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Winters, Yolo County, California, Wednesday, November 9, 2022

Public safety officials share bodycam footage, update on apartment fire

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer

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At the Salmon Festival, Rich Marovich was celebrated for his 21 years of service at the Putah Creek Streamkeeper and his efforts in helping to restore Putah Creek.

Marovich receives honors, Salmon Festival returns

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Ella Cooper learns the importance of keeping water sources clean in a hand-on Salmon Festival activity. help restore Putah Creek to what is it today and to protect the Lower Putah Creek resources. The projects were successful in restoring the form and function of the creek’s streambed, floodplains and riparian habitat.

Marovich retired from the position in January and passed the role on to Max Stevenson, who was the opening speaker at the dedication ceremony.

Hundreds of people came to the Salmon Festival throughout the day. Multiple agencies were on site to provide information, resources and more to attendees.

Children were able to visit participating booths to engage in hands-on activities and learn about the importance of keeping water resources clean, protecting habitats, the life cycle of salmon, and wildfire readiness.

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Classifieds ................... B-4 Community .................. A-6

Real Estate ................... B-2 Sports ........................... A-2

Rain for week: 1.06 in.

Season’s total: 2.05 in.

Last sn. to date: 7.01 in.

Winters rainfall season began 7/1/22.

Weather readings are taken at 9 a.m.

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Candi Ochoa, the current Board of Trustee for Area 4, will be ending her tenure when her term expires later this month.

As no one elected to run to fill her position, the Winters Joint Unified School District began the process in September to fill Ochoa’s position via an application and appointment process.

At the Thursday, Nov. 3 meeting, the Board concluded the selection process with the public interview of the only applicant, Winters High School cheer coach and teacher, Sterling Davis.

Davis, having applied for and been approved to interview by the Board, stood before them during the meeting to answer their questions on her fitness for the role.

Board President Carrie Green began the process by asking

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Sterling Davis Davis, “What do you see as the basic purpose of public schools, and what is the role of the Board of Trustees in the fulfillment of that purpose?”

“The basic role of public schools,” Davis answered, “is to educate students and scholars for life after high school,” including not just the academic, but also, “athletic preparedness… (and) social and emotional support.”

The role of the Board, Davis said, is to “promote the goals of the district, and to

make sure that our students, our staff, our superintendent, are adhering to our goals.”

Board Clerk Joedy Michael asked, “what are you most proud of the district [for],” and “what would you like to accomplish as a Board Member?”

Davis admitted she’s, “fairly new to the educational side of the district,” as her children are only just starting kindergarten.

“But I have been a part of the coaching aspect for five years as head cheer coach.” She continued she’s, “proud of this district…(for) its community.” Davis related to the Board that her daughter had the opportunity to attend school in a neighboring district where Davis works, but that she ultimately decided to enroll her daughter in a Winters school, “because I wanted my kids to attend a school

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Trustees approve attendance specialist position

By Jacob Hoffman Express staff writer The Board of Trustees, in response to instances of truancy and poor attendance, added an action item to Thursday’s Board Meeting to discuss possible solutions and invited Human Resources Director Lisa Dennis to speak on the issue.

Dennis began with a summary of last meeting’s approval of creating a job description for an Attendance and Engagement Specialist position at the district, which Dennis says will, “be critical

in what we’re seeing in chronic absenteeism,” noting previous speakers in the meeting who’d touched upon the issue at Winters schools.

“This position will really be instrumental in assuring this is a focus for all sites,” Dennis told the Board.

The Attendance Engagement Specialist position will be paid out of the Learning Recover grant funds.

As a part of the meeting’s agenda, the already approved description of the job and its functions were attached, as well as

the district’s reasoning for approving it.

The description of the agenda item notes that “districts across the State of California are experiencing ongoing challenges with attendance rates and chronic absenteeism in the wake of the pandemic,” including Winters Joint Unified School District. And though, “attendance rates are slowly improving, they have not returned to pre-pandemic levels,” which the Board finds concerning, as, “research

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complex, before the Winters Fire Department arrived at the scene.

Miller clarified that the explosions heard during the video and which were reported by residents were “oxygen cylinders that are cooking off.”

Mayor Wade Cowan commented, “We have some darn good body cameras, don’t we?”

Schechla said that this kind of fire was, “by far…the worst case scenario you can ever get as a captain responding to a call,” as initial reports the fire department received warned of people trapped in the apartments.

Schechla noted the

School board selects Davis for Area Four Trustee seat

Editor-in-Chief The annual Winters Salmon Festival returned on Saturday, Nov. 5, after not being held since 2019 due to the pandemic.

The Salmon Festival celebrates the annual return and migration of the fallrun Chinook salmon to the lower Putah Creek habitat. Many attendees walked along the creek in hopes of glimpsing the salmon as they made their way up.

Rich Marovich was celebrated for his 21 years of service as the Solano County Water Agency’s streamkeeper. A bench featuring detailed salmon in metal was dedicated in honor of his legacy, and Marovich received resolutions from Assemblymemer Cecilia Aguiar-Curry and Congressman John Garamendi.

As the first stream keeper appointed to the role, Marovich led complex and cooperative projects to

Police Chief John P. Miller and Interim Fire Chief Matt Schechla presented to the Winters City Council an update on the fire that occurred last week at the 116 E. Baker St. apartment complex.

The two provided additional information on how the fire started, what was happening at the scene when it did and explained some of the occurrences that happened alongside the fire. They also showed body camera footage from Officer Darion Cueto who first responded to the fire along with Officer Jesse Sanchez.

Miller recapped the facts of the apartment fire that took place on Oct. 26 at 2:54 a.m.

Officers Cueto and Sanchez were on the night shift at the time and were on the scene within two minutes.

Miller showed the Councilmembers footage from Cueto’s body cam during his response to the fire.

The video begins with Cueto and Sanchez arriving at the fire and inquiring with bystanders if anyone is inside, and begin moving the bystanders away from the scene as explosions are seen and heard from in the apartment complex. The two then begin warning residents still in nearby apartments to exit the

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Winters Jr Warriors cheer The Winters Jr Warriors cheer squads will "bring it" at the upcoming JAMZ Capitol City Championship on Sunday, Nov. 13 at The Roebbelen Center (700 Event Center Dr.) in Roseville.

Squads will compete to qualify for a spot at the 2023 JAMZ Youth Nationals. Performances begin at 11:30 a.m. For details, check www.jamz.com.

Winters AYSO Multiple Winters AYSO soccer teams are heading to Davis for the Area Tournament on Saturday, Nov. 19. Teams will compete for the opportunity to advance to the Section Tournament in Foster City, Calif. in December. Tournament details will be shared with players and on the AYSO Facebook page at www. facebook.com/wintersayso.

The Winters AYSO Board is working to transition from the previous Select Soccer program to AYSO Alliance, which is a competitive soccer program. The Alliance structure has the potential to become a local competitive year-round soccer program.

Players in 10u–14u can register now for the Alliance program at www.wintersayso.org.

Alissa Clark, Winters AYSO Regional Commissioner, said the Winters AYSO board is looking for community members and alumni players to train as certified referees for Alliance games played in Winters, as well as for volunteers to help out in numerous roles. Interested individuals should contact Winters AYSO by messaging through the

The Winters AYSO board is looking for community members and alumni players to train as certified referees for Alliance games played in Winters, as well as for volunteers to help out in numerous roles.

Alissa Clark, Winters AYSO Regional Commissioner Facebook Page or by email at wintersayso@gmail.com.

Winters Little League Registration to participate in the Winters Little League (WLL) 2023 tee ball, softball and baseball programs is now open.

This year's registration is running through a new platform at https://leagues.bluesombrero. com/wintersllca.

Children born from September 2018 through Aug. 31, 2009 are eligible to participate.

Registration timeframe runs from now through Dec. 31 for $135 a player. Late registration will see a price increase to $145 and runs from Jan 1–15, 2023.

WLL baseball and softball evaluations are scheduled to take place on Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023. Times are expected to be posted by Jan. 15.

PISANI’S ATHLETE OF THE WEEK

Aliyah Holliday Aliyah Holliday, a senior at Winters High School is Pisani’s Athlete of the Week. Holliday is one of this season’s cheer captains and has been a part of the WHS cheer squad for all four years of her high school sports career. On the field, Holliday’s stunting skills shine. “Aliyah stands out in stunting. As a base, she leads her stunt group through our most advanced and difficult stunt skills. In dance and sideline cheer, she performs with precision and enthusiasm,” said cheer coach Sterling Davis.

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Quarterback Lane Brown evades a Pierce High School defender during the Warriors game against the Bears on Friday, Nov. 4.

Football misses chance at playoffs with loss to Pierce

By Sydney Andrade Express staff writer On Friday, Nov. 4, the Winters High School varsity football team lost their away conference game against Pierce High School by a score of 29–21.

