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Deputies also learned that he had an outstanding warrant for his arrest.

At approximately 9:50 a.m. on Nov. 9, Deputy Dickey, along with patrol deputies and a Sheriff’s K9 unit, contacted Mr. Maldonado at the motel, where he was taken into custody after allegedly briefly attempting to flee.

Mr. Maldonado was booked at the Main Jail in Santa Barbara on suspicion of attempted kidnapping of a child under the age of 14, a felony, and obstructing a peace officer, a misdemeanor, as well as an outstanding warrant for domestic violence and false imprisonment, both felonies.

Prosecutors charged Mr. Maldonado with attempted kidnapping, alleging the defendant, who stands 5 feet email: nhartsteinnewspress@ gmail.com

10 inches tall and weighs 215 pounds, attempted to abduct the girl either by force or “by any other means of instilling fear,” with the intention of taking her elsewhere. The charge is a serious and/or violent felony.

Prosecutors also alleged aggravating factors, contending the alleged crime involved great violence, great bodily harm, and threat of great bodily harm or other act disclosing a high degree of cruelty, viciousness or callousness. Prosecutors noted that the victim was particularly vulnerable.

They also alleged Mr. Maldonado engaged in violent conduct that indicates a serious danger to society.

He also is charged with two misdemeanors, one for allegedly annoying or molesting a child under 18, and the other for resisting arrest.

Prosecutors said they intend to introduce evidence of any prior acts of sexual offenses committed by the defendant.

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Ms. Cantin continued, highlighting the importance of talking about death as a way of being vulnerable and raw.

“Death is taboo to talk about in American culture, but we need to talk about it,” she told the News-Press. “It’s a part of life.”

Not only did the writing process turn out to be a cathartic experience, but Ms. Cantin said it helped her to recognize “stops along the way” that offered her hope.

Whether it was finding Jack’s ultrasound photo at Butterfly Beach 404 days after the mudflow, or the Santa Barbara area community coming together to support her family and other families that were affected by the mudslides, these “stops” gave Ms. Cantin hope. They gave her the resolve to continue her journey for peace throughout the mudslide’s aftermath.

It is no coincidence that “Where Yellow Flowers Bloom” was released over Easter

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weekend. Ms. Cantin explained that even though her story is full of grief, it is ultimately a story of hope and love. To take the symbolism even further, the book was first announced on Valentine’s Day.

Moreover, although the book can be considered a memoir or grief book, it reads more like an action novel due to the firstperson accounts and the dramatic nature of the events.

A movie was actually suggested instead of the book, but Ms. Cantin said she thought that a book would be more personal and intimate for accessing grief and facilitating growth — although, she added, “Where Yellow Flowers Bloom” definitely has big screen potential.

Ms. Cantin further describes the book as a “testament to and a portrait of a compassionate community,” never forgetting to emphasize the “unparalleled support” that the Santa Barbara community provided her family. And that community support did not just come from people that she knew. Oftentimes, it came from people she did not know, some staying steadfast in their support for years to

Ralph Lanier Green, age 86, passed away on April 8, 2023, surrounded by loved ones.

He was born in Albany, California to William and Ruby Green (née Lanier) on April 25, 1936. Ralph studied foreign languages and pre-medicine at the University of California at Berkeley and went on to graduate with a Doctor of Medicine from the University of California at San Francisco. Following graduation, Ralph served his country with honor as an Army medical doctor in the European theater at the rank of Captain. Ralph enjoyed success as one of the first private practice OB-GYNs in Santa Barbara, delivering thousands of babies during his career that spanned fifty years. Before all else, Ralph was a man of faith, serving as an Elder in the Turnpike Road Church of Christ. He loved singing and showed his faith through action, always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need. Ralph is survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Barbara; children, Jonathan, Stephen, and Benjamin; six grandchildren, Donovan, Broderick, Emma, Kai, Amelie, and Abbey; and sister Carolyn. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service in Ralph’s honor will be held on Saturday, April 15 at 1:00 - 2:00 pm at Turnpike Road Church of Christ in Santa Barbara. Ralph is already deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who knew him. We are grateful for the time we had with Ralph and for the love and support of those around us at this difficult time.

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MANNING, Alfred B. Jr.

Alfred B. Manning, Jr., 92, passed away March 7, 2023 in Paso Robles, California, at home surrounded by family.

Born Feb. 12, 1931, at Cottage Hospital to Alfred, Sr. and Frances Gertrude, Al was the eldest of three, growing up with brothers Robert and William.

Al graduated from Santa Barbara High School in 1949, and studied in various trades and fire sciences in Santa Monica and Santa Barbara City College.

He started his career as a carpenter, going on to become a firefighter for the city of Santa Barbara. After retiring as captain, he continued serving as a contractor for the Forestry Service until he was 82 years old.

Al was also an entrepreneur, successfully running rental properties and The Peg Too (Goleta), a popular women’s clothing store.

He had a lifelong passion for classic hot rods (member of the Bent Axels in Santa Maria). He loved to entertain family and friends, and drive his speed boats at Lake Nacimiento in Paso Robles, where he enjoyed his final years.

Al is survived by family across California, Oregon and Arizona, including his wife Kristina; brother Robert (Ann); his three sons Michael (Judy), Terry (Kathy) and Gary (Serada); two stepchildren Porfirio Landeros (Laetitia) and Sandra Thomas.

He also is survived by seven grandchildren: Robert, Danielle, Kristen, Krystal, Michelle, Wayne, and Tara; six great-grandchildren: Isabel Rose, Ayden James, Wayette Von, Silas Orion, Maxwell and Elizabeth.

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come.

Just as the Santa Barbara community helped Ms. Cantin in her grief journey, she wants to help others through their grief journeys.

Ms. Cantin said that what happened to her and her family checks all the boxes for a bad situation, and if she could get through it, she hopes that she might be able to help others get through their struggles.

She said it is her hope that “Where Yellow Flowers Bloom” lands in the hands of people who need help accessing and working through grief, or even people who just need help approaching new challenges.

Through this experience, Ms. Cantin has changed, and she has adapted to where life is currently. Now, she said, her soul is filled more by helping others, so she does not plan on going back into the medical device industry.

She is, however, open to speaking engagements to spread her message about learning to accept help from others.

email: cbeehgly@newspress.com spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment.