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Madrid Middle School Art Students Named Finalists in Water Safety Poster Contest by Michele Earle El Monte
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The artistic talents of two Madrid Middle School students were recognized as they were named seventh grade finalists in the California Department of Boating and Waterways 21st Annual Safe & Wise Water Ways Poster Contest. Over 3,000 entries were submitted by elementary and middle school students across California and Madrid is proud to have two students selected as finalists among all the entries. The award winning students, Mariana Gonzalez and Miguel Lopez are part of art teacher, Sue Parszik’s art class. According to the California State Parks Division of Boating and Waterways, the primary goal of the poster contest is to educate students to be safe and wise when in
Courtesy Photo Madrid Middle School art students, Mariana Gonzalez and Miguel Lopez were named finalists in the California Department of Boating and Waterways 21st Annual Safe & Wise Water Ways Poster Contest.
or near the water. The poster contest allows students to become the teachers, conveying safety messages through their artwork. Mariana focused on the
importance of keeping our water ways clean and free of pollution. “I wanted to show in my poster that you shouldn’t throw trash in the water
ways because the animals suffer and people do too because we eat the fish that swim in the polluted waters.”
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Temple City High School Students Receive ROP Awards by Lynne Burkardt Temple City
Three Temple City High School Seniors, Samantha Walker, Sophia Valderrama, and Jake Ferntheil received Bronze Medals at the Los Angeles County Regional Occupational Program’s Outstanding Student competition and Gold Medals from the Temple City Unified School District. Samantha Walker was recognized for the exceptional photographs she learned how to take in her Digital Photography class. “This ROP class really sparked my interest in photography,” commented Samantha. “I thought it would be a class about the history of photography and how to use a camera. However, I learned so much more than I expected. I learned how to control the lighting settings, exposure to the camera lens,
Courtesy Photo Samantha Walker, Jake Ferntheil, and Sophia Valderrama with ROP awards.
and how to properly care for the camera. But most importantly, I learned how to take a good picture and what it is like to be a professional photographer. I
use these skills to take the best pictures and found that people really enjoyed them. Through this class, I was finally recognized for the skill I loved. Now I hope
to study photography in college and find a career in photography.” Samantha’s other activities include playing ROP Awards continued on page 6
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen All this gorgeous weather, makes me feel like it is already summertime and I long for a vacation! EL MONTE WOMEN’S CLUB held their Annual Reciprocity Luncheon on March 25th in the Grace Black Auditorium of the El Monte Community Center. The meeting began with a Call to Order by President Rita Cazares, Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mary Ann Powers and the Inspiration given by Cathi Eredia. A warm welcome was extended by President Cazares who then made introductions of Club Officers. The San Gabriel Valley District Officers present were: President Mavis Hansen, 1st V.P. Paulette Wright Pope, 2nd V. P. Rosemary Morabito and Recording Secretary Mary Jo Kolakoski. President Rita then presented the Reciprocity Hostesses, the El Monte W.C. Past Presidents: Immediate Past President Mrs. Lorene Gutierrez 201113, Ms. Mavis Hansen 200911 & 1997-99, Ms. Mary Jo Kolakoski and Mrs. Bonnie Jimenez 2007-09. A surprise visit by Secretary Hilda Solis who spoke on her early life in El Monte, her family, education, becoming a Rio Hondo College Board Member, Assemblywoman, Senator, Congresswoman and her ultimate appointment as United States Secretary of Labor by President Obama. Secretary Solis is a past member of the El Monte Women’s Club. Entertainment “Music for Your Day” was presented by Ron Johnson, singer, keyboard and guitar player. Mr. Johnson was an Arroyo High School student who in 1981 was one of the students who competed in the El Monte Women’s Club Musical Competition. CONGRATULATIONS! TO THE City of El Monte, who, this past winter was recognized by the San Gabriel Valley Energy Wise Partnership for the Aquatic Center Natural Gas Savings Project. Through the Energy Wise Partnership the Aquatic Center was able to acquire a one-time incentive payment of $15,723 to purchase pool covers for the indoor pool, outdoor pool and slide pool. The estimated energy savings of $11,965 is the equivalent of 31 homes! For information on the many programs offered or time the center is open, phone 626580-2213. The El Monte Friend
O’Garden Club met on Friday, April 4th at the Norwood Library, in El Monte. President Steve Heimple presided over the business meeting and introduced El Monte Councilwoman Norma Macias as the afternoon speaker. Ms. Macias spoke on the need for the City of El Monte to begin a specific program to beautify the city with trees and urged groups, such as the garden clubs to help and support such a project. The current community project the Friend O’Garden Club is supporting, is the vegetable and flower garden for the third grade students at Rio Hondo School. Members will be attending the Arboretum District Board Meeting on Monday, April 14th in the Lecture Room of the Los Angeles County Arboretum, 301 N. Baldwin Avenue, Arcadia. For information on meetings or membership, contact President Steve Heimple at 626-281-6382. A FREE GARDENING WORKKSHOP will be held on Tuesday, April 15th at 2:00 pm in the Craft Room of the Jack Crippen Senior Center, 3120 N. Tyler Avenue, El Monte. If you have ever been interested in growing your own vegetables, herbs and/or flowers, whether you have a small patio or huge yard, you can reap the benefits of fresh flowers, herbs and vegetables. Growing your own food is economical, fun and easy! Join the group and learn from experts how to plant, maintain and enjoy the gardening experience. Last chance to purchase your tickets for the Soroptimist International of El Monte/South El Monte Scholarship Spring Tea which will be held on Saturday, April 12th from two to four o’clock in the afternoon. The Live Historical Theatre will be featured as well as a Barbie Doll Collection and the traditional Easter Bonnet Contest. Location is Dean L. Shively Middle School, 1431 North Central Avenue, South El Monte. Tickets are $20.00 and proceeds are designated for student scholarships. For further information or purchase of a ticket, phone 626-441-6231. Lots to do! See you soon, someplace AROUND TOWN
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Come Visit the City of San Gabriel’s Farmers Market by Tymeri Cuervo San Gabriel
Grab your market basket and visit the San Gabriel Farmers’ Market at Vincent Lugo Park located at the corner of Wells and Ramona Streets. Sterling Farmers Markets, which produces farmers' markets in several local cities, will operate the event. The market will kick off was Thursday, April 3 with a ribbon. San Gabriel's first farmers' market in a decade will be held weekly on Thursdays from 4 – 8:00 p.m., April 3 through September 25. Each week you can expect to find certified growers, artisan foods and desserts and hot food.
