Santa Barbara News-Press: March 09, 2023

SB County general services director

‘Climate Champions’

Association for Women in Communications honors Hillary Hauser, Dr. Leah Stokes - B1

new era for disabled community

Inclusive Arts Clubhouse opens with ribbon-cutting ceremony

SB City Council to hold budget work session

By NEIL HARTSTEIN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

The Santa Barbara City Council will hold a special meeting today for a budget work session for fiscal years 2024 and 2025.

Council members will meet at 2 p.m. at the Carrillo Recreation Center, 100 E. Carrillo St.

The council will hear a presentation from staff related to the development of the budgets for the fiscal years, then provide direction to staff on how to proceed.

On June 14, 2022, the council’s Finance Committee received a report regarding the purpose, scope and timeline of the Fiscal Sustainability Initiative, where an overview of the major fiscal and budgetary challenges were discussed, staff said in their report.

“Revenue options and operational and process improvement working groups were established to develop recommendations and solutions to ensure the city continues to meet the needs of the Santa Barbara community now and for many years to come,” staff said.

Since then, the Community Development, Parks and Recreation, and Library departments presented a “deep dive” financial review of their operation including challenges and opportunities.

The Housing Authority also presented an overview to the Finance Committee.

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The Grace Fisher Foundation’s Inclusive Arts Clubhouse is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Sundays at La Cumbre Plaza, Unit F118, Santa Barbara. It’s kitty corner to Williams Sonoma. For more information, go to www.gracefisherfoundation. org.

By ANNIKA BAHNSEN NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

“What a blessing it is to see so many members of the Santa Barbara community come and support Grace’s vision!” said Debbie Fisher, the mother of the creator of the new Inclusive Arts Clubhouse.

On Wednesday, the Grace Fisher Foundation opened the Inclusive Arts Clubhouse located at La Cumbre Plaza in Santa Barbara.

In honor of the opening, the foundation hosted a ribboncutting ceremony in partnership with the Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce.

This clubhouse was started by Grace Fisher, the creator of the foundation. Grace modeled her vision

after her own experience with music and adaptive art therapy. Grace, who was a Santa Barbara High School senior at the time,

was diagnosed with acute flaccid myelitis in 2014 when she contracted a virus that spread to her spine. She was paralyzed

Catalytic converter theft suspects plead not guilty

By NEIL HARTSTEIN NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Two days after their arrest Sunday, two suspected catalytic converter thieves entered not guilty pleas at their arraignment Tuesday in Santa Barbara County Superior Court.

The defendants, Bryan Arciniega and Nathaniel Santiago Reyes, are each charged in a four-count felony complaint with conspiracy to commit a crime, in that they allegedly conspired to commit the crime of grand theft of personal property.

Prosecutors allege they collected gloves, a hydraulic jack and multiple reciprocating saws with metal blades, drove to the Santa Ynez Valley, identified victim vehicles and used tools to access catalytic converters.

The pair also are charged with receiving stolen property with a value exceeding $950, i.e. the stolen catalytic converters.

Vision 2030 was then introduced to the Finance Committee as the communication framework of the Fiscal Sustainability Initiative.

“This effort positions the city as a leader in smarter, proactive government, ensuring the city is sustainable, and the community is thriving,” staff said.

In late April, City Administrator Rebecca Bjork will present her recommended budget for fiscal years 2024 and 2025 to the council as required by the city charter. This will be followed by a number of public hearings during which each department will present its respective budget to the council and the public. This budget work session is held in advance of finalizing and issuing the recommended budget to provide the council and the public an overview of the city’s finances.

Staff will provide an overview of recent Vision 2030 initiatives, including working group updates regarding process improvements and revenue strategies. In addition, staff will provide the council with a summary of the recent revenue trends, projected costs and a long-term forecast of the city’s finances.

Staff will then present the budget instructions that were issued to departments to guide the development of department budget proposals.

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COURTESY PHOTO Law enforcement reported finding these allegedly stolen catalytic converters in this car in Buellton.

He allegedly brought or sent into the jail a controlled substance and a means of injecting or consuming it, or assisted in doing so.

And Mr. Reyes was charged with evading an officer, in that he “did willfully and unlawfully elude a pursuing peace officer by willfully driving on a highway in a direction opposite to that in which traffic lawfully moves.”

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Mr. Arciniega was charged with bringing or sending drugs into the Main Jail in Santa Barbara.

The complaint notes that Mr. Reyes has two prior felony offenses, and Mr. Arciniega has six prior felony offenses, all stemming from crimes committed in Los Angeles County. They are due back in court in Lompoc on March 15 to confirm

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Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse stands ready with the scissors as guests gather outside Wednesday for the ribbon cutting at the Grace Fisher Foundation’s Inclusive Arts Clubhouse.

Debbie Fisher, Michele Schneider and Mayor Randy Rowse share some words in honor of Grace Fisher. Debbie Fisher is standing just left of the mayor, and Ms. Schneider is standing to the immediate right of the mayor.

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Veteran becomes SB County general services director

Kirk Lagerquist brings experience as Naval Base Ventura County’s second-in-command

By KATHERINE ZEHNDER NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Navy veteran Kirk Lagerquist started his new position this week as general services director for Santa Barbara County.

Mr. Lagerquist is assuming his duties from Janette Pell, who is retiring at the end of March after serving six years as the general services director.

“I am very excited to have achieved this position for my second career,” said Mr. Lagerquist, whose first day on the job was Monday. “Having lived in Southern California four times throughout my Navy career, and with my daughter being born here, I knew I wanted to stay when I retired from the Navy.

“This position really aligns well with the background and experiences I gained throughout my Navy career, where I was a civil engineer corps officer in charge of facilities maintenance and construction of Navy and Marine Corps installations around the world,” Mr. Lagerquist told the News-Press. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to continue to provide public service for the citizens of Santa Barbara County.”

“My last assignment in the Navy was as the chief staff officer for Naval Base Ventura County — second-in-command of the installation,” said Mr. Lagerquist.

“I was essentially the deputy mayor for the three bases that comprise NBVC, which contains a deep-water port, two airfields and an isolated island,” he said, referring to the bases at Port Hueneme, Point Mugu and San Nicolas Island.

