoring, Coordinating with Pest Control Advisor (PCA), Pest Management, Coordinating harvest, Manager of personnel. Crops would include: Almonds, Pistachios, and Grape Vines.

Computer literate. Degree in Plant Science Preferable. $65k $105k DOE.

Benefits include health insr, vac, Company vehicle & 401k. Please send resume or completed application to 923 E. Pacheco Blvd. Suite C, Los Banos, CA 93635, Attn: P/R, or fax resume to (209)826-2315.

38-5tp ____________________ Now Hiring Winery Jobs (Napa)! Bottling Line Wine Club Shipping & Receiving $10.00-$10.50 Hour Day & Swing shifts Bilingual Spanish encouraged to apply. Sci-Tek Staffing (707)255-2747 37-4tp ____________________ Administrative Asst.

F/T, Mon.-Fri, occasional Sat.. Exp'd. in multi-phone lines & MicroSoft/ Excel.

Self Motivated must be able to multi task in a fast paced environment. Apply in person: M-F, 9am-4pm @Clark Pest Control 811 Eubanks Dr. Vacaville or online at www.clarkpest.com 36-4tp ____________________ Napa & Solano Counties $9-$15/hr.

General Laborers Forklift Operators Production Workers Clerical IMMEDIATE OPENINGS Call 707.226.3712 Apply at www.select.com EOE 35-5tp ____________________

Help Wanted

North Pacific Plumbing, Inc. is seeking a qualified plumbing technician for servicing of plumbing systems for residential and commercial repairs and/or remodels. Minimum 4 years experience, valid California driverʼs license, must have own vehicle and tools. Salary commensurate with experience.

Background check, drug testing and DMV check required.

Send resume to: brent@northpacificplumbing.com. Application deadline 11/12/14.

37-3tc ____________________ Hiring 2 people Now Weekends Off $10.00 plus commission at Canyon Creek Resort Part Time/Full Time Openings Fun environment (877) 926-3800 43-tfn ____________________ Bartender The Road Trip Bar & Grill located in beautiful Capay, California, (between Esparto & Cache Creek Casino) is looking for a Bartender with a minimum of 1 ½ to 3 years experience as a full service Bartender.

Must follow correct food handling procedures, and provide excellent service.

Experience with automated POS Systems a plus. Must be ServSafe certified or obtain certification within one (1) week if hired per California State Law. We offer a competitive salary plus tips. The Road Trip Bar & Grill is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, go to www.roadtripbg.com or email your resume as a Word 97-2003 attachment, along with references to sderose@roadtripbg.com.

2-tfn ____________________ Server The Road Trip Bar & Grill located in beautiful Capay, California, (between Esparto & Cache Creek Casino) is looking for a Server with a minimum of 1 ½ to 3 years experience as a Server. Must follow correct food handling procedures and provide excellent service. Experience with automated POS Systems a plus. Must be ServSafe certified or obtain certification within one week, if hired as per California State Law. We offer a competitive salary plus tips. The Road Trip Bar & Grill is an equal opportunity employer. To apply, go to www.roadtripbg.com to download an application or e-mail your resume as a Word 97-2003 document, along with references to sderose@roadtripbg.com.

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Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 12, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Kimberli Quam, Deputy FBN Number 2014-784 Old FBN# 2009-954 Fictitious Business Name Westlake Market 1260 Lake Blvd. #101, Davis, CA 95616 Business Mailing Address 101 Parkshore Dr. #100, Folsom, CA 95630 Name of Registrant: 1260 Lake Blvd, Inc. 1260 Lake Blvd. #101, Davis, CA 95616 Business Classification: Corporation Starting Date of Business: 8/20/2009 s/Dennis Delano Corporation Name: 1260 Lake Blvd, Inc. Official Title: President I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Kimberli Quam, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014

Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 23, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Kimberli Quam, Deputy FBN Number 2014-815 Old FBN# 2009-989 Fictitious Business Name Winters Cheese Company 304 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694 Name of Registrant: Turkovich Family Wines LLC 304 Railroad Ave., Winters, CA 95694 Business Classification: Limited Liability Company Starting Date of Business: 1/1/2009 s/Joan Turkovich LLC Name: Turkovich Family Wines LLC Official Title: Member I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Kimberli Quam, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014

Statement of Abandonment of Use of Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 8, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Kimberli Quam, Deputy FBN Number 2012-994

The following person(s) have withdrawn as a general partner(s) from the partnership operating under the fictitious business name: Name of Business Minibit Technologies located at: 18400 Mandarin Street, Woodland, CA 95695 The Full Name & Address of the person withdrawing as a partner include: Donald Pinkney 4849 El Cemonte Ave., Apt. 139, Davis, CA 95618 s/Donald Pinckney The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Yolo County on December 21, 2012.

I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Kimberli Quam, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014

Y C.N.A., Intermittent & PT Positions Y Server, PT Positions Y Security Guard, Intermittent Position Y Marketing Assistant, Temporary FT Position Y Dishwasher, FT & PT Positions Y Director of Nursing Srvs., FT Position Y Health Care Administrator, FT Position Y Maintenance Helper, Temporary FT Position Paradise Valley Estates offers a great benefit package for full-time employees, competitive wages, premier facility, professional staff and a beautiful location in Fairfield!

Paradise Valley Estates is a drug-free workplace.

Pre-employment screening is required.

To apply - Visit our website at www.pvestates.com or Fax resume to 707-205-2020 Applications are available at Paradise Valley Estates, 2600 Estates Dr. Fairfield, CA 94533

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Aug 15 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Liz Mahovlich, Deputy FBN Number 2014-704 Fictitious Business Name Motown Barbershop 407 G Street, Davis, CA 95616 Name of Registrant: Modesto Guerrero 27 Sutter St., Woodland, CA 95695 Teresa Guerrero 27 Sutter St., Woodland, CA 95695 Business Classification: A Married Couple Starting Date of Business: August 15, 2014 s/Modesto Guerro I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Lupe Ramirez, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 2014

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 30, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Eleigh Schaubmayer, Deputy FBN Number 2014-839 Fictitious Business Name Sparks Ranch 25925 CR 34, Winters, CA 95694 Name of Registrant: Karina De A. Sparks 25925 CR 34, Winters, CA 95694 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: N/A. s/Karina De A. Sparks I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Eleigh Schaubmayer, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014

Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 12, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Kimberli Quam, Deputy FBN Number 2014-786 Old FBN# 2009Fictitious Business Name Cache Creek Ranch Partnershop FNB 000003700 2009-000104300 Name of Registrant: Denise Morse 2436 Rivendell Ln., Davis, CA 95616 Michele Pascoe 3011 Argonaut, Rocklin, CA 95677 Tamera Stanton 2436 Rivendell Ln., Davis, CA 95616 Matthew Stanton 2436 Rivendell Ln., Davis, CA 95616 Rebecca Paustell 2436 Rivendell Ln., Davis, CA 95616 Business Classification: General Partnershop Starting Date of Business: 12/1999 s/Denise Morse I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Kimberli Quam, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 16, 23, 30, Nov. 6, 2014

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Storage Lien Sale

Storage Lien Sale There will be a lien sale at Winters Self Storage (W.S.S.), 807 Railroad Ave, Winters, CA 95694 on NOVEMBER 05, 2014 at 11:00 a.m. This sale is authorized by Chapter 10, commencing with Sect.

21700 of the Calif. Business and Professions Code. All items are sold on an "as is" basis without warranty or guarantee for Cash Only. We reserve the right to reject any or all offers.

Purchased items must be removed from W.S.S. immediately following the sale. The following is a general description of items to be sold: large EPSON Printer commercial, printers, movie projector, computer hardware, kitchen ware, grill, architect desk, coffee table, work bench, book shelfʼs, boxes with, miscellaneous items, commercial paper cutter, rolls of paper for commercial printer, lamps, stroller, belonging to Unit A6 Linda Childress.

