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By MADISON HIRNEISEN THE CENTER SQUARE (The Center Square) – The University of Southern California’s plan to leave the Pac-12 athletic conference and join the Big Ten in 2024 will have a “significant fiscal impact” on remaining schools in the Pac-12, according to a report released Wednesday. The interim report, presented to the UC Regents on Wednesday, overviews the impact UCLA and USC’s decision to join the Big Ten in two years will have on other campuses and on student athletes. Both UCLA and USC announced in June plans to join the Big Ten in 2024 once Pac-12’s existing media agreement expires – an announcement that sparked concern from the UC Regents and Gov. Gavin Newsom, who say they were left out of the decisionmaking process. The report estimates that USC’s move to the Big Ten alone could result in a $150 million loss in media revenue for the Pac-12. According to the report, USC is the “single biggest drive of football viewership revenue in the conference” and accounts for as much as 30% of media value in the Pac-12.Thereport states that USC’s move would “represent an estimated impact of almost $10M for each of the remaining 11 Pac12UCLA’scampuses.”departure would also have a fiscal impact on campuses, but less than USC’s. “Based on media estimates of UCLA’s value to the Pac-12 and the yet-to-be-determined media rights deal, the impact of UCLA’s departure is expected to be perhaps a third of USC’s impact,” the report notes. USC and UCLA’s move to the Big Ten in 2024 will likely result in a massive revenue boost for the schools from media-rights deals. The Los Angeles Times reported that the Big Ten’s media deal for 2024 could be worth $1 billion a year. When split between 16 schools, that averages to about $62.5 million per school – almost twice what UCLA earned from the Pac-12 two years ago, the Times reported.Regents also considered new rules that would allow the UC president to decide on matters regarding athletics programs in certain cases. These include cases that would have an “adverse fiscal impact” of 10% or more on the operating revenues of athletic departments on other campuses, that raise the “significant question” of university policy or create a risk of reputation harm to any campus in the university. In turn, the new rules would hamstring a campus chancellor’s authority to determine membership in athletic conferences, which has been the status-quo since 1991, according to the report. The report notes that UCLA’s decision to move to the Big Ten revealed gaps in the university’s oversight model, saying “severe time constraints precluded the Regents from being in a position to offer any meaningful input into the decision.”Regents are expected to convene in September to vote on the proposed rule change regarding the delegation of authority.

Santa Barbara-based Mama Luma partnering with Argentinian brand

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By NEIL HARTSTEIN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER Dressage returns this weekend to the historic Earl Warren Showgrounds, showcasing a display of beauty and precision to the Santa Barbara community — and featuring riders and horses dancing to music! Hosted by the Santa Barbara County Chapter of the California Dressage Society, the event will take place Saturday and Sunday at the showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Enter gate B to park and follow the walkway to the equestrian arenas.Theshow — rated by the United States Equestrian Federation, the California Dressage Society and the United States Dressage Federation — will exhibit competitors and their horses riding at all levels from 8 a.m. to 5:30 p.m Saturday and Sunday. The highlight of both days will be Musical Freestyles, exhibiting riders and horses dancing to music. The showcase runs Saturday from approximately 3:40-5:30 p.m. and Sunday from 2:15-4:30 p.m. The event is free to the public, and tickets are not required.Dressage is known as a horse discipline that develops a gradual harmonious physical and mental relationship between horse and rider. It is one of the Olympic sports, and one of its oldest traditions is the Lipizzaner stallions of the Spanish Riding School in Vienna. Its beauty is that it can be practiced by any COURTESY PHOTO

Please see DRESSAGE on A3 By KATHERINE ZEHNDER NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER Mama Luma, a Santa Barbarabased children’s fashion brand that exports clothes to more than 50 countries, has reached a new milestone in its global success. It is now partnering with Enfans, an Argentinian kids brand.“It’sa fantastic opportunity for both brands, and we are very excited to have partnered up with Enfans,” Ata Sari, CEO of Mama Luma, told the News-Press, answering questions by email. “Mama Luma is one of the fastest growing designer kids clothing brands in the world, and global partnerships with other successful brands build a great synergy,” Mr. Sari said. “Mama Luma has been receiving great interest from the South America market, so we decided to contact the Argentina-based kids brand, Enfans, to partner up in the region.“After discussions for over a year, we decided to launch a capsule Enfans collection on our website (www.mamaluma.com ), where people from all around the world can shop Enfans products and feel the Enfans spirit,” Mr. Sari said. “We integrated the project into our distribution channels, which allows us to offer an optimized online shopping experience and to deliver worldwide.”Enfanswas inspired by Mama Luna’s success and partnered with the Santa Barbara company to expand its sales network internationally. Enfans cofounder Antonela Roccuzzo, who is the wife of Argentine soccer player Lionel Messi, supported the project by sharing the capsule collection on Mama Luma’s website with her 20 million Instagram followers. “Mama Luma prepared a new capsule collection, which embodies the dynamic spirit and high energy of South America with colorful and fun designs for its Enfans partnership, and that is why we named the collection after a beautiful province of Argentina: Santa Fe,” Mr. Sari told the News-Press. “We used the phrase ‘kids somos tous iguals’ in the Santa Fe Collection, which is a mixture of English, French and Spanish languages. And it means, ‘All kids are equal.’ “We also included checkered patterns to spark up the collection with the fine taste of our designer team,” he added. The new collection features outfits for little boys as well as some unisex pieces. “In contrast to Mama Luma’s originals, this vibrant blue and orange collection also has outfits for little boys,” Mr. Sari said. “We have an athletic approach in unisex clothes, and we make sure to make them from 100% organic fabrics. It represents the equality of all “Allgenders.kidsaround the world deserve to feel confident and comfortable enough to express

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Santa Barbara-based Mama Luma creates children’s fashions for an international market. The company is now partnering with Enfans, an Argentinian kids brand. “Mama Luma is one of the fastest growing designer kids clothing brands in the world, and global partnerships with other successful brands build a great synergy,” CEO Ata Sari said. Please see MAMA LUMA on A4

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero* (PG13): Fri, Mon-Tues, Thur: 3:00, 4:15, 5:30 (Sub), 6:45, 8:00. Sat/Sun: 12:30, 3:00, 4:15, 5:30 (Sub), 6:45, 8:00.Wed: 3:00, 5:30 (Sub), 6:45, 8:00. Fall (PG13): Fri-Tues, Thur: 7:05. Wed: 4:10. Easter Sunday (PG13): Fri-Thur: 1:50. Where the Crawdads Sing (PG13): Fri-Thur: 1:55, 4:50, 7:45. DC League of Super-Pets (PG): Fri-Thur: 1:45, 4:30, 7:05. Minions: The Rise of Gru (PG): Fri, Mon-Thur: 2:45, 5:10, 7:30. Sat/Sun: 12:20, 2:45, 5:10, 7:30. Beast* (R): Fri/Sat: 1:40, 4:20, 7:00, 9:25. Sun-Thur: 2:30, 5:10, 7:45. Bodies Bodies Bodies (R): Fri-Thur: 3:20, 5:55, 8:20. Bullet Train (R): Fri/Sat: 1:25, 4:05, 6:45, 9:40. Sun-Thur: 2:15, 5:20, 8:15. Top Gun Maverick (PG13): Fri-Thur: 2:00, 5:00, 8:05. Top Gun Maverick (PG13): Fri-Tues: 4:00, 7:00.