Emotions were running high for the Warriors as the results of the game would determine whether or not they would make it into the 2022 playoffs.

It was an extremely close game but the Arbuckle Bears caught onto the Warriors' strengths and stuck to star running back Justice Madsen, making it almost impossible for him to make any plays.

Despite the Bears

keeping a close eye, Justice Madsen still managed to earn 79 rushing yards and 24 receiving yards for the Warriors. With Justice Madsen marked up, Sophomore Gio Jimenez once again stepped up and made big plays earning his team 129 rushing yards and two touchdowns.

Sophomore Jesse Madsen supported his team with 77 receiving yards, while Ethan Judd had 34 receiving yards and one touchdown for the Warriors. Ashton Baylor threw in a twopoint conversion to Lane Brown, and Sebastian Pedraza added to the score with a

field goal.

Defensively, the Warriors made tackles, but they left too many gaps for the Bears to move through — that ultimately cost them the game. Jimenez and Sanders Clark led the Warriors in tackles, followed closely by Ethan Demment and Sebastian Valadez.

Demment and Julian Herrera also each played an aggressive game each earning a sack for the Warriors.

While the season has come to an end, the athletes had a great season and should be extremely proud of the accomplishments and growth that they have made.

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The gross value of Yolo County’s agricultural production increased by 13.9 percent between 2020 and 2021, according to the county’s 2021 crop report, with almonds back on top as the county’s most valuable crop.

The total value for all agricultural production in Yolo County in 2021 was more than $811 million, up from $711.8 million the year before.

Almonds contributed $137 million to that total, followed by tomatoes at $136.6 million.

Rounding out the top ten commodities were wine grapes, organic production, rice, walnuts, alfalfa hay, sunflower seeds, pistachios and apiary.

All saw an increase in value except rice, which dropped from $67.6 million in 2020 to $38.7 million in 2021, and sunflower seeds which dropped from $33.4 million to $30 million.

According to Yolo County Agricultural Commissioner Humberto Izquierdo, although there was an increase in total crop value, “2021 was a challenging year due to water shortage.”

“This is reflected primarily in a 45 percent decrease in rice acreage,” Izquierdo wrote in the crop report being presented to the Board of Supervisors on Tuesday.

“Seed crops were also down,”

he said. “The overall value of our primary crop increases were due to strong pricing and an increase in almond production due to maturing trees.”

Almonds were the county’s most valuable crop in 2018 and 2019 but were supplanted by tomatoes in 2020. Prior to almonds ascending to the top of the list, tomatoes held the number one spot for nearly six decades.

But 2020 was a tough year for both almond and walnut growers, according to a report last year from the Yolo County Farm Bureau, which said the price of walnuts was regarded by most as below the cost of production and almonds at or below production costs.

The total value of almonds decreased from $157.7 million in 2019 to $98.2 million in 2020 before rebounding to $137.1 million in 2021.

Likewise, walnuts dropped from $35.8 million in 2019 to $27.5 million in 2020 before jumping to $37.5 million in 2021.

The county’s almonds and walnuts are in demand around the world, joining tomatoes, hay and seeds as the county’s top five exported commodities, according to the crop report.

Crops grown in Yolo County were shipped to 258 countries in 2021 with exports to Japan, China, India, Mexico and Australia leading the way.

Winters Express, Wednesday, November 9, 2022 — A3 them, and Schechla reiterated Miller’s statement that oxygen tanks were the cause of the explosions.

The City Council, as well as nearby resident Kate Laddish, expressed their gratitude to the Winters Fire Department and to the Winters Police Department for their quick response.

FIRE Continued from Page 1 response time of the fire engine as being about four minutes, with “water on the fire within three minutes.”

He commended his team’s response as well as the “excellent mutual aid… from multiple jurisdictions,” who helped get the fire under control, but said the fire was still “one of the hardest fires in my career.” Three apartments were heavily in the fire with a fourth partially damaged, leaving four occupants displaced, and estimated the cost of the fire to be, “a little over $300,000,” based on calculations for damage per square foot.

Schechla made note that the apartment complex did not have a sprinkler system,

DAVIS Continued from Page 1 where they could grow roots in a community like Winters.”

Regarding her goals, Davis noted the challenges she faces in her teaching career, and that she hopes, “to accomplish as a board member…supporting and retaining teachers,” by, “improving conditions for not just teachers but staff and admin,” including through, “compensation, support systems,” and other means.

Ochoa asked Davis, “as a Trustee, what do you see as your primary purpose or primary role?”

“My primary role is to represent the area that I am elected for,” Davis stated, “it’s my role to be present and represent the community that I’m coming from.” She continued that, “if selected as a Trustee, I would fulfill

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Police Arrest Log Oct. 3: Castillo Medina, Hector (Age 34), Charges: Hit and Run, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Oct. 21: Rodriguez Cortez, Nelson Adalberto (Age 30); Charges: Driving w/ suspended license for DUI, Driving without IID, Fail to signal while turning; Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Oct. 22: Olmedo Lopez, Omar (Age 24), Charges: Driving with a suspended license for DUI, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Oct. 23: Ortiz, Ricardo (Age 31); Charges: Driving under the influence of alcohol, DUI with BAC above .08 percent, License plate light violation; Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail Oct. 27: Robert Paul Neal (Age 59), Charges: Winters PD misdemeanor bench warrant, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear ~Cervantes Ala-

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Winters Fire Department estimated the damage from the to the four apartments involved was over $300,000. which he said, “probably would have held (the fire) to the room of origin,” though the complex did have working smoke detectors, which are what first alerted residents to the fire.

He also commended the work of one of the building occupants for alerting and helping several nearby residents as the fire began, calling her, “the hero in this.” An-

other resident who was above the fire, Schechla said, made the decision to shelter in place as his exit was cut off, but the fire department’s quick response was able to control the fire from spreading to that resident’s apartment before a fire crew was able to get him out.

Cowan asked again about the explosions, noting the public concern surrounding

“I would listen to their concerns, I would withhold my opinion and my immediate feedback, and I would... invite them to come talk in an open session (of the Board).”

Sterling Davis, newly-appointed Trustee my role by being sure that I am fully aware and informed on the issues.”

Acting Superintendent Phoebe Girimonte asked Davis to, “describe your response to being asked to take a stance on a particularly hot issue.”

Davis responded to her, “parent engagement is actually one of my strengths as an educator.” When talking with parents on controversial issues, she says, “I would listen to their concerns, I would withhold my opinion and my immediate feedback,

and I would…invite them to come talk in an open session (of the Board).”

Trustee Everardo Zaragoza prompted Davis to, “summarize the strengths you would bring as a member of the Board.”

“My passion for education is my very first strength,” Davis began, summing up this notion with her mantra that, “a happy brain is a learning brain.” She continued that her second strength is, “my passion for my community,” relating her years of experience coach-

niz, Manuel (Age 44), Charges: Winters PD warrant, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Oct. 28: Marubayashi Sharp, Simon (Age 32), Charges: Possession of Drug Paraphernalia, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear ~Alvarado, Rogelio Jr (Age 37), Charges: Possession of controlled substance, Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear ~Dyes, John Daniel (Age 46), Charges: Solano County Sheriff misdemeanor bench warrant, Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail Oct. 31: Ramos, David Allen (Age 58); Charges: Possession of drug paraphernalia, possession of methamphetamine; Disposition: Released on Notice to Appear Nov. 1: Coyt, David (Age 28), Charges: Winters PD felony warrant of arrest, Disposition: Transported to Yolo County Jail

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ing cheer in Winters, as well as volunteering for Winters PTA, and that, “I advocate strongly for the things I care about…and I back that up with action.”

The interview concluded, and the Board unanimously approved Davis’s selection as the incoming Area Four Trustee.

Trustees expressed their gratitude for Ochoa’s service on the Board, and their appreciation that an educator like Davis would be taking the spot of Ochoa, who is also an educator.

Davis’ one concern was whether she could be an employee of Winters JUSD and serve as a Trustee. Girimonte noted that because of Davis’s employment with the school district, her “swearing in” to the role would take place in December at their organizational meeting.

demonstrates the adverse impact of chronic absence on achievement, student well-being, and graduation rates.”

Accordingly, the Board, “identified a need to expand its efforts to ensure all students attend school regularly, especially those with the least access to equitable opportunities to learn.” Thus, the Board unanimously approved the creation of the Attendance and Engagement Specialist position.

In the job description approved last week, the specialist will be, “responsible for the development, implementation, and oversight of a robust Student Attendance and Engagement program utilizing a Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS) framework,” and will, “work cooperatively with District leaders, school administrators, teachers, counselors, students, and parents to assure compliance with attendance laws and regulations and other related duties as required.”

The job’s functions will require the specialist to, “facilitate the creation of a relevant and sustainable student attendance and engagement plan through the expansion of attendance

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The footage stops just as Winters Fire Department Engine 26 arrives on scene at the apartment.