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Miguel’s poster depicted the importance of wearing a life vest when boating and participating in water sports. “This is my first time taking an art class and I really like it,” said Miguel. “Mrs. Parszik is a really good teacher and I like being able to draw and create things in class.” According to Parszik, through art students have the opportunity to excel and experience success without the
academic pressure. “Statistics indicate that providing elective classes like art helps students stay motivated to come to school. Through art they are able to tap into their creativity and imagination while at the same time use math to calculate shapes and dimensions and also study history and cultures as we explore art pieces and artists. Students also learn valuable skills like working cooperatively as they help
each other with projects.” Parszik appreciates organizations like the Division of Boating and Water Ways who provide opportunities for students to be recognized for their art achievement. The posters created by Madrid’s two artists may be viewed on the Department of Boating and Waterways website at www.boatsmarter. com.
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Citrus College Foster Care Student Perseveres to Make a Difference by Valerie Martinez Glendora
Josielyn “Josie” Mercado entered the foster care system when she was 11 years old, shuffling from school to school every few months and never having a place to call home. However, while Mercado’s home life was in a constant state of flux, the now 18-year-old never let the circumstances under which she lived limit the ambitious goals she could set for herself. With the help of Citrus College’s Foster/Kinship Care Education (FKCE) and Resources Programs, which provides quality education and support services to foster youths ages 14 and older, Mercado is now a first-year, full-time student with a 3.5 GPA and plans to become a registered nurse or physician’s assistant. To cap off her personal and academic achievements, Mercado was selected by the California Youth Connection (CYC) to attend a “Day at the Capitol” in Sacramento on Feb. 8. There, Mercado and approximately 230 CYC members and supporters met with legislators to discuss
Courtesy Photos Citrus College student Josielyn “Josie” Mercado, along with other foster care youth from California Youth Connection, meets with Assemblyman Adrin Nazarian, D-Sherman Oaks, during a “Day at the Capitol” in Sacramento on Feb. 8. The event empowers foster youth to transform the foster care system through legislative and policy change.
sibling visitation rights and provide ideas on how to improve the foster care system. CYC, now in its 25th year, is a youth-led organization that empowers foster youth to transform the foster care system through legislative and policy change. “Josie is a remarkable young woman who is using her experiences to be a strong local and state advocate for herself and others, shape legislative reform
and to inspire others,” stated Citrus College Superintendent/President Geraldine M. Perri, Ph.D. Mercado, who graduated from Gladstone High School in Azusa and currently lives with her grandfather, said the experience was more gratifying than she could have imagined. “It was really an exciting opportunity for me to go to Sacramento, have direct access to our local legislators
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With the help of Citrus College’s Foster/Kinship Care Education and Resources Programs, Josielyn “Josie” Mercado, of Azusa, is now a first-year, full-time student with a 3.5 GPA and plans to become a registered nurse or physician’s assistant.