Auctioneer. Bond # 0342850 Published Oct. 23, 30, 2014

Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER Sept. 5, 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Josephine Acevedo, Deputy FBN Number 2014-769 Old FBN # 2012-994 Fictitious Business Name Minibit Technologies 18400 Mardarin Street, Woodland, CA 95695 Name of Registrant: Usama Riaz 18400 Mardarin Street, Woodland, CA 95695 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: N/A. s/Usama Riaz I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Josephine Acevedo, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 2, 9, 16, 23, 2014

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Storage Lien Sale

PUBLIC LIEN SALE Pursuant to the California Self Service Storage Facility Act. (B&P Code 21700 et, Seq), the undersigned will sell at public auction, on November 4, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at Beamer St Storage, 1572 E Beamer St & 8 Harter Dr, Woodland, CA 95776, 530-662-4441. Personal property including but not limited to furniture, clothing, electronics, sealed boxes, bags, computers, appliances, machinery, tools, and other household items.

Stored by the following persons: 283-LAWRENCE 148-WELLS 39-CONTRERAS 6-GARCIA 200-OROZCO 92-IBARRA 88-OWEN 226-WESTBROOK 408-PADILLA A-5-GINYARD 287-PARTIDA A-6-FIGEROA 41-AXTON 138-FIGEROA 332-FLOREZ 39-ENRIQUEZ 209-JIMENEZ 114-CAMPAIGNE 353-VASQUEZ 42-HERNANDEZ 24-WRIGHT 33-CITTADINI All Sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms cash, and all items must be removed 24 hours from the day of sale. The Auction will be conducted by Auctioneer Forrest OʼBrien, CA Bond #00104533207, Guy Denos - Auctioneer, CA Bond #0418888, 925-676-8679.

Published Oct. 23, 30, 2014

Fictitious Business Name

FILED YOLO COUNTY CLERK/RECORDER August 29 2014 FREDDIE OAKLEY, CLERK Lupe Ramirez, Deputy FBN Number 2014-750 Fictitious Business Name ACES 839 W. Lincoln Ave #508, Woodland, CA 95695 Name of Registrant: Ruth Martinez 839 W. Lincoln Ave #508, Woodland, CA 95695 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 8/29/14. s/Ruth Martinez I hereby certify that this is a true copy of the original document on file in this office. This certification is true as long as there are no alterations to the document, AND as long as the document is sealed with a red seal.

State of California, County of Yolo FREDDIE OAKLEY County Clerk/Recorder Lupe Ramirez, Deputy Clerk Published Oct. 9, 16, 23, 30, 2014

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(530) 330-2260 CA Lic # 896004

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530 795-4551

Rates start as low as $5.00 per week

Custom homes, major remodels, storage, garages, and repairs.

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Gravel Driveway Treatments G

For All Your Building Needs

Grading

Ernie’s

Excavating & Grading Repair Gravel Roads, Erosion Repair 44 Years Experience in Yolo - Solano area 530 795-2146 Licensed & bonded

Home Improvement John Vanderpool (530) 723-3930

Master of All Trades, Jack of None

The Home Improvement Specialist

Plumbing Kitchen Remodels: G

counter tops, tile, formica, marble, granite

Bath Remodels:

toilets, sinks, faucets, tubs, water heaters

Flooring:

tile, linoleum, water damage repair

Painting:

interior, exterior, sheetrock

Carpentry:

G

unlimited From new construction to complete remodels G Senior Discounts State Lic#840327

LANDSCAPING

Cardonaʼs Garden

New lawns, sprinkler installation, tree trimming, clean-ups, hauling, & regular lawn maintenance,

Call, 795-4406 TOM WHEAT

CUSTOM DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL

Serving the Winters area since 1984

(530) 758-2773 LIC # 455459

Painting

Mike Long Painting Free Estimates

Residential & Commercial

707-301-1399 FAX (707) 469-0134 St. Lic. #894990

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530 795-4551

Rates start as low as $5.00 per week