The Winters PD post informs viewers the video depicts the explosions when oxygen tanks rupture and a visual of the resident who was trapped in his apartment on the second floor.

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improvement practices district-wide… provide training and technical assistance to district staff, and support school teams to maintain and develop systems to improve student attendance and engagement,” as well as, “demonstrat[ing] cultural proficiency, sensitivity, and equity to address student needs and increase attendance, engagement and overall academic success,” among many other responsibilities.

The issue of attendance rates in schools was brought up throughout the Board meeting, with John Barsotti of Winters High School having improving attendance rates, which are currently at 92.7 percent attendance from pre-pandemic levels at 96-97 percent, as the third goal of the school’s School Plan for Student Achievement.

The Board brought no questions for Dennis, with Board President Carrie Green noting the proposal was, “presented very well last time.”

The next Winters JUSD Board of Trustees meeting will take place on Nov. 17 at 6 p.m. at the school district board room.

The public can attend in-person or is invited to view the m eeting via the Zoom link. All meeting resources and access links are available at https://tinyurl. com/5n7jsbac.

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‘ELEGANT’ MUSICIANS: The Over the Edge band was rehearsing in 1992 for the annual Note of Elegance fundraiser for the Winters Schools Music Department. Left to right in front: Bruce Brewer, Dwight Howard; behind: Dacey Havens, Theresa Foster, Jim Dantzler, Dna Hoover and Rob Saecker. Also in the band are Jack Paddock, and, coming down from Oregon for this special event, are Michael Fansler (Theresa’s brother) and Peter Viegas. The event was held at the Winters Community Center.

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Fire Oct. 21: 5:37 a.m., medical aid, CR 87D ~8:11 a.m., medical aid, 200 block of Railroad Avenue ~10:11 a.m., medical aid, 200 block of Rosa Avenue Oct. 22: 1:22 a.m., medical aid, 400 block of Morgan Street Oct. 23: 8:58 a.m., public assist, 1000 block of Kennedy Drive ~5:53 p.m., vehicle accident, Highway 128 ~8:05 p.m., medical aid, E. Main Street/E. Baker Street Oct. 24: 1:53 a.m., medical aid, 100 block of Colby Lane ~4:38 p.m., medical aid, 300 block of White Oak Lane Oct. 25: 3:08 p.m., investigation (down wires), Second Street/Baker Street ~3:48 p.m., medical aid, 750 block of W. Main Street ~7:36 p.m., medical aid, 200 block of Toyon Lane Oct. 26: 2:52 a.m., 110 block of E. Baker Street ~2:56 p.m., medical aid, 700 block of Matsumoto Lane Oct. 27: 7:24 a.m., smoke investigation, 200 block of Railroad Avenue Oct. 29: 12:54 p.m., medical aid, 400 block of Morgan Street ~1:23 p.m., odor

investigation, 400 block of Morgan Street ~7:56 p.m., medical aid, 400 block of Morgan Street ~11:08 p.m., medical aid, 400 block of Russell Street Oct. 30: 12:33 a.m., medical aid, 820 block of Lincoln Street ~4:14 p.m., illegal burn, 200 block of Railroad Avenue ~5:56 p.m., CO Alarm, 100 block of Main Street Oct. 31: 3:21 a.m., medical aid, 170 block of E. Grant Avenue ~8:15 a.m., medical aid, 100 block of Third Street Nov. 1: 12:14 a.m., medical aid, 310 block of Rosa Avenue ~7:19 a.m., fire alarm, 700 block of Matsumoto Lane ~11:27 p.m., medical aid, Russell Boulevard Nov. 2: 11:11 a.m., medical aid, 800 block of Jackson Street ~12:54 p.m., medical aid, 90 block of Owings Court ~2:43 p.m., medical aid, 800 W. Main Street ~3:18 p.m., medical aid, 400 block of Morgan Street Nov. 3: 9:09 a.m., fire alarm, 920 block of Kennedy Drive ~1:34 p.m., hazmat incident, 10 block of Main Street ~2:45 p.m., mutual

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Obituary Gayle Farthing Andersen Gayle Farthing Andersen passed away peacefully on Oct. 26 in Klamath Falls, Ore. She was 96 years old.

Gayle had previously lived in Winters for 52 years. In 1965, she and her husband of 47 years, Bud Andersen, built an adobe home in Golden Bear Estates. Both Gayle and Bud enjoyed volunteering for organizations in Winters and raising/marketing oranges from their orchard.

Gayle was born Aug. 2, 1926 to William Eugene Farthing and Mable Gayle Farthing. Her father was a pilot in the Army Corp which later became the Air Force.

All of her childhood was as an “Army Brat” including living at Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941.

Gayle taught at Waggoner Elementary School for 25 years and continued volunteering in classrooms after her retirement in 1990. She volunteered for years at the Winters Friends of the Library and Fortnightly Club. For 10 years, Gayle volunteered at her church, Pioneer Presbyteri-

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Gayle Farthing Andersen an, and was named deacon. Gayle was honored to be named Winters Chamber’s “Senior Citizen of the Year” in 2012 and 2017.

Gayle is preceded in death by her parents, her husband Bud Andersen, her brother Bill Farthing, and her daughter Sina Nunley. She is survived by her daughter Gayle Carlson and grandchildren Scott Carlson, Mark Carlson, Stephanie Wallace Rogers, Sina Wallace McCullough and numerous great-grandchildren. Gayle will be dearly missed by friends and family.

The family requests that memorials be made to Winters Fortnightly Club and Friends of Library.

Anthony Rojas (born Aug. 23, 1952) of Honolulu, Hawaii, died Oct. 22. He was a retiree from UC Davis. On Nov. 10, there will be a Rosary held at 10:15 a.m. and a mass at 11 a.m. at St. Anthony Church in Winters.

120 Years Ago

November 14, 1902 Mr. and Mrs. H. S. Geer came up from San Francisco Thursday and proceeded to their home near Monticello in the afternoon.

They will reside on the Scribner ranch, which Mr. Geer is managing.

R. N. Dinsmore has bought the John Coop property, known as the “Creekdale Farm,” on Putah Creek four miles west of Winters.

Mr. Coop and family will remain at Belvedere where they have large interests. Winters regrets their removal.

Court Winters No. 87, Foresters of America, will give a grand Thanksgiving ball at the opera house, Wednesday evening, November 26. R. L. Briggs will be floor director, and W. A. Cannedy, Robert Jeans, L. A. Morris, Joe Griffin and C. D. Ireland assistants.

Miss Emma Portnell and Thomas J. Emery will be married in San Francisco tomorrow.

They are both highly esteemed here and the Express joins in hearty congratulations.

H. H. North and wife and Arthur W. North will start tomorrow for an eastern trip. H. H. North, United States immigration commissioner, is called to Washington on business connected with his office.

105 Years Ago November 9, 1917

Fifty tons of almonds, all grown in the Winters area, were shipped by the Winters Dried Fruit Company last week.

Sixteen more Yolo County boys are off to war.

The Segura Club

presented the Red Cross with a check for $40.

Yolo County Red Cross is to send 350 Christmas boxes to the soldier boys.

Master John Bowman, getting separated from his parents in Sacramento, went as far as the M Street bridge walking home before being rescued.

Dr. and Mrs. H. A. Collings entertained the Yolo County Medical Association here Tuesday evening.

Robert Graham fell from a ladder last week and broke his arm.

Dr. Pulsifer and family moved this week to their new home in Davis.

Miss Florence Cooper is visiting her sister, Mrs. Arch L. Cooper in Vallejo.

70 Years Ago

November 14, 1952 Four Winters men, W. I. Baker, Lester Ireland, Vernon Jeffery and William Singleton are included in the 30 Yoloans named to the Yolo County Grand Jury Monday.

Corporal Joseph D. Mayes recently spent a five-day vacation from Korea on a rest and recuperation leave in Japan. He is a gunner in Company F of the 27th Infantry Regiment, a part of the 25th Division.

Congressman-elect John Moss, Jr., was in Winters Wednesday, as a part of a tour around the third Congressional district before going to Washington.

Rain this week broke the long dry spell, with .08 of an inch recorded yesterday. No rain was recorded here during September or October.

Lt. Lloyd Islip arrived home from Quantico, Virginia last week for a few days.

David S. Mills On Monday, Oct. 31, David S. Mills, 70 of Winters was called home after a battle with Parkinson’s Disease. He is lovingly remembered by his family and friends as an avid outdoorsman, with interests in hunting, fishing, golf and aviation. Dave and his wife Nanci moved to Winters in 1980, where Dave managed Tufts’ Ranch Packing Shed (now Berryessa Brewing Co.), before

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On this Veterans Day, and every day, we extend sincere appreciation to the men and women who have served our country so proudly.

