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Carbajal touts funding to fix SB veterans building

Group rallies against COVID mandates By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

Dr. Robert Malone, a selfdescribed vaccine research expert who has done early work on mRNA, spoke to a group of people in Santa Barbara over the weekend, decrying mandates and claiming the COVID-19 vaccine does not work. A former Goleta resident and

alumnus of Santa Barbara City College, Dr. Malone has been widely criticized for spreading debunked or misleading information about COVID and the vaccines, particularly after an appearance on Joe Rogen’s podcast in December 2021. Dr. Malone addressed a crowd gathered for a rally organized by The Unity Project and Stand Please see RALLY on A2

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Dr. Robert Malone, left, takes part in a “fireside chat” with Dr. Michael Huang during a rally against COVID-19 vaccine mandates over the weekend in Santa Barbara.

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Congressman Salud Carbajal, center, and Patrick Zuroske, Assistant Director of General Services Department for the County of Santa Barbara, right, view the courtyard of the Veterans’ Memorial Building in Santa Barbara on Tuesday.

By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

The latest spending package signed by President Joe Biden earlier this month included aid to Ukraine as well as direct funding for Santa Barbara-area projects — including for the Santa Barbara Veterans’ Memorial Building. U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal

visited the community building Tuesday as part of his “Central Coast Community Project Victory Tour.” The Democrat who represents Santa Barbara was able to secure more than $9.5 million in funding for area projects in the latest spending package. Of that, about $1.3 million is earmarked for electrical, seismic and utility improvements to the

veterans’ community building. “The Santa Barbara Veterans’ Memorial Building is an important community resource for Central Coast veterans and the community groups that work with them — and I’m proud to have delivered key funding that will help maintain the facility for years to come,” Rep. Carbajal said in a statement to the NewsPress. “The $1.3 million that I

successfully secured for this project … will help make seismic, electrical and safety upgrades over the next year to preserve this invaluable facility for those who have served and sacrificed for our nation.” County Supervisor Gregg Hart previously said: “These funds for seismic and safety upgrades for the Santa Barbara County Please see CARBAJAL on A4

Ted McToldridge, SB Zoo’s first director, dies By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

Edward “Ted” McToldridge, Santa Barbara Zoo’s first director, has died. Mr. McToldridge was hired as the zoo’s first employee in 1964 as the park superintendent. The title later changed to zoo director, and under his leadership, the zoo grew to a multi-million dollar non-profit organization. Mr. McToldridge was known for often caring for the zoo’s animals and tending to the grounds himself during his tenure. He’s remembered for having a special eye for the aesthetics of the zoo grounds, from the landscaping to the animal exhibits he designed and built himself. “Ted dedicated his life to building the Santa Barbara Zoo,” Rich Block, president and CEO of the Santa Barbara Zoo, said in a statement. “His passion for animal care ran deep, and his vision and dream for what this

place could be has truly become a reality that millions of guests from near and far get to enjoy today. Ted instilled in us the privilege we share working in the care and conservation of the animals at the Zoo. He cherished his staff and animals so much and leaves a tremendous legacy for us all. He will be dearly missed.” Mr. McToldridge was born in London, England, in 1930. He is survived by his wife, Nancy; his children Tina York, Terri Stewart, Teddy McToldridge and Tara Weilbacher; and his grandchildren Zechariah, Elijah and Jude York; Lauren, Samantha and Jack Stewart; Colten, Daisy, Scarlet and Talon McToldridge; and Marie and Finley Weilbacher. In lieu of flowers, the McToldridge family asked for donations to be sent to the Santa Barbara Zoo in Mr. Toldridge’s memory. email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

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Edward “Ted” McToldridge was the first director, and first employee, of the Santa Barbara Zoo.

Rep. Carbajal tours the lobby of the building.

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19 new COVID-19 cases reported By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

Santa Barbara County reported 19 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday along with one death. The individual who died, from Santa Barbara, had underlying health conditions and was between 50-69 years old. The death was not associated with a congregate-care site. Of the positive cases reported Tuesday, the most, six, were in Santa Maria, according to the Public Health Department. Neighboring Orcutt had three cases. Elsewhere, four cases were in Santa Barbara and unincorporated Mission Canyon. Santa Ynez Valley reported three cases, and one case was in Goleta. Two cases were in the South Coast corridor, which includes Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria. Twenty-one patients are recovering in county hospitals. Another four are recovering in intensive care units. Santa Barbara County now has a total of 85,097 cases, of which 164 are still infectious. The total number of deaths is 669. The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported that 72.1% of the eligible 5-and-older population is fully vaccinated. Of the entire county population (all ages), 67.9% is fully vaccinated. All numbers are provided by the health department. email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