and have a voice in shaping taining good grades, holding child welfare policy statea high GPA, being a student wide,” said Mercado, who leader and educating the fosspoke with three lawmakter youth in our community ers, including Assemblyman of the services that are availAdrin Nazarian, D-Sherman able to them,” Sass said. Oaks. According to the CYC, Lillian Sass, FKCE coormore than 50,000 children dinator, said Mercado, who throughout California are currently assists and guides temporarily housed in prifoster youth on campus as a vate homes, group homes or peer mentor, was deserving institutions. Many children of the opportunity. move between residences “Josie is a gentle soul who is committed to ob- Citrus College continued on page 13
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‘Time Jockey ’ Flowing Water by Joe Castillo
Around the Valley …. Mission Super Hardware on Valley Boulevard in San Gabriel is celebrating its 68rd year in business and just may be the oldest business on the Valley Boulevard thoroughfare. Founded by Joe Falabrino in 1946, the store continues to thrive as a family owned business. If you can’t find a part at the larger Home Depot and Lowe’s Super Stores, there’s a good chance it’ll be at Mission Super Hardware. … Five years ago a property was listed for sale in Temple City. It is said that the property once belonged to ‘Lucky’ Baldwin, who won it in a poker game. Even though the house was built in 1938 and Baldwin died in 1909, he may have actually owned the land at one time. However, it was doubtful he ever foresaw the future value of his property as the house was listed in 2009 for $628,000 but today is worth quite a bit more. ... In 1958, the population of Alhambra was 56,153. In 2010, it was listed at 83,059…. The Almansor Golf Course was only 9 holes and 2,355 yards long. But the best deals were the green fees, which were only $1.00 on weekdays, and $1.25 for weekends and holidays. It is unknown if that price included a cart or a bucket of balls ... The San Gabriel Mission Playhouse was the dream of playwright John Steven McGroarty, who wrote the epic Mission Play in 1911. The façade of the Playhouse was modeled after Mission San Antonio de Padua in Monterey County, with arched doorways and bell towers. The inside of the playhouse includes lanterns which were replicas of those found on Spanish galleons and tapestries presented from the King of Spain in 1927…. Water World… In 1928, a group of business men and politicians met in Pasadena to discuss how to get water from the Colorado River into Southern California. The group formed what is today the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) but it took over two years to locate a route over the desert. William Mulholland, representing the City of Los Angeles, was instrumental in developing the Colorado Aqueduct in bringing water into Southern California. In 1929, a $220 million dollar bond was passed to build the aqueduct and provide jobs for nearly 35,000 people. The project started on Jan. 25, 1933 and
was completed in June 1941. The aqueduct is 242 miles long with 97 miles of tunnels. Even though California is in the middle of its worst drought in years, the aqueduct continues to provide the Southland with its primary source of water….
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Kiwanis Honors Cloverly Elementary School Students by Jerry Jambazian Temple City
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The Kiwanis Club of Temple City recognized two outstanding students from Cloverly Elementary School. Accompanying the students were Principal Stephen Martin Edo and teacher Ms. Andrea Saldana. Kody is 12 years old and is in Ms. Saldanas’ class. He has an older sister and likes to play basketball, play video games, and listening to music. Kody said, “The best things about Cloverly are the great assemblies, teachers, and the Instructional Resource Center.” The best thing that ever happened was being born. Personal goals are to stop violence in the world, construct a building in space, go to college, become a professional basketball player, and read 1000 books. Shawn is 11 years old and is in Ms. Carlson’s class. He has an older sister and enjoys playing the violin,
playing basketball, science and astronomy. Shawn said, “The best things about Cloverly is the friendly, helpful atmosphere, and the diversity of Cloverly by sharing new ideas.” The best thing that ever happened was when his parents signed him up for Pre-Algebra in the 5th grade. Personal goals are to help homeless people, build a peace monument, become a better violin player, get on the honor roll, and focus on the subjects he struggles in. Each week the Temple City Kiwanis Club is pleased to recognize outstanding students and their teachers from Cloverly, Emperor, Longden, Oak Avenue, and the Dr. Doug Sears Learning Center. Kiwanis treats students and their teacher to lunch. Students receive a certificate, a letter for their parents, a bumper sticker, a gift certificate from The Hat
Restaurant, and a photograph of them receiving their award. Their photo will also be published in Mid Valley News and displayed in the Temple City Unified School District lobby. Temple City Kiwanis has been serving our community since 1939. Members are dedicated men and women who desire to make a difference in the quality of life for the youth of Temple City. Kiwanis meets at 12:00 noon each Tuesday at Denny’s Restaurant. To find out more about Kiwanis, please contact Jerry Jambazian at (626) 643-9460. You can also visit their website at www.templecitykiwanisorg.
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Temple CityHigh School Instructor Receives Dartmouth Scholarship by Lynne Burkardt Temple City
by Eugene R. Webb I have a wonderful family that means the world to me; Therefore, I am as grateful as I can possibly be. I love human beings for each one is like no other; I like sharing and learning things from one another. I have learned to love all kinds of cats and dogs; Horses, goats, rabbits, turtles, pigs and even hogs. Animals are really smart and often can be trained; They have feelings, and will answer if called by name. There are wonderful animals that work on the farm; Treasured cows and others should never be harmed. I had a steer, 1 goat and sheep, we had 23 all named; Sheep were lambs raised on a bottle, none the same. I truthfully am happy to be well and still alive; I know I'm over the hill at the old age of eighty-five; I really enjoy writing poetry for the Mid Valley News; Inspired by you folks, I'll try not to sing the blues. People have told me my poems make them laugh or cry; I feel so lucky to express my thoughts or at least try. My professor told me, "a published poet I would be"; Here I am writing for all of you great people to see. ROP Awards continued from page 1
on the TCHS Varsity Water Polo team and has received a Gold Award, the highest award possible from the Girl Scouts of America. Sophia Valderrama received accolades for her outstanding work in her Sports Medicine class. “Taking this Sports Medicine class has allowed me to preview what my future career as an athletic trainer would be like.” In this class I have learned the basic skills that all athletic trainers should know to help their athletes improve in their sport,” noted Sophia. “I have also learned vital life skills such as CPR training and first aid. Most importantly it has motivated me to go to a university and pursue this as my career.” Sophia is also enrolled in an ROP Culinary Arts class at Temple City
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High School. Jake Ferntheil was recognized for his success in the Advanced Woods class. “The best thing about my ROP class is that it gave me the ability to create something useful with my own two hands,” explained Jake. “Being able to make something that I need around the house like a shelf or a lamp is a great accomplishment. Learning how to safely use all the tools have allowed me to create bowls, boxes, a shelf, or anything else out of wood. Another cool aspect is how many people want me to make something for them. Jake’s other interests at Temple City High School include being on the Football and Track Teams and playing in the TCHS Pride of Temple City Band.
