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Former Contestant on The Voice Shares his Singing Talents by Michele Earle El Monte
Justin Grennan, one of Mountain View School District’s new members of the Maintenance staff is a man of many talents and he recently shared his vocal talents with students and staff at La Primaria School. Grennan, was a contestant on season one of the hit TV show, The Voice where his exceptional singing led to
him earning one of the top 16 spots in the competition as a member of Christina Aguilera’s team. The La Primaria Cubs were very excited to learn of their hard working Maintenance man’s celebrity status and were impressed with his awesome singing which kicked off a great school day. “I see Mr. Justin working around our school a lot and I didn’t know Mr. Justin could
sing and play the guitar,” said a student. “I watch The Voice and it’s cool that he was on the show. He’s a really good singer and I’m glad he sang for us.” Grennan sang the National Anthem and the popular song Happy. Students clapped, danced and sang along to the upbeat tune. “It’s great to be here and perform for you today,” said Grennan. “La Primaria is a great school and I’m happy
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From film star to race car driver to foods entrepreneur to charitable benefactor, Paul Newman led a full and generous life. For his contributions to the arts and to philanthropy, the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) will honor him with the release of a stamp this Friday, September 18. Acting was not Newman’s original focus. Following World War II Navy service, he entered college to study economics. But, when bar room conflicts got him kicked off the football team, Newman took up drama to productively channel his energy. He graduated and eventually landed on Broadway in “Picnic.” His success on stage led to stardom as rebel leads in films such as “The Hustler,” “Cool Hand Luke,” “Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,” and “The Sting.” When he grew tired of being offered the same types of roles, Newman turned to directing films, including Oscar-
nominated “Rachel Rachel” which stars his wife, Joanne Woodward. Over his career, Newman was nominated for 10 Oscars, winning Best Actor for 1986’s “The Color of Money.” He received an honorary Oscar in 1985 and was awarded the Jean Hersholt Humanitarian Award in 1993 for his charitable pursuits. His film career also introduced Newman to auto racing. He fell in love with the sport while making 1969’s “Winning.” He continued racing until age 82, each year changing his race car’s number to reflect his age. In 1980, Newman unintentionally got into the foods business when he bottled his homemade salad dressing and gave it as gifts to family and friends. In his own words, “It started as a joke that got out of hand.” The dressing was so popular, he was encouraged to sell it to grocery stores. Thus began the Newman’s Own all-natural foods line. It also
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Modern Square Dancing Sponsored by the San Gabriel Valley B’ n B’s Club Begins: Sunday’s, September 13, 20, or 27, 2015, (Accepting new dancers for first 3 weeks). At Community of Christ Church, 9468 Broadway, Temple City, at 7:00 - 9:00 PM. Cost: First lesson is Free, $6 per lesson after that. Instructor/ Caller: Frank Lescrinier. Phone for more info: Judy (626) 287-1946 or Marlene (626) 359-7924 Sponsored by the Grin-N-Square. It Dance Club Begins: Tuesday’s, starting Sept. 22, 29, or Oct. 6, 2015 (Accepting new dancers for first 3 weeks) Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 5319 N. Halifax Road, Temple City, Time: 7:00 – 9:00 PM. First lesson is Free, $5.00 per lesson after that. Instructor/ Caller: Phil Farmer. Phone for more info: Randy and Pat (626) 358-6485. Mike & Marlene Phillips (626) 351-9875 No Partner Needed – Families Welcome
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RUN WITH OUR PACK! Become a Cub Scout ATTENTION BOYS IN GRADES 1-5!
If you like to bike, hike, camp, fish, make stuff, and help others then you have what it takes to become a Cub Scout. In our games with a purpose program you will make friends, earn awards, learn new skills and have a great time doing it! JOIN THE FUN! JOIN PACK 66! Where:
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Fabulous Food, Fun & Live Entertainment at the 57th Annual Pasadena Greek Festival Opa! If you’re in the mood for fabulous homemade Greek food you’ll love the atmosphere at the 57th Annual Pasadena Greek Fest at Saint Anthony’s Greek Orthodox Church in Pasadena, California slated for Saturday and Sunday, September 19 and 20, 2015. Enjoy award winning dance group performances and live Greek music at Southern California’s preeminent Greek Festival. Sponsors Methodist Hospital and the Pasadena Star News invite the public in this annual end of summer tradition. Come celebrate…eat…live “all things Greek”. Pasadena GreekFest hours are from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 on Saturday, September 19, 2015, and 1 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 20, 2015 at Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church, located at 778 South Rosemead Boulevard, Pasadena, California. 91107. The event is priced at $4 for adults and children under 12 years are free. “Pasadena Greek Fest offers one last chance to celebrate the end of summer. Take a trip with us as we transport you to Greece for a weekend. Enjoy food, wine, spirits, music and dancing! Visit our Hellenic Theater featuring culinary and cultural presentations. “There is so much for to see, hear, taste, smell and feel, that all your senses will be delighted” says Greek Fest Chairman Julie Balas.