Dragon Ball Super: Super Hero* (PG13): Fri/Sat: 1:40, 4:15 (Sub), 6:45, 9:15. Sun: 12:30, 3:00 (Sub), 5:30, 8:00. Mon-Thur. 3:00 (Sub), 5:30, 8:00. Beast* (R): Fri/Sat: 2:05, 4:40, 7:20, 9:45. Sun: 12:55, 3:20, 5:45, 8:10. Mon-Thur: 3:30, 5:45, 8:10. Bodies Bodies Bodies (R): Fri/Sat: 7:40, 10:05. Sun-Wed: 7:40. Thur: 2:15. Fall (PG13): Fri-Wed: 2:15, 5:00. Nope (R): Fri-Thur: 2:20, 5:25, 8:30. Bullet Train (R): Fri/Sat: 1:10, 4:05, 7:00, 9:55. Sun-Thur: 2:25, 5:20, 8:20. Top Gun Maverick (PG13): Fri-Thur: 1:50, 4:50, 7:50. The Invitation* (R): Thur: 5:00, 7:40. Mack & Rita (PG13): Fri-Wed: 7:00. Emily the Criminal (R): Fri-Thur: 2:00, 4:30. Nope (R): Fri-Thur: 1:40, 5:00, 8:00. Elvis (PG13): Fri-Thur: 1:30, 4:15, 7:30. Thor: Love and Thunder (PG13): Fri-Thur: 1:20, 4:40, 7:45. Three Thousand Years of Longing* (R): Thur: 7:00. A Love Song (PG): Fri, Mon-Thur: 5:10, 7:20. Sat/Sun: 2:30, 5:10, 7:20. Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris (PG): Fri, Mon-Thur: 4:45, 7:30. Sat/Sun: 2:20, 4:45, 7:30.

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Mack & Rita (PG13): Fri, Mon-Thur: 5:05. Sat/Sun: 2:40. Easter Sunday (PG13): Fri, Mon-Thur: 7:30. Sat/Sun: 5:50, 7:30. DC League of Super-Pets (PG): Fri, Mon-Thur: 4:45, 7:20. Sat/Sun: 2:10, 4:45, 7:20. Thor: Love and Thunder (PG13): Fri, Mon-Thur: 4:55, 7:45. Sat/Sun: 2:00, 4:55, 7:45.

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Lt. Bradley Prows, 60, was a corporal on May 23, 2014 when university police and other law enforcement officers responded to find six UCSB students had been shot and killed. The shooter, 22year-old Elliot Rodger, wounded 14 others as well before killing himself.

A UCSB police detective, who was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence and leaving the scene of a hit-and-run accident he allegedly caused, was one of the officers who responded to the bloody Isla Vista shooting rampage eight years ago.Lt. Bradley Prows, 60, was a corporal on May 23, 2014 when university police and other law enforcement officers responded to find six UCSB students had been shot and killed. The shooter, 22-year-old Elliot Rodger, wounded 14 others as well before killing himself.Then-Cpl. Prows helped administer CPR to three of the gunshot victims, one of whom survived.Hewas one of five UCSB officers individually honored a year later for their heroics that tragic night when they were presented a police valor award. Then-Police Chief Dustin Olson called up about 15 UCSB personnel, including sergeants, dispatchers and detectives, to be recognized for their actions that night. The UCSB officers and dispatchers worked hand in hand with their counterparts at the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, many of whom also were individually recognized at the awards ceremony, including five who received a medal of valor. The first responders were credited for stopping Mr. Rodger before he harmed more people.Three UCSB officers, including Cpl. Prows, plus five Sheriff’s Department officers, were individually honored at another ceremony as well, when they received the 2015 H. Thomas Guerry Award for Valor, considered one of the most prestigious honors in law enforcement.Cpl.Prowsand the other award winners spoke to reporters before the official ceremony. Cpl. Prows said he was “humbled” by the award. He said the memory of that night was still fresh in his mind. To get through the traumatic event, he said, he kept reminding himself that he “was just doing my job.”He had been with the university police for two years after retiring from the California Highway Patrol after a 31-year career. Lt. Prows was arrested on Aug. 7 by CHP officers after a two-car collision on westbound State Route 246 in Solvang in which the right side of his pickup allegedly clipped the left side of a Honda in front of him which the driver was trying to park.Instead of stopping, however, he allegedly continued driving for about a mile, allegedly ignoring attempts by the driver of the following Honda to flag him down.ACHP investigation determined that Lt. Prows allegedly was under the influence of alcohol, and he was arrested. No one was injured in the collision. The university has placed him on paid administrative leave pending the outcome of the CHP criminal investigation.

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to shield your face from direct sunlight.—Respect your public lands. Stay on designated trails, be considerate of your fellow visitors, and leave the areas you visit in better condition than you found them. While dogs are welcome on public lands, you should clean up after them just as you would back home.There have been several unfortunate incidents recently involving dogs in the forest that have suffered heat-related illnesses, Ms. Sanchez-Scott said. She urges people to choose activities that your pet is accustomed to. And she reminds everyone: Never leave a dog inside a parked vehicle, even with all the windows down.“For many of us, spending time in Los Padres and other public lands is a summer tradition we all look forward to,” Ms. SanchezScott said. “By taking just a few simple steps ahead of our visit, we can greatly improve the overall experience of camping and hiking on our public lands.”

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ISLA VISTA — A three-hourplus standoff ended Thursday when a man finally surrendered himself to Santa Barbara County sheriff’s deputies. At approximately 11:12 a.m., deputies responded to an apartment complex in the 700 block of Camino Pescadero in Isla Vista, where an assault with a knife had just allegedly occurred. When deputies arrived, they learned that the suspect, 41-yearold Brandon Schaik of Isla Vista, allegedly lunged toward the victim with a knife before retreating into his apartment on the complex’s second floor. The victim was not injured. Raquel Zick, the Sheriff’s Office public information officer, said deputies ordered Mr. Schaik to exit the residence. But he refused to comply and at one point, yelled threats at the deputies with the knife in his hand, Ms. Zick said. Additional units from UCSB Police as well as the Sheriff’s Special Enforcement Team, Sheriff’s Crisis Negotiation Team and K9 units responded to the area to assist. Residents in the immediate area were asked to temporarily evacuate or remain inside their homes. For over three hours, deputies made continual attempts to deescalate Mr. Schaik and convince him to surrender. Ms. Zick said Mr. Schaik eventually came out of the front door and attempted to walk away from deputies. K9 Zeke was deployed and immediately apprehended the suspect, who was then taken into custody by deputies without further incident at 2:16 p.m. Mr. Schaik was transported to an area hospital for treatment of injuries sustained during the K9 apprehension. He will be booked at the Main Jail for charges including assault with a deadly weapon (felony), assault on a peace officer (felony), resisting and executive officer (felony), and criminal threats (felony). — Katherine Zehnder Minor inaccidentbusSantaMaria