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Temple City High School Social Science Instructor, Stacy Rudzik, has received a full scholarship to attend a Native American History Seminar at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire on August 3-9, 2014. Ms. Rudzik teaches World History, U.S. History, and Speech and Debate at Temple City High School. The seminar will explore Native American history through a series of different topics and case studies. Participants will discuss early encounters, the Lewis and Clark expedition, U.S. Indian policies, Indian removal, Indian persistence in the face of American expansion and assimilation policies, and the importance of Indian history to understanding American history.
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Succesful 1st Annual Tastes and Sounds of El Monte and South El Monte by Ken Rausch El Monte
The El Monte/South El Monte Chamber of Commerce and the Five PointsEl Monte/South El Monte Rotary Club teamed up to host this inaugural event on Thursday, March 27th. With close to 200 attendees and over 25 Chamber member restaurants, guests were able to taste fine foods, while being entertained by local musicians. “We wanted to offer the community an opportunity not only to showcase our restaurants, but provide a nice evening of fun and entertainment”, Pastor Gil De La Rosa, Rotary Club President stated, “we will definitely make this an annual event” Sponsorships of the event included, San Gabriel Valley Water Company, Valley Jewelry, Lawrence Equipment, Credit Union of Southern
California, De Witt Petroleum, Alliance Nursing Centers, Brown’s Jewelry and Loan, Wukmir Heating and Air Conditioning and Longo Toyota-Scion Lexus. In addition, three raffles were conducted with generous donations by the following: Pama Mgmt., Jim Sefton, Doug Halverson, Five Points - El Monte South EM Rotary Club members, Credit Union of Southern Calif., El Monte Credit Union, Vons Credit Union, Valley Vista Services, Oliver Mujica- Renaissance Opportunity, FierroUSA Merchandise Inc., Jim Mussenden, Dukes Baseball, Louis Ipollito- Integrated Waste, WIN Hyundai, Juan Morales, Mike Shively, Wilkie's Florist, El Patio Bar and Grill, Lorena Lizarraga, Ramona Care Center- Rosa Espadas.
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Councilwoman Macias Welcomes U.S. Transportation Secretary Foxx to Visit Nogales Street Railroad Crossing by Valerie Martinez El Monte
City Councilwoman Norma Macias, who serves as Chair of the Alameda Corridor-East (ACE) Construction Authority, welcomed U.S. Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx to the region during his visit to the Nogales Street highwayrail grade separation project. “With more than 45,000 vehicles interrupted by nearly 50 trains per day, the Nogales Street crossing is among the most hazardous in California and in the nation,” said Macias. “The Alameda Corridor-East Construction Authority will close this crossing for 24 months to construct a project separating the road from the railroad. We thank Secretary Foxx for making local safety projects a priority and for taking the time to see how we are investing in our local infrastructure.” Congresswoman Grace Napolitano and Congressman Ed Royce were also present in welcoming Foxx. Napolitano helped arrange the visit, and has been a strong supporter and advocate for ACE. In addition, several members of the ACE board were in attendance,
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including Montebello Mayor Pro Tem Jack Hadjinian, Alhambra Councilwoman Barbara Messina, San Gabriel Councilwoman Juli Costanzo and El Monte
Mayor Pro Tem Bart Patel, who serves as ACE alternate to Macias. The intersection is located immediately north of State Route 60 in the City of
Industry. Once completed train horn noise and reduce in 24 months, the roadway traffic congestion and veunderpass and railroad hicle emissions. bridge will eliminate colli“This project could not sions, delays for emergency have been built without responders and Councilwoman Macias continued on page 14
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El Monte Hosts Durfee Students at City Government Day by Valerie Martinez El Monte
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learn more about their specific City departments and discuss the employee’s roles
and responsibilities. The students also took a tour of the El Monte Police
Department. After the tour, the students and City staff enjoyed a lunch at Shakey’s
Pizza sponsored by the El Monte Kiwanis club.