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Around Town by Mavis Hansen Most of the summer fun is but a good memory already. EAST LOS ANGELES-MONTEBELLO BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL WOMEN will hold their monthly dinner meeting on Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at Polly’s Pie Restaurant, 1322 W. Beverly Boulevard, Montebello. Social/ networking time will start at 4:30 PM and dinner, to be selected from the menu, to start before 5:00 pm. Each person pays for their own dinner. There is no charge for the meeting/program and all are welcome to attend. The program will be presented by ALICE NISHIMOTO, 2013 Garvey School teacher of the Year. Alice Nishimoto has a BA in Home Economics from Whittier College and a MA in Education from California State University, Los Angeles. Ms. Nishimoto has received numerous grants from National Endowment of the Humanities to study at various places in the East Coast during the past summers, while on school vacation, including Ellis Island. She has also served as a Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Mentor and Peer Assistance and Review Consulting Teacher and Lead Teacher in the K-12 Science Alliance while at Garvey School. She has worked with the Ocean Institute, Aquarium of the Pacific and Cabrillo Beach and Marine Aquarium at various capacities to enrich water education for her students. Because of this work, she was honored with a proclamation from the California State Senate for the Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District Groundbreaking Project. In 2008 Ms. Nishimoto received a grant from the National Endowment of the Humanities to visit and do research at Ellis Island. Immigration from Europe began going through Ellis Island in 1892 and continued until 1954 when it was essentially abandoned. One of the buildings she was allowed to visit on this program, regular tourists do not get to see: it was the hospital. She will present a Power Point and share what she learned at Ellis Island about the immigrants and what they went through. A most fascinating program. All interested are welcome
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to attend. For further information or reservations phone Linda Wilson at 626307-5650 or Email: lindalwilson@juno.com. SGV FRONT LINE FOR VETERANS, First Responders and their families invites the community to a special exhibit: “REMEMBERING OUR FALLEN.” The exhibit will be held from September 20th through September 26, 2015 at the American Legion Post 13, 131 N. Marengo Avenue, Pasadena. Open to the public from 8:00 AM until 7:00 PM. All are welcome to this special exhibit at no charge. California Memorial Sponsor is Bellevue University. SAN GABRIEL VALLEY DISTRICT PARLIAMENTARY GROUP will meet on Tuesday, September 15, 2015 at the Baldwin Park Woman’s Club, 3817 Baldwin Park Boulevard, Baldwin Park. The meeting will begin at 10:00 AM. 2015-16 New Officers are: President: Paulette Wright Pope,Vice President: Maryann Drew, Recording Secretary: Linda Koontz, Corresponding Secretary: Marianne Jennings, Treasurer: Marge Spilllman and Parliamentarian: Gayle Lewis. Appointed Chairmen: Presidents Aide: Margaret Dickson, Hospitality: Maryann Huetnick, Budget: Marge Spillman, Citizenship: Margaret Solonisn, Inspiration: Ann Valleroy, Opportunity: Diana Asmundson, Hostess: Trudy Garnier and Membership: Mavis Hansen. The program will be presented by TOBY KAHAN, California Federation of Women’s Clubs First Vice President, San Gabriel Valley District President 200810 and member of the East Valley Woman’s Club. Ms. Kahan will speak on “Why By-Laws Are Important.” The San Gabriel Valley Parliamentary Group meets 5 times a year: September, November, January, March and May. Meetings are held at the Baldwin Park Woman’s Club and start at 10:00AM. There is no charge for meetings and guests are always welcome.
Student's Corner The War on Grocery Stores The 626 area is known for historic monuments and its multi-cultural setting. However, notably, the culture of the city is changing. Or is it really? Margie Myers, an Alhambra resident for 64 years, talked with the Los Angeles Times about the increase in Asian shops in her area. The Ralph’s Supermarket on Main Street closed this spring, and in its place sprung the 99 Ranch Market. The 99 is known for supplying neighborhoods with Asian delicacies, ranging from fruits, breads, and meats. Myers complained about the change, claiming that she had to drive miles to
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South Pasadena for the closest Pavilions market. She also acknowledged the feeling that her culture is being pushed out, and her comfort in her community is lessening. Myers recalls the “familiar smell of the Pavilions, the American music on its soundtrack, the way the fish comes wrapped in plastic…” She claims that shopping at the 99 Ranch would later turn into bad driving due to lack of communication, rude attitudes, and cleanliness. Apparently, a change in the grocery store would also change the country’s perception of Alhambra, California. Admittedly, the Asian community has increased from three to fifty-two
percent of the Alhambra population, according to the 2013 census. The growing Asian population is the population that dominates the area, so they have to be catered to. Most families are immigrants missing the comfort of home, and the grocery store is one of the beginnings of that. Myers sentiments are understandable, given her tradition and ties with her home city. We all feel territorial about the places we call home. However, these grocery stores are a part of the story of the country’s gradual change to cultural mixtures. Her complaint isn’t the only one out there, as cultures are becoming more various and prominent throughout the Student Corner continued on page 10
Webb'S Rules HARD TO BELIEVE by Eugene R. Webb
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It was just one of these hot days in June; Hard to believe what happened that afternoon. I was looking at some pictures, sitting in the den; When suddenly in my lap fell the left lens. We’re planning a trip to Twin Falls, Idaho; This is a place we try our best each year to go. So on my desk, my wallet was laying real flat; Believe me, I had forgotten all about that. I can only think about one thing at a time; And getting my glasses fixed was on my mind. So with only one lens and no license I did drive; Looking at Kaiser I was just about to arrive. All I had to do was pull into the parking lot; Turned to sharp, hit the curb, hole in the tire I got. Now I had more problems than I had ever planned; In Kaiser I used the phone, gave the glasses to the man. I called my wife to get the information for Triple A; He towed me to Firestone and on the glasses, no pay. When the tire was ready, I called my wonderful son; Came on his bike, put it in the van, the day was done.
Another busy week gone by, another busy week to come. Stay Cool! Happy Birthday, dear daughter-in-law Blair Hansen.
Ashley Lanuza, contributing student writer from San Gabriel Mission High School.
