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FDA gives full approval to Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine

Pentagon considers deadline extension U.S. military looks at staying in Afghanistan past Aug. 31 despite Taliban’s objections By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

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Lorenzo Vasquez, left, and Leticia Rodriguez, right, get the first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine at Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital on Dec. 17. Dr. Lynn Fitzgibbons, chair of the infectious disease division, administered the first shots.

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A vaccination clinic at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort this spring inoculated a long line of residents.

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The Food and Drug Administration on Monday approved the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, which will now be marketed as Comirnaty, for the prevention of COVID-19 in individuals 16 and older. Santa Barbara County’s medical experts are hopeful the full approval, as opposed to the emergency-use authorization, will encourage more community members to trust the vaccine. Just over three in 10 (31%) of unvaccinated respondents in a Kaiser Family Foundation survey said they’d be more likely to get vaccinated if the FDA granted full approval. “If I can count on 30% of the unvaccinated. . . roughly 42,000 people, if I can count on those 42,000 to get vaccinated, that would move the needle in a very big way,” Dr. Van Do-Reynoso, the Santa Barbara County public health director, told the News-Press Monday. Current case rates mirror July 2020, even with 54.2% of the county’s population fully vaccinated. “I think the timing of this Please see VACCINES on A4

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Direct Relief helps during disasters Goleta nonprofit works to help Haiti, Northern California and the South By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

Goleta-based Direct Relief is working to respond to several major disasters. The nonprofit this week is sending aid to Haiti, where the death toll continues to climb after the 7.2 earthquake on Aug. 14. As of Monday, the number of deaths exceeded 2,000. Direct Relief also has worked on efforts to assist Northern California, hit by wildfires, and Tennessee and North Carolina, impacted by flash flooding. “A combination of existing relationships with disaster response agencies, safety net health clinics, and government agencies, as well as data analysis and pre-positioned supplies, have enabled Direct Relief to respond efficiently and precisely to requests after each incident,” Direct Relief said Please see relief on A2

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The Pentagon is considering an extension of the Aug. 31 deadline to pull out the remaining 6,000 U.S. troops in Afghanistan. Pentagon spokesman John Kirby said the Pentagon is considering the extension during its discussions with President Joe Biden and allies. He also said the U.S. is aware of the Taliban’s objections to changing the date. “The goal is to get as many people out as fast as possible,” Mr. Kirby said. “The focus is trying to do this as best we can by the end of the month.” But Mr. Kirby said there are no plans for the U.S. to retake Bagram Airfield to quicken evacuations. State Department spokesman Ned Price told reporters Monday that he couldn’t report a precise number of Americans evacuated “in part because that number changes all the time.” He said that 10,400 people were evacuated within the previous 24 hours. He also noted the State Department believes there are several thousand Americans who would like to leave Afghanistan. Last week, estimates put the number of Americans in Afghanistan at somewhere between 10,000 and 15,000. Since Aug. 14, the U.S. has evacuated or enabled the evacuation of approximately 37,000 people, Mr. Price Please see AFGHANISTAN on A2

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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies responded to the scene of a possible stabbing Monday afternoon in Goleta.

Santa Maria Police arrest two in DUI checkpoint SANTA MARIA — The Santa Maria Police Department arrested two drivers for driving under the influence during a DUI checkpoint Saturday night. Police also cited four drivers for operating a vehicle while unlicensed or with a suspended or revoked license. Officers screened 184 vehicles, and no other drivers faced criminal charges. The checkpoint was located at the 700 block of north Broadway, a location chosen from a history of incidents. SMPD will hold another checkpoint in upcoming months. The checkpoint is funded by a grant

from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. — Annelise Hanshaw

Goleta man arrested for attempted murder of roomate GOLETA — A Goleta man is facing attempted murder charges after allegedly hitting his roommate in the head with an unsharpened sword, causing serious injury. The incident occurred at approximately 12:40 p.m. Monday in the area of Tecolote and Aguila avenues.

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Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s deputies arrived on scene and found a victim who said the suspect was inside of a residence in the 5700 block of Aguila Avenue. The suspect, later identified as 26-year-old Halber Rodriguez of Goleta, refused to speak with deputies. Backup, including canines, air support, the special enforcement team and crisis intervention team responded to the area. The suspect’s mother convinced him to step outside, where he was taken into custody at 1:35 p.m. He is receiving treatment for minor injuries and will be booked in the Santa Barbara County Main Jail. The victim was transported to an area hospital and is expected to recover. — Annelise Hanshaw

Direct Relief providing aid for NorCal Dixie Fire, eastern floods Continued from Page A1 in an emergency update published Monday at www.directrelief.org. To help Haiti, Direct Relief is preparing to send more than 192 pallets of medical aid, totalling $12.8 million. Direct Relief plans to send a FedEx charter plane, full of supplies, on Thursday to the Caribbean nation. The nonprofit said the aid will include 140 pallets of antibiotics, wound care items, personal protective equipment, diagnostic supplies, medical-grade freezers, IV fluids, medical relief packs and essential medications. In addition, six pallets of Direct

