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Volume 141, Number 01 — Locally-owned since 1884

Farmstead project requires General Plan zoning update

By Amelia Biscardi Express staff writer East of Lorenzo’s Market is where the Farmstead Subdivision is slated to break ground.

Farmstead is a piece of property that Wood Rodgers land development hopes to transform into residential houses with a portion set aside for commercial purposes.

On Jan. 23, the city of Winters Planning Commission met to have a study session on the subdivision. No maps were produced and because of the definition of the study session, nothing was voted on or approved.

Representing Wood Rodgers, Tim Denham explained that at this time, the plan for the subdivision is that 33.7 acres are set aside for residential development, 14.7 for

commercial development and 13.5 just for open spaces.

Denham noted that they had heard the community feedback on adding diversity of housing options and — when building — will offer multifamily houses, single resident homes and townhouses.

However, one of the issues this project will have to address is that the city’s General Plan has set zoning areas. The General Plan would need to be adjusted in order for the project to continue with the current plans.

David Storer, a contract planner for the city explained that the General Plan was created in 1922 and hasn’t had any major updates or adjustments since then.

Winters, Yolo County, California, Wednesday, February 7, 2024

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FFA places fourth at State Finals

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Winters High School FFA members traveled to Fresno to compete at the State Finals. The Water Issues Team placed fourth in the State out of 28 teams and Allison Aguiar placed second Individual in State out of more than 118 competitors. This year’s team included front (from left): Rylie Hurst, Bianca Dyer-Gonzales, Allison Aguiar, Emily Dodic; back: Jackson Bronson, Melissa Mora, Celeste Reyes and Selina Covarrubias.

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Youth Day accepting parade entries Express staff

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The Youth Day Committee is officially accepting parade entries and vendor applications to participate in the Park food and activities area.

The 2024 Youth Day theme for parade entries and the celebration is “Youth: The Musical” and was submitted by Cindy Jordling. The Youth Day Committee selected art by Nathan Apodaca for the 2024 Youth Day logo.

The Youth Day board decided to honor the memory and dedication of

Mike Sebastian, who had devoted 46 years to ensuring Youth Day was celebrated.

More information will be shared as details are finalized so community members can help to contribute. The Express and the Youth Day board will collaborate on collecting memories and photos of Sebastian.

Parade entry The 86th Youth Day Parade will again march down Main Street through downtown Winters on Saturday, April 27. Cash prizes, trophies and ribbons will be awarded to the winners in a number of parade categories. There is no entry fee to register for the parade, and everyone is

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A Ficus Way resident photographed flooding in her neighborhood. Water levels began creeping up driveways.

Heavy rains, strong winds hit area

By Crystal Apilado Editor-in-Chief Strong wind gusts and heavy rainfall from the weekend storms made their way across the area, resulting in flooded roadways, toppled fencing, broken branches, and more.

Fire Chief Jack S. Snyder III confirmed that Winters Fire Department responded to calls alongside crews from Willow Oak, West Plainfield, Esparto and Madison Fire Departments for multiple county road water rescue incidents throughout Sunday and early Monday morning.

“Crews had to help

Index Features ........................ B-1

We at he r Date

Rain

High

Jan. 31

.00

70˚

53˚

Feb. 01

1.83”

61˚

46˚

Feb. 02

0.01”

62˚

43˚

Feb. 03

0.15”

59˚

38˚

Eventos hispanos ....... A-2

Feb. 04

2.30

52˚

41˚

Feb. 05

2.28”

59˚

31˚

Opinion ......................... B-3

Feb. 06

0.03”

61˚

45˚

Real Estate ................... B-2

Rain for week: 6.60 in.

Season’s total: 16.98 in.

Last sn. to date: 23.45 in.

Classifieds ................... B-4 Community .................. A-2

Sports ........................... B-5

Low

Winters rainfall season began 7/1/23.

Weather readings are taken at 9 a.m. daily by local weatherman Joe Bristow.

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A Winters resident on County Road 89 was unable to leave home on Sunday due to flooded roads conditions. Four water rescue incidents were reported on PulsePoint. the occupants out of some of the vehicles and assist them to dry land,” Snyder said.

Snyder said there were no reported injuries from any of the water rescue incidents.

With more rain in the forecast, Snyder advised motorists to avoid flooded roadways and not to attempt to drive through them.

“In short, if a road appears to be flooded, do not try and drive through it. Regardless of how deep it is, there is still a current that will push a vehicle off the roadway even if it isn’t a very deep spot

of water.,” Snyder said.

Winters residents took to social media posting photos from around the city including flooding in neighborhoods, videos of driving through flooded country roads, and that the lower soccer field at Shirley Roinger Intermediate School has filled with water.

The Express reached out to city officials requesting details on why certain neighborhoods had flooded and if there were plans of action to prevent it during future storms. The city had not replied by the

print deadline.

Rain totals

Ken Emigh of the Solano Irrigation District reported on Tuesday morning that water levels at Lake Berryessa had risen by 4.19 feet with an increase in water storage of 74,345 acrefeet of water.

Local weatherman Joe Bristow reported that Winters received 6.60 inches of rain from Thursday, Feb. 1 through 9 a.m. on Tuesday.

Water levels are still well below the Glory Hole. Bristow said

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WTF holds auditions for 10 Minute Play Festival, ‘12 Angry Jurors’ Special to the Express The Winters Theatre Company is seeking actors for two upcoming productions.

Auditions for both productions will consist of cold readings from the script. All auditions and performances will be held at the Historic Winters Opera House in downtown Winters, 13 Main St.

10-Minute plays Auditions will be held for WTC’s 10-Minute Play Festival on Feb. 7 and Feb. 13 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Winters Opera House.

WTC is seeking actors, male and female, who are 19 years and older for a wide variety of roles.

The 10-Minute Play

Festival will be performed on the weekends of March 15 to 16 and March 22 to 23 at the Winters Opera House.

The production features eight short plays by eight unique writers. Experience the unique cast of characters, emotions, and stories that will be on stage at WTC’s 3rd annual 10-Minute Play Festival.

12 Angry Jurors Auditions will be held for WTC’s production of “12 Angry Jurors” on March 19 and 20 from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Winters Opera

House. The performances are scheduled for May 10 to 19 on Friday and Saturday at 7p.m. and on Sunday at 2 p.m.

Based on the 1954 teleplay “12 Angry Men,” the story follows the deliberation of 12 jurors as they bring their prejudices, biases and doubt into the jury room to decide the guilt, or innocence, of a young man accused of killing his father.

For more information about either production, visit winterstheatrecompany. org or call 530-7954014.

Lake Berryessa water levels up Express staff The water level of Lake Berryessa went up during the past week by 4.19 feet, with an increase in the storage of 74,345 acre-feet of water, according to Ken Emigh of the Solano Irrigation District. On the morning of Tuesday, Feb. 6, the lake

level was 429.83 feet above sea level, with storage computed at 1,364,705 acre-feet of water.

Evaporation on the lake averaged 30 acre-feet of water per day. The SID is diverting 65 cubic feet per second of water in the Putah South Canal, with 31 cubic feet per second flowing at the Diversion Dam.