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to be here.” Joining MVSD this past June as a General Maintenance Worker II, Grennan utilizes his construction skills and expertise daily in a variety of tasks pertaining to school facilities and offices. And, now that he’s shared his musical talents, he will be sought after for performances throughout the District. “We really appreciate Justin coming out this morning and singing for our school,” said Tony Lugo, La Primaria principal. “He’s very talented and we are grateful for all his hard work to ensure our school stays in good condition and for kicking off our Friday in such a great way. We have a connection of community here at La Primaria and Justin’s not only our dedicated maintenance worker, but part of our La Primaria family.”
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by Glen Maldonado Buena Park
Knott’s Scary Farm is back this year with new mazes and returning some of your favorites starting September 24th Knott’s Scary Farm spent no time in scaring us, as soon as we entered the theater we were emerged in a atmosphere that sent chills down my spine and people were screaming in terror. Once you went more in you understood the screaming, people dressed up and scared the audience entering the theater and one was lucky enough to scare our editor Devette. Jerry tucker came in dressed as Hannibal lector and hosted the event. He started off saying Scary Farm pass will return costing 70 dollars for pass holders and 80 dollar regular price. Quantity is limited and parking can be added for an additional price, free for pass holders on sale till sept 20th. The shows return to Knott’s Scary Farm Elvira’s Asylum returns featuring insane levels of music and she will not be on a trampoline. The Hanging Straight Outta Calico returns and lawn man is back to battle all pop culture and to kill your favorite pop stars and Justin Bieber. Audience gets to rate the show on your smart phone and they get to say how good the show is every presentation. Scare zones return and there is no safe place to hide. Fiesta de la Muetros ultimate
party for dia de Los muetros, people dress up like skeletons and haunt the streets of Knott’s. Carnevil returns scarring you with so many clowns if you have a fear of clowns you shouldn’t enter this scare zone. Ghost town original most terrifying scare zone it’s the largest scare zone in history. Pinocchio Unstrung Maze returns with a new Skelton key room he’s looking for skin to make him a real boy, with a new pleasure island area. Black Magic Encounter, Hoodini returns with new tricks and scares featuring a new knife cabinet hall and séance room scare. Trick or Treat maze is back with a new potion room and attic and dinner party where the witch awaits you. Forevermore returns with a first time ever skeleton key room featuring the short story “Eleonora” with all new room designs. Voodoo - Order of the Serpent must
conquer serpent demon goddess in the new Skelton key room the maze features a new finale and is longer than ever. Tooth Fairy, Daniel Miller has designed a new horrific ending with a black out room were you feel your way out and a X-ray strobe light room this maze will have all your senses disgusted. Special Ops: Infected - Patient Zero, creator John Cook say you must find patient zero and escort them out this time. This time the weapons have been upgraded and the battle is bigger with twice the zombies and twice the distance with health meter and respawn points.
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The Gunslinger’s Grave: A Blood Moon Rises is back and the red hand gang returns with magical powers of the skin walker but now there werewolves with new areas like the Skinwalkers’ Lair. Dead of Winter, ice queen land is a cold and scary one you’ll have to make your way through this maze in highly white maze with an amazing contrast and snow and blood will be everywhere. My bloody Clementine, Daniel Miller designed the boosted mine ride with tech and digital map and for the first time ever the mine will have live actors to give you even more big scares. Paranormal Inc. is a new maze that feature a group of ghost hunters and you go on a journey with them that will haunt you, featuring high flying aerial stunts. The Green witch and the deadly seven sins will be waiting for you will you join them permanently? Courtesy Photos by Devette Johnson
Supervisor Hilda L. Solis Motion Offers $20k Reward for Information by Deputy Rosa M. Santana Los Angeles
The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today unanimously approved a $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest of suspects in connection with the 2013 murder of East Los Angeles university student, Gabriel Soto. On May 25, 2013, Gabriel Soto’s life was cut short by an act of senseless violence, and two years later, no one has been held accountable. “Gabriel Soto was a bright light. He was the first in his
family to attend college. He was a role model for so many in East Los Angeles,” said Supervisor Hilda L. Solis, who introduced the motion. “We ask that anyone with information about Gabriel’s unfortunate death come forward. His family deserves justice.” Soto was known for his strong work ethic at school and for his ability to inspire his peers through his core values of respect and hard work. After graduating high
school, Soto continued his education at Lincoln University in Jefferson City, Mo. Authorities believe Soto was murdered at 601 S. McDonnell Street in East Los Angeles on May 25, 2013 at 2:54 a.m. Anyone with information should call Sgt. Ken Perry or Sgt. Fred Reynolds of the Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 8905500 or (888) 412-7463.
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‘Time Jockey’ The Pathfinder by Joe Castillo
Candidate for Office …. John Charles Fremont may have been one of the most interesting, underrated and admired individuals in the history of the United States. His personal achievements, military importance and civic leadership have placed Fremont in a rarified stratosphere of famous Americans. In 1856, he was the Republican Party’s candidate for President of the United States and his followers were known as the “Black Republicans” and followed the principles established by Thomas Jefferson and his Democratic Party. When the anti-slavery party was established, its members were known as “radicals” whose slogan was “free speech, free press, free soil and free labor.” One of its more vocal leaders was Abraham Lincoln, who would succeed Fremont as the next Republican Party Presidential candidate in 1860 and would go on to become the 16th President of the United States. For nearly three decades, the Democrats had dominated Congress with its “slave power” platform and a clear division in the political atmosphere of the country was growing with each passing week. The 1856 Presidential campaign was the first one filled with an abundance of character assassination attacks and Fremont took the brunt of those attacks. It became so bad that efforts were organized to rename the town of Fremont, California and the Fremont Bridge in Oregon. Other mudslinging attempts against Fremont included incorrect statements which identified him as a Catholic, a serious concern for members of the Know Nothing Party and its candidate Milliard Fillmore. Fremont was put into a position to defend himself and his religious background of the Protestant Episcopal Church. Fremont’s exploits in mapping California were further questioned with the opposition party stating the Fremont Party primarily followed animal trails which required no special pathfinder or mapping skills. In addition, Fremont’s self-indulging plans for California, his subsequent court martial and eventual pardon by President Polk, made Fremont an easy target for attacks by his opposition.