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Westmont women’s tennis falls to Middlebury By JACOB NORLING WESTMONT SPORTS WRITER

Westmont Women’s Tennis (6-7, 4-0 GSAC) went head-to-head with NCAA Div. III Middlebury (Vt.) on Monday in Claremont. Ultimately, the Middlebury Panthers (4-1) handed the Warriors a 70 loss. “Middlebury was pretty well-polished,” shared Westmont associate head coach Cade Pierson. “Even though we lost, we played good, strategic, problem-solving tennis. The intention of this match, similarly to some of our previous tough matches, is that iron sharpens iron. “We don’t want to go into our important GSAC matches playing fluffy matches to give us confidence. We want to be forced to improve, instead of being surprised by high-level competition. After a match like this, we’ll continue to grow towards being the team that dictates the pace of a match.” In doubles, Rachal Jackson and Emily Peterson put up a great fight on court one, ultimately forcing a tiebreaker. Unfortunately, for the pair, the result of the match was moot point, given Francesca Aguirre and Sophia Ostovany had already fallen on court two, as had Logan Jackson and Arianna Vethan on three. Still, Jackson and Peterson out-willed Brinlea La Barge and Sami Remis by a score of 8-7 (6). “We had a bit of a slow start on most courts,” said Pierson. “On two and three, regardless of result, we did a good job adjusting and trying to problem solve. We had to play scrappy and two back, and I was really happy to see my players make that

judgement without having to tell them. “At one, Rachal and Emily did a really good job trusting their plan. It came down to nerves in the tiebreaker, and I was proud to see them hold their nerves better.” In singles play, the Panthers had their way with the Warriors, as Middlebury took all six matches without needing a third set. Jackson and Aguirre, on courts one and three, prolonged their matches longer than the rest of the Warriors on Monday. On one, Jackson fell to Sahana Raman 6-0, 7-6 (4), and one three, Aguirre was outlasted by La Barge 6-4, 6-3. Jackson also pushed Ruhi Kamdar in the first set on court six, ultimately falling 6-4 before losing 6-1 in the second. “Rachal had a really good day, mentally,” reflected Pierson. “She lost 6-0 and came back to force a tiebreaker in the second set. She did a really good job of keeping her composure and staying positive. She controlled everything she could. “Everyone else had a pretty slow start in singles as well. We took some adjusting to their playstyle, realizing there needed to be a team-wide strategy shift. A lot of our team adjusted and adjusted well, but, like doubles, it was just too little too late.” The Warriors have a quick turnaround as they return to the court tomorrow morning in Irvine, for a GSAC matchup against Westcliff. First serve is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. Jacob Norling is the sports information assistant at Westmont College.

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County scaling down mobile vaccine program By KAITLYN SCHALLHORN NEWS-PRESS STAFF-WRITER

After March, the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department’s mobile COVID19 vaccination program will be scaling back a bit. The program, which the county health department said has already vaccinated nearly 30,000 people, will continue to operate in a limited capacity with local community partners through at least June. “The success of the Mobile

Vaccine Program is a testament to the power and collaboration with community partners. Ensuring vaccine access is not a barrier for our residents has been at the heart of the program,” Dr. Van Do-Reynoso, the county’s public health director, said. “With over 360 vaccine clinics hosted in nearly every region of the county, including New Cuyama, the Mobile Vaccine Team has gone above and beyond to provide opportunities for community members to receive the vital

protection of a COVID-19 vaccine.” About 72.1% of the county’s eligible population (those who are at least 5 years old) are fully vaccinated, according to data from the county health department. More than 783,000 doses have been administered. Individuals can find out more about COVID vaccines, including where to receive one, at: https:// www.vaccines.gov/. email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

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Dr. Robert Malone is shown with Anderson Shores, son of rally organizer Justin Shores.