Grower registration open for free series on carbon farm planning Special to the Express The Yolo Carbon Farm Partnership is hosting a two-part Carbon Farming workshop series to showcase on-farm strategies to improve soil health and increase the amount of carbon stored in plants and soil. The Yolo Carbon Farm Partnership is a collaborative between the Carbon Cycle Institute, the Center for Land-Based Learning, the Yolo Land Trust, and Yolo County Resource Conservation District.

The two-part series kicks off with an online webinar on Feb. 22, from 10 to 11:30 a.m. The introductory webinar will feature an overview of carbon farm planning including introducing the typical components and associated tools.

Funding sources for implementing carbon-beneficial practices will be highlighted, and partners will be able to discuss the logistics of working on these plans and implementation.

The webinar is followed by an in-person field day on March 7, at the Center for Land-Based Learn-

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ing’s The Maples Farm in Woodland.

The in-person field day will dig deeper into the planning and practice of carbon farming featuring practices implemented at the Maples Farm. Many carbon farm practices are practices that farmers are already doing like cover cropping, adding compost, and planting hedgerows.

For decades, Yolo County has been a leader in agricultural land conservation.

Carbon farming is the use of specific onfarm practices that take carbon emissions from the air and store it in soils and plant material. Adding carbon to soils helps improve soil health and a soil’s capacity to hold water while reducing carbon emissions in agriculture.

Continuing Education Credits are available for the online introductory webinar: 1.5 hours of CCA Sustainability CEUs and 0.5 hours of CDFA INMP CEUs. CEUs are pending for the in-person field day.

This series is funded by a grant from the

COUNTERTOPS

Carbon farming is the use of specific on-farm practices that take carbon emissions from the air and store it in soils and plant material.

Adding carbon to soils helps improve soil health and a soil’s capacity to hold water while reducing carbon emissions in agriculture.

Yolo County Office of Sustainability.

To register for the webinar, visit bit.ly/ carbonfarmwebinar.

For questions, contact Conor Higgins, Yolo County RCD Project Manager, at higgins@yolorcd.org or call 530-661-1688 ext. 4.

Eventos hispanos Líderes comunitarios alarmados por el aumento de la tasa de suicidios en hispanos Por Andy Miller y Molly Castle Work KFF Health News Si tú mismo o alguien que conoces está sufriendo una crisis de salud mental, contacta a la Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis del 988, llamando o texteando “988."

DALTON, Georgia — Un grupo, desde adolescentes hasta adultos mayores, se reunió en una oficina dentro de un supermercado, donde letreros de alimentos en español apelan a la gran población hispana en esta ciudad del noroeste de Georgia, dominada por la industria de las alfombras.

La conversación, moderada por la líder comunitaria América Gruner, se centró en la salud mental y el suicidio. A las reuniones de los martes por la noche llegan una docena de personas que, sentadas sobre muebles transformados en improvisadas sillas, comparten sus emotivas historias.

Gruner formó el grupo de apoyo en 2019 después que tres latinos de entre 17 y 22 años se quitaran la vida en esta ciudad, en un período de dos semanas.

“No podíamos esperar a la investigación,” dijo Gruner, fundadora y presidenta de la Coalición de Líderes Latinos. “Queríamos hacer algo al respecto.”

La tasa de suicidio entre las personas hispanas en Estados Unidos ha aumentado significativamente en la última década. La tendencia preocupa a líderes de la comunidad: incluso niños hispanos en edad escolar han intentado hacerse daño o expresado pensamientos suicidas.

Líderes comunitarios e investigadores de salud mental dicen que la pandemia golpeó especialmente fuerte a los jóvenes hispanos. A menudo se espera que los niños inmigrantes asuman más responsabilidades cuando sus padres no hablan inglés, incluso cuando ellos mismos no manejan bien el idioma.

Muchos viven en hogares más pobres con algunos o todos los miembros de la familia sin papeles. Las barreras culturales y de idioma pueden evitar que busquen atención, en un sistema de salud mental cuyo acceso a los servicios ya de por

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sí es complejo.

“Poder hablar sobre cosas dolorosas en un idioma con el que te sientes cómodo es un tipo de sanación muy específica," dijo Alejandra Vargas, coordinadora bilingüe del programa en español del Suicide Prevention Center de Didi Hirsch Mental Health Services en Los Ángeles.

“Cuando atendemos llamadas en español, se puede sentir ese alivio al otro lado de la línea," dijo. “Como un: ‘Sí, me van a entender.’”

Los datos provisionales de los Centros para el Control y Prevención de Enfermedades (CDC) para 2022 muestran un récord de casi 50,000 muertes por suicidio para todos los grupos raciales y étnicos.

Pero sombrías estadísticas de KFF muestran que el aumento en la tasa de muertes por suicidio ha sido más pronunciado entre las comunidades de color: de 2011 a 2021, la tasa de suicidio entre los hispanos aumentó de 5.7 por cada 100,000 personas a 7.9 por cada 100,000, según los datos.

Para niños hispanos de 12 años y menos, la tasa aumentó un 92.3% de 2010 a 2019, según un estudio publicado en el Journal of Community Health.

Es un problema que se repite de costa a costa, tanto en comunidades urbanas como rurales.

El Children’s Institute, una organización de servicios sociales con sede en Los Ángeles y con una clientela principalmente latina, ha informado de un aumento significativo en las visitas a las salas de emergencias y hospitalizaciones entre los jóvenes debido a comportamientos arriesgados y pensamientos suicidas, dijo Diane Elias, vicepresidenta de salud conductual del instituto. Dijo que niños de tan solo 8 años han tenido que ser hospitalizados por intentar hacerse daño.

En Georgia, hogar de una creciente población hispana, la

tasa de suicidio aumentó un 55% de 2018 a 2022, según el Departamento de Salud Pública estatal. Ser Familia, una organización de servicios sociales en el área metropolitana de Atlanta, dijo que ha visto números alarmantes de niños hispanos que dicen tener pensamientos suicidas.

“Nuestros niños son intérpretes, pagan facturas, van a citas médicas," lo que agrega estrés y ansiedad adicionales, dijo Belisa Urbina, directora ejecutiva de Ser Familia.

El suicidio rara vez tiene una causa única; muchos factores pueden aumentar el riesgo. Pueden incluir un intento de suicidio previo, una ruptura o pérdida, historial de depresión u otras afecciones mentales, problemas financieros o laborales, falta de acceso a la atención médica y aislamiento social, dijo Robin Lee, quien lidera el Área de Ciencias Aplicadas en la División de Prevención de Lesiones de los CDC. Expertos en salud mental dicen que hay muchas presiones sociales y económicas sobre los grupos minoritarios. Para los hispanos, también pueden cumplir un rol obstáculos culturales y sistémicos.

Según el Latino Community Fund Georgia, el estrés vinculado al estatus migratorio ha provocado un aumento en los problemas de salud mental. “No sentir que perteneces y no saber qué te depara el futuro” puede crear sentimientos de incertidumbre y ansiedad, dijo Vargas, la trabajadora de salud mental en Los Ángeles.

Un estudio con 547 adolescentes latinos de 11 a 16 años encontró que la detención o deportación de un familiar se asociaba con probabilidades significativamente más altas de pensamientos suicidas.

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Seeking first Winters baby Express staff The Winters Express is looking for the first Winters baby born in 2024. The baby who is verified to be born first after the stroke of Midnight on Jan. 1, 2024 will win a bundle of great prizes for both baby and the family.