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David S. Mills embarking on a journey of real estate, community involvement through Rotary, as well as establishing a legacy as the head of the Mills family. He is survived by his bride of 45 years Nanci Mills, daughter Ashlee Mills Minton (John), son Adam Mills (Eleanor), and four grandchildren Kayden Kendrick, Madelyn

Kendrick, Sofia Mills and Easton Mills; as well as two brothers Brad Mills (Ronda) and Charles Mills and many extended family to include aunts, uncles, cousins, nephews and nieces. His contributions to the community will be remembered fondly, and his memory cherished by all. The family will be holding a celebration of life at Berryessa Brewing Co. (27260 Hwy. 128, Winters, CA 95694) on Dec. 2 at 11 a.m. The family invites the community for a time of remembrance and celebration of Rocky Mountain Dave.

In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a tax-deductible donation to Rotary Club of Winters Foundation at P.O. Box 565, Winters, CA 95694.

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USDA otorga más de $23 millones para que escuelas compren directamente de agricultores locales Por Crystal Apilado Traducido por Carol Alfonso Funcionarios federales y estatales anunciaron el pasado Miércoles que firmaron un acuerdo de cooperación con California por más de $23 millones para comprar productos y alimentos de agricultores locales, incluidos productores en los Condados Solano y Yolo, para proporcionar comidas escolares nutritivas y de calidad.

El Programa de Acuerdo Cooperativo de Alimentos Locales para las Escuelas (The Local Food for Schools Cooperative Agreement Program) le da al Departamento de Educación de California (California Department of Education) la capacidad de comprar y distribuir alimentos y bebidas locales y regionales para las escuelas del estado para servir a los niños a través de los Programas Nacionales de Almuerzo Escolar y Desayuno Escolar. Los productos serán saludables y únicos para la ubicación geográfica de cada escuela, dijeron las autoridades. El objetivo general es mejorar la nutrición infantil y construir relaciones entre las escuelas y los agricultores locales.

La subsecretaria de Mercadeo y Programas Regulatorios del Departamento de Agricultura de EE. UU. (U.S. Department of Agriculture USDA), Jenny Lester Moffitt, hizo el anuncio en una reunión el Miércoles en la Escuela Primaria Waggoner (Waggoner Elementary School). Winters es su ciudad natal y asistió a la Primaria Waggoner.

“Como alguien que nació y se crió aquí en Winters, y mientras hablamos sobre este nuevo programa que tenemos en el USDA: llevar comida local a las escuelas, mejorar la capacidad de las escuelas que ya lo están haciendo y permitir que más escuelas lo hagan – No podría pensar en una comunidad más perfecta que hacerlo aquí en mi ciudad natal en Winters, que es un ejemplo increíble y brillante,” dijo Lester Moffitt.

El dinero está destinado a complementar los esfuerzos para permitir que las escuelas compren alimentos cultivados por agricultores y ganaderos locales y regionales para sus programas de desayuno y almuerzo.

Además de crear nuevas asociaciones y relaciones entre las escuelas y los agricultores locales, Lester Moffitt dijo que existe el objetivo de centrarse en crear una oportunidad para que los pequeños agricultores desatendidos proporcionen en sus comunidades.

“Una de nuestras prioridades, y tenemos muchas en este proyecto, es no dejar atrás, en particular, a nuestros agricultores y ganaderos desatendidos. Tenemos un gran enfoque en poder comprar a pequeños agricultores y ganaderos desatendidos para que más agricultores y ganaderos tengan la oportunidad de vender a los niños de su comunidad, muchos de sus propios

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Los estudiantes de Winters muestran al representante John Garamendi y Jenny Lester Moffitt, a la subsecretaria del USDA, fresas que crecen en el jardín de su escuela. hijos también en la comunidad,” dijo Lester Moffitt.

La subsecretaria del Departamento de Alimentos y Agricultura de California (California Department of Food and Agriculture - CDFA), Christine Birdsong, dijo que existe una alta prioridad e importancia en la creación de oportunidades para que los agricultores locales proporcionen alimentos a las escuelas.

“Estos fondos marcarán una diferencia real para proporcionar a todos nuestros estudiantes de California un acceso equitativo a frutas y verduras nutritivas,” dijo Birdsong.

Birdsong dijo que el acuerdo es un sólido impulso a los esfuerzos continuos del CDFA para construir sistemas alimentarios locales resilientes que no solo mejoren la economía local, sino que trabajen para establecer conexiones entre las escuelas y los agricultores y ganaderos locales.

La directora de Servicios de Alimentos y Nutrición del Departamento de Educación de California (California Department of Education Food and Nutrition Services), Kim Frinzell, dijo que el año pasado se sirvieron más de 829 millones de comidas escolares en todo el estado. Frinzell dijo que California continúa haciendo inversiones históricas no solo en alimentos y agricultura, sino también en el panorama educativo al proporcionar fondos que se destinan a la creación de cocinas en las es-

cuelas y brindar capacitación al personal de nutrición para que aprenda cómo preparar alimentos frescos para los estudiantes poder comer.

“Todos los estudiantes tienen acceso a un desayuno y un almuerzo, todos y cada uno de los días escolares, pero todos sabemos que no se trata solo de una comida.

Tiene que ser una comida deliciosa, nutritiva y de calidad,” dijo Frinzell.

El representante Mike Thompson (D-St. Helena), el representante John Garamendi (D-Walnut Grove) y la asambleísta Cecilia

Aguiar-Curry (D-Winters) asistieron y apoyaron el esfuerzo.

“Con este acuerdo de cooperación, ¿Te imaginas cómo será esto? ¿Te imaginas que nuestros hijos tendrán la mejor y la más fina comida que siempre hemos querido que tengan? No estamos simplemente abriendo una lata,” dijo Aguiar-Curry.

“Es buena comida, y los niños van a aprender sobre comida de buena calidad. Tendrán el valor nutricional que proviene de ella y aprenderán sobre la importancia de la agricultura,” dijo Thompson.

Garamendi dijo que el acto de llevar alimentos cultivados localmente a las escuelas no solo proporciona valor nutricional, sino que también crea una comunidad más fuerte y viable al devolver dinero a la economía local.

Tanto Garamendi como Aguiar-Curry coincidieron en que les gustaría que pactos como el Acuerdo Cooperativo de Alimentos Locales para las Escuelas se transformen en programas de comidas para envejecientes y comunidades desfavorecidas también.

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Donate blood in honor of Adam Davis on Nov. 21

By Crystal Apilado Express staff writer The Winters Lions Club and Vitalant are hosting a Winters community blood drive on Monday, Nov. 21 from 1-6 p.m. at the Winters Community Center (201 Railroad Ave., Winters).

Karen Benson-Neil, Lions Club board member, said this month’s blood drive donations are in memorial of the life of Winters resident Adam Davis who died from a form of blood cancer in 2016. Jacqueline, Davis’ wife said during his stay in the hospital, he was the recipient of many whole blood and platelet transfusions.

Benson-Neil said the November blood drive gives the

community an opportunity to celebrate Davis and honor his memory and give back through a blood donation.

Schedule an appointment Community members can schedule their appointment now at www.donors. vitalant.org and choose “Advanced Search,” and then use the blood drive code “SMFM164” in the indicated field. An appointment can also be made by calling Vitalant at 877-258-4825.

Donors must bring a photo I.D. with them on the day of the blood drive. They are also encouraged to eat and drink plenty of fluids before donating.

Whole blood donors must be at least 16

Yolo Sheriff’s Office issues scam warning

By Lauren Keene McNaughton Media Someone is impersonating a deputy sheriff in a local phone scam, and the Yolo County Sheriff’s Office warns locals not to fall for it.

“The scammers reportedly call potential victims and tell them that they need to immediately send money or a gift card to them,” sheriff’s officials said in a Facebook post. “The scammers threaten that if the potential victims do not, a warrant will be issued for their arrest, and they may go to jail.”

The Sheriff’s Office never asks for money or other financial compensation over the phone, officials say.

Anyone who is targeted by this scam is asked to report it to their local law-enforcement agency.

Adam Davis’ niece and nephews invite the community to donate blood in honor of their uncle on Nov. 21.

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years old (16 year old’s need a signed Vitalant parental consent form available online at Vitalant.org),

weigh a minimum of 110 pounds, and be in good general health.

Donors are able to complete Vitalant’s

Open Mic returns to Opera House Winters Open Mic Special to the Express The Winters Open Mic, a nonprofit monthly gathering of musicians, poets, and other performers will be returning to the Winters Opera House beginning Thursday, Nov. 17. The historic Winters Opera House (former home of The Palms Playhouse) is located at 13 Main St. in Winters.

Monthly Open Mic shows will continue at the Opera House through March. All shows will be on the third Thursday of each month, starting at 6 p.m. Sign-ups for performers will begin at 5 p.m.