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El Monte continued a long tradition of helping students see government in action on Thursday, March 27 at the 50th Annual City Government Day. “City Government Day is a strong tradition at Durfee Elementary and we are so proud to continue this partnership,” said Councilman Juventino “J” Gomez. “I love watching as the students learn how their city operates and how policy decisions made here impact their daily lives.” A group of 16 students from Durfee Elementary School met with members of the El Monte City Council and City staff to learn how a City Council meeting works. All students were invited to attend the next City Council meeting on Tuesday, April 8 where they would receive a certificate of participation by the El Monte City Council. Students were then assigned a City employee to shadow for the morning, where they were able to
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Joe T's Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Brave New World You know things are out of whack in college basketball when Connecticut and Kentucky can meet in the NCAA men’s finals and have the journeys to get there described as “Cinderella” like. Oh and by the way, it might be racist to refer to the Kentucky basketball team as “athletic.” So mind what you say and think or you could be brought up on thought crime charges. Good News Department: “The Joe Show” with Ken Ferreira broadcasts tonight at 6 and 6:30 on KMVR at www.midvalleyradio.net Department of Income Inequality: The Fan Cost Index comprises the prices of four adult average-price tickets, two small draft beers, four small soft drinks, four regular-size hot dogs, parking for one car, two game programs and two least expensive, adult-size adjustable caps. Dodger Stadium: Average Ticket: $22.37, Average Total: $204.95 Angels Stadium: Average Ticket: $27.54, Average Total: $196.16 Yankees Stadium: Average Ticket: $51.55, Average Total: $324.30 Diamondbacks Stadium: Average Ticket: $16.89, Average Total: $151.55 MLB Stadium: Average Average Ticket: $27.73, Average Total: $210.46 (***Note: I know the above stadium names are different, but I used the team/stadium designation for clarity.)
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Happy Birthday this week to:
4/9: Former Arcadia big man John Miles turns 28. 4/11: Former Temple City wide receiver Kenny Werner turns 23. 4/12: Former El Monte lineman, Rosemead Principal, current Mt. View Principal Larry Cecil turns 52. 4/15: Former Rosemead defensive end/tight end Stephen Barela turns 30. Contact Joe at joe@midvalleysports.com Follow Joe at @joet13b on Twitter Listen to “The Joe Show” every Wednesday (6:P.M.) at www.midvalleyradio.net
Rosemead Bests Arroyo in MVL Showdown by Corey Kwok El Monte
With the top spot of the Mission Valley League at stake, Rosemead came from behind to beat Arroyo 5-2 on Friday afternoon and remain unbeaten in league play. Knights pitcher Renzo Perez retired 11 consecutive hitters to frustrate the Panthers at the plate way before a dramatic shift in momentum in the top of the sixth went against him. Rosemead was served a quick two outs to start the sixth, but aggressively chipped and scrapped away to stay alive. Two infield singles and a double steal put runners on second and third. The Panthers Marcus Gomez hammered a two run single into right-field to put his team ahead for good. Rosemead went on to add two insurance runs in the top of the seventh including an RBI base hit from Matthew Campos. Angel Lopez Jr. went the distance, walking one, striking out four, and surviving 10 hits and two runs (both earned) to pick up his second MVL, and season, pitching win.
Rosemead’s Matt Campos. Photo by Joe Torosian
Knights pitcher Renzo Perez. Photo by Joe Torosian
Vikings Win Spartan Power Games by Staff Writer El Monte
Things to Keep an Eye on: The South El Monte Eagles softball team overcame a 3-2 deficit with a three run sixth inning to defeat Arroyo 5-2 last Wednesday. The Eagles Amanda Lopez was solid in the field while driving in two runs. South El Monte followed that win with a 7-2 victory over Gabrielino on Friday. Ashley “Smashley” Diaz went four for four with two home runs and three runs batted in from her spot at shortstop. The Eagles are a perfect 5-0 in league, 7-4 overall. Question: Are there any Olympic Games this year? It seems like every few months there is an Olympic Game...Kind of like country music award shows.
The Mt. View Vikings won the 2014 Spartan Power Games at Damien High School on Saturday morning. The event featuring Orange Lutheran, Bishop Amat, Damien, Mark Keppel, Schurr, and Mt. View was for the most part a linemen competition that incorporated other team members as well. The Vikings took first, host Damien second, Orange Lutheran third, Schurr fourth, Keppel fifth, Amat sixth.
Top photo: The champion Mt. View Vikings. Photo courtesy of Victor Ambruso. Bottom photo: Vikings assistant Leander Benjamin in role of motivator. Photo by Joe Torosian.