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Los Padres National Forest officials are reminding visitors to watch out for hot weather and to practice responsible recreation. Assistant Forest Recreation Officer Alicia Sanchez-Scott offered the following tips to enhance recreation experiences: — Plan ahead. Reserve a campsite for your trip through recreation.gov. Dispersed camping opportunities are limited. Contact one of the forest visitor information specialists ahead of time to ask about local conditions and restrictions. Hikers and dispersed campers who do not have access to trash receptacles and bathrooms must pack out all refuse, including human and pet waste.—Think safety. Hike with a friend when possible and schedule your hikes before 10 a.m. and after 4 p.m. to avoid the warmest temperatures of the day. Bring lots of water to ensure you stay hydrated, and remember to take regular breaks in shady areas.

The First 5 Santa Barbara County Children and Families Commission has announced the publication of a request for qualifications for childcare sector pandemic recovery and resiliency. Funds from the American Rescue Plan Act are designed to improve the state of childcare for infants and toddlers in the county, according to a news release. Currently Santa Barbara County has 9,767 licensed daycare spots for infants and toddlers, but according to the Santa Barbara Child Care Planning Council, more than 16,700 children under age 2 live in the county as of 2018.

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The commission said expanded childcare for young children is urgent.“Parents and families of very young children in our county are truly in need of high-quality infant and toddler childcare. Without enough childcare, many parents can’t work. Our local economy and the well-being of our families depends on affordable, accessible childcare,” Michelle Robertson, assistant director of First 5 Santa Barbara County, said in a news release. “Directing ARPA funding into this area is an opportunity to address a gap that existed preCOVID. It’s also a chance to align with the California plan to support children and families from birth through age 5.” For more information, first5santabarbaracounty.org.see — Katherine Zehnder

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SANTA MARIA — A Santa Maria Joint Unified High School District sbus accidentally backed into a fire hydrant about 8:59 a.m. Thursday along the 500 block of East Sunset Avenue.There was one student on the bus heading to Pioneer Valley High School. No injuries were reported, and no other vehicles were involved, according to the district.

— Dress appropriately. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting clothing along with sturdy shoes or hiking boots. Use sunscreen on exposed skin and a wide-brimmed hat

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By RON SMITH WESTMONT SPORTS WRITER After finishing last season in the NAIA National Championship quarterfinals, Westmont Women’s Soccer is setting its sights on a deeper run in this year’s campaign. Ranked eighth in the NAIA Preseason Coach’s Poll, Westmont returns 21 players from last year’s team, including nine starters.Inaddition, Westmont head coach Jenny Jaggard has brought in 11 new players including nine freshmen.“SinceI have been here, this is the most mature team we have had with the biggest senior class,” said Jaggard. “These players have been to Orange Beach twice (site of the NAIA National Championship) and have that playoff experience. We also have this giant group of young people. So, on the one hand we have this maturity, but we are still very young.”Unifying that large of a team can be a challenge for any coach, but the culture of prioritizing relationships that Jaggard has fostered provides the framework of a nurturing community. “We are characterized by the bond we have as a family,” explained Jaggard. “We are extremely united already. In our first week, it was really special to watch the upperclassmen take these younger players under their wings and show them what our culture is all about and make them feel welcome. “We are extremely competitive, work hard and have high fitness standards, but at the end of the day, the players do a great job of making everyone feel included. If someone doesn’t rock the fitness test on day one, everyone does a really good job of coming alongside their teammates that are struggling, building them up, encouraging them and getting them there. I love that aspect aboutThisus.”year’s theme of “More Than a Game”, chosen by senior team captains Reese Davidson, Taylie Scott and Kailey Meyer, reflects both the culture and goals of the “Thereteam.are a lot of aspects that go into that theme,” said Jaggard. “Obviously one component is our emphasis on relationships. The people part is one of the most important pieces to this program. Also, there is the emphasis on personal development and team development – learning how to develop as a group and embrace one of our core values of teamwork.“Another part of the team is the idea of leaving a legacy. We are dreaming big. We know this is our last year to leave a mark in the NAIA history books. Because of our maturity, it feels like it could be a possibility. Can we build off that foundation and play a couple of more games this year? “These seniors will leave a legacy regardless of whether or not we bring that trophy home because they have imprinted a strong culture that is going to carry on to future classes. That is a special thing for me. I feel like this program is in a healthy place in terms of the way we treat each other and our values and expectations.”The“MoreThan a Game” theme also reflects plans the team is making to return to Africa in 2023. If they are able to do so, it will mark the sixth mission trip the team has made to Africa since 2006. THE ROSTER All three goalkeepers return from last year’s roster including seniors Kailey Meyer and Charlotte Chipembere. “Every year, Kailey has continued to grow,” noted Jaggard. “I am extremely impressed with the work that she put in this summer. She has always come to training camp fit, but this year she has reached a new level. All the goalkeeper pieces from all these years of training are coming to fruition for her. Some of the things she has done in the scrimmages – coming out for crosses and big diving saves – show me that she has also developed in her ability to handle pressure. I am excited to see her mental game and confidence improving.”

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Alison Eastwood gives us a sneak peek of her Eastwood Ranch Foundation’s Agoura Hills, California facility. Still under construction, there will be intimate cat enclosures, dog runs and cozy spaces to curl up on couches, including extra spaces for pet use by the community for emergency housing. The philosophy behind the facility is to be more like a fostering environment than a utilitarian shelter. Kate Neligan, the equine partnered coach, talks about the relationship between humans and horses and how mutual respect and understanding lead to healthy leadership abilities. As a communicator, Kate helps build trust between horses and their caretakers, ultimately creating a loving bond between both.

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By COLE LAUTERBACH THE CENTER SQUARE (The Center Square) – A perimeter is set around an area where rangers are managing the extraction of yet another body revealed by a receding Lake Mead.

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DRESSAGE Continued from Page A1 discipline or breed of horse from beginner to Olympic level, according to dressage enthusiasts. There are 65 competitors at this weekend’s show. Because dressage is an outdoor activity, COVID-19 has not been as much of a deterrent as other indoor activities, according to the show’s organizers. That being said, however, during 2020-2021, COVID was impactful on participation. Since then, organizers have seen a definite increase in participation. The Santa Barbara County Chapter of the California Dressage Society was created to bolster interest in the activity.Thechapter’s program is educational and is designed primarily to offer a framework in which individuals can progress with the schooling of themselves and their horses. Activities such as riding clinics, dressage shows and education are directed toward a better general understanding of dressage. The Earl Warren Showgrounds, the 19th District Agricultural Association, was created in 1955 to house the National Horse Show and remains a cornerstone in enabling the Santa Barbara and surrounding communities to celebrate and experience the area’s agricultural and equestrian history. The showgrounds also serve as a key location for the care and safekeeping of animals in the event of wildfires and natural disasters. It is the only local facility that can provide space for more than 1,000 largeForanimals.moreinformation, visit sbccds.org.