The Open Mic last took place at the Opera House in March. Since then, it has been held monthly

on Saturday evenings in the cordoned-off portion of Main Street in Winters. Now that the weather is turning cold, the show will move back indoors until spring.

The Open Mic is an all-volunteer organization that depends on the donated time and energy of its crew to keep going.

According to Open Mic founder Sam Hawk, the aims of the Open Mic include giving the opportunity to new artists to gain experience to become better performers and offer seasoned artists a venue to try out new material.

For more information, visit the Open Mic website at www.wintersopenmic.org, or send an email to wintersopenmic@gmail.com.

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Questions regarding scheduling and donating can be directed to Vitalant at 877-2584825.

St. Vincent De Paul accepting signups for community banquet St. Vincent De Paul Special to the Express A group of Winters community volunteers is hosting the “Be Thankful Banquet” Thanksgiving-style dinner with all the fixings on Sunday, Nov. 20 from 2–4 p.m. at St. Anthony’s Parish Hall, 511 Main St. This event is being sponsored

by St. Vincent de Paul and hosted by Saint Anthony’s Parish.

This is a non-denominational, free event and is open to the community on a first come first serve basis. Transportation is available for those who request a ride. Guests are required to sign up by Nov. 14 at one of the following Winters locations: • RISE, Inc., 211 Baker St. • Blue Mountain Terrace, 147 E. Baker St.

• Winters Senior Apartments, 400 Morgan St. Apart• Almondwood ments, 801 Dutton St. • St. Vincent De Paul c/o St. Anthony Parish, 511 Main St. • First Baptist Church, 512 First St. • The Church of Jesus Christ LDS, 435 Anderson St. There is a hard-working committee behind the scenes and your help is welcome. Donations are also welcomed to help fund the efforts. Checks can be mailed to: St. Vincent De Paul, P.O. Box 1025, Winters, CA 95694. Cash donations can be made in person to Sandy Vickery at 7 E. Main St., Winters.

St. Vincent De Paul is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and donations are tax deductible.

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Winters Storytime with Friends, first and third Wednesdays, 10:30-11 a.m., https://yolocounty.zoom. us/j/87905414092 Virtual English Conversation Group, Tuesday, 2-3 p.m., One time registration required: Contact Nancy Pacheco 530-666-8019 or nancy.pacheco@yolocounty.org Outdoor Storytime in the Garden, Second Wednesday, 10:30 a.m., Winters Library Teaching Garden (Weather permitting) Bilingual Storytime in the Garden, Fourth Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m., Winters Library Teaching Garden (Weather permitting) All You Need is Love Romance Book Club, Second Saturday, 4 p.m., Hooby’s Brewing

Older Adult Programs Winters Senior Foundation Chair Yoga Class for Seniors, Wednesdays, 9:30-11 a.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.) Senior Walking Group, Tuesday and Thursdays 8 a.m., Sundays 1 p.m., Meet at Winters Community Center doors facing parking lot Winters Senior Foundation Game Days, Thurdays, 1-3:30 p.m., St. Anthony Parish Hall (511 W. Main St.)

Ongoing “Remembering Monticello” Exhibit, (Closes Nov. 13.)

Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St. Winters Friends of the Library meeting, first Monday, 7 p.m., Meeting details: https://wfol.org/ Rotary Club of Winters meeting, Thursdays, Noon, The Buckhorn Winters Museum public hours, Thursday thru Sunday, 1-5 p.m., 13 Russell St. Winters Open Mic, third Thursday of the month, 6 p.m. (sign-ups begin at 5 p.m.), 13 Main St. Kiwanis Club of Winters meeting, fourth Thursdays, 6 p.m., Pizza Factory Democracy Winters meeting, first/third Saturdays, 10 a.m.-Noon, Meeting details in newsletter, contact info@democracywinters.org Alcoholics Anonymous meetings: » St. Anthony Parish Hall, 511 Main St. (back entrance) Tuesdays, 7-8 a.m. and Fridays, 7-8 a.m. » Yolo Housing office building, 62 Shams Way: Thursdays, 7-8 p.m. and Sundays, 9 a.m.

Berryessa Brewing Co. employees and alumni pitched pitched in to help work the 11-year anniversary event on Oct. 9. one around. It’s become its own thing by us staying open-minded and letting things go where they may. Of course, we guided it in a way, but the community made it what it is for sure,” Miller said giving her two cents regarding the brewery’s success. “I think the biggest keys to longevity of a business is the quality of

By Aaron Geerts Express staff writer A hops, skip and a jump down Highway 128 is a little watering hole known as the Berryessa Brewing Co. And for over a decade, this staple of Winters has not only brewed a devout following, but award-winning beers that keep customers smiling over their suds.

Berryessa Brewing Co. first opened its doors in 2011. Before that, however, co-owner and brewmaster Chris Miller was already making a name for himself and his brew-making prowess in the Washington area. He and Lori Miller, his wife and Berryessa Brewing Co. co-owner, were living in eastern Washington, which is as much a hub of hops production as it is a thriving wine country. The winemakers of the area would indulge in Miller’s brews, and that’s how they crossed paths with Dan Martinez of Berryessa Gap Vineyards.

“All the winemakers and grape growers would come into the brewery to try Chris’ beer. And through that, we met Dan Martinez, who sold a lot of rootstocks to the growers in Washington state. Chris and Dan had conversations, we knew he wanted to open a brewery and it all just fell into place,” said Lori Miller. “The reason we’re in the building we are is because that’s where Dan had space available. And I’m so glad we’re out there because we wouldn’t have had the space to grow since we’ve been here.”

Berryessa Brewing Co. is a partnership with Chris and Lori along with Dan Martinez and Santiago Moreno. While Chris conducts his mad science behind the scenes, Lori brings her background of restaurant management and hospitality to the forefront. Their combined expertise begets a welcoming atmosphere filled with music, good times, beer and has been nothing short of a success for the last 11 years.

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The elephant in the room: interest rates

By Joedy Michael Special to the Express It’s the biggest question in real estate: “Should I buy a home right now? As a consumer looking at housing headlines, you’ve probably heard, “the boom is over,” “homes will lose value,” “the housing market is about to crash” and “interest rates are too high.” These are topics of concern and will be questions that real estate agents will be asked for the foreseeable future.

If you zoom out though, the past 50

years of sales data suggest that the right time to buy a house is actually always now. Housing prices in California have climbed steadily since the 1960s, from median prices of $58,000 in 1960, to well over $800,000 in 2022.

But to really understand today’s market, we need the context of two major pieces of home buying: interest rates and home prices.

Let’s talk about rates for now.

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Mortgage rates have doubled this year and could be an increase in monthly payments to the tune of $900 on average. In January, rates hovered around 3.5 percent on the average 30-year fixed. At the time of writing this, rates are more than 7 percent.

Across the country, people are saying, “I’m just not sure if I can afford it.”

The recent jerk in rates is a product of the current U.S. economy.

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“When rates were so low, was the money too cheap to borrow?”

Interest rates over the past 20 years have been anywhere between 3 to 10 percent, averaging around plus or minus 6 percent. While I can agree that a 7 percent interest rate feels high, one could argue it’s more normal than the sub-3 percent rates many people secured through 2020 and

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So, how could “now” be a good time to buy while combatting higher interest rates?

We’re at an inflection point in real estate where the last couple of years brought tremendous demand and provided limited supply. This has shifted. We’re seeing slowing supply and less demand, mainly due to the rise in rates. Inventory is lasting longer.

Here in Winters, we saw home’s days on the market increase by 157 percent from this same time last year. There is less frenzy and panic, fewer multiple offers, and fewer offers over asking. There’s been a significant drop in the competition for homes. Although not advice I typically give as an agent, six months ago many buyers

were making offers on homes they had never seen while removing all contingencies.

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611 2ND STREET, WINTERS

Sold

This new build is an amazing addition to our community. The triplex features two 3 bedroom 2.5 bathroom units and one one bedroom one bath unit. All three have their own garage and laundry hookups. They are ready to move in and two of them have occupants. Listed for $1,400,000.00. $1,400,00

407 GRANT AVENUE

Sold

Cute home a short walk to downtown and City Park. The owner recently installed laminate flooring. Relax outside on the deck or watch life go by on the front porch. The is a storage shed in the backyard for extra storage. $479,900.

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7 East Main St., Ste. C Winters, CA 95694 530.795.4000 Camelot Winters, Inc.

David Lorenzo

As a local resident of the California community, I am extremely passionate about my hometown and all that its beautiful neighborhoods have to offer. I pride myself on providing my clients with the most thorough, full service experience by creating relationships that extend beyond the sale. Appreciating the diverse culture of California is what makes my job truly rewarding, but seeing the smiles on my clients faces when they find the home of their dreams is what makes my job the best. Let's find your home together.