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
In college football you don't have to wait until late August to see the players in helmets and pads. They're in full gear in April. And so it was at Azusa Pacific on Saturday. The Cougars are coming off a big year after they were moved up to D-2 and are expecting even bigger things this season. In case anybody was keeping score, the Black squad beat the Brick 21-20. There were several big catches, Ed Dillihunt, big throws, Andrew Ellfers and big plays, Tarik Myles. Myles broke off a kickoff return for a touchdown putting on a display of speed that head to be seen to be believed. Elffers, who rallied the Black team with two touchdown passes for the win, compared his performance to a basketball player. “When I played basketball at Maranatha I wanted the ball at the end of the game. If I needed to hit a three then I was going to shoot a three. It's the same here. I may have missed some throws early but I wanted to keep throwing it. I wanted the ball at the end of the game,” he said. It paid off too when he tossed the game winner late in the contest. Elffers even ran one in for the conversion. The incumbent, Nick Owens, looked solid as well playing quarterback for the Brick. He led the squad to a 20-6 advantage until Elffers brought them back. The Cougars have only two quarterbacks in Spring camp. Chad Jeffries, the local boy who transferred in from San Diego State, isn't eligible to play until the Fall. Another player that shined for the Cougars was receiver Deji Olajide. With his route running and soft hands, he was making life miserable for cornerbacks all morning long. Former Gladstone quarterback, turned offensive lineman, Paul Flores was on the field for APU as well. He was listed as a senior last year. I'm still not sure if he was just filling out the roster or has a year of eligibility left. Ran into former Hoover/ Arcadia HC Chris Long Saturday at the APU scrimmage. At least we thought we ran into Chris Long. When Mid Valley staffer Duane Barker and I approached the official who looked exactly like Chris Long he quickly straightened us out. “Oh you're talking about my twin brother Chris. I'm Corey,” he said. “I get that
a lot.” I can see why. He looked, walked and talked exactly like Chris Long. Yes, identical twins. Corey Long did let us know that Chris Long is still coaching. He's on staff at Bishop Montgomery. At least that's what “Corey” told us. We've still never seen them together. Rosemead had their first throw of the spring season on Saturday at Montebello along with Garfield and Ribet Academy. “The boys did well all things considered. Good thing is we can only get better,” said Panther HC Marc Paramo. Well we should hope so coach. It's only the first week of April. Why was Clipper point guard Chris Paul booed at the Dodger game? So you're a Laker fan. Okay. Then you more than anybody should realize that Paul is twice as good as any player on your current roster. Is it because he was once a Laker but didn't stay? That wasn't his fault. That was all David Stern. I don't get it. That's my principle. Tim can be reached at tim@ midvalleysports.com or on Twitter @tspeterson 40.
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The Arroyo Knights softball team celebrates at the plate after freshman Shynia Torrez’s home run Friday afternoon against Rosemead. The blast was one of several as the Knights rolled to a 21-4 victory over their Mission Valley League rivals. Photo by Joe Torosian
Black Beats Brick in APU Scrimmage by Tim Peterson Azusa
The Black squad rallied to beat Brick 21-20 Saturday in the Annual Azusa Pacific University Spring Scrimmage. Andrew Elffers led the comeback from a 20-6 deficit throwing a pair of touchdown passes. He also ran in the conversion for the 21-20 win late in the contest. Nick Owens played quarterback for the Brick squad and also threw a couple of TD strikes. The scrimmage is a chance for APU players to get their first test to compete in full helmet and pads. It’s also an opportunity for the alumni and fans to see a glimpse of the upcoming team. Former APU star Luke Marquardt was one of the former players on hand to check out the team. Marquardt is trying to make the team with the San Francisco 49ers. “It’s all about having fun out here today. It’s just good to be out here. It’s football season,” said Azusa Pacific Coach Victor Santa Cruz. For former Maranatha quarterback Elffers, he’s keeps on working to improve every day. “I’m just trying to get better as a quarterback,” Elffers said. “Better on reads, throws, everything.”
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Sudoku What's in the Stars??
Solution for Sudoku in issue 4.16.14
Aries Someone's words will take on a tone of intensity for you now. Don't fall into a dark, brooding mood as a result. It's good to clear the air, and time to break your silence.
Taurus You're due for someone elegant, refined and oh-sosuccessful to cross your path. The good news is that they'll be around for a nice, long while.
Gemini
ACROSS
THE TWENTIES
1. Attention grabber
1. Hidden, also "lost" in French
2. Tallest volcano in Europe
6. ___ and flow
3. Movie roll
9. Beehive basket
4. *Famous Chicago hotel, opened in 1920
13. "Private Parts" author 14. ___ v. Wade 15. The Great Muppet 16. _____ peak 17. ___-Wan Kenobi 18. Bedazzle, e.g. 19. *"The Jazz Singer" and such 21. Honeymoon, e.g. 23. Finale 24. RPMs 25. Electric guitar hookup 28. *Art ____ 30. Kindle editions 35. Figure of worship 37. Margaret behind sexual revolution 39. *Flashy ocean ride in "The Great Gatsby"
5. Uncharitable or cruel 6. Son of Aphrodite 7. *Roaring Twenties hairstyle 8. Neutral shade 9. *"Bib-Label Lithiated LemonLime ____," a.k.a. "7Up" 10. Be aware of a fact 11. Poet Pound 12. Child's dream gift? 15. *Fitzgerald's famous character 20. Swelling
You're about to fall in love with the unexpected, and it will happen in a very dramatic way -- but you never did mind that kind of thing, did you?
Cancer If you play your cards right, you'll be in the perfect company. Get ready for spontaneous, surprising and wonderfully fun times.
Leo Someone you've always thought of as 'just a friend' will be along shortly with a bold, brazen comment -- one you might not mind hearing at all.
Virgo Clean, putter and cook yourself a healthy meal. If you really have to go out, pick up provisions, a video and the person with whom you most want to share a game of Scrabble.
22. Adam's partner
Libra
24. *Route 66, e.g.
You need to be ready for just about anything for a couple of days. This includes sudden phone calls, surprise visits and invitations to travel.