Prior to 1856, Fremont was known as the leader of the California Battalion, which went on to defeat the Mexican army for possession of California. Fremont drafted the Capitulation at Cahuenga and was present to sign it at the Campo de Cahuenga, today located across from Universal Studios in Los Angeles. The Capitulation ended the War with Mexico and vaulted Fremont to the role of the first civil governor of California, a position which he was saluted by both American and Mexicans citizens residing in California. Fremont lost his bid for President of the United States but went on to become the first U.S. Senator from the newly formed State of California, which led the drive to bring California into the Union as a “free soil” state and prohibit slavery. He had a short career in the Senate but his accomplishments in the Senate were monumental, especially supporting the anti-slavery movement. John C. Fremont, statesman, explorer, politician and American hero…
Temple City High School Receives High Rankings by Lynne Burkardt Temple City
Temple City High School has yet again been named one of the Best High Schools in the United States. Newsweek magazine has ranked TCHS 137 in California and 725 in the nation. TCHS students have the opportunity to take Advanced Placement (AP) course work and exams. The AP participation rate at Temple City High School is 51 percent; 45.6 percent of students are “college ready” and 43 percent are
economically disadvantaged. TCHS’s 2,039 student body is made up of 51 percent male and 49 percent female with a total minority enrollment of 89 percent. The Newsweek high school rankings have been published for more than a decade and recognize the achievements of the best public high schools in the United States for college readiness. The Temple City Unified School District serves stu-
dents in transitional kindergarten through high school. The District embraces its core values of service, integrity and honor through academics and extracurricular activities. For more information about TCUSD schools, call 626-548-5120. The District is committed to 21st century academic excellence to ensure students are ready for the challenges of tomorrow.
Temple City Union School District Welcomes New Administrators by Lynne Burkardt Temple City
Temple City Unified School District welcomes nine new administrators to Temple City High School and the District Office teams. The administrative team fills vacancies created by retirements and promotions. Temple City High School has two new Assistant Principals, Richard Lohman and Laura Sanchez. Before joining the TCHS team as Assistant Principal, Richard Lohman, taught History for 13 years and was an administrator for 5 years in the Centinela Valley
administrator overseeing categorical funds for 2 years, and teaching World History for 15 years in the Montebello Unified School District. Ms. Sanchez completed her Masters in Educational Leadership from Concordia Lutheran University in Irvine and her Bachelors in History from University of California at Santa Barbara. Meghna Bulsara, TCUSD’s new Director of Fiscal Services, comes to the District after holding a variety of senior accounting positions for nearly 10
Harper comes to the District with over 20 years of education technology experience, most recently at Orange Unified School District for over 19 years. Mr. Harper also has a telecommunications background in addition to educational technology. He completed his Bachelors in Information System from the University of Redlands. Kevin Herington moves from Temple City High School to the District Office as the Director of School to Career Enrichment Programs. Before coming
Left to right: Paul Marietti, Laura Sanchez, Monica Rodriguez, Andy Harper, Meghna Bulsara, Richard Lohman, Natasha Neumann, Kevin Herington, Melissa Kistler
Union High School District. Mr. Lohman completed his Bachelors in History from California State University Long Beach and his Masters in Education from National University. Assistant Principal, Laura Sanchez, comes to TCHS after being an Assistant Principal for 1 year, a site
years in the Azusa Unified School District. Ms. Bulsara completed her Bachelors in Financial Accounting and Auditing from the University of Bombay in India. Andy Harper begins his TCUSD career as the Director of Technology. Mr.
to the District Office, Mr. Herington was an Assistant Principal at Temple City High School for eight years. He began his teaching career in 1997 teaching English in South Kitsap High School in Washington state. Prior to coming to TCHS, he
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threatening illnesses. Started in 1988 with The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Connecticut, these free camps are now worldwide. Ten years later, he co-founded the Committee Encouraging Corporate Philanthropy. Its mission is to inspire CEOs of major businesses to engage their companies in charitable activities. And, in
2006, Newman helped start the Safe Water Network. Worldwide, 6,000 children die every day from waterrelated disease. Newman recognized this statistic needs to be, and can be, eliminated. The USPS’ Forever stamp features a photo of Newman taken by photojournalist Steve Schapiro. The words
“Actor/Philanthropist” are printed along the side of the stamp to recognize Newman’s many accomplishments. The first day issue ceremony will be held in Cleveland, Ohio, Newman’s birthplace.