Relief’s emergency backpacks, tents and hygiene kits will arrive early next week by private charter to the Colorado Haiti Project in Petit-Trou-de-Nippes. That’s near the earthquake’s epicenter. In California, Direct Relief is assisting with aid for the Dixie Fire, which has burned more than 730,000 acres and is the second largest fire in the state’s history. Direct Relief has committed an initial $1 million to help safety net clinics and responders. It also is making supplies available for its partners in Northern California. Those supplies include 1.3 million KN95 masks, 20 wildlife health kits, insulin, oxygen concentrators, psychiatric/mental health

medicines, hygiene kits, backpacks, inhalers, steroids, tetanus vaccine and personal care products. Direct Relief also has worked on public and private data sources to map and analyze the wildfire risk, social vulnerability and population movement in the fire-affected areas. And Direct Relief is monitoring the flash floods in Tennessee and North Carolina. As of Monday, 40 people remained missing in Tennessee, where heavy rainfall over the weekend caused flash floods, killing at least 21 people. “Direct Relief has been in communication with the Tennessee Primary Care Association, the Tennessee Red Cross and the Tennessee Emergency

Management Association to assess current medical needs and offer support,” according to Direct Relief’s website. The Goleta nonprofit has reached out to health center partner facilities in Tennessee and plans to respond to requests. In North Carolina, Direct Relief is helping with efforts to deal with Tropical Storm Fred, which has killed at least two people and caused severe flooding across much of the western part of the state. As of Monday, 20 people were missing. Direct Relief said its Hurricane Preparedness Packs are prepositioned in coastal North Carolina. email: dmason@newspress.com

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Evacuees, including children, wait to board a flight out of Kabul, Afghanistan, during the U.S. withdrawal from the country.

We are not in any way trusting the Taliban. This is not about trust. This is about what’s in our interests and also what’s in the interests of the people of Afghanistan, and those two things

are aligned.” Mr. Price’s briefing came a day after the release of a CBS News/ YouGov poll, in which 74% of those surveyed said the U.S. withdrawal had been handled badly or very

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said. “Since the end of last month, the end of July, we have relocated approximately 42,000 people.” And he said the State Department called Americans in Afghanistan over the weekend. According to national media reports, the gates to the Kabul airport have been closing and reopening without notice, and the Taliban have been harassing and even beating Americans trying to get to the airport. During recent days, U.S. military helicopters have been used to transport Americans trying to reach the airport. The Biden administration has said it has an agreement with the Taliban to allow for safe passage of Americans to the airport. On Monday, Mr. Price said the U.S., in conjunction with the international community, has “significant sources of leverage” if the Taliban violates that agreement. He noted it’s in the interest of the Taliban, who will be overseeing a large, expensive country, to abide by the agreement. Mr. Price said any attempt by the Taliban to disrupt evacuations of Americans “would be met with a very swift and severe response. That has been our message.” Later he added, “Well, I want to be very clear about one thing.

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Firefighters work to douse the flames consuming the Dos Pueblos Little League’s shed and equipment last week at Girsh Park. American Riviera Bank has announced a campaign to help the league replace what was lost in the suspected arson.

American Riviera Bank to match donations to replace little league equipment American Riviera Bank is stepping up to the plate in an effort to replace the Dos Pueblos Little League’s shed and equipment. It will match all donations to the league up to $7,500, which would allot for half of the estimated $30,000 in damages. The shed containing pitching machines, equipment and other team supplies was burned in a suspected arson at Girsh Park last week. “As soon as we heard about the loss of the DPLL shed, we knew we had to do something. American Riviera Bank has been a staple in the Goleta community for years, and many of our employees grew up playing ball at our beloved Girsh Park,” Joanne Funari, executive vice president and chief operating officer at American Riviera Bank, said in a news release.

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“My son played ball there, and my husband coached the little league teams there. We love this community, and we are honored to help.” Dos Pueblos Little League has played ball for nearly 50 years, originating in a field that is now the site of the Camino Real Shopping Center. It moved to Girsh Park in 1997, storing equipment in a shed. “While this appears to be a random act of vandalism, DPLL is significantly impacted by the loss of structure and equipment,” said Jeff Palmer, president of the Dos Pueblos Little League. “Fall baseball practices and tournaments held at Girsh are also affected by this fire, but we are going to do our best to replace equipment as soon as possible. “We can’t thank American Riviera Bank enough for the longstanding relationship and support of our program, and the generous offer to match donations.” There is a fundraising account for the league at American Riviera Bank’s Goleta branch, located at 5880 Calle Real. Community members can also donate online or at the bank’s other locations.

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Dr. Daniel Phillips is featured in a video tutorial to assist with the creation of Goleta City Council districts.