“Our role at NBVC was to be the landlord for the base, providing facilities and services for the 80 tenant commands and roughly 19,000 personnel that live and work there.”

The News-Press asked Mr. Lagerquist about how his naval career has prepared him to be general services director for Santa Barbara County.

“As a career civil engineer corps officer in the Navy, I have been assigned to a number of public works organizations, culminating in being the public works director for Naval Station Pearl Harbor in Hawaii and also at Camp Lemonnier in Djibouti, Africa. Those

Work to begin on Goleta bridge

GOLETA — Construction is scheduled to begin in mid-April on a four-year bridge replacement project on State Route 217 above San Jose Creek in Goleta.

The bridge is just north of the entrance to UCSB.

Caltrans said construction will occur during the daytime and overnight hours.

The traveling public can expect traffic delays as well as closures of Sandspit Road’s on- and offramps, periodic lane closures, and full highway closures with exact dates and times to be determined.

Caltrans said that according to nearby traffic volume stations, upward of 5,200 vehicles travel the bridges every day.

The existing four-lane highway bridge was constructed in 1963. The new bridges have been designed to current standards and flood elevations.

The contractor for this $26 million project is M.C.M. Construction Inc. of North Highlands, CA. Bridge construction is expected to be completed in the summer of 2025.

A follow-up plant establishment project will be completed in fall 2027.

A second project will begin this

two assignments specifically have set me up well for this general services director position, as I was responsible for maintaining facilities, capital improvements, renovations, utilities, energy programs, vehicle fleets and real estate agreements, and leading a large workforce of civilian engineers, contracting specialists, engineering technicians and blue-collar tradesmen.

“I also led large construction programs at the White House in Washington, D.C., and at Naval Special Warfare Command in Coronado, Calif. I’ve worked in large bureaucratic organizations at the headquarters level, where I had to interact with elected officials, presidential appointees, policymakers and career civil servants to develop and define programmatic level policy at a global scale to best run Navy and Marine Corps installations.”

Mr. Lagerquist attended Norwich University, the Military College of Vermont, where he received a bachelor’s in civil

engineering. He was awarded a Naval Reserve Officer Training Corps scholarship and was commissioned as an active-duty civil engineer corps officer upon graduation. Six years into his career, the Navy sent him to graduate school at the University of Colorado at Boulder, where he received his master’s in civil engineering, specializing in construction management.

Mr. Lagerquist also attended the executive education program at the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire. He discussed what’s ahead in his new career.

“My initial goal is to seamlessly take the reins from the outgoing general services director, Janette Pell,” Mr. Lagerquist told the News-Press. “She has built a great team and modernized the entire program during her tenure.

“I need to come in, learn specifically how the county operates, get to know my team and their strengths and competencies, and then leaning on my experiences within the Department of Defense, figure out how I can continue to refine or improve processes and procedures to make the department even more efficient and effective to best serve the county,” said Mr. Lagerquist. “I will be responsible for facilities maintenance, construction and renovation, energy, vehicle fleet, real estate, procurement, as well as budgeting to support these programs. These are all programs that I have done throughout my Navy career, at both the tactical and strategic levels.”

“I was born and raised in Bangor, Maine, the exact opposite corner from Santa Barbara,” he continued. “I am committed to serving Santa Barbara County and its citizens. I look forward to continuing a legacy of public service, transitioning from national defense to a county level.

“I thoroughly enjoy living here in Southern California and all that it has to offer. In my spare time, I enjoy running, hiking and camping, and would like to get back into playing ice hockey at the rink in Goleta.

“I am grateful to have been hired by the county, and I look forward to this new role as I start my second career.”

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TRAFFIC, CRIME AND FIRE BLOTTER

summer on the Highway 101 San Jose Creek Bridge, just north of State Route 217. The northbound and southbound bridges will be demolished and replaced in separate phases, keeping traffic open but with fewer lanes. Caltrans will release more information on this project when details are certain.

Katherine Zehnder

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Santa Barbara police to conduct DUI checkpoint

SANTA BARBARA — The Santa Barbara Police Department will conduct a driving under the influence checkpoint March 16 at an undisclosed location.

DUI checkpoint locations are determined based on data showing incidents of impaired driving-related crashes. The primary purpose of DUI checkpoints are to promote public safety by taking suspected impaired drivers off the road.

“Impaired drivers put others on the road at significant risk,” traffic investigator Kasper said in a news release. “Any prevention measures that reduce the number of impaired drivers on our roads significantly improves traffic safety.”

The Santa Barbara Police Department reminds the public that impaired driving is not just from alcohol. Some prescription medications and over-the-counter drugs may interfere with driving. While medicinal and recreational marijuana are legal, driving

under the influence of marijuana is illegal.

Drivers charged with a firsttime DUI face an average of $13,500 in fines and penalties, as well as a suspended license.

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Heritage Ridge apartment project receives approval

By KATHERINE ZEHNDER NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

After nine years of planning and consideration, the Goleta City Council this week approved the Heritage Ridge residential project.

The 332-unit apartment project, which includes 102 affordable housing units, is the third and final phase of the adjacent Willow Springs residential development and will be located on the north side of Camino Vista Drive adjacent to Los Carneros Road.

The council OK’d the project at its meeting on Tuesday.

“There is such a tremendous need for affordable housing right now, and we are so pleased that the Heritage Ridge project will give more people the opportunity to live where they work, which will ultimately increase their quality of life. Less time commuting means more time to enjoy your community,” said Mayor Paula Perotte in a news release.

There will be 102 affordable rental units for both seniors and families, with two manager units,

and 228 market-rate rental units (a total of 332 units).

The project also includes a two-acre public park, which will include a playground, a Chumash cultural area, a walking path with exercise equipment, a multi-use turf area and a nature habitat.

In 2019, Redtail Multifamily

Land Development, LLC (“Redtail”) took over the project from the Towbes Group.

The project went through many steps to get to this point including input from the Design Review Board, the parks and recreation

commission, and the planning commission before coming to the city council.

According to the city of Goleta, this project will complete the Central Hollister Corridor housing plan outlined in General Plan

Land Use Policy LU 8 and will provide affordable and marketrate housing in keeping with both land use and housing element policies.

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Santa Barbara County celebrates Tibet Day

By ANNIKA BAHNSEN NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

Das Williams, chair of the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, presented a resolution Wednesday to the Santa Barbara Friends of Tibet in honor of Santa Barbara Tibet Day, which is celebrated on Friday.

The event took place in front of the Santa Barbara County Administration building in Santa Barbara. Supervisor Williams and Thepo Tulko, a Tibetan Santa Barbara resident, spoke at the event.

Additionally, Nancy Martin, the education chairperson for the Santa Barbara United Nations Association, delivered some remarks.

Other people involved in the presentation were Emiliano Campobello, who played the flute during the ceremony, as well as a group of Tibetan monks who led a prayer.

The Tibetan flag was then raised to commemorate

the holiday as well as to show Santa Barbara’s support.

Santa Barbara Tibet Day is a holiday of celebration for local Tibetan residents supporting the Tibetan Uprising day. This holiday was created by Santa Barbara County last year in recognition of the 63rd anniversary of the uprising.

The 1959 uprising consisted of Tibetans surrounding the residence of the Dalai Lama and ordering for the withdrawal of Chinese forces. Around 87,000 Tibetan residents were killed, arrested or deported to labor camps. Still to this day, the Tibetans have struggled with their relations with China, which governs Tibet.

The Santa Barbara Friends of Tibet and Santa Barbara Summit for Tibet are two groups located in Santa Barbara County who work together to support the Tibetan people of the community.

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UCSB baseball defeats Waves

By ERIC BOOSE UCSB SPORTS

UCSB baseball (8-3) got a third straight quality start on the mound and runs from up and down their lineup Tuesday night, cruising to an 11-1 win over Pepperdine (4-6) at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium. Tyler Bremner went six scoreless innings and struck out nine for his first collegiate win, with plenty of

run support behind him — seven different Gauchos batted in at least one run in the game. LeTrey McCollum drove in four by himself to lead the team in RBI, while Jonah Sebring’s three hits led UCSB in that category.

HOW IT HAPPENED

Bremner set the tone early, striking out three of the first four batters he faced. He gave up a one-out double in the second, but

worked around it deftly, notching his fourth strikeout of the night before inducing a grounder to short to end the inning. In the third, he stranded a pair of runners with his fifth K of the night. They were the last Waves to reach base against the freshman righty. He sat down the side in order in the fourth, fifth, and sixth innings, ending his evening with a strikeout to end the sixth

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UCSB women’s tennis match against TCU canceled

By ERIC BOOSE UCSB SPORTS

With inclement weather forecast to hit the Santa Barbara area on Friday, the women’s tennis match between UCSB and TCU that day has been canceled.

At this time, the Gauchos’ match against UC San Diego on Saturday has not been affected and is set to

begin at 11 a.m. at the Arnhold Tennis Center. Should any other changes be made to UCSB’s schedule, updates will be provided on ucsbgauchos. com and team social media accounts.

Eric Boose is assistant director of athletic communications at UCSB.

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Das Williams, chair of the Santa Barbara County Board of Supervisors, presents the resolution to the Santa Barbara Friends of Tibet Wednesday in honor of Santa Barbara Tibet Day.

This is an architectural rendering of the Heritage Ridge residential project, which the Goleta City Council approved at its meeting on Tuesday.

The city council discusses the Heritage Ridge project before a packed room.

Clubhouse intended as a safe place for those with cognitive or physical disabilities

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art and music.

As expressed by her mother, Debbie Fisher, at the event, Grace’s vision for her life has always been to “have a foundation for kids with different disabilities.”

Grace Fisher was approached by Make-AWish in Santa Barbara to start a foundation to help other children with cognitive and physical disabilities experience the joys of art and music. Hence, the Inclusive Arts Clubhouse was born and fulfilled Grace’s dream.

The goal of the clubhouse is to foster a safe space where people who have cognitive or physical disabilities may express themselves in a studio accessible to them. The clubhouse will have classes and events dedicated to performing arts, music, painting and more. The space is also available to those who may want to rent the clubhouse for parties or events of their own.

Additionally, Jennifer Zacharias, one of the public relations managers of the event, explained that another one of the goals of the Grace Fisher Foundation alongside the Gwendolyn Strong Foundation — another local nonprofit — is to build an accessible playground in Santa Barbara.

In honor of the beginning of the arts clubhouse — an acclaimed new addition to Santa Barbara — people from all over the community helped put on the ribbon-cutting ceremony.

The Santa Barbara South Coast Chamber of Commerce helped with the production of this event as well as the creation of the studio.

Michele Schneider, the chamber’s director of business development, led the opening remarks of the event, saying that she is “honored to be a part in the creation of the studio.” Ms. Schneider is good friends with Debbie and Grace Fisher, having walked alongside Grace throughout her journey of acute flaccid myelitis.

The event itself was a success, with close to 100 people in attendance to watch the ribbon cutting and visit the clubhouse.

The clubhouse was full of bright and beautiful colors, paintings, and displays for all the patrons to enjoy. For the guests, there were stations around the clubhouse for various crafts, where you could design something of your own.

The main interactive art exhibit featured a big sheet of paper covered by a plastic sheet on top with paint in the middle. Guests were allowed to walk over it to make a unique and abstract piece of art — one way to showcase the studio’s accessible art.

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a date for a preliminary hearing, now tentatively set for March 16.

Sheriff’s deputies, along with a Sheriff’s K-9 unit and California Highway Patrol, arrested the pair following a long police chase.

At 4:58 a.m. Sunday, deputies responded to the 500 block of Sertoma Way in Buellton for a report of thefts of catalytic converters in progress.

While they were on their way, a sheriff’s dispatch relayed that the suspects were seen fleeing the area in a Fiat. Deputies spotted a vehicle matching that description near McDonald’s in Buellton.

When deputies attempted to stop the vehicle, the suspects fled, and the driver entered the opposing lanes of traffic, driving southbound in the northbound lanes of Highway 101, the sheriff’s office said.

In the interest of public safety, deputies discontinued their pursuit of the vehicle and shared the suspect and vehicle description with CHP, who located the vehicle further south on the 101, in the southbound lanes. CHP attempted to stop the vehicle, and the driver again entered the opposing lanes and the pursuit was terminated, officials said. CHP set up a spike strip on Highway 101 near Las Varas Canyon, where officers successfully disabled the vehicle

There were many important faces from around the community, including Santa Barbara Mayor Randy Rowse.

“Grace has had a huge impact on the community. This is the culmination of her creative dream: to give back to her community.

I am so overwhelmed by this!” exclaimed Mayor Rowse.

When it was time to cut the ribbon, everyone walked outside and stood behind Debbie Fisher, Michele Schneider and Mayor Rowse.

On the count of three, led by Laurie Barene,

the membership and Visitor Center ad sales coordinator for the Chamber of Commerce, the ribbon was cut.

And the cheers began.

Although Grace could not be in attendance, she did share some closing words for the audience, as conveyed by her mother: “We hope that everyone who comes inside (the clubhouse) feels a sense of belonging, that the arts are accessible, and most importantly: joy.”

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While Bremner was flummoxing opposing hitters, UCSB figured out Pepperdine’s pitchers immediately. Ivan Brethowr led off the game with a line-drive double to the leftcenter gap, then stole third. Christian Kirtley’s fly ball to left center was deep enough for the sophomore from Kansas to stride home, and it was 1-0 Gauchos. The classic, “get them on, get them over, get them in,” approach worked to a T for UCSB in the second, as Sebring singled up the middle, advanced to second on a grounder, took third on a wild pitch, then came home on a McCollum sacrifice fly to double the lead.

A two-run advantage would have been enough Tuesday night, but the Gauchos broke the game wide open in the fifth inning, scoring five runs in the frame, all with two outs. Jared Sundstrom drove in one with a double to the right-center gap, then Sebring drove in two more with a single up the middle. A walk and a hit batter loaded the bases for McCollum,

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who drove in his second and third runs of the night with a single through the left side of the infield.

Alex Schrier relieved Bremner in the seventh and gave up a run, but the offense picked up their pitcher in a big way in the bottom half of the inning. Broc Mortensen — who had entered the game in the top of the inning — drew a lead-off walk and took second on a wild pitch, then Sebring, Zander Darby, and John Newman, Jr. hit consecutive singles, making it a 9-1 lead. McCollum reached and drove in his fourth run of the night on a fielder’s choice, then Corey Nunez brought him home with another single for the 11th and final Gaucho run.

Jed Decooman pitched the eighth inning, and Michael Rice took the ninth. Neither allowed a hit, and Rice struck out the final two Waves to end the game.

ON THE STAT SHEET

• Tyler Bremner’s final line from Tuesday reads: six innings pitched, zero runs, two hits, one walk, and nine strikeouts; he has now gone nine straight innings without allowing a

Alethea Seto, dearly adored wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away surrounded by her loving family on February 25, 2023, at the age of 71, in Camarillo.

Born Alethea Maureen Thompson, Thea was raised in the Los Angeles area and graduated from USC with a degree in Occupational Therapy, a profession in which she was engaged throughout her life. After working at Northridge Medical Center, her adventurous spirit moved her to Vancouver, British Columbia, where she traveled in a mobile therapy van throughout Vancouver Island treating many First Nations people and making lifelong friends. Thea returned to southern California to resume a friendship with Raymond Seto. This blossomed into a marriage which blessed them with three beautiful children, Aeryn, Cassandra, and Gregory. After living in Palos Verdes for several years, the family moved to Mission Canyon in Santa Barbara, where Thea devoted her time to raising her children and volunteering at their schools (Roosevelt Elementary, Santa Barbara Middle School, and Santa Barbara High), while continuing her Occupational Therapy career at Cottage Hospital, SELPA, and a variety of home health agencies.

A lifelong mystic, Thea was devoted to living an authentic, purposeful life and seeking the divine through wisdom traditions, earth-based spirituality, and embodied practices including yoga and t’ai chi chuan. She especially enjoyed hosting tai chi retreat groups in Santa Barbara.

After all three of their children left home to attend UC Berkeley, Thea and Ray moved to Ventura County, where she continued to practice Occupational Therapy part-time, and pursued creative writing, volunteering, and healing arts. She created a second family home on the Sonoma Coast and was an active and loving presence for each of her seven grandchildren.

Thea was very proud of her children’s accomplishments. Aeryn became an executive at JP Morgan before pursuing a new path as a Presbyterian pastor. Cassandra graduated from Stanford Law School and became a litigation partner at O’Melveny & Myers.

Gregory graduated from Loyola Law School with a JD and LLM in tax before joining Deloitte as an international tax attorney. However, what provided the greatest joy and fulfillment to Thea was her children’s happy marriages to wonderful partners (Shan, Jonathan, and Julia) and their blessing her with beloved grandchildren.

Thea is survived by husband Ray; children Aeryn, Cassandra, and Gregory; and grandchildren Cody, Liv, Jack, Emerson, Dean, Nathan, and Mia. She is also survived by siblings Karen, Kathleen, and David.

A memorial service honoring Thea will be held at the

that was traveling southbound in the northbound lanes.

After a short foot pursuit, the first suspect — Mr. SantiagoReyes, 27, of El Monte — was taken into custody at 5:28 a.m. The second suspect, Mr. Arciniega, 32, of Los Angeles, was successfully tracked by a sheriff’s K9 unit to his hiding place in a palm tree and apprehended at 6:30 a.m. Deputies recovered two stolen catalytic converters from the suspects’ vehicle. Deputies have identified the vehicles that they were stolen from and are not looking for any additional victims associated with this incident.

Mr. Reyes was booked at the Main Jail for vandalism (felony), attempt to commit grand theft (felony), possession of burglary tools (felony), possession of stolen property (felony), conspiracy (felony), obstructing a peace officer (misdemeanor) and possession of a controlled substance. He is being held on an increased bail of $75,000.

Mr. Arciniega was booked at the Main Jail for reckless evasion (felony), reckless driving (misdemeanor), vandalism (felony), attempt to commit grand theft (felony), possession of burglary tools (felony), possession of stolen property (felony), conspiracy (felony) and obstructing a peace officer (misdemeanor). He is being held on an enhanced bail of $150,000. email: nhartsteinnewspress@ gmail.com

run.