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led to Newman’s largescale charitable endeavors. Declaring, “Let’s give it away to those who need it,” Newman decided all aftertax profits from Newman’s Own would go to charity. To date, over $430 million has been donated. Newman’s next project was the Serious Fun camps for children fighting life-
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Joe T.’s Scoreboar d By Joe Torosian
Rosemead Clubbed by Burroughs by Joe Torosian Rosemead
Raise your hand if you really believe the Los Angeles Dodgers will win the National League pennant? A lot of folks believe they are, and while I’m a New York Mets fan, the team everyone should really be worried about is the Chicago Cubs. ***I hate to be the buzz kill but even though USC is 2-0, and has outscored opponents 114-15, let’s remember the teams they’ve played: Arkansas State and Idaho. They couldn’t scare anybody with a Freddy Krueger mask on Halloween. ***Really enjoying my late season acquisition of the MLB Extra Innings package. I only have to complete a chore to be named later in exchange. The chore is to be determined by my wife. ***If you did not see Lawrence Spicer’s performance Friday night against Arcadia you missed something special. The yards and the touchdowns were great, but it was when he scored them. Each of Spicer’s four second half touchdowns immediately followed an Apache score that brought them within a touchdown. The final? Monrovia 60 Arcadia 45. MidBits: *** The St. Louis Rams defeated the Seattle Seahawks 34-31 Sunday afternoon. *** Arroyo’s loss to Montebello, after being up 17-0, was extremely painful. *** If Arcadia can figure out a way to stop the run, they will be a great team. Easier said than done. *** Has anybody in America been working longer at one job than Dodgers announcer Vin Scully? Scully was hired by the team when they were still in Brooklyn in 1948. Other than some members of congress, who lasts that long in one job? Amazing. ***As a follow up to last week’s fantasy football comments let me say that if the Rams win (the REAL NFL Rams), I could care less about what my fantasy team did. If they both win it is a great day, but fantasy, in any form, should never trump reality. Happy Birthday this week to: 9/16: Arcadia alum Brian Golper turns young. 9/20: Former Temple City lineman Tony Forrand
turns 34. 9/21: Former Arcadia football player Darius Elliot turns 21. 9/21: Former Temple City softball pitcher Kelsey Hardwick turns 25. 9/22: Former South El Monte quarterback Fernando Ramirez Jr. turns 20. 9/22: Former Arcadia softball player Christina Alfonso turns young. (If you have a sports birthday you’d like acknowledged drop me a line at the address below):
There was an initial feeling things would be close. Burroughs scored and Rosemead followed with a quick strike of its own but the visiting Indians took control and cruised to a 49-15, running clock, victory at Rod Marinelli Stadium on Thursday night. Moments after Burroughs’ cornerback Jaret Worbol
picked off Steven Nava on the game’s opening drive, Steven Hubbell connected with Cade Boreland for a 16yard touchdown pass. Nava came right back with a 66-yard touchdown pass to Darien Camacho to tie the score, 7-7. It was one of several Burroughs breakdowns during the course of the game, but this is the only
one the Panthers were able to take advantage of. From there on out it was all Indians. Chance Bell racked up 148 yards running to go with three touchdowns and Erick Hernandez grabbed three scoring tosses from Hubbell. A running clock was put in play in the second half.
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The Panthers have played three tough teams to start the season, but it may be time to circle the wagons with an 0-3 record. Photo by Jazmin Sahagun
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The Arcadia High School cheer squad doing their thing before the Apaches game against Monrovia. Photo by Doug Brown
The Rosemead High School cheer team last Thursday night. Photo Jazmin Sahagun
The ‘Mid’ Football Scores Thursday Burroughs 49 Rosemead 15 Mountain View 49 Glenn 14
Rosemead stat-keeper Jimmy Williamson has been working the sidelines for 35 years. Photo by Joe T.
Friday Montebello 36 Arroyo 27 Chino 41 South El Monte 0 Alhambra 34 Temple City 21 El Monte 30 Azusa 26 Monrovia 60 Arcadia 45 Rio Hondo Prep 49 Gabrielino 6 Sierra Vista 52 Keppel 28 Northview 35 Baldwin Park 0 Montclair 37 Duarte 13 Walnut 28 La Puente 17 San Gabriel 36 Pasadena Marshall 8 La Quinta 54 Bosco Tech 33 (Basset did not play)
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The Peterson Principle By Tim Peterson
What’s going on in the Palomares Legue? Four teams are undefeated and all appear to be legitimate Central Division contenders. Is there a tougher division in the area? I was surprised by all the talk on the boards that Bonita didn’t come to play this week. The Bearcats beat Santa Fe 32-6. Would 45-6 have made a difference? Santa Fe isn’t a world beater but it was a 26 point win for Bonita! The Bearcats, now 3-0, continue to roll having scored 121 points in three games. They’ll get another “W” this week when they rout South El Monte. They won’t be tested until the Smudgepot game with San Dimas on September 25. Claremont is also 3-0. The Wolfpack needed a 42 yard field goal from Jacob Olesniewicz as the clock hit zeroes to knock off Covina. The offense revolves around Duy Tran-Sampson and the running attack. Ball control and good defense is going to keep them in every game. It’s been good enough to take care of El Rancho, West Hills and the Colts so far. Is it good enough to win the Palomares? Probably not, but a playoff spot is a great possibility. Glendora (2-0) is the favorite of many to win the league. With USC commit Matt Fink behind center the Tartans have a shot not only at league but the Central Division title as well. They beat a couple of rugged opponents in Alta Loma and San Gorgonio. We’ll know more this week when they line up against last year’s Central Division runner up Los Altos. Then there’s Diamond Bar. I somewhat dismissed the first two victories. I mean, the Brahmas were supposed to beat Duarte and Walnut. But if you look closer they didn’t just beat them, they destroyed them. Then last Friday night they knocked off a San Dimas team that put 41 on Maranatha the week before. Apparently Marcus Hughes needed that second year to get things rolling and he’s done just that. D-Bar has allowed just 27 points in three games and the offense, led by senior Dimaggio Rico (401 yards in two games) is doing what it needs to do. With a name like Dimaggio Rico he has to be good. Again, another legit contender. Who are the two teams that aren’t undefeated in the Palomares? That would be South Hills and Ayala. Yeah...there’s no easy outs here. ***Yes, Darreon Lockett is playing quarterback for Pomona. But he’s also playing slot receiver, running back and defensive back. Dude does everything except drive the team bus. That will be
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next week. If you look up Lockett on Max Preps he’s simply listed as “athlete.” Yeah, that would be him. ***Everybody that liked Monrovia in the Rio Hondo when the season started (myself included) has now jumped to San Marino correct? The Titans have scored 196 points in three games. No, that’s not a typo. Looking at their remaining schedule and it’s easy to see them running the table. Circle October 10 on your calendar. Monrovia at San Marino. And Monrovia just gave up 45 points to Arcadia. Yikes!