25. Mushroom cloud maker 26. Journalist Shriver 27. Song of joy
Scorpio
40. *This "biscuit" was renamed a "sandwich" cookie in 1921
29. Relinquish or abandon
41. Supplemented 43. Salty drop
32. *Lindbergh's first solo crossing of Atlantic ____
44. Chronic disease in homeopathy
33. Popular pant style for men 34. Seatbelt
46. Pitcher with handle and spout for pouring
36. *Like Hemingway's generation
47. Maori war dance
38. Owner's acquisition
48. ______ weight in boxing
42. _____ queen
50. Actor Sandler
45. Indian spice mix
52. Frostiness
49. Auto unit
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51. The next day
55. Bygone bird
54. Breastplate
57. *Musical name for the 1920s
56. Sun-dried brick
61. *"Return to Normalcy" President
57. Pleasures
Aquarius
65. Architectural projection
58. Domain 59. Pizzazz
You're in the mood for a little excitement -- okay, no, a lot of excitement. Just don't damage any enduring relationships in the process.
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31. The Hippocratic ____
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE SALE NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-
than one mortgage or deed of trust on the
13-561980-JP Order No.: 130108621-CA-
property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWN-
MAI YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A
ER: The sale date shown on this notice of
DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/14/2006.
sale may be postponed one or more times
UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PRO-
by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or
TECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE
a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the
SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED
California Civil Code. The law requires that
AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF
information about trustee sale postpone-
THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU
ments be made available to you and to the
SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public
public, as a courtesy to those not present
auction sale to the highest bidder for cash,
at the sale. If you wish to learn whether
cashier’s check drawn on a state or na-
your sale date has been postponed, and, if
tional bank, check drawn by state or federal
applicable, the rescheduled time and date
credit union, or a check drawn by a state
for the sale of this property, you may call
or federal savings and loan association, or
714-730-2727 for information regarding the
savings association, or savings bank speci-
trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site
fied in Section 5102 to the Financial Code
http://www.qualityloan.com , using the
and authorized to do business in this state,
file number assigned to this foreclosure by
will be held by duly appointed trustee. The
the Trustee: CA-13-561980-JP . Informa-
sale will be made, but without covenant or
tion about postponements that are very
warranty, expressed or implied, regarding
short in duration or that occur close in time
title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay
to the scheduled sale may not immediately
the remaining principal sum of the note(s)
be reflected in the telephone information or
secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest
on the Internet Web site. The best way to
and late charges thereon, as provided in the
verify postponement information is to at-
note(s), advances, under the terms of the
tend the scheduled sale. The undersigned
Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charg-
Trustee disclaims any liability for any incor-
es and expenses of the Trustee for the total
rectness of the property address or other
amount (at the time of the initial publication
common designation, if any, shown herein.
of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated
If no street address or other common desig-
to be set forth below. The amount may be
nation is shown, directions to the location of
greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY
the property may be obtained by sending a
MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE
written request to the beneficiary within 10
TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): GUA-
days of the date of first publication of this
DALUPE NAVA AND JOSE ACOSTA,
Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to
WIFE AND HUSBAND AS JOINT TEN-
convey title for any reason, the success-
ANTS Recorded: 11/21/2006 as Instrument
ful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy
No. 20062580056 of Official Records in the
shall be the return of monies paid to the
office of the Recorder of LOS ANGELES
Trustee, and the successful bidder shall
County, California; Date of Sale: 4/23/2014
have no further recourse. If the sale is
at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain
set aside for any reason, the Purchaser
located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomo-
at the sale shall be entitled only to a re-
na, CA 91766 Amount of unpaid balance
turn of the deposit paid. The Purchaser
and other charges: $492,251.64 The pur-
shall have no further recourse against
ported property address is: 4134 LINCOLN
the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the
AVE, EL MONTE, CA 91731 Assessor’s
Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previ-
Parcel No.: 8569-012-006 NOTICE TO PO-
ously been discharged through bankruptcy,
TENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering
you may have been released of personal
bidding on this property lien, you should un-
liability for this loan in which case this let-
derstand that there are risks involved in bid-
ter is intended to exercise the note holders
ding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding
right’s against the real property only. As re-
on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing
quired by law, you are hereby notified that
the highest bid at a trustee auction does not
a negative credit report reflecting on your
automatically entitle you to free and clear
credit record may be submitted to a credit
ownership of the property. You should also
report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms
be aware that the lien being auctioned off
of your credit obligations. QUALITY MAY
may be a junior lien. If you are the highest
BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR
bidder at the auction, you are or may be re-
ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND
sponsible for paying off all liens senior to
ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL
the lien being auctioned off, before you can
BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date:
receive clear title to the property. You are