Unfortunately, Chipembere has been struggling with a nagging injury.“Iam hopeful for her that this injury clears up and she can get after it again,” expressed Jaggard. “She plays an invaluable role whether she is in the goal or not. There is no one that outworks Char and she is a positive, multitalented person. She helps set our team culture and our standards as high as they are.” Also returning in goal for the Warriors is sophomore Maya Pablo.“Maya is a very coachable player and the very definition of a great teammate,” said Jaggard. “Off the field, she is like the team mom meeting everyone’s needs and making sure everybody fits in. She is one who has invested in making sure these freshmen feel like they belong. She has made some saves in our scrimmages that she could not have done a year ago. I was impressed with the confidence that she has Returningdisplayed.”seniorcenter backs Taylie Scott and Sadie Hill are expected to anchor the Warriors’ back line. “I have been so impressed with the growth we have seen over the years in our center backs and outside backs,” reported Jaggard. “They have a decent amount of experience and each of them has unique attributes that complement each other. Taylie is the brick-wall-type center back. She goes into every tackle and is very physical. She also has the ability to help us build out. She has a soft touch and the ability to send long and short passes. She is a very well-rounded player. “Sadie has grown so much in her confidence and, as a result, in her decision making,” reflected Jaggard. “Before, Taylie would step to most things and Sadie would cover. Now, they are taking turns with Sadie stepping in and winning the ball while Taylie stays in behind. Sadie is a very talented offensive player with good vision. She is also very good on set pieces and takes a lot of our corner kicks. Two sophomore starters return from last year’s team at outside back – Shayna Stock and Ande Siegel.“Both Shayna and Ande were a huge piece of our game last year,” said Jaggard. “They came in as freshmen and handled the pressure. Playing a lot of minutes has built a lot of confidence. They are more seasoned than you would think as sophomores. They are both naturally talented. I am always impressed with their ability to hit accurate, long diagonal balls and both of them can receive them out of the air under extreme pressure. It is pretty impressive. They are both developing in their one-on-one abilities, which is crucial to that Than a Game’

This weekend’s show to feature 65 competitors

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By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE (The Center Square) – The Federal Bureau of Investigation raid on former President Donald Trump has eroded Americans’ trust in the agency, according to a new poll. Rasmussen Reports released the data, which showed that 44% of surveyed Americans say the raid made them trust the federal law enforcement agency less. “Last week’s raid by the Federal Bureau of Investigation on former President Donald Trump’s home has damaged the FBI’s standing with Republican and independent voters,” Rasmussen said. “A new national telephone and online survey by Rasmussen Reports finds that 44% of Likely U.S. voters say the FBI raid on Trump’s Florida home made them trust the FBI less, compared to 29% who say it made them trust the bureau more. Twenty-three percent (23%) say the Trump raid did not make much difference in their trust of the FBI.” Overall, Americans still view the agency more favorably than not. “Fifty percent (50%) of voters have a favorable impression of the FBI, including 26% who have a Very Favorable view of the bureau,” Rasmussen said. “Forty-six percent (46%) now view the FBI unfavorably, including 29% who have a Very Unfavorable impression of the bureau.” The survey comes after the FBI raid sparked backlash and accusations from Mr. Trump of “prosecutorial misconduct.” The FBI has not released many details about what they confiscated, though it did say in court filings Mr. Trump had classified documents at the property. In light of criticism of the agency, FBI Director Christopher Wray released a statement defending the agency. “Unfounded attacks on the integrity of the FBI erode respect for the rule of law and are a grave disservice to the men and women who sacrifice so much to protect others,” he said. “Violence and threats against law enforcement, including the FBI, are dangerous and should be deeply concerning to all Americans. Every day I see the men and women of the FBI doing their jobs professionally and with rigor, objectivity, and a fierce commitment to our mission of protecting the American people and upholding the Constitution. I am proud to serve alongside them.” Rasmussen asked Americans, “Is Christopher Wray a better or worse FBI director than most of those who held the job before him? Or is his performance about the same?” The poll found 15% said he is better and 30% said he is worse. The rest were unsure or said he was about the same.

National Park Service Rangers were alerted to the discovery near the popular Swim Beach portion of the lake’s recreational area. An agency news release described it as “human skeletal remains.”“Parkrangers have set a perimeter to recover the remains with the support from Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department’s dive team,” the release stated, adding that the Clark County Medical Examiner had also been called to aid in the investigation. The remains mark the fifth time either tourists or federal officials have spotted bodies becoming visible in the Colorado River water repository since May. On Aug. 6, NPS Rangers announced they’d found the fourth set of skeletal remains, those having been discovered in the same area near Swim Beach as the most recent remains. NPS said the current investigation is ongoing.Meadis the nation’s largest recreational area and sees more visitors annually than all but four other national parks.

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position.”Alsoreturning at outside back is sophomore Jillian Geist. “Jill brings a calm presence and could add a different element to our passing game,” said Jaggard.Newplayers who could also make an impact as defenders are Ainsley Martin, Elise Hyde, McKenna Meyers-McNerny and Kayla Preciado.“Ainsley can potentially do a fantastic job for us,” noted Jaggard. “She is a two-footed, very technical player that has pace. She is sitting at number one in our fitness ranking and is very hungry to prove herself. Ainsley is used to playing with her twin (Sierra Martin) who is a target forward. We are trying to figure out that dynamic. Those two playing on the field together could be deadly. “Elise is six-feet tall and can throw a ball to the back post. She can throw a ball like a rocket that travels 40 yards. She has been trained as a utility player. To use her throw-in ability, we are going to have to find where she fits in our “McKennasystem.andKayla are naturally center backs and both are very gritty and are very fit.” Kayla Preciado is the younger sister of Macey. The Warriors enjoy a wealth of returning midfielders including Daisy Alvarez, Kendall Morton, Grace Duckens, Karly Kingsley, Katie DeMillo and Grace Hotaling. “Daisy has been a rock for us as a defensive midfielder,” expressed Jaggard.”Her set pieces are brilliant and she is very talented in her 5050 challenges as a defender. She is not a big player, but she matches up against players all the time that are heads and shoulders above her and she still manages to come out with the ball.“We are trying to figure out how best to use Kendall. If we play her at the six, she is a completely different kind of player than Daisy. Kendall has a very special vision of the field. When she is on the ball, she can hit these 30 or 40-yard perfect balls that are dangerous counter attacks. She can play the short game too. She is a very good passer and has improved her defending a lot. “The two returning attacking midfielders are Grace Duckens and Karly Kingsley. They are both tremendously skillful, talented, wellrounded players. Grace has a bit of a flair for creativity and dribbling. When she balances that with appropriate decisions in the middle and back third – being a little more careful - with full permission in the front third, she is incredibly dangerous. This should be her breakout year. Defensively, she has the pace so she can step out on an outside back and still tuck back middle when it gets past. A lot of players can’t do that. “Karly is one of the most well-rounded players I have ever coached. She literally can play everywhere but goalkeeper. There are obviously positions that are more suited to her and I think the outside edge of the diamond is a really good spot for her. She is very smart and reads the game well. She is very versatile in terms of her passing, defending and shooting. She is a master of her craft in an individual way. This year, she has bought into the team. “A question I have is about Katie DeMillo. She has been playing at the edges of our diamond primarily. I’m not sure it is the right spot for her. How we utilize her is partly going to be determined by what formation we end up using. If we stay with the diamond, she may start challenging at the attacking midfielder. Her strengths lie in attacking moments, specifically transition moments. She is extremely strong and powerful. “The 10 (attacking midfielder) is going to be an interesting, competitive spot. Grace Hotaling has been so good. She wins every 5050 ball and shuts down the other team’s six and keeps them from swinging. She is obviously the senior in that role. “We also have an up and coming freshman in Amelia Villa that brings a totally different dynamic and is going to be competing for that position.”Competition will also be intense at the forward position. “A little bit of polish in front of the goal is one of the themes for our forwards,” said Jaggard. “We have a lot of options this year. Obviously, we have the seniority of Reese Davidson. No one works harder on the field when we don’t have the ball. That is one of her characteristics that sets the tone for the rest of the team. As a senior, she is coming into her own. Hopefully, this is her breakout year where she scores a lot of goals. She develops so many opportunities in games. We will look to her to help set the tone in the front line for how to defend. That is a key piece at this level. “I have been impressed with Amarys Machado’s development through the spring. She has gone from being a bulldozer-type player that tries to force things to making better decisions. Her movement off the ball is night and day. I can’t wait to see her connect a little more. She is doing a much better job to get on the ball and then not rushing to go forward. Holding a little bit, helping us build a play, is a very good attribute. “Then we have some newcomers. Sierra Martin is very athletic, has some moves and has a lot of potential. She may represent the kind of swag that Grace Duckens has. Monica Pizano is very technical and can beat people one-on-one. She has a lot of the components that you look for in a forward.”

After the Warriors take on Antelope Valley, they will have 15 days off before starting Golden State Athletic Conference play. Because of a scheduling quirk, Westmont will play only three out of eight conference games at home. A scheduled home game with Life Pacific had to be canceled when the school could not field a team this year. The conference schedule begins with a trip to the Grand Canyon State for games on Sept. 29 and Oct. 1 “For the first time in my three years, we will be traveling to Arizona for games against Ottawa and Arizona Christian,” said Jaggard, “I think that will be a challenging opener dealing with the heat and the travel. We will have to be very focused for the weekend. Ottawa has always been a team that punishes opponents on their home facility.” A week following their game with Arizona Christian, Westmont will make their shortest trip to a conference opponent, taking on the Mustangs of The Master’s in Santa Clarita. On October 15, the Warriors will host Hope International as part of Westmont’s homecoming weekend. “Hope came off of a fantastic season last year and I have a lot of respect for Coach (Scott) Dement,” said Jaggard.”He has built a good foundation and has developed an effective style of play with the type of recruits he brings into the program.” The following weekend, Westmont will travel to Vanguard and San Diego Christian for two more road games. Then the final weekend, Westmont will host William Jessup and Menlo to wrap up the GSAC Schedule.

COURTESY PHOTOS “Fashion is a form of art, and exposing girls to art plays a crucial role in their personal development,” CEO Ata Sari said.

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‘The pressure that comes with being a top team is a real thing’ themselves in order to develop impactful and creative minds. We designed unisex hoodies, sweatpants, shorts and T-shirts,” said Mr. MamaSari.Luma used some unisex pieces to highlight equality and a sense of friendship among the children.Thecollection was designed and produced by Mama Luma and Enfans collaboratively, and the companies plan to keep expanding their product range with upcoming designs. “Mama Luma has become a globally recognized brand, and we now plan to open physical stores in strategic locations worldwide,” Mr. Sari said. “Based out of Santa Barbara, Calif., we scaled up as an e-commerce centered brand, and we believe that it is essential to open physical stores to communicate with our customers better. That is why we will be following a hybrid model moving forward.“Mama Luma has global franchises in Azerbaijan, Turkey and Panama, and the brand will be branching out in Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates and United Kingdom in 2023,” Mr. Sari said. “We are also planning on opening a new store in Miami, Fla. “Since 2020, Mama Luma has opened showrooms in Santa Barbara, Milan, London and Istanbul, which played a crucial role in B2B sales and boosted the growth of the company tremendously. Each year the brand is becoming more popular,” the CEO said. The News-Press asked Mr. Sari how Mama Luma has been able to expand its sales network internationally.“Thesecretis our designs and collections,” he said. “Our designer team does a phenomenal job in what they do, which picks up a lot of attention in the global market. In the earlier stages, digital advertising helped a lot, showcasing our products and influencer collaborations made it better. “We made several red carpet appearances in Hollywood,” he said, referring to his company’s clothes being worn by teen-age actresses Faithe Herman (“This Is Us”), Lexy Folker (“Freaks”) and Madeleine McGraw (voiceover artist for “Toy Story 4”). Mr. Sari added that his company has benefited from its history of quality work. “Our head designer is my mother, Mahinur Sari, who started designing for my sister back in the early 2000s” he said. “She is a perfectionist and a big advocate of women empowerment. She is dedicated to inspire new generations.“Ourmission is to provide an opportunity for girls to not only discover who they are today, but to create the women they’ll become tomorrow,” Mr. Sari said. “Fashion is a form of art, and exposing girls to art plays a crucial role in their personal development. “More than 75% of our employees are women, and we ethically source our fabrics and handcraft each design in Europe,” he“Wesaid.want to make a global impact, so we started our donations last year by donating 4% of our quarterly revenue to Develop Africa, where girls do not have access to these resources. We want to continue our donations in other regions as well because together, we can make an impact in building future generations.”

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The non-conference season begins on Thursday, Aug. 18 when the Warriors take on the Raiders of Southern Oregon. Westmont has a 4-2-1 series advantage over Southern Oregon, including a 1-0 win last year. The non-conference schedule includes games against four teams that the Warriors have never played – Lincoln, UC Merced, Saint Katherine and Westcliff. Westmont will also take on Division II opponent Cal State San Marcos for the first time since 2012, when they were an NAIA institution. More familiar non-conference opponents will be California Lutheran and Antelope Valley. The Warriors are 3-0 against both teams. “It is very compact,” said Jaggard of the preconference games. “We are going to have to use a deeper bench to get through August and stay healthy. I don’t think that is an unhealthy thing for us. I think it is good to give players exposure early in the year and give them a chance to show us what they can do.”

“Mama Luma has become a globally recognized brand, and we now plan to open physical stores in strategic locations worldwide,” CEO Ata Sari said.

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RULE CHANGE Overtime rules are changing this year for college soccer. In regular season games, overtime will not be played. If the score is even at the end of regulation, the game will end in a tie. In the postseason, two overtime periods of 10 minutes will be played out completely, eliminating the golden goal rule. If the teams are tied after the second overtime period, postseason games will be decided by a penalty kick shootout.

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THE SCHEDULE As is often the case, Westmont’s year begins with a number of scrimmages and exhibitions against NCAA Division I and II teams. “I like starting with the best,” noted Jaggard.”It quickly exposes what we need to be working on. While there is some psychological security in winning some easy games early, it is much better to go into a game against an opponent that you know is going to be physically superior and have a little more depth. It is going to present some soccer problems for you. It is the best way to learn and it is just fun. It is a good experience to go out knowing they can play an opponent that you know is going to be good. We aren’t worried about the score, it’s just about learning and growing as a team.”

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RANKING ‘All that the preseason number eight ranking really means is that we had a good season last year,” said Jaggard.”From a perspective of how rankings effect NAIA postseason selection, we have set ourselves up in a nice spot. Now we have to keep ourselves there. It is awesome to be able to say that you are in the top eight, but it is also a big target on your back. “One of our four core values is fitness. We have talked about how fitness is a trinity of physical, spiritual and mental. I am convinced this year that if we want to achieve the ultimate goal, then we have to nail what we always nail, which is the physical, but we also need to nail the mental part. “The pressure that comes with being a top team is a real thing. There are two ways you can fall off the boat. One way that we fell two years ago is to take things for granted because of past success. That is what happened two years ago when we lost in the Opening Round to Oregon Tech. The other way is the pressure that comes with being one of the best and having other teams gunning for us. “Part of our challenge this year is to figure out how to get beyond the quarterfinals. Two of my first three years, we have reached the quarterfinals. There are teams that are very good that get stuck at just being really good. Our challenge is whether we can break through the mental and physical barrier of being in the top-eight and keep going.That is always what we are striving for.” Ron Smith is the sports information director at Westmont College. email: sports@newspress.com

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O’CONNELL, William Patrick William Patrick O’Connell, humorist, foodie, US Navy Veteran, sharp dresser, and true Irishman, passed away on Monday, August 15, 2022. Bill was born in 1925 to Irish immigrants, Peter O’Connell and Mary Mckiernan in Providence, Rhode Island. He enlisted in the United States Navy at only 17 years old, where he served honorably for the following three years through the end of WWII. Bill met his beloved wife of 65 years, Caroline O’Connell, at Yellowstone National Park. In 1955, Bill and Caroline moved to Santa Barbara and began their lives together. Bill’s profound love for Caroline was apparent to anyone he met – he often cited their marriage as his greatest accomplishment.Nicknamed,“Heck of a Nice Guy,” Bill was well-loved for his sense of humor, beautiful blue eyes, and Irishman’s spirit. He had a lifelong love of mashed potatoes, a good cup of tea, homemade bread, and really anything that came from Caroline’s kitchen. He enjoyed storytelling, making people laugh, watching any history documentary he could get his hands on, and spending time with family. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Mary O’Connell; his sister, Mary Newman; and his brothers, Tom O’Connell, and Peter O’Connell. He is survived by his wife, Caroline O’Connell; his ﬁve children: Daniel O’Connell, Erin O’Connell, Mary O’Connell McEwen, William O’Connell, and Michael O’Connell; and his four grandchildren: David Kostigen, William O’Connell, Madeline McEwen, and Michael Patrick O’Connell. There will be a graveside service held at 1:15 pm on Friday, August 19, 2022, at the Santa Barbara Cemetery. In lieu of ﬂowers, the family asks that donations be made to the National Parkinson’s Foundation. Arrangements entrusted to Welch-Ryce-Haider Funeral Chapels.

FYI Michael Feinstein will sing American music classics at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Libbey Bowl, 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. The bowl opens at 5 p.m. Tickets cost $39 to $79. To purchase, go to libbeybowl.org or call Sterling Ventures at 888-645-5006 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Saturdays.

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“There are always things being revealed in the performance of a song,” said Michael Feinstein, who will perform Aug. 27 at the Libbey Bowl in Ojai.

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Michael Feinstein to come to Ojai to sing American classics made popular by Frank Sinatra, Peggy Lee and others

PAGELife B1 Managing Editor Dave dmason@newspress.comMason FRIDAY, AUGUST 19, 2022 G reat American music has inspired Michael Feinstein since an early“Whenage.I was 5 years old, it was the older, classic American music that attracted me harmonically, later lyrically, and continued to draw me in. As I learned more about the song and the timeless writers, I became more intrigued by it,” said the Grammy-nominated singer, who started the Great American Songbook Foundation in 2007. His repertoire includes music that was performed by legendary singers such as Frank Sinatra and written by brilliant composers such as Cole Porter. “It is an infinite well of extraordinary music,” Mr. Feinstein told the News-Press by phone from his Pasadena home. The vocalist will draw deep from that well for his concert at 7 p.m. Aug. 27 at the Libbey Bowl, 210 S. Signal St., Ojai. (Doors will open at 5 p.m.) “First and foremost, there will be a selection of songs that resonate with the world today — songs of optimism, songs of hope,” said Mr. Feinstein, who has a 50-acre avocado ranch in Carpinteria. “Music is something that’s a very powerful healing force, and it helps us to experience the connections that weMr.have.”Feinstein plans to perform songs made popular by singers who would have been 100 years old this year: Judy Garland and Doris Day. He also plans to sing songs by Peggy Lee, who have been“I’ll102.probably do a Sinatra shoutout,” Mr. Feinstein said. He said he continues to be impressed with the sophistication and craftsmanship of classic American melodies and harmonies.“It’slikea painting that you fall in love with,” Mr. Feinstein said. “The longer you have it, the more you notice about its complexity and hidden secrets of beauty.” Mr. Feinstein noted that the audience’s reaction and involvement in a concert can add another layer to the music. “There are always things being revealed in the performance of a song,” he Despitesaid.hisenthusiasm for music, the Columbus, Ohio, native said he started his vocal career by default.“Igraduated from high school, was a bad student and didn’t want to go to college,” he said. “I was playing piano bars until I could figure out what I could do with my life.“I moved to Los Angeles from my Ohio hometown,” he said. The move paid off. In Los Angeles, Mr. Feinstein met legendary lyricist Ira Gershwin, who collaborated with his brother and composer George Gerswhin on acclaimed musicals. “I met him when he was 80 years old. I was 20,” Mr. Feinstein said. “I became like a surrogate son or grandson. “He taught me most of what I know about interpreting lyrics,” Mr. Feinstein said. He said he learned a lot from Mr. Gershwin and other mentors whom Mr. Gershwin knew, including singer Rosemary Clooney and Mr. Gershwin’s next-door neighbor, singer Liza Minnelli (Ms. Garland’s daughter). The mentorship prepared Mr. Feinstein for a career in which he became well-known for his performances from what he calls “the Great American Songbook.” “I went from piano bars to New York hotels, Broadway and Carnegie Hall,” Mr. Feinstein said.Today Mr. Feinstein’s Great American Songbook Foundation works to preserve great music through educational programs, masters classes and its annual High School Songbook Academy. Mr. Feinstein also serves on the Library of Congress’ National Recording Preservation Board. His Emmy-nominated special “Michael Feinstein — The Sinatra Legacy” aired nationally in“Many2011. years ago, in the beginning of my career, I met Frank Sinatra by being hired to play at a private party,” Mr. Feinstein told the News-Press. “I never dreamt I would meet Frank Sinatra.“Hecame over to me and said, ‘How do you know all of these songs? How old are you, 12?’” Mr. Feinstein said. “He invited me to sit at his table. “We became friends,” Mr. Feinstein said. “To perform the music of Sinatra was a way of thanking him for encouraging me early on in my career. His particular style of music reinvigorated the American songbook.” email: dmason@newspress.com

COURTESY PHOTOS Neighbors ﬁght over a fence and more in “Native Gardens,” which PCPA will perform in Santa Maria and Solvang.

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Gardens and cultures clash in Aug.productionGardens,”“NativeaPCPAsetfor25-Sept.3atthe Marian Theatre at Allan Hancock College, 800 S. College Drive, Santa Maria. (The theater is on the Bradley Road side of the campus.) After that, the theater company will bring the play to Solvang Festival Theater, 420 2nd St., Solvang Sept. 9-17 run. Written by Karen Zacarias, “Native Gardens” is about Pablo, a high-powered lawyer, and his wife Tania who are realizing the American dream when they move next door to Virginia and Frank. Things get intense as Pablo and Tania fight with Virginia and Frank over the longstanding fence that divides their properties. That escalates into a war over taste, class, privilege and entitlement.CatalinaMaynard directs the play, which features Christen Celaya as Tania, Oscar Emmanuel Fabela as Pablo, Kitty Balay as Virginia, Andrew Philpot as Frank and Manny Fuerte as the landscaper.Ticketscost $43 to $62.50. To purchase, go to www.pcpa.org or call 805-922-8313.

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COURTESY PHOTO “We have a wonderful cast and crew, and we promise a production filled with energy, heart, and passion,” said Irwin Appel, director of UCSB’s Naked Shakes’ production of “Romeo and Juliet.”

for instilling a strong tradition of giving back to the community. Ms. Salazar served as co-chair for the LEAD Council at Stanford University, co-chair of the Lompoc Community Track & Field Project, and served on the boards of Prevent Child Abuse America and Imagitas, Inc., which she cofounded. Locally, she has served on the boards of the Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara and Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History and is currently a board member for Cottage Health, the Santa Barbara Foundation and the Towbes Foundation. In recent years, Ms. Salazar successfully led the public and private partnership and fundraising efforts with the Lompoc Unified School District to create the Lompoc Community Track and Field at Huyck Stadium. “Ginger has a deep commitment to health, with roots in her creation of an organic garden and healthy lunch program at Montecito Union School to now serving on the Board of Directors at Cottage Health,” noted Ms. Costa. “She is a model citizen of service for all, and we are blessed to have her leadership and support.”Ms.Zaninovich has been praised for always being ready to serve, something that she does with great style and with great results for the community, said nominator Gerd Jordano. “She is a significant and powerful leader always keeping a focus on having a healthy community.”Originally from Kern County, Ms. Zaninovich, a retired nurse with a long history of volunteerism, has quietly and successfully supported causes near and dear to her heart for the last 20 years, according to the news release. From her time at Mount Saint Mary’s University in Los Angeles to the ongoing pandemic, she is constantly giving back, according to the Santa Barbara Foundation. Ms. Zaninovich volunteered to give free COVID-19 vaccinations to community residents. “Katina never asks anyone to do something that she wouldn’t do herself,” said nominator Debbie Arnesen. “From setting up for events, to being part of a team on a capital campaign, to administering vaccines in the parking lot at Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital during the pandemic.” With her volunteer work, Ms. Zaninovich was the founding member and was the first chair of the board for the San Marcos High School Royal Pride Foundation. She also served on the boards of the Cancer Foundation of Santa Barbara, CAMA Women’s Board, Cottage Health, Post-Partum Education for Parents, and Visiting Nurses and Hospice Care Professional Advisory Committee. Her more recent volunteer work includes serving as board chair for the Central Coast Chapter of the Alzheimer’s Association, chair of their Alzheimer’s Women’s Initiative, vice chair of the Cottage Rehabilitation Hospital Foundation board and co-chair of Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics Capital Campaign. She currently is a board member at Casa“KatinaDorinda.has consistently stepped up when she saw a need or was asked,” Ms. Arnesen said. “Her firm commitment, resolve, good humor, and can-do attitude inspire others to be their best and make our community stronger.” email: dmason@newspress.com

COURTESY PHOTO Lynn Van Emmerik stars as Susan, who is taking a solo trip to Australia to celebrate her 60th birthday, in the one-woman play “Just the Ticket” at the Ojai Art Center Theater.

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OJAI — Susan decides to celebrate her 60th birthday with a trip to Australia in a comedy called — what else? — “Just the Ticket.” Lynn Van Emmerik will star as Susan in the one-woman play, set for tonight through Sept. 4 at the Ojai Art Center Theater, 113 S. Montgomery St., Ojai. Susan, by the way, is charming, witty, eccentric and a bit of a klutz — exactly what you’d need for a comedy.Asshe starts her Australian adventure, she reflects, with a good deal of humor, on a life filled with love, friendship, loneliness and the reality of growing older. The curtain for “Just the Ticket” rises at 7:30 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays and 2 p.m. Sundays. Tickets cost $20 for general admission and $18 for art center members and seniors. To purchase, go to tix.com/ticket-sales/ tix/991.