Contest Rules Parents of the winning baby must re-

PROJECT Continued from Page 1 “Is it time to have an update? Yeah,” Storer said. “They (general plans) don’t get stale but they start to kind of stink a little bit.”

The city’s General Plan would need to either get an update or a revision on the zoning of this general area.

However, the city still has empty positions for the chief building official and senior planner.

The project has a lot of steps to complete and will be brought before the city council. The current step

PARADE Continued from Page 1 invited to participate.

Registration forms are available online at wintersyouthday. com/main-parade.

Parade registration applications must be turned in by April 15.

Kiddie Parade entrants can register the morning of Youth Day at the corner of Fourth and Main Streets at 8:45 a.m. Pre-judging of Kiddie Parade entries begins at 9:15 a.m., with the Kiddie Parade kicking off at 9:45 a.m. down Main Street.

The Kiddie Parade

STORM Continued from Page 1 there are still about 10 feet before water will spill over into the Glory Hole.

Storm prep The city of Winters Public Works Department provided sandbag materials at the dead end of East Street (between the Corpyard and Yolo Federal Credit Union buildings). Residents need to bring their shovels to fill sandbags for any upcoming storm preparation.

Public safety shared instructions on how to correctly fill and using sandbags:

side within the Winters Joint Unified School District. The exact time of birth must be specified in writing by the attending physician. The necessary verifying must be submitted online at https://bit. ly/3NFxtyn.

For questions, contact the Express office at news@wintersexpress.com or call 530795-4551.

Since a winner was

not determined by Jan. 30, the contest will be extended until a winner has been declared. The decision of the judges will be final.

Names and a photo of the winning baby and parents will be published in the newspaper. One entry per baby. Duplicate submissions for the same baby will be discarded.

is to complete the environmental impact report and once completed that will put things on hold for a month.

Denham added they did take in public input to add bike and pedestrian paths, move the park to be more transit friendly and to place the townhouses along the outside to match nearby properties.

While commissioners were not able to give opinions due to it being a study session, bringing the project back in front of the affordable housing subcommittee was brought up as well

as light pollution by Winters resident Kate Laddish.

The subdivision has plans to create some of their housing as affordable, but need to get the details ironed out with the subdivision.

categories include Decorated Bicycle, Costume, Wagon, Pet, Group and Mini-Float.

Motorized vehicles are not allowed and will not be eligible for awards. However powered ride-on vehicles (“Barbie jeeps”) are OK.

Upcoming The Vendor Fair chair will soon accept applications for spots in the Winters City Park. Information will be available on the Vendor page on the Winters Youth Day website when details are finalized. The next Youth Day Committee meeting is scheduled • Fill the provided sandbags one-half to two-thirds full.

• Tie the filled sandbag toward the top to transport them.

• Fold over the top of the sandbag. The fold should be on the bottom of the bag when placing them around a property.

• After each row of sandbags, tamp down the wall by walking along the layer. To build rows, stagger the sandbags similar to how bricks are layered.

Public Works can be reached during the day to report downed limbs, plugged drains, or issues in the public right of way requiring immediate assistance

New website The city of Winters soft launched a new website last month and old links no longer work.

For information on Planning Commission meetings, visit www. cityofwinters.org and look for the Planning Commission page on the “Boards and Commissions page.” for Wednesday, Feb. 7 at 6:30 p.m. in the Winters City Hall large conference room at 318 First St. (Abbey Street entrance).

The 10th annual Duck Derby is scheduled for Friday, April 26 behind the Winters Community Center.

More details will be shared for Duck sales booth dates.

The Youth Day Committee is seeking event sponsors and volunteers to help out during the event. For more information, visit linktr.ee/wintersyouthday or send an email to wintersyouthday@gmail.com. at City Hall’s main line 530-795-4910. To contact Public Works after 5 p.m., call 530795-4561 and the dispatch will contact Public Works staff.

SALUD Continuado de la Página 2 desplazados y a veces sin cuidadores inmediatos," dijo Elias.

“Esto puede poner una carga considerable sobre los niños.

Son menores, y se espera que equilibren la autofinanciación y el ganar dinero para apoyar a la familia o ayudarles a migrar a Estados Unidos."

La falta de acceso a la atención de salud mental es un problema para todos los segmentos de la sociedad, especialmente desde el inicio de la pandemia.

Pero las minorías enfrentan obstáculos económicos y sociales adicionales, dijo María Oquendo, ex presidenta de la Asociación Americana de Psiquiátrica e investigadora sobre el tema del suicidio.

Nirmita Panchal, analista sénior de políticas de KFF, dijo que los niños de color “pueden no tener exámenes de salud mental culturalmente sensibles, y sus síntomas de salud mental pueden caracterizarse erróneamente como comportamientos disfuncionales."

El idioma también sigue siendo una barrera significativa.

“En Georgia, tenemos una tremenda necesidad de proveedores de salud mental bilingües," dijo Pierluigi Mancini, presidente y CEO del Multicultural Development Institute, una organización de consultoría con sede en Georgia.

Gruner, quien estableció el grupo de apoyo latino en Dalton, dijo que solo conoce a tres proveedores bilingües en esa área. La ciudad está en el condado de Whitfield, donde más de un tercio de los 100,000 residentes son hispanos.

Y el prejuicio puede agregar otro obstáculo.

Un estudio reciente de Rand Corp., que utilizó un proceso de “consumidor secreto," encontró evidencia de discriminación potencial durante el proceso para programar una cita de salud mental en California. Cerca de 1 de cada 5 llamadas

en español terminó con el programador colgando el teléfono o informando al cliente que no había nadie disponible que hablara español para ayudarlo.

La enfermedad mental también puede ser considerada culturalmente un tabú entre muchas personas negras e hispanas. (Los hispanos pueden ser de cualquier raza o combinación de razas).

“Existe una creencia de que los hombres no deberían buscar ayuda, deberían resolver sus problemas ellos mismos," dijo Francisco, de 55 años, quien participa del grupo de apoyo de Dalton e intentó suicidarse cuando era adolescente.

KFF Health News asistió a la sesión donde él y otros hablaron, usando solo sus nombres de pila por razones de privacidad.

Para abordar la crisis de salud mental, el gobierno federal, en conjunto con los estados, introdujo, en 2022, la Línea de Prevención del Suicidio y Crisis 988, para que las personas se conecten con un consejero de crisis y otros recursos.

En julio, agregó un servicio de texto y chat en español para el 988, pero un vocero de la Administración de Servicios de Abuso de Sustancias y Salud Mental reconoció que se necesita hacer más cosas para conectar con las comunidades en riesgo.

En todo el país, profesionales de salud mental, investigadores y líderes hispanos señalan varias formas para reducir el suicidio.

Es crucial que se destinen más fondos para la salud mental en general, incluidos programas de prevención que aborden las necesidades culturales, legales e idiomáticas, dijo Jagdish Khubchandani, profesor e investigador de la Universidad Estatal de Nuevo México.

Por ahora, algunos líderes locales están llenando los vacíos haciendo trabajo comunitario, por ejemplo, organizando grupos de apoyo para la población hispana.

Miguel Serricchio, de Santa Clarita, California, facilita grupos de apoyo bilingües para personas cuyas vidas han sido sacudidas por el suicidio. Su hijo, Alex, quien estaba enfrentándose a la ansiedad, se quitó la vida en 2016 después de romper con su novia.

“Quería correr la voz," dijo Serricchio.

Gruner, de 64 años, quien nació en Ciudad de México, escucha a personas en su grupo de apoyo semanal que han pensado en el suicidio, lo han intentado o se preocupan por que sus hijos hagan lo mismo.

Durante la reunión a la que asistió KFF Health News, una mujer llamada Angela dijo que sus tres hijas tenían ansiedad y depresión. “Una de ellas me dijo que sufre porque somos inmigrantes," dijo. Otra asistente, Katherine, de 16 años, remarcó, entre otros factores, las condiciones de vida inestables.

Por un tiempo, dijo, “luchábamos por encontrar un hogar.

Compartíamos cuartos con otras familias," contó. Su amigo Alejandro, también de 16 años, dijo que ha luchado contra pensamientos suicidas después de la muerte de su abuela y de escuchar discusiones entre sus padres.

Vargas dijo que los jóvenes buscan honestidad y que no los juzguen. No quieren que los adultos descarten sus problemas, diciéndoles simplemente que “lo superarán."

“Aunque el tema del suicidio puede ser realmente aterrador o inquietante, cuando alguien se acerca y te dice que está pensando en el suicidio, puede ser un momento realmente maravilloso, de hermosa esperanza," dijo Vargas. “Esa apertura es una oportunidad para conectarse y apoyarse mutuamente."

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130 Years Ago February 10, 1894

The Express admires the French method of dealing with criminals. When they are caught red-handed in crime, the authorities don’t monkey with them very long, but chop their heads off at once. We need a little French law in this State just now.

Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. J.B. Wolfskill gave a surprise party to their nephew, Frank Wolfskill, on Friday evening of last week, at his father’s house. Following is a list of the guests present: Misses Eva, Addie and Birdie Cooper, Ella Hemenway, Ida and Mabel Jeans, Millie Fowler, Clara Hunsaker, Ruth Wolfskill, Annie Baker, Mrs. J.B. Wolfskill, Mrs. J.R. Wolfskill. Messrs. Chester and Fred Hemenway.

Harry Ball, Sam Day, Carey Baker, Barnett Wolfskill, Herman and Archie Wolfskill, Ai Anderson, Reese Baker, John Foy, James Murray and

Wm. Bollinger.

A.R. Ransch, the jeweler, has removed his workbench to Humphrey Bros. harness shop, where he is ready to all kinds of repairing of watches, clocks and jewelry.

E.I. Leake, son of the editor of the Woodland Democrat, was a visitor in Winters Thursday evening.

E.J. Englehart showed us a silver watch, Monday, which had been found that morning after lying buried for five years.

The watch was lost and plowed under in one of his fields five years ago, come next month, and when found was untarnished and when wound started off as if never allowed to run down.

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February 8, 1929 Miss Ora Woods received a wire from Senator Shortridge last week that her re-appointment as postmistress had been confirmed to the Senate.

A culvert near the

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“Read Around the World” participants who read a minimum of 100 books in 1994 were (from left) Ramiro Cardona, Juan Lopez, Inesita Lopez, Erika Del Toro, Esmeralda Bermúdez, BJ Arellano, Claudia Rodríguez, Austin Trujillo, Claudia Vega, Nidia Fernández, Victoria Montiel, Lupita Quiroz and Jill Howard.

Solano approach to the Tucker’s Crossing bridge was washed out by the last rain.

The culvert was not properly protected by rock or other solid facing and easily gave way under the assault of running water.

The Winters Legion Basketball team journeyed to Dixon last Friday night and met the Dairy City Firemen on their own court. The Legion’s speed proved too much and by the time the Winters forwards, Freeman and Demaree, through shooting baskets, it was too bad for Dixon.

The final score was

43-31. Horace Smith referred to the entire satisfaction of all.

W.A. Sale has begun construction on a new residence which is going up on his lots just west of his present home.

C.G. Riter has purchased the T.H. Fenley residence on Edwards St. next to the Netherland home. As Mr. Riter recently sold his ranch home, he will occupy this place in town.

Miss Rachel Sager is just about up from a two weeks’ siege of the flu, and now her sister Miss Clara is down, but is a bit better today.

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Police Arrest Log Jan. 24: Marubayashi Sharp, Simon (Age 33), Charges: Two Winters PD warrants, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Jan. 26: Alcala, Guillermo Echeverria (Age 52); Charges: Ventura County warrant, Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Expired registration, False proof of insurance; Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear

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February 11, 1944 A Boy Scout Troop was re-organized last week under the sponsorship of the Christian church, Mr. Sadler Scout Master, J.L. McClish, R.A. Frisbee and John Graf are Troop Committeemen.

Aviation Cadet Fulton Stephens of Chico was a recent Sunday visitor with his father Ben Stephens.

JoAnn Meraz Pacheco JoAnn Marie Pacheco (Meraz), aged 65, was called home on Jan. 14, 2024. Born on April 19, 1958, in Sacramento, she was a cherished child of God, entrusted to the late Jesse and Louise Meraz.

JoAnn liked to spend time with family, her pets, and enjoyed family trips.

She served with grace at the Winters school district and Cache Creek Casino. JoAnn

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JoAnn Meraz Pacheco attended church at

the St. Anthony Parish and joyfully enjoyed boxing, camping, tending to her garden, and baking her Dutch apple pies.

She leaves behind her devoted spouse, Richard Pacheco Sr.; her loving children Richard Pacheco Jr. (Sofia), Sarah Venegas (Rosalio), and Joseph Pacheco (Linda); her adored granddaughters Delores Pacheco and Estrella Venegas; and an eagerly await-

ed third grandchild.

Her spirit is also carried on by her sisters Becky Correa, Annette Mitchem (Richard), Amy McCormick (Patrick), and Margie Byrd (Donald), alongside many treasured nieces, nephews, and friends.

Services: A Rosary at 6 p.m. on Feb. 15 and a Memorial Service on Feb.16 at 2p.m. Location: St. Mary Cemetery & Funeral Center in Sacramento.

Robert Joel Hough Lt. Col. Robert “The Colonel” Joel Hough, USAF Retired, Feb. 21, 1933 – Jan. 24, 2024, formerly of Winters, left his loved ones and friends with a profound sense of loss.

He was 90 years old and surrounded by his family.

He is fondly remembered for his largerthan-life personality and the captivating stories he shared. Born in Winthrop, Washington, Robert Hough had an illustrious career serving in the United States Air Force for over 28 years. Before joining the military, he worked as a smoke

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According to Manager C.S. Niemann the Dried Fruit Co. plant finished active operations last Wednesday, Niemann reports that the plant has handled over 1,000 tons of prunes.

Mrs. Loretta Vasey of San Francisco visited during the weekend with her niece, Mrs. Ralph Davis of Esparto, and was dinner guest Monday evening with her aunt, Mrs. Annie Sparks.

Henry Meyer arrived from Napa the first of the week for a visit with local relatives. He has been with his brother Herman Meyer for some weeks.

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He then earned his commission as a 2nd lieutenant and went on to become pilot while stationed at Lackland AFB, Texas, followed by many other bases across the country and world.