Goleta offers tutorial on drawing maps for district elections By MARILYN McMAHON News-Press Staff Writer

To make it as easy as possible for the public to draw and submit an online or paper map with suggested district boundaries as the city of Goleta moves to district elections for the first time in November 2022, the city is releasing a “How to Draw a Map” video tutorial. It features demographer Dr. Daniel Phillips with National Demographics Corp., according to a press release. A public workshop will be held at 6 p.m. Oct. 21. Maps are due by Jan. 6. The city has received more than 15 maps so far and is hoping the video will increase public participation by making the process simple and less intimidating. All you need to do is go to your computer, go to DrawGoleta.org and play the video in English or Spanish. Final 2020 Census data won’t be released until sometime in September, but that doesn’t mean the public can’t start using the mapping tools and submitting maps now. Those who submit maps now can adjust their map boundaries, if they want, once

The city has received more than 15 maps so far and is hoping the video will increase public participation by making the process simple and less intimidating. the final Census numbers are available. With district elections, the city will be divided into four districts, and voters in each district will elect a city council member who lives in their own district. The mayor will continue to be elected by voters across Goleta. The public can help draw district boundaries online at DrawGoleta.org or by using paper maps, which are available at City Hall or the Goleta Valley Library during hours of operation. For more information, call 805-961-7505, visit DrawGoleta.org or email cityclerkgroup@ cityofgoleta.org. Email: mmcmahon@newspress.com

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SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS OBITUARIES RAPHAEL, James Scott

James Scott Raphael (known as “James” or “Scott” depending on the era) died peacefully in his sleep of natural causes on August 16, 2021, at age 44. Born September 9, 1976, James Scott met life’s challenges with a madcap sense of humor and a philosopher’s grace. He was a gifted singer and multi-instrumental musician, a SXEOLVKHG SRHW DQG D SUROLÀF HVVD\LVW $QG KLV XQEULGOHG love and kinship with animals brought him great joy. James Scott attended St. Patrick’s Elementary in Arroyo Grande for 8 years and graduated from St. Joseph High School, Santa Maria, where he played football and soccer. Over the years, he was employed in various service positions in and around Goleta. He also spent many hours volunteering with Santa Barbara Community Access TV. James Scott was preceded in death by his sister Suzanne Elizabeth Raphael, his brother-in-law Jon Charles, and his beloved dogs Molly and Cash. His loss is grieved by his mother and stepfather, Janice Raphael and Steve Gong of Nipomo; his father and stepmother, Mike Raphael (former North County Bureau Chief for the News-Press) and Rev. Stephanie Raphael of Los Osos; his sisters, Jennifer Raphael of San Diego, Maureen Charles of Pasadena, Priscilla Raphael Cyphers of Carson City, NV, and Shelley Schamach (and husband Courtney) of Tarzana; and his nieces and nephews, Trevor, Brenna, Shakib, Shiloh, Daisy, and Dylan. There is an enormous James Scottshaped hole in all of our hearts. 7KH IDPLO\ ZLOO JDWKHU IRU D SULYDWH PHPRULDO DW D ODWHU GDWH ,Q OLHX RI ÁRZHUV SOHDVH donate to pathpoint.org in his memory.

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The city of Lompoc has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.

Lompoc recognized for excellence in financial reporting LOMPOC — The city of Lompoc has received the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada for its comprehensive annual financial report for the fiscal year ending June 30. The city has received the recognition for four years from 2017 through 2020.

The Certificate of Achievement is the highest form of recognition in the area of governmental accounting and financial reporting, and its attainment represents a significant accomplishment by a government and its management, according to GFOA. The CAFR has been judged by an impartial panel to meet the high standards of the program, which includes demonstrating a constructive “spirit of full disclosure” to clearly communicate its financial story and motivate potential users and user groups to read the CAFR. City Manager Jim Throop credited management services director Dean Albro’s

commitment to financial reporting excellence with helping earn the recognition, along with the efforts of city finance staff. “I’m proud of the work Dean and his staff have done to maintain full transparency in reporting our city finances, even with the challenges of a pandemic and the transition to a new financial management system,” said Mr. Throop in a press release. “Keeping our community informed about all matters of city government is important, and we are honored to again be recognized by the Government Finance Officers Association.” — Marilyn McMahon

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Continued from Page A1 approval is wonderful because we are seeing a crisis again evolve before our very eyes, and we have very limited time to blunt the wave of the delta variant before it crashes down on our community,” said Dr. David Fisk, an infectious disease specialist with Cottage Health and Sansum Clinic. The Santa Barbara community has started to see a rise in vaccination requirements, even in the county’s community colleges. Many predict more mandates are to come following the FDA’s approval — including a requirement within the U.S. military. The Pentagon will soon require service members to receive COVID-19 vaccination, press secretary John Kirby told reporters Monday. A timeline will be released soon. “I think vaccines are the only way we’re going to get past this pandemic,” Dr. Charles Fenzi, CEO and chief medical officer of the Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics, told the News-Press. “I think people who have a job and work in a large enough organization are going to find themselves in a position where they have to get vaccinated or work somewhere else.” “I think we’ll see more employers mandate the vaccine,” Dr. Fisk said. “Having a vaccinated workforce makes it safer for everyone in the workforce, and it also makes it safer for the extremely rare medical cases that can’t get vaccinated.” Employees with vaccineactivated immunity are less likely to need time off from work to fight the virus as well. People with some underlying medical conditions are unable to get the vaccine, per discussions with a healthcare provider. Some long for the protection

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Nurse Marilyn Porpost, left, administers the vaccine to Fay Robinson, an emergency-room technician, at Marian Regional Medical Center in Santa Maria Dec. 17.

of the vaccine but are unable to receive it, instead relying on those around them to keep them safe. Children under the age of 12 are not currently eligible to receive any of the COVID-19 vaccines, but trials are looking at the safety and effectiveness in this age group. Full approval allows doctors to administer the vaccine “off label,” Dr. Fisk said, meaning they could potentially use the vaccines in other ages with compelling reason. He isn’t advocating for this route, and he doesn’t know if physicians will take it. Dr. Fenzi said the approval will make his job “a little easier”

Local animal shelters seek homes for pets Local animal shelters and their nonprofit partners are looking for homes for pets. For more information, go to these websites: • Animal Services-Lompoc, countyofsb.org/ phd/animal/home.sbc. • Animal Shelter Assistance Program in Goleta, asapcats.org. ASAP is kitty corner to Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter in

talking to people about the vaccine. He spends a lot of time explaining the production of vaccines and finds hesitancy across demographics, though he has seen especially resistant communities. Dr. Do-Reynoso has talked with acquaintances and friends about their concerns. She gently corrects accusations that the COVID-19 vaccinations cause infertility, change DNA, cause death or are experimental. “This is really personal for me. I’ve heard quite a few extremely tragic accounts from my family and friends,” she said.

Goleta, bunssb.org. BUNS is based at Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Companion Animal Placement Assistance, lompoccapa.org and facebook.com/ capaoflompoc. CAPA works regularly with Animal Services-Lompoc. • K-9 Placement & Assistance League, k9pals.org. K-9 PALS works regularly with Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Santa Barbara County Animal Care Foundation, sbcanimalcare.org. (The foundation works regularly with the Santa Maria Animal Center.) • Santa Barbara County Animal Services in

Many of her loved ones are coping with loss as a result of COVID-19, and she has heard heartbreaking stories nationwide. “As more and more people come to know people who are among those who are hospitalized, they think they better get this done,” Dr. Fenzi said. He noticed an uptick this past week in the number of patients getting their first COVID-19 shots. The county has the capacity for more patients to receive their doses, without needing additional clinics, Dr. Do-Reynoso said. email: ahanshaw@newspress.com

Goleta: countyofsb.org/phd/animal/home.sbc. • Santa Barbara Humane (with campuses in Goleta and Santa Maria), sbhumane.org. • Santa Maria Animal Center, countyofsb. org/phd/animal/home.sbc. The center is part of Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Santa Ynez Valley Humane Society/DAWG in Buellton, syvhumane.org. • Shadow’s Fund (a pet sanctuary in Lompoc), shadowsfund.org. • Volunteers for Inter-Valley Animals in Lompoc: vivashelter.org. — Dave Mason

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Honored for their work with the Heath House renovation are, from left, Rene Nateras, Omead Poure, Adele Rosen, Mireya Rojas, Ken Trigueiro, Efrain Perez, Deborah Schwartz, Rob Pearson and Librada Gallardo. Ms. Schwartz is president of Santa Barbara Beautiful, which presented the President’s Award, one of the nonprofit’s Golden Leaf Awards.

Santa Barbara Beautiful honors three local projects By MARILYN MCMAHON NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

C Heath House provides housing for formerly homeless women.

Golden Leaf winners

A Golden Leaf award was presented to the Santa Barbara Ecological and Edible Garden Project, which supports biological and cultural diversity through ecological edible gardens. “The SBEE Garden Project is truly a collaborative effort, bringing together SBCC faculty and students, elementary school students and their families, researchers, educators, garden enthusiasts and the community as a whole,” said Lindsay Johnson, chief program manager for the Santa Barbara City College Foundation.

ontinuing its tradition of recognizing outstanding achievements in community beautification, Santa Barbara Beautiful has announced its 2021 Golden Leaf awards. Heath House, which provides housing for formerly homeless women, is the winner of the President’s Award. Other recipients are the Santa Barbara Ecological and Edible Garden Project (SBEE), which supports biological and cultural diversity through ecological edible gardens; and Poetry With Wings! in honor of the poetry and art created by third through sixth graders in Santa Barbara to bring attention to the plight of the monarch butterflies. “This year we are honoring the individuals who collaborated to produce the outstanding community projects, which epitomize the strength of collaboration to produce worthy outcomes,” said Deborah L. Schwartz, Santa Barbara Beautiful president. Certificates of Award will be issued to the individuals involved in each of the projects in September. The historic Heath House, which previously served as a hospice for AIDS patients, had fallen into extensive disrepair. In 2020, the building was purchased by People’s Self-Help Housing, which restored and extensively rehabilitated it. “We very much appreciate the opportunity to be recognized for the work achieved at Heath House this past year,” said Ken Trigueiro, PSHH CEO and president. “Not only is the property fully restored and a credit to the community, but it is now providing a safe, supportive space for formerly homeless women in Santa Barbara. This was a highly collaborative project, and we share this high honor with our many development partners and generous supporters who made it possible.” Heath House award recipients include Mr. Triguerio, Dalia Flores, Darya Oreizi, Rob Pearson, Adele Rosen, Barbara Allen, Rob Fredericks, Lucy Graham, Laura Dubbels, Jennifer McGovern, Ted Teyber, Roc Lowry, Kathy Michaud, Jackie Carrera and Gary Clark. SBEE Garden Project recipients include Geoff Green, Adam Green, Daniel Parra Hensel, Lindsay Johnson, Hugh Kelly, Denise Knapp, Jesse Gonzalez, Brad Smith and Rachel Johnson. Poetry With Wings! honorees will be Larry J. Feinberg, Kristy Thomas, Tina Villadoid, Cie Gumucio and Scott Pipkin. “The SBEE Garden Project is so grateful to have received Please see WINNERS on B2

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My online therapist support group

ou’d think after doing Zoom and FaceTime sessions all week, I’d run from a group therapy session for therapists, and, in truth, it took me a little while to get on my first call. But it was great. It’s taking your own medicine, and it tastes good. This is therapy for the therapist, and we all need it. Did you know that after getting your master’s degree, there is no requirement for therapists to do therapy? Still, I have seen a lot of therapists in my practice over the years, and they work hard on themselves to be better at what they do and who they are. With the pandemic, most businesses have adapted for social distancing, and medicine and psychotherapy are no exception. Most counseling is now done online. Doing therapy this way works fine, but it is more difficult than face-to-face counseling. A therapist has to work much harder

to feel the other person’s energy (and get them to feel yours), and so it requires more focus in many cases. That works for me. I enjoy it for the most part, and the results have been excellent working one-on-one with my individual clients and working with couples. Group therapy would be much harder, I thought, but when we got a small group of therapists together for regular biweekly sessions, the group almost ran itself and has been very therapeutic. We all need to find better ways to take care of ourselves and our loved ones emotionally, and that process will not end until COVID does. My friend Lani Votaw, LMFT, set up the group I’m in, and we have become closer because of it. I admire how hard she works at her practice and

still gives her time to do what’s needed to keep our meetings going. The men and women who attend share their struggles and some joys as well as tips on how to improve this new process of working with clients. For example, I take more time between sessions now and have learned to pace myself better throughout the day. This helps me stay in balance during this unprecedented time in our lives. I’m doing a TED talk for the Australian Medical Coalition about the need for all of us in the health field to get emotional support during the pandemic. I sometimes see nurses, therapists, and physicians at the end of the day feeling like the proverbial painter going home to an unpainted house. Self-care is more important than it has ever been. None of us signed up for

this. We were blindsided but are making the best of it and doing our jobs. I will continue to attend these group therapy meetings because they help me cope with all the pain that is going on around us. To be able to talk with peers and know that you are not alone in your struggle is very healing and empowering. You don’t have to be a therapist to get a lot out of group therapy. If there is something like this available to you, please give it a try. The great part is that you can be anywhere in the world and still participate. Barton Goldsmith, Ph.D., LMFT, is an award-winning therapist and writer. He is a columnist, blogger and the author of seven books, including “Visualization For Success — 75 Psychological Empowerment Exercises To Get You What You Want In Life.” Reach him at barton@bartongoldsmith. com.

Chaucer’s to present ‘Seeing Ghosts’ author Kat Chow, author of “Seeing Ghosts,” will talk with writer Larissa Pham during a free virtual Chaucer’s Books program at 6 p.m. Sept. 9. To watch the talk, go to us06web.zoom.us/j/82926821689. “Seeing Ghosts” explores grief and the search for meaning as seen through the eyes of three generations of Ms. Chow’s Chinese-American family. Ms. Chow is a former NPR reporter, and her work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times Magazine and The Atlantic and on RadioLab. “Kat Chow has always been unusually fixated on death,” according to a news release. “She worried constantly about her parents dying — especially her mother. A vivacious and mischievous woman, Kat’s mother made a morbid joke that would haunt her for years to come: When she died, she’d like to be stuffed and displayed in Kat’s future apartment in order to always watch over her. “After her mother dies unexpectedly from cancer, Kat, her sisters, and their father are plunged into a debilitating, lonely grief,” according to the news release. “With a distinct voice that is wry and heartfelt, Kat weaves together a story of the fallout of

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Kat Chow, author of “Seeing Ghosts,” will talk with fellow writer Larissa Pham during a virtual Chaucer’s tlak.

grief that follows her extended family as they emigrate from China and Hong Kong to Cuba and America, the ‘Seeing Ghosts’ asks what it means to reclaim and tell your family’s story: Is writing an exorcism or is it its own form of preservation?

“The result is an extraordinary new contribution to the literature of the American family, and a provocative and transformative meditation on who we become facing loss.” Ms. Chow is one of Pop Culture Happy Hour’s fourth chairs. She’s

received a residency fellowship from the Millay Colony and was an inaugural recipient of the Yi Dae Up fellowship at the the Jack Jones Literary Arts Retreat. Ms. Pham is an artist and writer in Brooklyn. Her essays and criticism have appeared in The Nation, the Paris Review Daily, Guernica, Bookforum, and elsewhere. She is the author of the novella “Fantasian” and the essay collection, “Pop Song.” For more information, go to chaucerbooks.com. — Dave Mason

Jorgenson named SBCC sports information specialist SANTA BARBARA — Michael Jorgenson is the new sports information specialist at Santa Barbara City College. Mr. Jorgenson joins City College after serving as the sports information director at UCSB and UC Riverside. “We are thrilled that Michael is joining the Vaquero family!” Ellen O’Connor, City College acting director of athletics, said in a news release. “Michael comes to SBCC highly

recommended with all the technical skills associated with running an intercollegiate sports information operation.” Mr. Jorgenson is a Rancho Cucamonga native and a 2012 graduate of Etiwanda High School. Mr. Jorgenson earned his bachelor’s in English and communication in 2016 at UCSB, where he was sports editor of the Daily Nexus, the campus newspaper.

“I can’t begin to express how excited I am to be joining the Vaquero family,” Mr. Jorgenson said in the news release. “Sports and writing are two of my greatest passions, so being able to do both of those things once again, it doesn’t even feel like work.” He said he looks forward to highlighting the achievements by City College athletes. — Dave Mason

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Michael Jorgenson brings his experience working at UCSB and UC Riverside to his new role as sports information specialist at Santa Barbara City College.

Lifeguard training in Lompoc LOMPOC — The Lompoc Parks and Recreation Department is offering lifeguard training for ages 15 and older. Sept. 6 is the deadline to register for the program, which will take place at the Lompoc Aquatic Center, 207 W. College Ave., Lompoc. The course will be a blend of

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a 2021 Golden Leaf Award from Santa Barbara Beautiful. Being recognized for contributing to the beauty of our community, while also educating that community about edible gardens and healthy ecosystems, is an honor,” said Ms. Johnson, chief program officer for the Santa Barbara City College Foundation. “The SBEE Garden Project is truly a collaborative effort, bringing together SBCC faculty and students, elementary school students and their families, researchers, educators, garden enthusiasts and the community as a whole.” Last spring, the Santa Barbara Museum of Art, Cal Poets in the

classroom activities, hands-on practice and online learning. To register, call the Lompoc Recreation Division at 805-875-8100 or go to apm.activecommunities. com/lompocrecreation. An email address is required for registration. A “pre-course” is set for 5:30 to 8 p.m. Sept. 10. Instruction will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sept.

11, 12 and 19. The class will cover lifeguarding techniques, water rescue skills, emergency systems, Basic Life Support (CPR/AED) and first aid. Upon completion, participants will receive American Red Cross certification in lifeguarding, CPR and first aid. Cost is $200. The fee will be

refunded for Lompoc Valley residents who are hired as a lifeguard by the Lompoc Aquatic Center within 30 days after the course. For more about Lompoc parks and recreation, go to www. cityoflompoc.com/parks_rec. — Dave Mason

Schools, Santa Barbara and the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden came together to provide third through sixth graders at Mountain View, Montecito Union and Vieja Valley schools unique lessons for April’s National Poetry Month and Earth Day celebrations. To bring attention to the plight of the monarch butterfly, students created art and poetry that was on display in the SBMA Museum Store window. email: mmcmahon@newspress. com

FYI For more information about the Golden Leaf awards or Santa Barbara Beautiful, call 805-965-8867 or email info@sbbeautiful.org. You can also visit sbbeautiful.org.

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A Golden Leaf award was presented to Poetry With Wings! in honor of the poetry and art created by third through sixth graders in Santa Barbara to bring attention to the plight of the monarch butterflies.

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Diversions horoscope • puzzles

By Dave Green

ARIES — Is the stock market taking a nosedive again, Aries? Is this causing you to worry about your investments? Relax! The situation is likely temporary, and your stocks and bonds will probably regain their former value, if not surpass it. However, this isn’t a good day to make new investments or even to open a bank account. Wait a few days. TAURUS — Your love partner may be experiencing some minor conflicts with colleagues today, Taurus, and may seem distant and preoccupied. The problem could well pass by tomorrow, but your friend isn’t likely to listen to any reassurance. Just make it clear that you’re there if needed and then do something else. Your beloved may have to come to terms with this alone. GEMINI — Recent overindulgence may have you to feel a bit under the weather this morning, Gemini. Avoid coffee and other stimulants. Try to sleep in if you can. Too much stress in your life certainly isn’t helping. This malaise could pass by noon, but if you’ve been doing this a lot lately, you need to ask yourself why and find a way to quit doing it. CANCER — Feelings of love for a romantic partner could be so overwhelming today you might be moved to tears, Cancer. You will experience a lot of sensual passion, so an intimate evening together is definitely called for if you can arrange it. If it isn’t possible, don’t jump to the conclusion that your friend doesn’t desire you anymore. If your friend claims to be busy, it’s probably true. LEO — Today the walls may seem to be closing in around you, and you’re anxious to get out for a while, Leo. Your significant other could want nothing more than to stay in. Don’t let this turn into a major issue. Find a compromise. Go out to dinner and then come home and watch TV. Enjoy your time together! If single, get out and mingle. VIRGO — Some wonderful news may come to you today, Virgo, and this could send you into such excitement that it’s difficult to concentrate on the situation at hand. This is OK for a while. Your friends and loved ones will probably understand. Monday, November 16,need 2015to But at some point you