• UCSB was clutch at the plate all night Tuesday, going 7-12 with runners in scoring position and 5-5 with runners on third and less than two outs, their best marks this season in both situations.

• The Gauchos, who lead The Big West in home runs this season with 15, scored their 11 runs Tuesday night without the help of a single long ball, and only two extra-base hits.

UP NEXT

It will be The Big West versus The Big East for the second straight weekend at Caesar Uyesaka Stadium, as the Gauchos are set to host Seton Hall for a three-game set, today, Friday and Saturday. With rain in the forecast, today’s start time has been moved to 2:35 p.m., while Friday and Saturday remain tentatively scheduled at their original start times — 5:05 p.m. and 1:05 p.m. respectively.

Eric Boose is assistant director of athletic communications at UCSB. email: sports@newspress.com

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The clubhouse is full of bright colors in hopes to spread joy through expression. These girls ran a craft station for guests to participate in.

By MARILYN MCMAHON NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

Hillary Hauser and Dr. Leah Stokes will be honored as climate champions by the Association for Women in Communications Santa Barbara chapter at its 15th annual AWC-SB Women of Achievement Awards presented by Women Connect4Good.

The luncheon will take place at 11:30 a.m. April 27 at Cabrillo Pavilion, 1118 E. Cabrillo Blvd.

The program’s theme is “Climate Champions: Bold Communication for a Sustainable Future.”

The event takes place just a few days before the Santa Barbara Earth Day Festival, which was founded in 1970 after a massive oil spill off the coast of Santa Barbara drew national attention and galvanized the environmental movement.

Tickets are $75 for members and $85 for nonmembers. After March 17, prices will increase to $85 for members and $95 for nonmembers. They are available at www.awcsb.org.

Beth Farnsworth, a KEYT-TV anchor and 2019 AWC-SB Women

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10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Storytelling: Native People Through the Lens of Edward S. Curtis” is on display through April 30 at the Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History, 2559 Puesta del Sol, Santa Barbara. The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesdays through Mondays. For more information, visit sbnature.org.

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Hillary Hauser and Dr. Leah Stokes to be honored by AWC-SB

of Achievement award recipient, will emcee the event.

“This is an honor that takes every one of my words away!”

Ms. Hauser said. “As a longtime writer/journalist, this feels like I’ve just been awarded the ‘Oscar of writing.’ I’m very humbled to be among the great women recognized by this association.”

Ms. Hauser is an accomplished diving photojournalist who cofounded the nonprofit Heal the Ocean in 1998. As executive director, she has led the organization’s extraordinary success in protecting the ocean, focusing on wastewater infrastructure — sewers and septic systems — as well as ocean dumping practices that have contributed to ocean pollution. She is outspoken about climate change and the urgent need to plan for sea level rise.

Dr. Stokes is an associate professor at UCSB whose work focuses on energy, climate and environmental politics. Her recent book, “Short Circuiting Policy,” was named the Best Energy Book of 2020 by the American Energy Society, listed as a Top 5 climate book for 2020 by the New York Times and won three awards from

the American Political Science Association.

For her engaged scholarship, Dr. Stokes was recently recognized on the 2022 TIME100 Next and Business Insider Climate Action 30 lists. Her academic work is published in top journals and is widely read and cited. She is quoted frequently in national media, has written for top outlets including the New York Times and hosts a popular climate podcast, “A Matter of Degrees.”

“We are in a race to address the climate crisis and keep our planet habitable,” Dr. Stokes said. “Our greatest challenge is to transform politics and policy — effectively and equitably — so that climate solutions become our default choices. To do so, we need powerful storytelling that invites us to give up despair, find a climate community and take meaningful action. That’s

Engage!

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. “Entangled: Responding to Environmental Crisis,” runs through March 25 at the Westmont Ridley-Tree Museum of Art. The museum is open from 10 a.m. Monday through Friday and 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday. It’s closed on Sundays and college holidays. For more information, call 805565-6162 or visit westmont.edu/ museum.

why I devote much of my career to speaking, podcasting and writing for a popular audience and why I’m deeply honored to be recognized by AWC-SB this year.”

Presenting the Women of Achievement Awards is one of the ways AWC-SB strives to empower women. By recognizing exemplary women communicators, the event provides inspiring role models for women who are pursuing careers in journalism, public speaking, writing, public relations, filmmaking, photography and related disciplines. Past honorees include Luz Reyes-Martin, former Santa Barbara City College public affairs director, former Goleta Union School Board member and current Goleta City Council member; Ms. Farnsworth, KEYT journalist and anchor; Hannah-Beth Jackson, retired state senator; Lois Capps, retired congresswoman; Helene Schneider, former Santa Barbara mayor; Dr. Carrie Hutchinson; Paula Lopez; Lynda Weinman and Catherine Remak.

Funds raised at this event support ongoing professional development opportunities offered by AWC-SB throughout

the year. AWC-SB hosts monthly meetings for its members and guests featuring topics that help communicators hone their skills and stay up-to-date with important developments in the technology, practice and ethics of communications.

AWC-SB is governed by an all-volunteer board. The 202223 board of directors is led by Lisa Osborn. Other board members include Lauren Bianchi Klemann, Leslie Dinaberg, Carolyn Jabs, Monica Kunz, Hilary S. Lyn, Jennifer LeMay and Joan Tapper.

“This year’s honorees are powerful women leading the way in changing how we view and respond to the climate crisis,” Ms. Osborn said. “Through their bold storytelling, they’ve transformed politics and policies, inspiring hope rather than despair and mobilizing communities into action for meaningful change. Their unwavering dedication pushes the movement forward, testifying to their leadership and earning them recognition as Women of Achievement.”

email: mmcmahon@newspress.com

REVIEW

‘Star Trek: Picard’ heads in the right direction with third season

Editor’s note: There are plot spoilers for episodes that have already aired.