Ten divisions, 100 teams, and hundreds of players and coaches were out in the humidity and heat this past weekend as the AYSO Region 98 soccer season began. In a tight contest Pink
defeated Aqua Fresh, 1-0, in the Girls 14-Under opener. In other action Purple Crush defeated Your Worst Nightmare 5-1. Next week’s contests will be played at three different fields. Madrid
Middle School in El Monte, Almansor Park in Alhambra, and Live Oak Park in Temple City. Games will start at 8:30 A.M. on Saturday morning and the final round of games will begin at 4:P.M.
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Things were up in the air for most of the Pink-Aqua Fresh match on Saturday at Live Oak Park. Photo by Joe T.
The ‘Mid’ Football Top 10 Monrovia’s Lawrence Spicer rushed for 357 yards and six touchdowns on 32 carries at Arcadia on Friday night to help the Wildcats to their first win of the season. That was on the field. Off the field they picked up another victory when Burbank forfeited its Zero Week win over Monrovia. Looking at the scoreboard, it is just not a happy time for area football.
1. Monrovia 2-1 2. Bassett 1-1 3. Rio Hondo Prep 1-1 4. Mt. View 2-1 5. Arroyo 1-2 6. Arcadia 0-2 7. Sierra Vista 2-1 8. Gabrielino 1-2 9. Alhambra 1-2 10. Rosemead 0-3 Monrovia’s Lawrence Spicer scoring one of his six touchdowns against Arcadia last Friday night. Photo by Doug Brown
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What's in the Stars??
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Aries You may watch the clock today. It can be hard to focus on tasks when you’re thinking about relaxing, but do your best. You won’t get through your tasks any faster if you’re unfocused.
Taurus If someone you know is going through a rough time, they could come to you for support or advice.
Gemini With some leisure time on your hands, you’ll find an opportunity to start fresh in some area that has challenged you.
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ASTROLOGY ACROSS 1. Fisherman’s ____ in San Francisco 6. Rejuvenating spot 9. Tom, as opposed to tabby 13. Drawing support 14. Center of activity 15. John Hancock, e.g. 16. Novelist Jong 17. Pilot’s announcement 18. Bar order, with “the” 19. *Bull 21. *Part of Watery Trigon 23. Once around 24. Bank deposit 25. Skedaddle 28. Russian parliament 30. Psychologist of classical conditioning fame 35. Author Murdoch 37. It “was made for you and me” 39. Judd of country music 40. “Well” to Sofia Loren 41. Formed a curve 43. Ski lift 44. Haile Selassie’s disciple 46. *One point of constellation 47. Spilled the beans 48. Base that dissolves in water, chem. 50. U in I.C.U. 52. Spanish river 53. Type of rich soil 55. Romanian money 57. *Castor and Pollux 60. *”Wandering Star” 63. Conical dwelling 64. Make a knot 66. Socialite Hilton 68. Change the Constitution 69. Cathode-ray tube 70. Speak like Cicero 71. Hand-me-down 72. “For ____ a jolly...” 73. Famous for biting an ear
DOWN 1. Bitty 2. Robert Wagner or Stefanie Powers, 1979-1984 3. “Heat of the Moment” band 4. Happen again 5. Like bell-bottoms 6. “____ So Fine,” song 7. “He ____ in his thumb, and pulled out a plum” 8. Old-time calculators 9. Catchall abbr. 10. Flu symptom 11. Baron Munchhausen, e.g. 12. Architectural add-on 15. Result of beach bathing 20. Palate lobe 22. One of The Alps 24. Holy place 25. *Balance in the sky 26. “He’s ____ ____ nowhere man,” Beatles 27. Capital of Belarus 29. *Named after God of War 31. Giant kettles 32. Relating to a lobe 33. Yemeni neighbor 34. *Celestial maiden 36. Bristle 38. Jerry Lewis’ sidekick 42. DeWALT product 45. Like U.S. and U.S.S.R. in WWII 49. It can be positive or negative 51. Mrs. Potts of “Beauty and the Beast” 54. Pronunciation of letter H 56. Opposite of binary 57. Emeralds and rubies 58. “All for one, one for all” sword 59. “Cobbler, cobbler, ____ my shoe” 60. Four-legged friends, e.g. 61. *Each astrological age contains 12 of these 62. Mambo king Puente 63. *Taurus abbreviation 65. Anger management issue 67. D.C. bigwig
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Virgo Virgo, you may discover today that you have a talent for something you’ve never even thought about before. If you always stick to what you know, how will you ever experience anything new?