come down to Earth! Take a walk and work off the excitement. That might be just what you need. LIBRA — A friend or colleague may pay you back a small sum of money that’s owed to you, Libra. You’ll be thrilled, but you might feel a little guilty that you plan to spend it on something frivolous instead of putting it toward your bills. This isn’t worth the guilt. It isn’t that much money, and you’re entitled to a little frivolity now and then. Go for it! SCORPIO — Your home may seem lonely today, Scorpio, and love may seem to be absent. A family member, perhaps your love partner, could be away for the night, making the place seem far colder and emptier than it is. This isn’t a good night to stay home. Go out and visit a friend or go to a movie. You need to keep yourself occupied until your partner returns. SAGITTARIUS — Are you preoccupied today, Sagittarius? Something that means a lot to you could require some careful consideration so you might be quieter than usual. Loved ones may think that you’re ill, upset, or even angry. Talk to them about what’s on your mind. Let them know why you’re quiet. That should relieve their fears and they might even be able to help. CAPRICORN — Money worries may plague you today, Capricorn. There might not be any real reason. You may just be fretting over possible troubles that could come up. This is a pointless exercise. Cross that bridge when you come to it. Take steps to avoid this contingency if you wish, but don’t waste time worrying. The stress isn’t worth it. AQUARIUS — A friend could seem distant today, Aquarius, and probably won’t be communicating with you much. Don’t jump to the conclusion that your friend is upset with you. If anything, this person is probably worried about his or her job. Just be your usual friendly self, don’t push, and go about your business. Your friend will talk when the time is right. PISCES — Are you picking up on some unsettling feelings from a friend who lives far away, Pisces? You may wonder if there’s something wrong in this person’s life. Perhaps you’d better give your friend a call. You’ll probably find out that whatever is troubling him or her is minor and nothing that can’t be dealt with. Anyway, it will be good to catch up!

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PUBLIC NOTICES TS 42071 Ln Silva TO 1876043CAD. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/13/2019. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. NOTICE: ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE, AS TRUSTEE, WILL NOT ACCEPT THIRD PARTY ENDORSED CASHIER’S CHECKS. ALL CASHIER’S CHECKS MUST BE PAYABLE DIRECTLY TO ALL AMERICAN FORECLOSURE SERVICE. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Michael Silva, Trustee of the Michael Silva Revocable Trust Dated November 27, 2012, Duly Appointed Trustee: All American Foreclosure Service. Recorded 11/13/2019 as Instrument No. 2019-0052037 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California. Date of Sale: 9/15/2021 at 1:00 PM. Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101. Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $271,347.17. Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2447 Calle Linares, Santa Barbara, CA 93109. A.P.N.: 041-411-013 . The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale .. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of the monies paid to the trustee and the successful bidder shall have no recourse. If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (916) 939-0772 or visit this Internet Web site www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case 42071. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case 42071 to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 8/11/2021. All American Foreclosure Service, 1363 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 (805) 543-7088. Sheryle A. 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PUBLIC NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002122. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: LOUISE K. MIZOTA & ASSOCIATES, 136 EAST CARRILLO STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: LOUISE K. MIZOTA, 136 EAST CARRILLO STREET, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: AN INDIVIDUAL. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 07/20/2021 by: E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Oct 01, 1985. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL) AUG 17, 24, 31; SEP 7 / 2021--57461

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210002313. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: LILIKOI FARMS, 516 SEA RANCH DRIVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: BRIAN I WOLF, 516 SEA RANCH DRIVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109, CHRISTINE F WOLF, 516 SEA RANCH DRIVE, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93109. This business is conducted by: A TRUST. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 08/10/2021 by: E955, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jan 01, 2021. Statement Expires on: Not Applicable. NOTICE: This fictitious name statement expires five years from the date it was filed in the office of the County Clerk. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before that time. The filing of this statement does not of itself authorize the use in this state fictitious business name in violation of the rights of another under federal, state, or common law (See Section 14400, ET SEQ., Business and Profession Code). (SEAL) AUG 24, 31; SEP 7, 14 / 2021--57473

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2021-0002310 The following person(s) is doing business as: Movement Connection, 331 E Victoria St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Monifa Williams, 331 E Victoria St., Santa Barbara, CA 93101 This business is conducted by an Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on N/A /s/ Monifa Williams This statement was ﬁled with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 08/09/2021. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 8/24, 8/31, 9/7, 9/14/21 CNS-3503095# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS AUG 24, 31; SEP 7, 14 / 2021 -- 57474

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PUBLIC NOTICES T.S. No. 21001196-1 CA

APN: 019-101-002

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 01/25/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Robert D. Hughes and Susan B. Hughes, Trustees of The Hughes Family Living Trust, established by a Revocable Trust Agreement DTD December 29, 1989 Duly Appointed Trustee: ZBS Law, LLP Deed of Trust Recorded on 01/31/2005, as Instrument No. 20050008715 of Official Records of Santa Barbara County, California; Date of Sale: 09/08/2021 at 01:00 PM Place of Sale: At the north door of the main entrance to the County Courthouse 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara, CA Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,052,208.53 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common 1731 LAS TUNAS ROAD designation of real property: SANTA BARBARA, CA 93103 Described as follows: As more fully described on said Deed of Trust. A.P.N #.: 019-101-002 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 866-266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com using the file number assigned to this case 21001196-1 CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 866-266-7512 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com using the file number assigned to this case 21001196-1 CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Dated: 08/12/2021