By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

‘Star Trek: Picard” is back on course. The series had a fantastic first season and a second season with mixed results, but the third season easily is its most dramatic within a cliffhanger at the end of every episode. The series streams with new episodes on Thursdays on Paramount+, and today’s episode is called “No Win Scenario.” (This writer has not seen it in advance.) The first season, which addressed artificial intelligence and the synthetic species of androids inspired by Data, remains the most mysterious, but this season raises its own share of questions.

Next Generation” cast, and the friendship between retired Admiral Jean-Luc Picard (Sir Patrick Stewart) and his former Number One, Capt. Will Riker (Jonathan Frakes) stands out for its sense of emotion and fun.

TUNE IN

New episodes of “Star Trek: Picard” stream on Thursdays on Paramount+.

This season began with one of the better storylines for Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden), who has brought medical treatments to worlds not on the Federation’s radar with help of her son Jack (Ed Speelers). They’re being chased, and Beverly, who hasn’t stayed in touch with the Enterprise crew for 20 years, reaches out to Jean-Luc for help. That sets events into motion, and Picard and Riker end up on the USS Titan, where Seven of Nine (Jeri Ryan), is the first officer. They end up being chased by the villainous Vadic, who’s after Jack.

It won’t be spoiled here in case you missed the episode, but there’s a dramatic revelation about Jack.

Meanwhile, Raffi (Michelle Hurd) is on a Starfleet intelligence assignment that eventually leads

The best thing about this season is the reunion of “The

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Interlopings: Colors in the Warp and Weft of Ecological Entanglements” is an exhibit that runs through March 12 at the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden, 1212 Mission Canyon Road, Santa Barbara. Hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. The exhibit features weavings dyed with pigments from non-native plants on Santa Cruz Island. The weavings were created by artists Helen Svensson and Lisa Jevbratt. For more information, see sbbotanicgarden.org.

10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Central Coast artist and London native Annie Hoffman’s exhibit “Seeing Ourselves in Colour” will be displayed through Feb. 28 at Gallery Los Olivos, 2920 Grand Ave., Los Olivos. For more information, visit anniehoffmann.com.

10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. “SURREAL

WOMEN: Surrealist Art by American Women” is on display through April 24 at Sullivan Goss: An American Gallery, 11 E. Anapamu St. The gallery is open from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. daily. For more information, www.sullivangoss.com.

Noon to 5 p.m. “Clarence Mattei: Portrait of a Community” is on view now through May at the Santa Barbara Historical Museum, which is located in downtown Santa Barbara at 136 E. De la Guerra St. Admission is free. Hours are currently from noon to 5 p.m. Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays and from noon to 7 p.m. Thursdays. For more information, visit www.sbhistorical. org

MARCH 10

9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 75th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show will take place March 10-12 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Tickets cost $20 for one-day admission and $30 for a three-day pass. To purchase, go to sborchidshow.com.

MARCH 11 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 75th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show will take place March 10-12 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Tickets cost $20 for one-day admission and $30 for a three-day pass. To purchase, go to sborchidshow.com.

10 a.m. St. Patrick’s Day parade on Main Street in downtown Ventura.

2 to 4 p.m. The Goleta Valley Library will host its 50th anniversary celebration. The library is at 500 N. Fairview Ave., Goleta.

MARCH 12 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The 75th annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show will take place March 10-12 at the Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real. Tickets cost $20 for a one-day admission. To purchase, go to sborchidshow.com.

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Managing Editor Dave Mason dmason@newspress.com

THURSDAY, MARCH 9, 2023

Capt. Will Riker (Jonathan Frakes) and retired Adm. Jean-Luc Picard (Patrick Stewart) face a ruthless enemy in “Star Trek: Picard.” Behind them are Dr. Beverly Crusher (Gates McFadden, far right) and her son Jack (Ed Speelers).

COURTESY PHOTOS

Hillary Hauser, left, executive director of Heal the Ocean, is being honored as a a climate champion by the Association for Women in Communications Santa Barbara chapter. AWCSB is also honoring Leah Stokes, center, an associate professor at UCSB, as a climate champion. KEYT-TV anchor Beth Farnsworth, right, will host the AWC-SB Women of Achievement Awards.

COURTESY PHOTO

From left are the flags for Denmark, Sweden, Norway and Finland. The American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara is offering two scholarships to study in one of those countries.

Scholarships cover studies in Scandinavia

The American Scandinavian Foundation of Santa Barbara is offering $3,000 scholarships for two local students to study in Scandinavia.

The grants would cover enrollment fees, housing and travel. Students would study for six to eight weeks this summer in Denmark, Sweden, Norway or Finland.

Eligible are Santa Barbara students who are 18 or older. Students with Scandinavian heritage are welcome, but it’s not a requirement.

“Preference will be given to students seeking to enroll in a formal academic setting

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Continued from Page B1 her to working on a mission to defeat a dangerous enemy. Her partner in this effort is none other than Worf (Michael Dorn), who has learned to balance the fire of his Klingon energy with philosophical calm.

Complicating matters is a rogue group of Founders/changelings from the Dominion, who are involved in both storylines.

The writing, the acting, the growth of the characters, the impressive special effects and

with specific academic goals,” the foundation said in a news release. “We hope that students will not only succeed in achieving academic goals, but will also benefit from exploring that country’s culture, history and social structure.”

Application deadline is March 31. In-person interviews will be held during the week of April 10. Successful applicants will be notified by April 21, the foundation said. To apply, go to asfsb. squarespace.com.

— Dave Mason

the imaginative plot add up to a great season of “PIcard” so far. The producers are keeping fans guessing on various questions, but not too long, with each episode answering old questions and raising new ones. The ride is far more thrilling than the second season and has even more cliffhangers than the first one. What’s more, this season shows that showrunner Terry Matalas is both able to be nostalgic about the “Next Generation” characters and take them in bold new directions.

email: dmason@newspress.com

I picked up the first bunch of fresh asparagus that I had enjoyed for many months this past week from the Mendoza Family Farm of Lompoc.

Fresh asparagus is excellent when grilled, steamed, sautéed, roasted or even raw, and it’s excellent as a nice side or when incorporated into a number of dishes.

Asparagus is packed with antioxidants, essential vitamins and minerals, and is a good source of dietary fiber and protein. This week I prepared a very healthy seasonal salad utilizing fresh asparagus, beets, spinach and blood orange sections, the Fix of the Week, at right.