David Lorenzo CA DRE# 01931112

530-681-1106 lorenzodave@sbcglobal.net

5 ACRES ZONED INDUSTRIAL. Commercial water and PG&E at lot.

Great location on Airport Road close to new housing tract and Trilogy housing tract. Call for details.

Sale Pending!

CUSTOM 4 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM, 3 car garage 2472 sq. ft. in Vacaville, CA. Remodeled bathrooms, new paint inside. Amazing location. This beautiful home backs up to 40 acres of gated open space and the creek. NO REAR NEIGHBORS! Court location!

Wonderful floor plan which features an open kitchen with a center island, Jen air gas stove with a down draft system, granite counters, large pantry, hardwood floors in kitchen, A full bedroom and bath downstairs with private entrance could be used as a mother-in-law unit, 2 fireplaces one in LR and one in FR, a formal dining area and eat in kitchen area. Master bedroom bath has dual vanities, separate shower, and a jacuzzi tub, 2nd bath upstairs also has dual vanities.

Covered patio, nicely landscaped yards with automatic sprinkler system, several fruit trees, 8 person jacuzzi, RV parking, plumbed for soft water, Telsa Solar equipment lease. $775,000.

Sold! 5 ACRES IN WINTERS! 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1600 sq ft popular Olive School area. $799,000. Call for your private showing!!

THINKING OF SELLING YOUR HOME? I HAVE A BUYER LOOKING FOR HORSE PROPERTY IN WINTERS, WOODLAND, DAVIS, ESPARTO OR CAPAY AREA.

DRE# 01167890

707.684.9351 · jean@jeandeleonardi.com

Residential, Commercial & Agricultural Real Estate

Public Figure · Real Estate Agent · Coach

OPPORTUNITY KNOCKS IN NORTH VACAVILLE! 6 approved lots with separate APN numbers. Final map approved project is ready to move forward. Lots located in area of million-dollar(+) homes. Seller owns 31 water rights. Call today for more details! Priced at $1,199,999.

Jean Deleonardi

CARRION PROPERTIES YOUR LOCAL REAL ESTATE EXPERT!!

3 BEDROOM, 3 BATHROOM, 3200 sq. ft. home. In ground pool, new paint, new flooring throughout, large shop, stalls and fenced paddocks for horses, goats, etc.. all on 6 ac Putah Ridge Trails.

Call for more details.

Conveniently Located at: 18 Main Street, Winters CA 95694

John M. Carrion, Owner/Broker CA DRE #: 00970701

RECIPIENT OF THE YOLO COUNTY ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS MASTERS CLUB SINCE 2012

For Results, Not Promises Top Award winning producer at Keller Williams Realty 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 and Northern California & Hawaii Region 2019

GREAT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY! Located right across the street from the G Hotel.

INWinters PEasND ALEused Currently S being a smog/mechanic shop. 9600 square foot lot! $995,000.

SUPER NICE HOME located on a very quiet cul-de-sac. Huge backyard with an amazing G and 2.5 covered patio for 3 beds PENDIN SALEentertaining. baths. Remodeled kitchen and Master Bedroom.

Appointment only. Offered at $659,000.

GREAT CURB APPEAL! 4 beds, 3 full baths.

ING located Just over 2100 square NDCentrally E PEfeet.

L A S close to all schools. Offered at $599,000.

3 BED, 2 BATH ON A CORNER LOT. Established neighborhood. Offered at $445,000. Call SOLD 530-383-1185.

WALKING DISTANCE TO DOWNTOWN. 3 bed, 2 bath with good S size Great court D OLbackyard. location. New roof. Offered at $499,000.

ONE-OF-A-KIND PROPERTY! This is the one you’ve been waiting for. 4 beds, 2 baths completely remodeled. stunning.

D SOLAbsolutely All on a 16,000 square foot lot. Plenty of room for all the toys. Offered at $699,000

Call for details!

(530) 795-3834

127 Carrion Court, Winters

26804 Via Robles, Winters

• Lovely 5 level acre parcel.

• One story.

• 3 beds, 2 baths.

• Single story home.

• RV garage, office and bath.

• Call Jean Deleonardi for more information.

• List Price $1,175,000

446 Cottage Circle, Winters

• NEWLY CONSTRUCTED, detached SFR. • Absolutely adorable and ready for move-in.

• VA APPROVED. • 4 beds, 2.5 baths.

• 1806 sq ft. (approx).

• Builder down assistance available.

• List Price $535,000

“Committed to building strong client relationships based on trust, respect and hard work.”

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Express Yourself Miracle at the DMV Gramps Says Today, I sent a thank you note to the Governor of California, Gavin Newsom. If you are looking for a reason to feel good about something the gov-

ernment did, visit the Department of Motor Vehicles in Vacaville.

On Oct. 27 I went into the Vacaville office to renew my driver’s license and get my Real

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Changing our clocks has got to stop

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our years ago Californians voted to stop messing with our clocks every six months, so why are we still turning our

RECORDING REQUESTED BY Premium Title of California AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO: Western Progressive, LLC 2300 Lakeview Parkway, Suite 756 Alpharetta, GA 30009 ____________________________________________________________________________ SPACE ABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S USE T.S. No.: 2022-00924-CA A.P.N.:027-490-049-000 Property Address: 1987 SCHLOTZ CT, WOODLAND, CA 95776-4914 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTO TALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIP LƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 06/15/2004. 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. Trustor: James S. Fong, a married man as his sole and separate property Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 06/22/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0027510-00 in book ---, page--and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Yolo County, California, Date of Sale: 12/13/2022 at 12:45 PM Place of Sale: AT THE REAR (NORTH) ENTRANCE TO THE CITY HALL BUILDING 1110 WEST CAPITOL AVENUE, WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $ 224,679.23 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE THE TRUSTEE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON 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, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 1987 SCHLOTZ CT, WOODLAND, CA 95776-4914 A.P.N.: 027-490-049-000 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above.

The sale will be made, 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 the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 224,679.23.

Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

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.

The beneficiary of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE 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 this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2022-00924-CA. 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 Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction, if conducted after January 1, 2021, 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 (877)-518-5700, or visit this internet website https://www.realtybid.com/, using the file number assigned to this case 2022-00924-CA 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, by remitting the funds and affidavit described in Section 2924m(c) of the Civil Code, 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.

Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 238 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 https://www.altisource.com/loginpage.aspx Date: November 3, 2022 ________________________________________________ Trustee Sale Assistant WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Published November 9, 16, 23, 2022 #252

clocks forward and back, year after year? I’m not even sure if I like standard time better than daylight saving time, but can’t the country just choose one and stick with it?

The U.S. Senate unanimously voted to make daylight saving time permanent.

These are the same people that can’t agree that the sky is blue. Members of the House of Representatives can’t decide if they want to wake up in the dark or watch the sunrise, so here we are stopping our clocks for an hour, again.

By the time you read this, thankfully, this election cycle will be over. We will have a few new people in office, but most politicians will be reelected. In past elections, I have written about whom I planned to vote for, or, whom I planned to vote against. A lot of newspapers endorse candidates and ballot measures, but not all.

I followed in my father’s footsteps and wrote about politics as the owner/publisher of the Winters Express. I am no longer the owner or publisher of the Express and took the easy way out this year and kept my opinion to myself. It may come as a surprise to some of you, but not everyone agrees with my opinion, nor should they. When you pick one candidate over another, some people get upset. Upsetting people is a choice when it comes to elections or controversial topics like sports and religion.

Even if Taylor let me endorse local candidates, I didn’t feel the need to this year. Not from fear of upsetting anyone, but because they are all concerned citizens wanting to do what is best for Winters. We are lucky that we have quality candidates. They may have different ideas on how to accomplish their goals, but they are all good people.

With national politics, the level of anger has risen with the loss of civility and people’s ability to hear a different point of view without throwing a fit. In the past, I could write about candidates and on election night we would all gather at the Buckhorn and watch the results together. I might even buy a beer or two for the people that didn’t agree with my column, win or lose, and we went on with our lives.

If you discuss national politics there is a chance people start calling each other names, threatening violence or stop talking to each other. There are fringe members on both sides of the

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B4 — Winters Express, Wednesday, November 9, 2022 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220801 10/17/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: ATLANTIS POOL SERVICE Physical Address: 1917 ASTER AVE. WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) LEX EGBERT 1917 ASTER AVE. WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: N/A s/ LEX EGBERT Official Title: OWNER Corporation Name: 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 November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 #243

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220795 10/14/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: TODD BYARD CONSTRUCTION Physical Address: 11 CROSS STREET WOODLAND, CA 95695 Mailing Address: 1296 E. GIBSON ROAD, PMB 220 WOODLAND, CA 95776 Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) TODD S. BYARD 11 CROSS STREET WOODLAND, CA 95695 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 10/03/2011 s/ TODD S. BYARD Official Title: OWNER Corporation Name: 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 October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2022 #239

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220794 10/14/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: SYSMA AGRICULTURE RESEARCH Physical Address: 2577 CHAMBERLAIN CT. WOODLAND, CA 95776 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) SYSMA AGRICULTURE RESEARCH LLC 2577 CHAMBERLAIN CT. WOODLAND, CA 95776 Business Classification: Limited Liability Company Starting Date of Business: 09/27/2022 s/ SAIFUL MUHAMMAD Official Title: PRESIDENT Corporation Name: SYSMA AGRICULTURE RESEARCH LLC 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 October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 2022 #240

SUMMONS (CITACIÓN JUDICIAL) CASE NO: FCS056808 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT (AVISO AL DEMANDADO): DANIEL J. MARTIN, an individual; and DOES 1 through 20, inclusive, YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF (LO ESTA´ DEMANDANDO EL DEMANDANTE): FIRST TECHNOLOGY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Notice! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or at the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legals Services Web site (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case.