Quality Loan Service Corporation 2141
encouraged to investigate the existence,
5th Avenue San Diego, CA 92101 619-
priority, and size of outstanding liens that
645-7711 For NON SALE information
may exist on this property by contacting
only Sale Line: 714-730-2727 Or Login
the county recorder’s office or a title insur-
to:
ance company, either of which may charge
statement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318
you a fee for this information. If you consult
Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA-
either of these resources, you should be
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aware that the same lender may hold more
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NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN BY THE UNDERSIGNED THAT A PUBLIC LIEN SALE OF THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED PERSONAL PROPERTY WILL BE HELD AT THE HOUR OF 11:00 AM ON THE DAY OF APRIL 23RD 2014 AT 11310 STEWART ST CITY OF EL MONTE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA. THE PROPERTY IS STORED BY EL MONTE STORAGE – EL MONTE, LOCATED AT 11310 STEWART ST EL MONTE CA 91731 NAME _______ DESCRIPTION OF GOODS ALLISON JILLIAN, REED, WALL UNIT, FURNITURE ARMANDO AVILA, FURNITURE, BED, BIKE TOOLS JOSE LUIS SALAZAR, TOOL BOX, VACUUME, WASHER&DRYER,,PIAN0 MARY MICHELLE GUTIERREZ BOXES, FURNITURE ROUSBEL Y. BAIRES BOXES, FURNITURE, LUGGAGE ESMERALDA RAMIREZ DRILL PRESS, CAR PARTS, WINCH CARLOS LEDESMA BIKE, BIKE PARTS RAFAEL STEVEN CHAVEZ BED, BOX, BAG RODRIGO A DEL LA TORRE BIKES, FURNITURE, BLUERAY, BED, BOX.TV WENDY DIAZ FURNITURE, FRIDGE, BED, SPEAKER, ELECTRONICS THIS NOTICE IS GIVEN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE PROVISIONS OF SECTION 21700 ET SAQ OF THE BUSINESS & PROFESSION CODE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. AUCTIONEER’S NAME AND #: AMERICAN AUCTIONEERS DAN DOTSON BLA6401723 DATED: April 4, 2014 by: JOANNA DEL REAL 04-09-2014
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three to five times throughout their stay in foster care, leading to 55 percent of foster youth not completing their high school education. Nevertheless, through Citrus College’s innovative Youth Empowerment Strategies for Success (YESSLA) program, Mercado and others like her have stayed on track to a successful future. The program offers information on financial aid and provides counseling, extra tutoring and moderate assistance for books. First exposed to the college’s program at 16 years old, Mercado has implemented strategies she learned in YESS-LA, giving her invaluable learning opportunities to develop life skills and help others in a similar situation. She also credits her younger siblings for motivating her to succeed. “I suffered growing up, and I didn’t want to see my little sisters suffer,” she said. “I also didn’t want to end up without an education or living on the streets. I wanted to set an example for my sisters, and I believe I am.” Dr. Patricia Rasmussen, president of the Citrus Community College District Board of Trustees, praised Mercado for her accomplishments and for being a leading voice of change. “I commend Josie for wanting to help foster youth throughout the state,” Rasmussen said. “She is truly an inspiration.”
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$30.8 million in federal funds previously allocated,” Macias continued. “Funding in previous federal transportation bills was critical to the ACE grade separation projects. Funding important freight projects like this is very challenging, and the ACE Construction Authority is highly encouraged by President Obama’s proposed four-year, $10 billion Multimodal Freight Investment Program. We urge Congress to fully consider this proposed program when legislation is released next month.”
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El Monte Council Supports Assembly Bill that will Help Control Rent at Mobile Home Parks by Chelsea Dickerson El Monte
The El Monte City Council voted unanimously on Tuesday, March 25 to support California Assembly Bill 2587, legislation that, if passed, will enable local cities to modify base rents at certain mobile home parks after conducting rent surveys. "We need a change in our State laws to be able to control the excessive rent increases that certain residents in our City are facing,” said Councilwoman Norma Macias, who has been a champion of the issue for nearly two years. “This is also an important, longterm solution to stopping price gouging and protecting our residents from those who prey on them and their vulnerability.” The bill, sponsored by Assemblymember Roger Hernandez, will empower
local jurisdictions to conduct surveys to determine the base rent amount for regional mobile home parks. After 90 days, the local government would be able to consider and approve a different base rent amount that is more appropriate for demographic and economic conditions. Mobile home parks are a source of affordable housing for many low-income households and senior citizens in the City of El Monte. The cost of moving a mobile home is often so expensive that owners are forced to accept onerous rent increases instead of paying the prohibitive cost of moving their mobile home to another park. Following concerns by residents, the City found that rents at Brookside Mobile Country Club were 51 to
71 percent higher than the equivalent apartment rent space. A 2012 survey, which did not include Brookside, showed the average rent paid in El Monte’s mobile home parks was $488 per space a month. In contrast, the 2013 City tenant survey found Brookside rents to average $1,322 per space a month, with a high of $1,633 per space a month. During the November 2012 election, El Monte voters passed Measure F, the "El Monte Fairness for Mobilehome Owners Ordinance," which repealed a 1990 voter-approved ordinance that bars the City Council from regulating rental levels in mobile home parks. The passage of Measure F restored certain powers to the City Council that would
enable members to inquire into the fairness of rents being charged at mobile home parks in El Monte and consider measures to protect affordable housing resources within parks, including rent control. “When voters passed Measure F, they voted for skyrocketing rents to end,” Macias said. “This new law will allow local cities to reset rents at mobile home parks before they become excessive and begin to take advantage of residents, who often live on fixed incomes, is imperative to addressing home owners’ concerns in a fair and just manner.” Macias also made the recommendation to add language to the bill that would strengthen the disclosure requirements made by park owners during the leasing process.
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