You can currently find fresh asparagus at all weekly Saturday Santa Barbara certified farmers’ markets. Price averages $6 per bunch.

notes. Delicious in both raw and cooked preparations, kohlrabi can be enjoyed grated and raw in slaws and salads, or roasted, sauteed, fried or steamed. Rich in Vitamin C, potassium and dietary fiber, it is a member of the nutrient-dense Brassica vegetable family. Most readily available from certified organic grower John Givens of Goleta, kohlrabi can be found at the weekly Saturday Santa Barbara, Sunday Camino Real, Tuesday Santa Barbara, and Thursday Carpinteria farmers’ markets. Price averages $3 per bunch.

FARMERS MARKET

Sam Edelman

Fix of the Week

Green kohlrabi

This green, round bulbous winter vegetable with attached stems and leaves draws quite a bit of intrigue this time of year.

Once it’s peeled and the cream-colored flesh is exposed, there are aromatic notes of fresh cabbage. Delivering the flavor of sweet broccoli stem, kohlrabi often has underlying peppery

Glacier artisan goat cheese

For those that enjoy charcuterie, I highly recommend adding this delicious goat cheese to the assortment. As described by the Drake Family Farm, who raises the goats that produce the milk which is turned into its high-quality cheese, the Glacier cheese is a mild bloomy rind of soft goat milk cheese reminiscent of the finest French bucheron. But it’s more dry to reflect our Southern California desert terroir. When ripe, it becomes creamier beneath the rind with an increasingly robust flavor. It’s named after “Glacier,” the goat who was Dr. Dan’s very first goat. And it’s available at the Saturday Santa Barbara farmers’ market. Price averages $11 per round.

Sam Edelman is general manager of the Santa Barbara Certified Farmers Market Association and host of “Farm to Table,” which airs live 9 a.m. Thursdays on KZSB AM 1290. Sam Edelman photos

It has been many months since I’ve enjoyed freshly harvested asparagus. So when I saw the bunches of dark green stalks at the Saturday Santa Barbara farmers market this past weekend at Mendoza Family Farm’s table, I had to grab a few.

One of my favorite seasonal veggies this time of year, fresh asparagus is excellent when grilled, steamed, sautéed, roasted or even raw. It can easily be incorporated into several delicious dishes. The core season for fresh asparagus runs from approximately early spring through summer so make sure to take advantage of this wonderful vegetable while you can.

When selecting your asparagus, look for stalks that are erect, vibrant in color and green from tip to base. The longer you have harvested asparagus in your possession, the woodier the texture will be towards the base.

Once home, asparagus should be stored in a dry plastic bag or food storage container in the refrigerator, but it’s best if wrapped in a paper towel. About one inch of the base end is usually discarded before preparing to get rid of the drier and tougher texture. If the tip is slimy or possesses an odd aroma, it is past its prime and should be discarded. There are several ways to prepare asparagus. Some enjoy it raw, either chopped or shaved, but the majority prefers the sweeter nuttier flavor than develops when it is lightly cooked.

Personally, I prefer my asparagus “Al dente,” with a subtle crunch, but you can also get a buttery texture when letting it cook for a little longer.

My preferred method of cooking is on the grill, as I love that slightly charred flavor. No matter how you prepare it, only a couple of minutes of heat exposure are all you will need to get it just right.

Asparagus is wonderful as a great side dish to your grilled meats, when added to your favorite stir-fry or when used to top a mixed green salad. With fresh beets, spinach and blood oranges currently in season, I decided to whip up a simple and flavorful salad, packed with flavor.

When asparagus is topped with a little crumbled goat cheese and freshly chopped herbs, you can’t go wrong.

ASPARAGUS, BEET, SPINACH AND BLOOD ORANGE SALAD

1 bunch of asparagus.

1 bunch of beets, peeled and diced.

1 tablespoon olive oil.

Salt and pepper.

8 ounces fresh spinach, rinsed and dried, stems removed. 2 blood oranges, peeled, pith removed and sliced into wedges. One-quarter cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped (or any fresh herbs you prefer).

4 ounces crumbled goat cheese.

Aged balsamic vinegar.

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Remove about one inch from the base end of your asparagus, and set aside. Toss your beets with olive oil and season liberally with salt and pepper. On a lightly oiled baking sheet, add beets in a single layer and place in the oven. Roast for about 20 minutes. Then toss and place back in the oven for another 10 minutes. Check to see if your beets are fork tender. If not, cook until fork-tender. When the beets are soft to your liking, toss the asparagus into the beet mixture and place back in the oven. Cook for about 5 minutes and remove from the oven and let it cool slightly.

Season the beets and asparagus with more salt and pepper to taste if needed. Place the spinach in a large mixing bowl, and toss the beets and asparagus with the greens. Then lightly incorporate the blood oranges and fresh herbs. Again, season if needed. Drizzle the top with olive oil, and aged balsamic vinegar, and plate each salad. Crumble fresh goat cheese over each. The juice from the blood oranges and beets, along with the light amount of olive oil, aged balsamic and flavor of goat cheese and asparagus, should create enough of a dressing on its own.

If more is desired, add a small drizzle of your favorite vinaigrette. Yield: Serves 2 large or 4 side salads.

Orchid show returns to Santa Barbara

After a three-year hiatus, the 75th Annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday through Sunday at Earl Warren Showgrounds, 3400 Calle Real.

The theme is “Orchids: The

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precede it at 3 p.m. in the Arlington courtyard and will cost $15, which includes priority seating during the broadcast, free popcorn, a free cocktail and a free raffle ticket to win prizes. Tickets for the pre-show party will be available at the Arlington box office.

MARCH 14

Lifeline screening for cholesterol, diabetes risks, kidney and thyroid function, plaque buildup in arteries and more at the Santa Barbara Seventhday Adventist Church, 425 Arroyo Road, Santa Barbara. Registration is required at www.lifelinescreening.com.

MARCH 16

5:30 p.m. Dr. Fabrizio Michelassi — Lewis Atterbury Stimson professor and chairman in the Department of Surgery at Weill Cornell Medical Center and surgeon-in-chief at New York

Adventure Returns.”

Tickets cost $20 for one-day admission and $30 for a threeday pass. To purchase, go to sborchidshow.com.

— Dave Mason

Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center — will present a public lecture titled “In the Eye of the Storm: Lessons Learned from the COVID-19 Pandemic.” The free talk will take place at the Wolf Education and Training Center, 529 W. Junipero St., adjacent to RidleyTree Cancer Center in Santa Barbara. Reservations are required by March 10. To attend, contact J.V. Vallejos at 805681-7528 or jvallejo@sansumclinic.org. Masks will be required.

MARCH 18

7:30 p.m. The Santa Barbara Symphony will perform “John Williams: A Cinematic Celebration” at The Granada, 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. To purchase tickets, go to granadasb. org. For more information, visit www. thesymphony.org or call 805-898-9386.

MARCH 19

3 p.m. The Santa Barbara Symphony will perform John Williams: A Cinematic Celebration” at The Granada, 1214 State St., Santa Barbara. To purchase tickets, go to granadasb.org. For more information, visit www.thesymphony. org or call 805-898-9386.

— Dave Mason

SUDOKU

CODEWORD PUZZLE

Thought for Today

HOROSCOPE

Horoscope.com

Thursday, March 9, 2023

ARIES — If you need to do errands, Aries, don’t drag others along with you. Complete your mission solo. You will find that you’re more efficient if you don’t have to carry the extra burden around. Not only will you get your chores done more quickly but you will also have time to think and process certain things without someone else’s energy influencing your thinking.

TAURUS — Don’t take no for an answer today, Taurus.

Chances are you won’t have to. People will be more understanding of your situation and have compassion for your cause. Your inner strength will show through loud and clear, and you have the desire to make anything happen you want.

GEMINI — It may be difficult to deal with people who seem spaced out and confused today, Gemini. This confusion can be contagious. You will find that no matter how much logic you apply to the situation, if it doesn’t feel right, it won’t happen. Things will flow naturally or they won’t flow at all.

CANCER — Take your mind off your stressful duties and responsibilities today, Cancer. This is a time for emotions and ego to connect in harmony. Don’t let other people’s problems ruin your good mood. There’s a need for you to consciously let your mind and body be at ease. Art and music will bring you a great deal of pleasure.

LEO — All the knowledge in the world will be no match for the emotional energy in the air on a day like today, Leo. You may be carried away into a mystical realm where feelings take precedence over facts. Let go of reality for a while and free yourself from the hectic pace of everyday life. There’s a strong pull toward the fantasy realm today, so feel free to go there.

VIRGO — Treat yourself to something special, Virgo, whether a gourmet meal, new outfit, or latest gadget. Today is your day and you shouldn’t deprive yourself of anything. There’s a remarkable synchronicity of events that will lead you to exactly the right place at the right time. There’s a special warmth and sensitivity in the air that will put your mind

and emotions at ease.

LIBRA — There’s an emotional, sensual feeling to the day that is sure to tickle your heart, Libra. Try not to be too abrasive when dealing with others. The more serene you can be, the more doors you will be able to walk through. Be patient and don’t feel like you need to be first in line. If you aren’t sure of a situation, don’t jump in headfirst.

SCORPIO — The different parts of your personality should work harmoniously today, Scorpio. It’s important that there be an equal amount of give and take in your world. If for some reason there’s an imbalance in a certain area of your life, address the issue right away. It’s important that you maintain equilibrium within yourself and with the people around you.

SAGITTARIUS — You probably aren’t going to impress people with your fast talk and quick facts today, Sagittarius. You will likely get further if you express the emotions that lie behind your words. It’s more important to say what you feel than what you think. Even though this may go against your usual nature, you will find that it’s the best policy on a day like this.

CAPRICORN — Your ego should be strengthened by your emotions, and vice versa, today. Be yourself in every capacity and situation, Capricorn. Things should flow quite smoothly for you as long as you keep the energy moving within you. Share your feelings honestly with others and you will find that your inner vitality strengthens.

AQUARIUS — Like a surfer who wants to ride the endless wave, you must first prepare yourself before you jump into the ocean with your board, Aquarius. Sit on the real or imaginary beach for a while and contemplate the tide. Watch the currents and see how other surfers fare under the prevailing conditions.

PISCES — Your gracious, tender nature is likely to be extremely appreciated today, Pisces. You may feel as if your head is so far up in the clouds that you can’t get anything done. The truth of the matter is that the work you need to do is actually found up in those clouds. Trust that you’ve taken care of the foundation.

DAILY BRIDGE

By FRANK STEWART

Tribune Content Agency

Thursday, March 9, 2023

When I studied voice way back in another life, I was taught how to “embellish” notes in the baroque style: add ornamentations to supplement the vocal line and show off the vocalist’s technique. Something similar can happen in dummy play: Declarer can embellish his basic line of play to get an extra chance.

At today’s 3NT, South won the first spade with the jack and led the Q-J of clubs. West played low, of course, so South next tried the ace and a low diamond.

West won and led another spade to the king, and South led another low diamond. He hoped for a 3-3 break, but it wasn’t to be. He took only eight tricks.

OVERTAKING

South can embellish his play: He leads a low diamond at Trick Two. South wins the spade return and cashes the ace of diamonds, dropping West’s queen. South then leads the queen and jack of clubs, overtaking with dummy’s king.

No ace appears, but South can lead a third diamond toward his jack, winning two diamonds, two clubs, two hearts and three spades.

DAILY QUESTION

You hold: Q 10 9 8

Q 8 A 8 4. Your partner opens one diamond, you respond one spade

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 through Saturday.

CROSSWORD PUZZLE

Answers to previous CODEWORD

How to play Codeword

Codeword is a fun game with simple rules, and a great way to test your knowledge of the English language. Every 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 grid. Remember 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.

PUZZLE

and he next bids two clubs. What do you say?

ANSWER: This problem is awkward. To pass would be timid; partner might have as many as 18 points. But a bid of 2NT would show a bit more strength and something in hearts, a raise to three clubs would promise four-card support and a rebid of two spades would suggest a better suit. Bid two diamonds.

dealer

“Life is given to us, we earn it by giving it.”

— Rabindranath Tagore