The court's lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case. ¡AVISO! Lo han demandado. Si no responde dentro de 30 días, la corte puede decidir en su contra sin escuchar su versión. Lea la información a continuación.

Tiene 30 DÍAS DE CALENDARIO después de que le entreguen esta citación y papeles legales para presentar una respuesta por escrito en esta corte y hacer que se entreue una copia al demandante. Una carta o un llamada telefónica no lo protegen. Su respuesta por escrito tiene que estar en formato legal correcto si desea que procesen su caso en la corte. Es posible que haya un formulario que usted pueda usar para su respuesta. Puede encontrar estos formularios de la corte y más información en el Center de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en la biblioteca de leges de su condado o en la corte que le quede más cerca. Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario de la corte que le dé un forumlario de exención de pago de cuotas. Si no presenta su respuesta a tiempo, puede perder el caso por incumplimiento y la corted le podrá quitar su sueldo, dinero a bienes sin más advertencia.

Hay otros requisitos legals. Es recomendable que llame a un abogado inmediatamente. Si no conoce a un abogado, puede llamar a un servicio de remisión a abogados. Si no puede pagar a un abogado, es posible que cumpla con los requisitos para obtener servicios legals gratuitos de un programa de servicios legals sin fines de lucro. Puede encontrar estos grupos sin fines de lucro en el sitio web de California Legal Services, (www.lawhelpcalifornia.org), en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (sucorte.ca.gov) o poniéndose en contacto con la corte o el colegio de abogados locales. AVISO: Por ley, la corte tiene derecho a reclamar las cuotas y los costos exentos por imponer un gravamen sobre cualquier recuperación de $10,000 ó más de valor recibida mediante un acuerdo o una concesión de arbitraje en un caso de derecho civil. Tiene pagar el gravamen de la corte antes de que la corte pueda desechar el caso.

The name and address of the court is (El nombre y dirección de la corte es): SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 580 Texas Street Fairfield, CA 94533 The name, address and telephone number of plaintiff's attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is (El nombre, la dirección y el número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o el demandante que not tiene abogado, es): THOMAS J. PRENOVOST, JR. 77813 Prenovost, Normandin, Dawe & Rocha 2122 N. Broadway, Suite 200 (714) 547-2444 Santa Ana, CA 92706 Date: (Fecha): JUL 13 2021 Clerk, by (Secretario) K. SHRONTZ, Deputy (Adjunto) Published November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 #245

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transition into something else.

That’s also what great real estate agents do, provide options to meet your

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220776 10/06/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: Lonely Love Boutique Physical Address: 34612 Mallard St. Woodland, CA 95695 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) Alexis Lerch 34612 Mallard Street Woodland, CA 95695 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: N/A s/ Alexis Lerch Official Title: Corporation Name: 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 October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2022 #238 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220787 10/11/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: MAGMA JEWELRY & WARES Physical Address: 618 HERMOSA PLACE DAVIS, CA 95616 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) MEGHAN LEONE KELLY 618 HERMOSA PLACE DAVIS, CA 95616 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 10/11/2022 s/ MEGHAN LEONE KELLY Official Title: Corporation Name: 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 October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 2022 #242

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220798 10/17/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: DOTLAUNCH TECHNOLOGIES HISTORICAL RETAIL Physical Address: 155 3RD ST WOODLAND, CA 95695 Mailing Address: PO BOX 576 WOODLAND, CA 95776 Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) LISA M LUTTON 155 3RD ST WOODLAND, CA 95695 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 01/01/1999 s/ LISA M LUTTON Official Title: OWNER Corporation Name: 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 October 26, November 2, 9, 16, 2022 #241 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE No. 22-318-YLO: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED January 30, 2021. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On November 22, 2022 at 12:45 pm, at the North entrance to the City Hall located at 1110 West Capitol Avenue, West Sacramento, Ca. 95691, The Foreclosure Company, Inc., as Trustee, will sell at public auction to the highest bidder for cash (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) the following described property situated in the County of Yolo, State of California, described more fully within said Deed of Trust. The street address and other common designation of the real property described above is purported to be: 24701 County Road 22A, Esparto, Ca. 95627 APN: 049-180-059-000 The undersigned disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation shown here. 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 in a foreclosure sale under a lien secured by the property, 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 (408) 374-7204 or visit www.foreclosureco.com or www.nationwideposting.com and check Trustee’s Sale #22-318-YLO. 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 (408) 374-7204 or visit www.foreclosureco.com or www.nationwideposting.com and check Trustee’s Sale #22-318-YLO 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. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied regarding title, possession or encumbrances to satisfy the obligations secured by and pursuant to the Power of Sale conferred in the Deed of Trust executed by Bro Properties LLC, as Trustor, Recorded on February 4, 2021 as Instrument Number 2021-0004594 in Book n/a at Page n/a of Official Records in the Office of the Recorder of Yolo County. At the time of the initial publication of this Notice, the amount due to satisfy the obligation secured by the subject Deed of Trust, estimated costs, expenses, fees and advances is $1,462,279.38. To verify the opening bid call (408) 374-7204, before the sale date. The Foreclosure Company, Inc., as Trustee, 827 Cedar Street, Santa Cruz, Ca. 95060 By: Christina Leigh, Foreclosure Officer Dated: October 26, 2022. This office is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose; whether that information is obtained verbally or in writing. NPP0417581 To: WINTERS EXPRESS 11/02/2022, 11/09/2022, 11/16/2022 #248

needs. Looking at it from this perspective will help you and your agent make powerful and confident decisions for you and your

family. Be aware, if rates do drop significantly, you can bet the competition will be back.

Finally, I appreciate the perspective that Warren Buffett often shares, “Be fearful when others are greedy. Be greedy when others are fearful.” I can attest there is a lot of fear out there, but also lots of opportunity.

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FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220781 10/07/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: After Hours Boba & Tea Physical Address: 800 Main Street Woodland, CA 95695 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) After Hours Boba & Tea LLC 800 Main Street Woodland, CA 95695 Business Classification: Limited Liability Company Starting Date of Business: s/ Edward Rodriguez Official Title: Sole Member Corporation Name: After Hours Boba & Tea LLC 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 October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2022 #236 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220831 11/01/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: Midnight Arose Midwifery Physical Address: 106 Quail Ct. Winters, CA 95694 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) Marla Shauer 106 Quail Ct. Winters, CA 95694 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: N/A s/ Marla Shauer Official Title: President Corporation Name: 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 November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022 #250 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220823 10/26/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: ARDAS ACRES Physical Address: 26487 COUNTY ROAD 97 DAVIS, CA 95616 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) PAMINDER S. PARMAR 26487 COUNTY ROAD 97 DAVIS, CA 95616 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 10/25/2022 s/ PAMINDER S. PARMAR Official Title: Corporation Name: 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 November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 #249 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220800 10/17/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: PALETTE ART EVENTS Physical Address: 1917 ASTER AVE. WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) JENNIFER EGBERT 1917 ASTER AVE. WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95691 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 10/16/2022 s/ JENNIFER EGBERT Official Title: OWNER Corporation Name: 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 November 2, 9, 16, 23, 2022 #244 FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220841 11/02/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: Indigenous Digs Physical Address: 711 Oak Ave. Davis, CA 95616 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) Jenella Loye 711 Oak Ave. Davis, CA 95616 2) Scott Carroll 711 Oak Ave. Davis, CA 95616 Business Classification: A Married Couple Starting Date of Business: N/A s/ Jenella Loye Scott Carroll Official Title: Corporation Name: 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 November 9, 16, 23, 30, 2022 #253

FILED IN YOLO COUNTY CLERK'S OFFICE Jesse Salinas, Yolo County Clerk/Recorder F20220788 10/12/2022 Business is located in YOLO County Fictitious Business Name: LTS NETWORKING TECHNOLOGIES Physical Address: 500 6TH STREET #38 WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95605 Mailing Address: Names of Registrant(s)/Owner(s): 1) ANDREY IVANOVICH LOSETSKIY 500 6TH STREET #38 WEST SACRAMENTO, CA 95605 Business Classification: Individual Starting Date of Business: 10/11/2022 s/ ANDREY LOSETSKIY Official Title: Corporation Name: 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 October 19, 26, November 2, 9, 2022 #237

Winters Express, Wednesday, November 9, 2022 — B5

Horchata and churros W Patio29’s Caprese Mushroom Flatbread.