Libra It’s a new day, a good day to let your caring side show. Take the time to smile and chat with as many people as you can.
Scorpio Today is the opportunity to see things as they are and not as you’d like them to be. It’s easy to fool yourself sometimes, but you can only get away with that for so long before the truth comes out.
Sagittarius Today your creativity might be stimulated by some free time, Sagittarius. You can try and save it for later, but you may not feel the same way then.
Capricorn You probably have a knack for listening to other people and noticing when they need help or a shoulder to cry on, Capricorn. Today may be excellent for you to help another person out.
Aquarius It’s possible that someone will question your motives or wonder whether or not you’re genuine, Aquarius. Don’t take it the wrong way.
Pisces Today’s a good day to work toward the goals you’ve set, Pisces. The aspect of the day influences your ability to focus on the necessary steps to achieve what you want.
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FROM: City of El Monte City Council ITEM UNDER CONSIDERATION:
General Plan Amendment No. 01-14, Zone Change No. 01-14, Conditional Use Permit No. 18-12 and 08-13, Design Review No. 0812, and Modification No. 24-14 (Walmart Project)
PROPERTY 4000 Arden Road (APN 8575-024-043) (A full LOCATION: legal description of the property is on file in the office of the El Monte Economic Development Department). REQUEST: A public hearing to consider a request for the construction and operation of a new 182,429 square foot Walmart Supercenter with 755 surface parking spaces on a 15.41 acre site located on the east side of Arden Drive and ½ block north of Valley Boulevard. City approval of the following discretionary actions are required in order to implement the project: (1) Certification of the Environmental Impact Report and approval of the following entitle ments: (2) General Plan Amendment re-desig nating the project site from “Industrial/Business Park” to “General Commercial”, (3) General Plan Amendment to modify the boundaries of the Northwest Industrial District to remove the portion generally located east of Arden Drive and south of the Southern Pacific Railroad, (4) Zone Change re-designating the project site from “General Manufacturing” (M-2) to “Heavy Commercial” (C-4), (5) Design Review to ap prove the project design and architectural details of the proposed structure, (6) Conditional Use Permit for a multiple tenant development, (7) Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sales for off-site consump tion, and (8) Modification to reduce the number of required loading docks from seven to six. This request is made pursuant to the requirements of Chapters 17.12, 17.20, 17.22, 17.24, and 17.26 of the El Monte Municipal Code.
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TRUSTEE SALE TS# 1501-708 (3034-36 Burton Ave., Loan# 906) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 09/09/2013, 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 09/30/2015, at 9 AM the undersigned, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to: Deed of Trust recorded 09/12/2013, as Instrument No. 2013 1327369 in the Official Records of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, California, and executed by S & B Associates, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, for cash or cashier’s check drawn on a financial institution authorized in Civil Code Section 2924h(b), at: BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA, 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State as more fully described in said Deed of Trust. The property address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 3034 AND 3036 Burton Road, Rosemead, CA 91770 APN
5289-005-037 and 5289-005-043 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the unpaid balance of the note(s), secured by said Deed of Trust, to-wit $786,659.36 including as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trust created by said Deed of Trust. Notice of default and election to sell the described real property under the deed of trust was recorded in the county where the real property is located. FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (949) 860-9155 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. Dated: September 03, 2015 MFTDS, INC. A California Corporation dba MASTER FUNDING CO. MFTDS, INC. A California Corporation dba MASTER FUNDING CO. By: Steve Wheeler (951) 694-3903 41911 5th St., Ste 202, Temecula, CA 92590 Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2467, Temecula, CA 92593-2467 (IFS# 1166 09/09/15, 09/16/15, 09/23/15) MID VALLEY NEWS
APPLICANT AND Walmart Real Estate Business Trust PROPERTY OWNER: 2001 SE 10th Street Bentonville, AK 72716 ENVIRONMENTAL An Environmental Impact Report (EIR) was DOCUMENTATION: prepared for the proposed project and circulat ed for public review and comment. With the incorporation of mitigation measures, the Draft EIR determined that all potentially significant impacts would be reduced to a less than significant level except for traffic, air quality, and noise, which would have significant and unavoidable impacts on the environment after mitigation. Therefore, a Statement of Overrid ing Considerations is required. A copy of the EIR is available for public viewing at El Monte City Hall West – Planning Division or on the City’s website at: http://www.ci.el-monte.ca.us/Government/Eco nomicDevelopment/Planning/Environmental Documents.aspx PLACE OF HEARING:
Pursuant to State Law, the City Council will hold a public hearing to receive testimony, orally and in writing, on the proposed project on:
Tuesday, September 29, 2015 at 6:00 PM (Special Meeting) El Monte City Hall – Council Chambers 11333 Valley Boulevard, El Monte, CA
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Persons wishing to comment on the items under consideration or the environmental documentation may do so orally or in writing at the public hearing or in writing prior to the meeting date. If you challenge the decision of the City Council, in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Council at, or prior to, the public hearing. For further information regarding this application please contact the Planning Division at (626) 258-8626, Monday through Thursday, except legal holidays, between the hours of 7:30 a.m. and 5:30 p.m MID VALLEY NEWS.