Robert flew 123 Arc Light missions over Vietnam, 65 as lead aircraft, earning numerous medals for his bravery, including the Meritorious Service Medal, Distinguished Flying Cross, Air Medal, and Combat Readiness Medal.

After retiring 1985,

Robert moved back to Washington, where he worked for the State of Washington as a Safety Program Manager and he retired in 2001.

His greatest accomplishment in life was his family. He married Truth E. Miller in 1955 — together they raised eight children. Later, he became a surrogate father to many, taking in extra children. Robert was a loving husband, father, friend, mentor, and hero to many. He will be greatly missed.

He was preceded in death by his wife Truth E. Hough, and son Randall R. Hough.

He is survived by his children: Robin Hutchison, James Hough, Tracy Nguyen, Joseph Hough, Truth E. Snow, Kimberly Kramer, Corey Hough, 14 grandchildren, nine great-grandchildren and multiple extra-children. A celebration of life is pending.

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Wednesday, February 7 Library Event: Lego Block Party, 3:30–4:30 p.m., Winters Community Library, yolocountylibrary.org/locations/winters/ Wednesdays Eat Well Yolo Drive – Through Food Distribution, Wednesdays, 3:30 p.m. As supplies last, Winters High student parking lot, off Railroad Avenue Thursday, February 8 Library Event: Rom-Com Movie Night, 6 p.m., Winters Community Library, yolocountylibrary.org/locations/winters/ Thursdays Eat Well Yolo Food Distribution, first and third Thursdays, 10 a.m. As supplies last, RISE, Inc., 417 Haven St., 530-668-0690 Friday, February 9 WHS Find a Cure Night, 6:45 p.m. (between junior varsity and varsity basketball games), Winters High School Gym

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Sandy Vickrey (center left) was honored as Citizen of the Year. She stands with Jack Vickrey (left), Vickie Jacobs and Wade and Kathy Cowan (2017 Citizens of the Year).

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Saturday, February 10 Capstone: Garden Art Show, 10–11 a.m., Winters Community Library, 708 Railroad Ave. Workshop: The Care and Pruning of Fruit Trees, 1:30–3 p.m., Winters Community Library, yolocountylibrary.org/locations/winters/ Capstone: WHS Alumni Bowl, 5 p.m., Dr. Sellers Field, Free Admission Monday, February 12 Winters Climate Action Commission Meeting, 6:30 p.m., City Hall Large Conference Room (Abbey Street entrance), Check cityofwinters. org/182/Climate-Action-Commission

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Winters Library Public Hours (School in Session), Mon/Wed: 8 a.m.–6 p.m., Tue/Thu: 8–8 p.m., Fri: 8–5 p.m., Sat: 1-5 p.m. (Mask Only 1–3 p.m.)

Teen Tuesday (ages 12-18), Second Tuesdays, 2 p.m., Winters Community Library Bilingual Storytime (ages 0-5), Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Winters Community Library Virtual English Conversation Group, Tuesdays, 2-3 p.m., One time registration required: Contact Nancy Pacheco 530-666-8019 or nancy.pacheco@ yolocounty.org Mangonada Monday (ages 6-12), fourth Monday, 3:30 p.m.

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The Winters District Chamber of Commerce hosted the annual Toast of Winters celebration on Feb. 3, to recognize and celebrate honorees who have made an impact on the community last year and in their lifetime.

Friends, family and community members gathered at the Winters Community Center to honor the 2023 awardees: • Business of the Year: Hooby’s Brewing • Senior Citizen of the Year: Robert “Bob” Rennie • Theodore Winters Award: Corinne Martinez • Citizen of the Year: Sandy Vickrey Each of the honorees was humble in their acceptance of their awards. However, they were unable to escape the limelight and were each introduced with a spirited welcome that detailed out actions they have done making them deserving recipients.

Master of ceremonies Jack Vickrey, Winters Chamber board member, introduced Hooby’s Brewing, owned by the Stocking Family, as the

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Robert Rennie was honored as the 2023 Senior Citizen of the Year.

Business of the Year and shared their journey over the last five years from opening to expanding their space and of their philanthropic efforts to provide financial support through events.

“They continuously donate that space to fundraisers, people in need in town,” Jack Vickrey said.

Kathy Tuel, of Meals on Wheels Yolo County, introduced Robert Rennie as the Senior Citizen of the Year. Tuel spoke of Rennie’s volunteer efforts over the past decade with MOW, the Yolo County Food Bank, Winters Rotary Club of Winters and more.

“I knew he was special when I met him because he not only knew all of our meal recipients but he also knew the names of all of their dogs,” Tuel said.

Tuel said not only does he volunteer, but he shows up for the community and to support his friends — including her children’s events.

“He always shows up with that same smile and that same eagerness to be there. But what I find most amazing about Bob — and why I nominated him for this award and this honor — is that he does all of this for me, and for the community and for all of these organizations. He wants nothing in return,” Tuel said.

Yvonne Maloney introduced her sister Corinne Martinez as the Theodore Winters Award recipient. Maloney proudly bragged about how Martinez

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LEFT: Corinne Martinez (left) holds her Theodore Winters Award with her sister Yvonne Maloney.

BELOW: Courtney, Jackie and Chad Stocking accept the Business of the Year Award for Hooby’s Brewing.

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A key to Baby Boomers’ housing

By Joedy Michael Special to the Express A recent conversation with an older relative about their housing situation was a reminder of an area in the housing market that isn’t often talked about. A growing number of older adults, particularly those belonging to the Baby Boomer generation, are grappling with the challenges of housing in their retirement years.

Often living in larger, multi-bedroom homes that once catered to busy family lives, these retirees are finding their current residences impractical for their changing needs. Even those who may help with childcare still feel outsized.

Winters’ home values have increased

60 percent over the last 15 years with the median sales price in 2008 at $390,000. In 2023, it was $615,000.

MLS data only goes back to 2008, but its reasonable to assume substantial value increase since the ’90s.

As of today, of the roughly 2,300 singlefamily residences in town, about 250 of them are considered “empty nesters” which is over thirty years ownership and at least three bedrooms.

The concept of downsizing, while appealing, is complicated by a variety of financial and practical barriers. The sale of long-held family homes cannot only bring emotional apprehension but may carry substantial capital gains tax burdens with significant

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Express Yourself

Be the squeaky wheel

I

may be biased as a journalist, but I have always appreciated the squeaky wheels. I don’t mean that literally, because that means a trip to Pisani’s.

I appreciate the person on the board who votes “no” to represent the folks they represent. I appreciate the person who is courageous enough to comment publicly about something they want to see change in, even through an emotionally fought speech. And I appreciate the folks who show up to ask questions and bring up unpopular opinions.

Do I always agree with their opinion?

Sometimes yes and sometimes no, but I do respect them for voicing it.

On Monday, Jan. 29, I had the opportunity to engage with a room full of other women at the Yolo County Women in Leadership event hosted by County Supervisors Mary Vixie Sandy and Lucas Frerichs.

It was a bittersweet decision, having to miss out on the Winters Joint Unified School District’s Ethnic Studies Task Force meeting, but I did commit to this first. And, I knew

I would have other opportunities to participate in later meetings at Winters JUSD. One of my favorite moments was engaging in discussions at my table about the challenges women and girls face in Yolo County and some potential actions that would support those challenges. At a table of women who live in bigger cities like Woodland and Davis, I was proud to be a voice for smaller communities like Winters and our neighboring even smaller communities in Western Yolo.