Crystal Apilado/ Winters Express

Whiskey-sipping on an autumn evening

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alifornia Autumn weather is here — finally. The brisk cold cuts to the bone and chills your airways.

It’s not a Kalamazoo fall, but I’ll happily scrape occasional ice off my windshield a few times a month vs trying to blast hot air out of my car with more hot air as the air conditioner attempts to crank out a cool breeze.

I’ve been wanting to go to Patio29 to try some of their fall cocktails for a few weeks now. I tried the Chai Cran at the Rotary’s Food & Wine Gala and my interest in tasting more piqued. While I’m not generally a fan of orange liquors, I am a fan of whiskey.

The Harmons orange whiskey paired with the tart cranberry juice and chai simple syrup was tasty.

Photos of the Boone’s fall cocktails have been taunting me from my Instagram feed. However, with all three of my daughters participating in one sport or another, Friday night sleep has seemed more responsible. When a childless opportunity finally came up, my husband and I decided it was time to take advantage of going out to have cocktails and appetizers.

We breezed through the doors to Patio29 and a multitude of possibilities lay before us. We opted to look at the seasonal cocktail menu. He decided on the Fall Vibes and I chose the Spiked Horchata.

Knowing my appreciation for hot cider with whiskey, my husband let me have a sip.

The PURE cinnamon honey and black walnut bitters brought the basic mulled cider up a notch. Generally, I have a jar of PURE caramel honey in my cupboard, but I’ve decided I’m going to have to expand on my selection for cider season. It would be delicious in hot tea as well, so it’s a win-win.

My Spiked Horchata was a new level of comfort in a cup. I appreciate a cool sip of horchata any day.

But this boozy version adds Harmons cinnamon whiskey to your glass of horchata with a dusting of nutmeg. It’s a smooth sip of deliciousness that warms you up from the inside out. I recommend either heading to Patio29 to try it yourself or bringing home a bottle of their cinnamon whiskey to try in your own horchata recipe.

LEFT: Capital Blend whiskey paired with spiced apple cider and PURE cinnamon honey, left, and Spiked Horchata — Harmons cinnamon whiskey with a dash of nutmeg.

BELOW: Herbed French fries.

Crystal Apilado/ Winters Express

While we were there, we decided to partake in some of the items from their food menu. We ordered the Caprese Mushroom flatbread. I also decided that in my ongoing quest to determine who has the best fries in Winters, it was my responsibility to test out their Herbed French Fries.

The Caprese Mushroom flatbread was delicious. Flatbread crust can be disappointing if it is too hard or too doughy.

Patio29’s was neither of those. The crust was chewy enough, without taking away from the flavor.

The roasted red pepper and sun-dried tomato topped with fresh basil and drizzled with a balsamic reduction did it for me. The hints of sweetness and fresh flavors tied together nicely with each bite. No one

flavor overpowered another. It also didn’t take away from our cocktails.

The Herbed French Fries were delicious.

They, too, did not disappoint. They were lightly seasoned and crispy on the outside.

I felt a little guilty considering I’m supposed to be following a clean-eating lifestyle.

But it didn’t take much arm-twisting to decide that sharing them was better than eating it all myself — which I would have done in a heartbeat.

Patio29’s Herbed French Fries are definitely up there in my top three favorite fries to order in town.

I will have no problem ordering them again — to not share. I may need to do a blind tasting to see which fries reign supreme. But, that’s another column, and I may need to gather some volunteers.

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elp, I did it again. I gave into my sweet tooth and — as always — it did not lead me astray.

In fact, it led me straight to El Pueblo Meat Market & Taqueria where I ordered a toasty churro and a tall glass of horchata to wash the sugar down with more sugar. This tidal wave of sweetness was not only one of the tastiest things I’ve had since my last food review, but is this week’s Flavor Fave!

First, let me get started with the churro. It’s about $45 less than the uninspired log you’d get at Disneyland and tastes 10 times better, too.

Also, I didn’t know it was possible for food to look ‘attractive,’ but the churro’s spiral shape combined with its toasty, cinnamon brown coloring covered in a sparkling coat of sugar … aye Dios mio! It was literal eye candy that made me question if it was too pretty to eat. After dismissing the stupid question, I took a glorious first bite.

The churro’s crunch was beyond satisfying on my teeth’s journey to the middle. The dough was warm and chewy and I was left licking the cinnamon and sugar off my lips after every bite.

Then there’s the horchata to consider right next to it.

The ice-cold, milky white, cinnamon sugar sensation straight up tastes like the holidays. At this point, I’m on a wild sugar high and am getting crazy ideas like breaking my churro in half and dipping it in the horchata.

I’m not saying I’m

Aaron Geerts/Winters Express

El Pueblo Meat Market & Taqueria’s horchata and churros.

The churro’s crunch was beyond satisfying on my teeth’s journey to the middle. The dough was warm and chewy and I was left licking the cinnamon and sugar off my lips after every bite. a culinary genius, but if you haven’t tried doing that, all I have to say to you is, “c’moooon.”

After I scarfed the churro, there was still a little horchata left. Since I’m a caffeine addict, I opted to experiment once again and pour a little horchata into my

coffee. Was it delicious? I mean, what do you think? I was sipping coffchata!

At the end of the day, I was beyond satisfied with this FLAVOR FAVE and couldn’t help but think that milk’s got a whole lotta nada on El Pueblo's horchata!

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BREW Continued from Page 1

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QUICK Continued from Page 3 political spectrum and we’ve allowed them to divide our country. People are afraid to confront these 10 percenters with the facts and call them out for their lies.

SOPHIE Continued from Page 3 California ID Based on previous experiences I anticipated losing half a day. A miracle occurred. I was back in my car in less than half an hour with my temporary license in hand.

I don’t know anything about the machinations of how this change came to pass, but here is my experience of the end results. Upon entering the door, patrons are directed to a ‘screening’ station where

your product and your atmosphere. Having the background of the Berryessa Gap is just the biggest pile of gold that was dropped in our laps. We’re so fortunate to have that and I feel so grateful going to work in this really beautiful setting. It’s also sort of molded into who we are and TV’s blaring sports wouldn’t suit that location, so we don’t do that.”

If one needs proof

Pick a topic and I’ll show you social media posts that no one in their right mind would believe, yet people repeat this garbage. If you watch television commercials, all of the candidates are terrible people who shouldn’t be elected to any political office. I’m not sure if I’ve seen a commercial

your purpose of being there is matched with the necessary papers that you brought. Then you are directed to the ‘waiting’ area of 30 or 40 chairs, all neatly aligned. Not one chair was occupied and I barely got my seat warm before my number was called.

The clerk was a cheerful young lady who was not worn down by years of impatient and tired patrons.

In fact, there was an army of young workers at various locations behind the counters.

There was no need to

of the brewery’s product quality, just look on the taproom walls where over a dozen national brewing awards are hanging. If that’s not enough, one can drive down Hwy 128 on a weekend afternoon and espy the sheer number of cars filling the gravel parking lot.

Through it all, however, the Millers are simply proud to be part of the recipe that makes Winters the best little town on this side of the Mississippi — and the other side

where the candidate tells you why you should vote for them and not why you shouldn’t vote for their opponent.

I’m glad the election is over, and maybe, just maybe, we can go back to having a nice discussion about local issues over a beer, or two.

Have a good week.

fill out forms as I had already done that online. When the clerk waived the need to take the written test I remarked,” I read the Drivers Handbook, cover to cover, three times — I feel cheated and insist on taking the test.” She chuckled and handed me my papers.

I suspect that she had access to the information that I had taken four ‘practice tests’ online and missed one correct answer on two tests and aced the other two.

Another miracle

occurred when I received my license and ID in the mail on Nov. 4. That’s less than a week. That’s almost as good as Amazon.

for that matter.

“It’s been an interesting ride. The last 11 years have gone by so fast, and I’ve learned so many great things in that time. I feel like we deserve an award, too, for running a business as a married couple,” Miller said with a laugh. “One of my biggest philosophies as far as other businesses go is I’m in it to compliment the town and all the other

businesses and not compete with them.

It’s really important to me in whatever we’re doing that we’re in that realm.”

To get a taste of the atmosphere and Berryessa Brewing Co.’s award-winning beer, head to 27260 Highway 128. One can also visit berryessabrewingco.com or its social media accounts by searching @berryessa brewingco.

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Gramps still hasn’t caught on to who is the smartest of us two.

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