— Dave Mason Woman travels to Australia in ‘Just the Ticket’

atSouthwestthroughoutUCSBShakesevent/970.www.theaterdance.ucsb.edu/news/toTheaward-winningNakedtroupehasperformedatandtakenitsproductionsSantaBarbara,overtoShakespeareCompanyTaliesinWestinScottsdale, Ariz., and the Shakespeare Center of Los AccordingAngeles.to UCSB, “Naked Shakes believes in the transformation of the actor and the space, along with the imaginative ability of the audience. Each play is presented clearly and directly so that the audience inhabits the imaginative world of the play through Shakespeare’s language.” Mr. Appel said “Romeo and Juliet” is a perfect play for today’s times in which people live in a divided nation and world. “Can love heal our divisions and our wounds?” Mr. Appel asked in a news release. “We have a wonderful cast and crew, and we promise a production filled with energy, heart, and passion,” he said. “Using contemporary music, costumes and iconic elements, we hope our audiences will discover how absorbing, dynamic, and thrilling ‘Romeo and Juliet’ can be.” email: dmason@newspress.com

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The Santa Barbara Foundation has named Ginger Salazar and Katina Zaninovich as its Persons of the Year for the Santa Barbara area.They will be honored for their volunteer contributions and community service at a luncheon Sept. 21 at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort Rotunda. Tickets went on sale this week.The first Persons of the Year were Harold Chase in 1942 and Pearl Chase in 1956. The award was known as Man and Woman of the Year and held that name until 2020.Recent recipients of the honor include Tom Parker, Catherine Remak, Michael & Marni Cooney, David Boyd, Jelinda DeVorzon, Ernesto Paredes, Joni Meisel, Janet Garufis, Jon Clark, Steve Lyons, Carol Palladini, Bill Cirone, Anne Smith Towbes, Ken Saxon, Patricia MacFarlane, Clifford W. Sponsel, Gerd Jordano, Cliff Lambert, John Daly, and Judy Stapelmann, as well as Ed Birch and Vicki Hazard. “A community hopes to nurture citizens to grow and give back. Ginger Salazar is a person that epitomizes this,” said nominator Ashley Costa, executive director of Lompoc Valley Community Healthcare Organization. “Lompoc gave Ginger so much, and she selflessly provides her talents to our region for all to benefit.” With roots in Lompoc, Ms. Salazar moved back to Santa Barbara County 17 years ago with her husband and four children and continues the culture of philanthropy in this region. According to a news release, Ms. Salazar often credits her parents MASON MANAGING EDITOR

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UCSB Department of Theater/ Dance will present a modern interpretation of Shakespeare’s “Romeo and Juliet” in early September at UCSB Studio Theater.Curtain rises at 7 p.m. Sept. 1, 2, 6 and 7. A matinee is set for 1 p.m. Sept.Admission3. for the Naked Shakes production, directed by Theater/Dance Chair Irwin Appel, is free, but registration is needed for attendance. Go

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INSTRUCTIONS Fill in the grid so every row, every column and every 3-by-3 grid contains the digits 1 through 9. that means that no number is repeated in any row, column or box. Sudoku puzzles appear on the Diversions page Monday-Saturday and on the crossword solutions page in Sunday’s Life section.

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— Don’t fear change, Aries. Even if you think you don’t adjust well, you have far more adaptability than you realize. Without change, life would become stagnant and lifeless. It wouldn’t be long before you grew unsatisfied and bored with the same old thing. Try to see change as an adventure and a gateway to greater happiness and fulfillment.

TAURUS — Make your dreams valuable tools for insight, Taurus. Back in the old days, great rulers believed so strongly in the insight of dreams that they employed interpreters. Whether you think dreams are mystical insights or random thoughts, you can gain a lot from them. GEMINI — Follow your instincts, Gemini. Even if you tend to listen more to your reason, put that aside. While your ears can hear words, your intuition can hear what’s between the lines and provide you with a much bigger picture. If something sounds right but feels wrong, you’ll be better off trusting your feelings. Act with careful consideration and caution. CANCER — Feed your mind with new knowledge, Cancer. Visit an internet bookstore or read some interesting information online. If you have more time, visit the library, if possible, or explore courses that you might like. There is knowledge to be had everywhere you look, provided you’re open to receiving it. LEO — Try to see nightmares as safe ways to understand feelings, Leo. No one likes to experience them, and we’d sooner forget them once awake, the quickest way to ensure they don’t return is to understand what they’re saying. Fear, pain, and anxiety are the most common ingredients of nightmares. What frightens you? Do you feel insecure? VIRGO — Are you living your dreams, Virgo? Are you still in touch with them? The energy from today’s planetary aspects can lend strength and encouragement to this part of your life. Take hold of the things you want most of all. Ask yourself, “What do I want people to say about me when I’m gone?”

Get back on the road to a fulfilled life by taking steps toward your desires. LIBRA — Today’s a good day to check into advancing your career or education, Libra. The energy favors expansion and growth. When was the last time you learned a new skill? It doesn’t have to be work related, either. If arranging flowers, skydiving, or programming websites is something that appeals to you, go for it. SCORPIO — Do you recognize your intuition as a valuable asset, Scorpio? Some people do and some don’t. Which group are you in? It can be easy to trust more in concrete, factual reality than in the things you can’t touch, yet your intuition can serve you more than you may realize. That gut feeling you experience can guide you toward greatness and alert you to danger. Trust it more.

DAILY BRIDGE (Answers tomorrow) Now arrange the circled letters to form the surprise answer, as suggested by the above cartoon.

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Codeword is a fun game with simple rules, and a great way to test your knowledge of the English Everylanguage.number in the codeword grid is ‘code’ for a letter of the alphabet. Thus, the number 2 may correspond to the letter L, for instance. All puzzles come with a few letters to start. Your first move should be to enter these letters in the puzzle grid. If the letter S is in the box at the bottom of the page underneath the number 2, your first move should be to find all cells numbered 2 in the grid and enter the letter S. Cross the letter S off the list at the bottom of the Remembergrid. that at the end you should have a different letter of the alphabet in each of the numbered boxes 1- 26, and a word in English in each of the horizontal and vertical runs on the codeword grid.

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PISCES — Are you satisfied with your current career, Pisces? If not, start by making a plan. There are specific steps that you can take to give you the greatest advantage in the opportunities available. Consider visiting online career sites. There are wonderful articles and tips for the taking. Don’t settle for less than you deserve. See what’s out there and find a more fulfilling career.

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SAGITTARIUS — Use your creativity to make things happen today, Sagittarius. This doesn’t have to take the form of a finished product. You can come up with new and innovative ways to approach a task, project, or problem. Trust your ability to discover such things. You’re known for your sharp thinking and creative abilities. CAPRICORN — Find new ways to expand your horizons, Capricorn. The web has an infinite number of resources and information to explore. Not only that, but your community and local colleges offer various online courses to choose from. Think about what you’d enjoy learningperhaps a new job skill or craft. AQUARIUS — Step out of your usual role, Aquarius. Doing this every now and then can add knowledge and expand your life. The day’s planetary aspects favor such growth. Your willingness to walk a different path can give you far more than you imagine. Try something you’ve never considered before.

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Thought for Today “It’s the friends you can call up at 4 a.m. that matter.”

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THAT SCRAMBLED WORD GAME By David L. Hoyt and Jeff Knurek Unscramble these Jumbles, one letter to each square, to form four ordinary words.