It was also nice to share in the genuine camaraderie of being a woman in our current society. As it turns out — no matter the city size we lived in or the culture we grew up in — we all experienced a lot of the same challenges in our careers and in finding some sort of balance between caring for our families, trying to have a social life, and make an impact in our community through work and volunteerism.

I felt it was important to not just listen to what others had to say but to also reflect on

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Charley will return next week.

Horoscopes ARIES (Mar 21/Apr 20) There is a new person in your life who may become a source of inspiration, Aries. It’s a new year and you are ready for all the novel experiences you can encounter.

TAURUS (Apr 21/May 21) Taurus, you could be feeling more grounded in your personal life than you have in some time.

The people you surround yourself with accept and love you unconditionally.

GEMINI (May 22/Jun 21) Gemini, if a suggestion goes against your instincts this week, give it careful consideration nonetheless. This person may have some good ideas that you may not have thought of.

CANCER (Jun 22/Jul 22) Cancer, you tend to be good about not letting work life bleed into your personal affairs. However, this week you may need to have some carryover to accomplish all that lies ahead.

LEO (Jul 23/Aug 23) Some good news may arrive this week that will put you on cloud nine, Leo. Just don’t let this enthusiasm distract you from getting all of your business wrapped up on time.

VIRGO (Aug 24/Sept 22) A charming person may come into your life this week, Virgo. At first he or she may be a whirlwind and confuse you for some time. Eventually, you may catch on and go with the flow.

LIBRA (Sept 23/Oct 23) Libra, use whatever opportunities you have to speak to older family members and jot down the memories they have. Time is fleeting and you want to learn all you can.

SCORPIO (Oct 24/Nov 22) Surround yourself with people who bring positivity into your life, Scorpio. It is alright to take inventory and distance yourself from others who do not generate positive vibes.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov 23/Dec 21) People who believe they have a lot of power are going to be all around you this week, Sagittarius. Don’t fall prey to any intimidation tactics. Continue to do your own thing.

CAPRICORN (Dec 22/Jan 20) Dreams have been entertaining and awfully vivid lately, Capricorn. But you can’t put too much stock in them. They may simply be your subconscious mind trying to work through things.

AQUARIUS (Jan 21/Feb 18) Express gratitude when you are gifted something both thoughtful and expensive, Aquarius. This is something you have had your eye on for some time but never purchased yourself.

PISCES (Feb 19/Mar 20) You’re likely to be very busy soon enough, Pisces. Some loud and busy people may come into your life in the next few days. It may prove hard to find a quiet moment afterwards.

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UPLIFT Continued from Page 1 “has consistently demonstrated an unwavering commitment to making our community a better place through her exceptional involvement and self contributions” and said

that “her tireless efforts to provide assistance and support to those in needs is truly inspiring and reflects her compassionate nature.”

Vicki Jacobs crafted a poem to introduce her sister Sandy Vickrey as the Citizen of the Year. Jacobs’

“jingle” for Sandy Vickrey shared about her journey from graduating high school to college to having a family, her career journeys as a teacher and realtor, and volunteer ventures.

“All in all it’s a life that is full to the brim, and if I know my sister, she would

call this a win,” Jacobs said.

Kathy and Wade Cowan, 2017 Citizens of the Year, recognized all of the Citizens of the Year who were present at the event before presenting Sandy Vickrey with her award.

With a renewed vibrance, the Chamber board invit-

ed featured speakers to highlight local happenings while guests enjoyed dinner. Jack Vickrey announced going forward the Chamber will regularly host the Toast of Winters event on the weekend before the Super Bowl each year.

Legal Advertising FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20240048 1/17/2024 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: HARVEST AND SAVOR Physical Address: 3111 CHESAPEAKE BAY AVE, DAVIS, CA 95616 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s) & Physical Residential Address, State, and Zip: ALISA HALLER, 3111 CHESAPEAKE BAY AVE, DAVIS CA 95616 Business Classification: INDIVIDUAL Date of Business: 1/11/24 /s/ ALISA HALLER

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20231044 12/15/2023 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: MB Construction Physical Address: 201 ALMERIA PLACE, WINTERS CA 95694 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s) & Physical Residential Address, State, and Zip: MATTHEW BALOGH, 201 ALMERIA PLACE, WINTERS CA 95694 Business Classification: INDIVIDUAL Date of Business: N/A /s/ MATTHEW BALOGH

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.

Jesse Salinas, County Clerk/Recorder, State of California, County of Yolo Published January 31, February 7, 14, 21, 2024 #69560

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.

Jesse Salinas, County Clerk/Recorder, State of California, County of Yolo Published January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 2024 #69288

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20240050 1/17/2024 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: HERBAL TONICS Physical Address: 2496 PORT STREET, WEST SACRAMENTO CA 95691 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s) & Physical Residential Address, State, and Zip: HERBALSHOTZ LLC, 2496 PORT STREET, WEST SACRAMENTO CA 95691 Business Classification: LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Date of Business: 1/16/24 /s/ KEERUT DHESI 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.

Jesse Salinas, County Clerk/Recorder, State of California, County of Yolo Published January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 2024 #69366

STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder Filed: 1/18/2024 FBN Number: F20240054 Old FBN Number: F20200224 The person(s) or entity listed below are abandoning the use of the following fictitious business name(s): Name of Business(es): MI CARNICERIA MARKET 129 WEST MAIN STREET #C WOODLAND CA 95695 The fictitious business name was originally filed in Yolo County on 3/4/2020 and is being ABANDONED by the registrant(s) listed: LAURA MAXIMINA PEREZ 1645 WAKEFIELD WAY, SACRAMENTO, CA 95822 Corporation or LLC name & address and county of the principal place of business: The business was conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL I declare that all information is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true information which he or she knows to be false is guilty of a crime.)

Registrant Signature: LAURA M PEREZ S

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20240043 1/12/2024 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: WHITE OWL COMMERCIAL JANITORIAL SERVICES Physical Address: 2825 BIDWELL STREET APT 2. DAVIS CA 95618 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s) & Physical Residential Address, State, and Zip: Muhmmed Malik, 2825 Bidwell Street Apt 2, Davis CA 95618 Business Classification: INDIVIDUAL Date of Business: N/A /s/ Muhammed Malik 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.

Jesse Salinas, County Clerk/Recorder, State of California, County of Yolo Published January 24, 31, February 7, 14, 2024 #69304

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20231065 Business is located in YOLO County.

12/20/2023 Fictitious Business Name: Hangtown Collective Physical Address: 4410 S. Bluegill Ln., West Sacramento, CA 95691 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s) & Physical Residential Address, State, and Zip: Stuart Harmon 4410 S. Bluegill Ln., West Sacramento, CA 95691 Business Classification: Unincorporated Association other than a Partnership Starting Date of Business: N/A /s/ Stuart Harmon

Published JANUARY 31, FEBRUARY 7, 14, 21, 2024 #69403

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.