ZBS Law, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450, Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 848-7920 For Sale Information: 866-266-7512 or www.elitepostandpub.com

Michael Busby, Trustee Sale Ofﬁcer This ofﬁce is enforcing a security interest of your creditor. To the extent that your obligation has been discharged by a bankruptcy court or is subject to an automatic stay of a bankruptcy, this notice is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a demand for payment or any attempt to collect such obligation. EPP 33118 8/17, 8/24, 8/31/2021 AUG, 17, 24, 31 / 2021 -- 57463

Westmont falls five sets to Corban Editor’s note: Jacob Norling is a sports information assistant at Westmont College. By JACOB NORLING WESTMONT COLLEGE WRITER

After getting swept on Friday night, No. 9 Westmont (4-2) pushed No. 15 Corban (Ore.) (6-0) to five sets on Saturday. Unfortunately for the Westmont volleyball team, Corban won a decisive fifth set and swept the weekend series. “It was definitely better than yesterday,” said Westmont head coach Ruth McGolpin. “However in the end it boils down not to physical talent, but to mental strength. These matches are not a sprint, they are a marathon. We have to keep improving and a lot of that improvement needs to be done in between the ears.” In the first set, Westmont’s offense was relentless in its attempt to hang with Corban, keeping the game tied through the first 12 points. Of the 12, five of the points were due to kills by Phoebe Minch. Eventually, Corban got breathing room following an ace by Ryle Troutman and two kills by Avari Ridgway. Corban carried a 15-12 lead going into Westmont’s first timeout. Westmont scored four of the first six points coming out of the timeout and pulled within one at 17-16, but again Corban went on a short run to stretch the lead to 2017. However, Westmont would not go away, eventually tying things at 23 on Addie Paul’s fourth kill of the set. Out of a timeout, Corban scored twice consecutively on a kill and a bad set to win their fourth consecutive set in Santa Barbara. Westmont came out with a vengeance in the second set, jumping out to a 9-1 lead. At one point Corban battled back within three at 11-8, but a Westmont fivepoint run followed to reclaim a commanding 16-8 lead. Westmont was not going to be denied, eventually winning the second set 25-15, thanks to multiple kills by Paul, Minch, Patty Kerman and Jessie Terlizzi. In the third set it was Corban chasing Westmont in the beginning, as the Warriors maintained a one-point lead for the majority of the set’s first half. Then, kills by Paul and Terlizzi capped off a run that widened the Westmont lead to 16-12. A kill by Taylor Distelberg gave the club a 20-13 lead, its largest of the day, and Westmont was able

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to hold off a late Corban run for a 25-20 set victory. Westmont’s three most reliable veteran attackers were at their best during the set, with Terlizzi adding four kills, and Minch and Kerman notching three each. “Tough serving was key in sets two and three” pointed out McGolpin. “We changed up our blocking scheme as well and that led to some results for us. Plus, our communication was much better in those two games. Along with that, I think we believed in ourselves a little bit more.” Four Westmont attacking errors led to an early run by Corban in set four, one that saw the Oregon club take a 9-4 lead. The early run for Corban never seemed to stop, as they took set four 25-12 to force a fifth set. Corban’s Rylee Troutman, Sarena Bartley, and Ally Tow all collected four kills during the set. “That fourth set was never competitive,” McGolpin said. “In a set where you are already down a ton, we have to just start setting our middles. In sets like that, where there is no risk, no reward, you have to throw your middles some bones.” Westmont and Corban quickly began throwing their best punches at each other to begin set five. The two clubs remained tied at seven points apiece. Unfortunately for Westmont, four more attacking errors allowed Corban’s lead to quickly grow out of each. The final blow came on Troutman’s gamehigh 19th kill, giving Corban a 1510 win in the fifth set. “Mental preparation will be key moving forward,” said McGolpin. “We need to tweak some areas and have our players learn a different defense amongst other things in the near future.” “Our training camp was so short. We brought our players back late because of how late our season ended last year. We now have to use the time we do have to keep working and fine tune the things we can control like discipline and grit.” Minch led Westmont with 13 kills, while Paul and Terlizzi each had nine. Minch and libero Kaili Hashimoto shared a team-high 16 kills, while Sydny Dunn posted a game-high 21 assists. The Warriors have a week of practice ahead of them before flying out to Bellevue, Neb., for a four-game tournament beginning on Sept. 3. All four teams Westmont will face in Nebraska are currently ranked in the top-25 of the NAIA.

Dr. Murillo has served California’s community colleges for more than 24 years, beginning as an adjunct faculty member. She was a chief business officer for three districts over the course of 11 years and superintendent/ president for two districts for 13 years. administration as an undergraduate at the University of Redlands, and she holds an associate degree in liberal arts from Barstow Community College. “I think we have a winner,” Board President Dr. Peter Haslund, said in a news release. “Dr. Kindred Murillo is a thoroughly experienced superintendent/president who models the idea of collaborative engagement in the decisionmaking process. I really look forward to working with her.” — Annelise Hanshaw

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