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taught English for 10 years in Washington and Oregon. He completed his Masters in Education and his Bachelors in English Literature at the University of Oregon. Melissa Kistler returns to TCUSD as a Director/ Coordinator in the Educational Services Department after serving seven years as Principal in two schools in the Burbank Unified School District. Dr. Kistler was an
Assistant Principal at La Rosa and Emperor Elementary Schools in 2007-2008, Teacher on Special Assignment for the BTSA Program for Covina Valley USD, Special Education and Grades 3-6 teacher at Covina Valley for 15 years. She received her Doctorate in K-12 Leadership from the University of Southern California, Masters in Education from the University
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country. Still, she should acknowledge the fact that it will become the norm. Grocery shops are going to change because areas are becoming less and less- dare I say it- focused on catering to the Caucasian population. Business thrives on its community, and the Asian section at Ralph’s isn’t going to cut it for most Asian Americans. A 99 Ranch Market facilitates the economics of the area, while also supporting the cultural population that inhabits Alhambra. The “American” influences in parts of the country are starting to lessen, but that doesn’t mean its roots are. Myers is still able to hold onto her culture of ribs, coleslaw, and Bud Light. But the city is changing, the country is changing. Backyard BBQs and neatly packaged raw fish is becoming mixed with supermarket BBQs and fresh fish on beds of ice because we’re changing as a country. We have to learn to live with one another’s cultures, and accepting these concepts, in order to make our country’s transition from mixed salad to melting pot smooth and efficient.
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of Southern California, and Bachelors in Business Administration/ Finance from California State University at Sacramento. Paul Marietti is the District’s Director of Student Services and Special Education. Most recently, Dr. Marietti was the Student Services Director and Juvenile Court School Principal at the Ventura County Office of Education. Dr. Marietti taught History and Special Education for 15 years in the Los Angeles area and has been Principal at several schools in southern California. He completed his Doctorate at California Lutheran University, Masters in History from California State University Los Angeles, Masters in Education from Azusa Pacific University, and Bachelors in History from California State
University Fullerton. Also new to the Educational Services team is Curriculum Coordinator, Natasha Neumann. Ms. Neumann has proudly completed her 10th year teaching in TCUSD. She has taught English Language Learner students multiple subjects for the past 4 years and Introduction to Spanish for 3 years at Oak Avenue Intermediate School and for 6 years she taught fifth grade at Longden Elementary School. Prior to joining the TCUSD team, Ms. Neumann taught English in Spain for five years. She began her career teaching in a bilingual Spanish/English Program in San Diego City Schools. She is currently working on her Doctorate in K-12 Leadership at the University of Southern California, completed her Masters
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in Educational Leadership at Azusa Pacific University and Bachelors in Political Science and Spanish Literature from the University of California at San Diego. Monica Rodriguez, Teacher on Special Assignment, came to the District Office full time after serving for 1 year as the District’s Interim Director for the Beginning Teacher Support and Assessment Program while teaching Spanish for 7 years at Temple City High School. While at TCHS, she began the LINK Crew Program, a student mentoring program. Prior to coming to TCHS, she taught English in Costa Rica for one year in a bilingual immersion school. Ms. Rodriguez completed her Masters in Educational Leadership at Concordia Lutheran University at Irvine and her Bachelors from Pepperdine University. “On behalf of the Board of Education, I would like to extend warm congratulations. They are all highly respected and effective administrators,” commented Superintendent Kathy Perini. “The District is fortunate to have them as part of its leadership team!”
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The David Brighton Experience
by Sal Gomez Covina
The Covina Center for the Performing Arts, located in historic downtown Covina offers a wide array of live theater entertainment; everything from original stage productions to touring Broadway revivals. And over the last few years the theater has featured live rock & roll. This past weekend
CCPA featured a two night stand of the immensely popular “Space Oddity – David Brighton’s Tribute to David Bowie.” This was a fitting location for what is essentially a theatrical interpretation of a real & authentic David Bowie experience. Backed by an incredible band, David Brighton channels Bowie in more ways than you could
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imagine. From his music to his costumes, it all fits perfectly. And with all of that, the most striking element of all is Brighton himself. If ever a man was born to play a role, it was Brighton as Bowie. He is unmistakably the splitting image of Ziggy Stardust himself. Space Oddity is a very theatrical experience, yet it is overall one of the best rock concerts an audience could ever experience. Hopefully the CCPA will continue to book more of these live tribute bands which are a wonderful compliment to the CCPA theatrical experience. Contact the Covina Center for the Performing Arts for a detailed calendar of upcoming shows and seek out Space Oddity on the web for a list upcoming show dates. Visit CCPA at: http:// www.covinacenter.com/ Information on upcoming shows for Space Oddity – A Tribute to David Bowie visit: http://www.davidbowietribute.com/
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Becca, played by Olivia DeJonge (Hiding) and younger brother Tyler, played by Ed Oxenbould
(Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day) say goodbye to their mother, played by
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Kathryn Hahn (We’re the Millers), as they board a train and head deep into Pennsylvania farm country to meet their maternal grandparents for the first time. Welcomed by Nana, played by Deanna Dunagan (Have a little Faith) and Pop Pop, played by Peter McRobbie (Spiderman 2), all seems well until the kids start to notice increasingly strange behavior from the seemingly charming old couple. Once the children discover a shocking secret, they begin to wonder if they’ll ever make it home. M. Night Shyamalan writes and directs and is best known for his work on “The Sixth Sense,” “Signs,” and “unbreakable,” but lately he has been known for “After Earth” and “The Last Airbender.” Shyamalan has come out of a slum and is back on top. His recent work has received positive reviews from me and many other reviewers. The film brings a good mixture of thrills and funny moments. It did a great job providing some good old fashion horror. Shyamalan’s writing is what rises to the top. He leaves clues to the finale throughout the film, but when he gives you the ending, you’re still left in shock and awe. It is also interesting seeing two old actors
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