Jesse Salinas, County Clerk/Recorder, State of California, County of Yolo Published January 17, 24, 31, February 7, 2024 #68721

T.S. No.: 9462-6227 SG Order No.: 230306298 A.P.N.: 049-453-019-000 and 049-453-018-000 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 05/16/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. NBS Default Services, LLC, as the duly appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained n that certain Deed of Trust Recorded 05/24/2007 as Document No.: DOC-2007-0019033-00, of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Yolo County, California, executed by: VIOLET J. BERTRAM AND ELMER WESLEY BERTRAM, WIFE AND HUSBAND, as Trustor, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH (payable in full at time of sale by cash, a cashier';s check drawn by a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings ssociation, or savings bank specified in section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state). All right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and state, and as more fully described in the above referenced Deed of Trust. Sale Date & Time: 02/23/2024 at :00 PM Sale Location: North Entrance West Sacramento City Hall, 1110 W. Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento, CA 95691 The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 28812 HURLBUT ST, MADISON, CA 95653 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made in an “AS IS” condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by aid Deed of Trust, to-wit: $52,465.16 (Estimated). Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase this figure prior to sale. It is possible that at the time of sale the opening bid may be less than the total indebtedness due. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 1-800-280-2832 or visit this nternet website, www.auction.com, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 9462-6227. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 855-976-3916, or visit this internet website https://tracker.auction.com/sb1079/, using the file number assigned to this case T.S.# 9462-6227 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. NBS Default Services, LLC 14841 Dallas Parkway, Suite 300 Dallas, TX 75254 800-766-7751 For Trustee Sale Information Log On To: www.auction.com or Call: 1-800-280-2832. NBS Default Services, LLC, Renee Wallace, Foreclosure Associate This communication is an attempt to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. However, if you have received a discharge of the debt referenced herein in a bankruptcy proceeding, this is not an attempt to impose personal liability upon you for payment of that debt. In the event you have received a bankruptcy discharge, any action to enforce the debt will be taken against the property only.

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF HECTOR ALFONSO GUERRERO CASE NO. PR2024-0013 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: HECTOR ALFONSO GUERRERO A Petition for Probate has been filed by: ROBERTO GUERRERO in the Superior Court of California, County of: Yolo The Petition for Probate requests that: ROBERTO GUERRERO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: FEBRUARY 15, 2024 Time: 9:00 A.M. Dept.: 11 Room: Located at 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695.

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

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

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

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

Attorney for petitioner: ROBERT M. LOGAN 404 NATOMA STREET, FOLSOM, CALIFORNIA 95630 (916) 351-0197 Published January 24, 31, February 7, 2024 #69307

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CV2023-2637 To all interested persons: Petitioner: Matthew Jamieson Healy filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name MATTHEW J, ARCHIBEQUE to Proposed name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE Present name MATTHEW J, ARCHIBEQUE to Proposed name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE Present name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE to Proposed name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE Present name MATT JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE to Proposed name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE Present name MATT ARCHIBEQUE to Proposed name MATTHEW JAMIESON ARCHIBEQUE THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: 2/22/2024 Time: 9:00 a.m. Dept.: 11 Room: The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Yolo 1000 Main Street, Woodland, CA 95695 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: The Winters Express.

Date: DECEMBER 27,2023 DOMNATI PETIE Judge of the Superior Court Published January 17, 24, 31, FEBRUARY 7, 2024 #69197

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Project Owner: City of Winters

NOTICE INVITING BIDS

Project: FINANCE BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 013-23 Location of Work: 318 A First St, Winters Ca, 95694 Date Release: January 24, 2024 Mandatory Pre-Bid Conference: Winters City Hall - Downstairs Conference Room, 318 First Street, Winters, CA 95694 on February 7, 2024 at 2:00 pm Pacific Time.

Final Questions Due: February 14, 2024 at 2:00 pm Pacific Time.

Bid Due Date: February 22, 2024 at 2:00 pm Pacific Time.

Project Description: The work includes: The renovation of a protion of the existing building annex on Abbey Street. A new concrete pad will be poured at a new exterior exit on the west side of the building. The existing east facing entrance will be changed per the drawings. The interior space to be renovated will be built out as indicated on the drawings. New walls, flooring and ceiling will be installed, per the finish schedule. New windows interior, and exterior storefront to be installed. A new blade awning will be installed at the existing west facing entry. A new exterior metal stair system with guard and handrail system will be installed in the space between the main building and the annex, along with a fence system. A new exterior door will be installed at the second floor of the existing building to include any brick work and a new lintel as shown on the drawings. New signage will be installed per the signage plan and ACC sheets. A new fire suppression system is to be designed and installed. Specific details are provided in the specifications and on the plans.

Labor Code Compliance: It shall be mandatory upon the bidder to whom the contract is awarded, and upon any subcontractors, to comply with all Labor Code provisions, which include but are not limited to the payment of not less than the said specified prevailing wage rates to all workers employed by them in the execution of the contract, employment of apprentices, hours of labor, certified payroll records, contractor and subcontractor registration, and debarment of contractors and subcontractors.

Location to pick up bid information: Bidders are required to review the contract documents (including the more detailed Notice Inviting Bids included therein) for more complete information regarding the Project and submission of bids. The full set of contract documents is available electronically via the City of Winters website at www.cityofwinters.org/bids-and-rfps or by contacting Eric Lucero at (530) 681-1529.

Bid Security: Each bid shall be accompanied by cash, a certified or cashier’s check, or bid bond secured from a surety company satisfactory to the City, the amount of which shall not be less than ten percent (10%) of the submitted total bid price, made payable to City of Winters as bid security.

Contractor License: Each bidder shall be a licensed contractor pursuant to Section 7000 et seq. of the Business and Professions Code in the following classification(s) throughout the time it submits its bid and for the duration of the contract: Class B. For further information, contact Eric Lucero at eric.lucero@cityofwinters.org or (530) 681-1529.

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Winters Express, Wednesday, February 7, 2024 — B5

WHS Basketball Recap

By Aaron Geerts Express staff writer

JV girls The Winters High School junior varsity girls team continued to trudge along in a difficult season but put up a good fight on Tuesday, Jan. 30, against Pierce High School. Freshman Robyn Wales led the charge, scoring 14 of the team’s 16 points. Unfortunately, it wouldn’t be enough to beat the Bears and the Warriors lost 23–26.

WHS forfeited its game against Paradise High School later that week on Friday, Feb. 2. According to head coach, Tom Crisp, only three girls showed up to practice on Wednesday

have, but our skill set needs a lot of work to catch up to the speed of the game amongst our competition,” said head coach Marcus Chavez. “These positive is that they are trying, playing hard and coming together as a team. I’m super proud of them.”

and Thursday for various reasons. Crisp wasn’t convinced they’d have enough players to fill the roster and opted to forfeit the game.

JV boys The junior varsity boys team laced up for competition in a home game against Pierce on Tuesday. Winters was eviscerated by the Bears’ inexorable offense and lost 70–34.

The junior varsity squad was supposed to play against Paradise as well on Friday, Feb 2, however, MaxPreps.com recorded the game as a 0–0 tie.

“It was another tough week of playing hard but coming up short. These boys give everything they

Varsity girls The varsity girls basketball team has developed quite the habit of winning this season, and continued to do so on Tuesday, Jan. 30, against Pierce. Jordan Tucker had a sensational game with 25 points and 15 rebounds along with 12 more points from Maci Dodic. The Bears wouldn’t go down without a fight, but they did — indeed — go down and lost to the Warriors 45–39.

“Pierce is a young team

“It was a lot of driving to get to Paradise, but the girls were focused, brought good energy and were able to handle business.

We were able to take our 25–16 lead at halftime and extend it in the second half which allowed everyone on the team to get some extended playing time. Again, Jordan Tucker led the way offensively and in rebounding with a lot of help from Alli Aguilar, Emily Dodic and Maci Dodic. It’s been great to see over the last few weeks the maturation of Reece Barbosa as she

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with four sophomores, but they play hard and are very coachable.

We played well in the first half, made some adjustments at halftime and were able to increase the lead to 20 before Pierce put together a comeback in the fourth quarter. Fortunately, we were able to pull out the win,” said head coach Ivan Dodic.

A few days later on Friday, the Warriors headed up to Paradise. Combining their scorching-hot offense with lockdown defense, the Warriors pounced on the Bobcats and clawed a 45–26 victory out of them, upping their record to 17–5.

Emily Dodic Emily Dodic, a Winters High School senior, is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Last week, Dodic scored 22 points against Willows High School and 18 points against East Nicolaus High School, all while playing as the point guard and center for the varsity girls basketball team. “Emily is the quarterback of the team and has been instrumental in our success with her leadership both on and off the court,” said head coach Ivan Dodic.

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Express Yourself: Awareness on local environmental waste

By Lola Hernandez and Galilea Ramos Bermudez Special to the Express We are two sixth-graders who attend an Environmental Education class at Winters Middle School and want to have a good impact on our environment by decreasing the percentage of waste. On a hot summer day, do you like to swim in Putah Creek? It would be a better experience when there is no waste in the freshwater.

You might not know, but you could be doing an “everyday task” that could be negative to the environment. When you wash your car in the driveway, you are washing the soapy water down the sewage drain, and the sewage water ends up in Putah Creek. This is something we need to fix and we need to do it quickly before it gets too bad.

Our Winters community is ruining our creek and nobody knows.

More on Putah Creek Our creek is so beautiful and colorful, but only when it's clean. We trash the creek and act like it's a dump. When you throw a piece of trash near the Putah creek or in the Putah Creek it’s probably because there's no trash can nearby. To you, it may seem that it’s a convenient way to get rid of your trash but do you realize the harm that it’s causing?

We have to stop polluting Putah Creek because there are species of wildlife that live there. Don't throw trash in the creek because fish can get caught in the trash, they can eat the trash and it will harm them.

So before you even think about throwing trash near or in the creek remember, would you like if someone was throwing harmful trash in your house?

Reduce environmental waste Here are five ways we can reduce environmental waste to save our town.

• Use reusable water bottles and grocery bags to reduce plastic waste • Buy things you only need so you don’t have to throw out a lot • Avoid buying plastic water bottles • Use washable microfibre cloths instead of paper towels.

• Replace tinfoil and parchment paper with silicone baking sheets

Four R's The average human produces about 1.5 tons of trash per year.

Multiply that by 8 billion and you will get the amount of trash that gets produced in the world every year.

We need to reduce the amount of waste the people of Winters produce. How do we do that? Well, some ways we can reduce our waste is by following the logic of the Four R’s: Reduce, Reuse, Recycle and Recover.

The Four R’s are specialized for being used to limit the amount of waste. When the Four R’s are used it takes time to think about what goes in each category so remembering each one will take a bit, but it's worth it in the long run.

When you reduce, you limit the amount of an object so in this case we want to limit the amount of trash and waste. When we reuse we are saving money and we are being more creative. When you recycle you are saving animals because plastic is a big threat to them. When you recover you are making the earth a better place by being a big character in contributing to the environment.

Four R’s in action When you are done using something and you think it has no use are you sure? Try using one of these Four R’s to help contribute to reducing the amount of waste we produce.

Reduce the amount of plastic you use because plastic contributes to global warming and harms wildlife.

Reuse old shirts as rags to clean, why purchase a cleaning rag when you have plenty of idle shirts that work just as well if not better?

Recycle plastic instead of throwing it away, just like the old saying goes, one person's trash is another person's treasure.

Recover old orange skins, egg shells, and food scraps to turn into compost to fertilize your garden. All you have to do is compost food scraps and you will reap the rewards of a beautiful garden.

Sure, it might take a little extra time to use these Four R’s but in the long run, it will be infinitely worth it. Let's get in motion. Let's start to do something. Let's reduce our environmental waste.

We are inhabitants of the earth, so instead of destroying our home, let's help it. Other places may not do the things that we are, but at least we can rest assured, knowing that the town of Winters is doing something to benefit our environment.

SQUEAK Continued from Page 3 their perspectives on the issues that I shared.

When you live in a city full of resources, it’s easy to forget about those who don’t have access to them in their towns. The wheels in all our minds were turning that evening as we brainstormed potential solutions and resources through local nonprofits and agencies.

Another great takeaway was from our keynote speakers Assembly Majority Leader Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and Holly Martinez, Executive Director of

SPORTS Continued from Page 5 has been so consistent both on the offensive side of the floor as well as the defensive side.”

The varsity girls team will host Find a Cure Night on Friday, Feb. 9, against East Nicolaus High School.

The special night honors WHS alumn Jared Davis, and is also Senior Night, when the team will celebrate two senior athletes.

Varsity boys The varsity boys team hosted the Pierce Bears on Tuesday, Jan 30. It was a back-and-forth game with the Warriors cutting an 11-point deficit down to size in crunch time. However, the Bears clung onto their precious lead and beat the Warriors 51–46.

“Early, we played great defense that got us some looks and saw us ahead at the end of the first quarter.

Shots didn’t fall heading into halftime so we were behind at the half, but some great efforts by Lane Brown

the California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls. Holly reminded us that we should be bold enough to ask to be paid more in the workplace, especially when men in our same positions are being paid double (or even triple) for performing the same roles.

Cecilia told us to “Not be afraid.” She shared her own experience in stepping into the legislative ring, but I felt it to my core.

As the editor, I feel there have been plenty of times fear rears its head – especially if I know that people are going to be upset by it. But the words of Newt Wallace in the

documentary shared by the Winters Museum, “Damned if I do, Damned if I don’t” have become my motto.

If you are not happy with something or have an idea that you think could benefit the community, I encourage you to “not be afraid” to speak up about it in a public input comment at a City Council or school board meeting. Yes, our elected officials all have emails, but I feel there is power in a good public statement. Especially if enough like-minded people share their opinions of it and band together and speak up about it.

Be a squeaky wheel.

and Julian Herrera on the interior kept us close for a long time.

Ultimately, we fell by five points,” said head coach Brendan McShea.

Later that week, WHS hosted Paradise on Friday, Jan. 2. This time around, the shots were falling and the Warriors put a bow on an impressive, 60–55 win against the Bobcats.

“Friday was Senior Night and the gym was rocking. Paradise came out on fire, which is their typical style, but got ahead 22–13 early. But great defense by the Warriors on the perimeter and great ball move-

ment by Miles Mariani and Anthony Duran got us all the way back in the game,” McShea said. “Every senior got to see playing time throughout the game and even after Paradise cut our lead from nine points to five, we stuck together and found a great win by locking up their top scorer. It was a great send off to this wonderful senior class.

With this win, we have our third season of double-digit wins in a row which hasn’t happened since the ’04–05 to ’06–07 seasons. A great testament to this group’s hard work and talent.”

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