vaccination, most patients respond well to medication and rest and recover quickly. Guidance from the American Heart Association also said “the benefits of the vaccine outweigh the very limited risks in children.” “The COVID-19 vaccines are safe, highly effective and fundamental to saving lives, protecting our families and communities against COVID19, and ending the COVID-19 pandemic. Please get your child vaccinated as soon as possible,” American Heart Association President Donald M. Lloyd-Jones, M.D., Sc.M., said in a statement. Dr. Malone, who received his M.D. from Northwestern University, opened his speech by questioning why children should be masked in schools, asking tongue-in-cheek if the masks are to “protect grandma as Big Bird suggests.” The Unity Project bills itself as a group of concerned business leaders, families and others who are opposed to COVID vaccine

mandates for children in schools. Justin Shores, an organizer for Stand Up Santa Barbara, encouraged those in attendance to run for local elections, such as school boards and city councils. Mr. Shores claimed that “governments all took the crisis of COVID and used it to control people and transfer wealth from the lower and middle classes.” The Stand Up Santa Barbara group said it is “cultivating, training and supporting local candidates who align with our platform and leave party politics behind,” pointing specifically to “medical choice [and] freedom,” “excellence in education” and “environmental stewardship and community sustainability.” Santa Barbara County ended its mask mandate in February. Mask requirements in schools ended earlier this month. As of Tuesday, 72.1% of the eligible population (at least 5 and older) is fully vaccinated, according to the Public Health Department. Overall, 669 people

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Up Santa Barbara at Chase Palm Park on March 19 where he decried the media, mandates and COVID vaccines. Dr. Malone said he’s received two shots of the Moderna vaccination but will not get another shot. “Regarding mRNA vaccines, the science is settled. Despite what fact-checkers in the mainstream media want you to think … these vaccines are not working,” Dr. Malone said. “They’re not working to prevent infection, replication, spread to others, and they’re not completely safe.” The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) maintains the COVID vaccines are safe and effective. “The vaccines have prevented countless hospitalizations, severe illness and death from COVID-19. The data on this are not ambiguous at all,” Dr. Henning Ansorg, with the Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, told the News-Press. Dr. Ansorg is also a diplomate of the American Board of Internal Medicine, a fellow of the American College of Physicians and a doctor at Cottage Health. mRNA, or messenger RNA, vaccines teach cells to make a protein that will trigger an immune response, according to the CDC. Both Moderna and Pfizer are mRNA COVID vaccines. The ingredients in the vaccines (including mRNA) are not harmful and the vaccines do not contain microchips or alter a person’s DNA or genes, the CDC said. mRNA vaccines do not contain the live virus that causes COVID and cannot cause an infection with the virus that causes COVID, per the CDC. Dr. Malone also claimed the vaccine, when given to children, can cause permanent and irreparable damage to the brain and nervous system, heart and blood vessels and reproductive system. “There is no evidence whatsoever to back up this claim,” Dr. Ansorg said. “There is growing evidence that the mRNA vaccine is very safe for children.” According to the CDC, there is no evidence that vaccines, including the COVID options, can cause fertility problems in men or women. As for reported cases of myocarditis, which is the inflammation of the heart muscle, the CDC said these instances have “rarely been reported, especially in adolescents and young adult males within several days after COVID-19 vaccination.” The CDC also said in rare instances of myocarditis reported following

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Low taxes, school choice help inform ALEC’s ranking of best, worst governors WHY STAY HOME By BRETT ROWLAND THE CENTER SQUARE

(The Center Square) – Nine Republicans and one Democrat made the American Legislative Exchange Council’s list of 2021’s 10 best governors in a new report on economic freedom. California Gov. Gavin Newsom, on the other hand, made the list as one of the three worst governors, ranking 47th. South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis – all Republicans – were the top three governors in the country, according to the joint report by the American Legislative Exchange Council and Economist Arthur Laffer & Associates. The “2021 Laffer-ALEC Report on Economic Freedom: Grading America’s 50 Governors” ranked each governor on their current economic performance and their fiscal and executive policies over their term in office. Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, a Democrat, and Idaho Gov. Brad Little, a Republican, rounded out the top five. The others who made the top ten were Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (6), New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu (7), Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey (8), Georgia Brian Kemp (9) and Texas Gov. Greg Abbott (10). The bottom 10 were all Democrats: Michigan Gretchen Whitmer (41), Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (42), Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Wolf (43), Hawaii Gov. David Ige (44), New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy (45), former New

York Gov. Andrew Cuomo (46), Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker (47), California Gov. Gavin Newsom (48), Rhode Island Gov. Daniel McKee (49), and lastly New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham (50). The report ranked governors based on three broad categories: Executive policies, economic performance and fiscal policy. Executive policies include union control, education freedom and welfare dependency. Economic performance included a range of metrics including interstate migration, education quality, Gross State Product growth and unemployment rate. Fiscal policy included debt, corporate income tax, personal income tax, government spending per capita and federal unemployment benefits. The metrics were different from the group’s 2020 report, which focused more heavily on COVID-19 lockdown policies, said Jonathan Williams, ALEC’s chief economist and contributor to the report. The American Legislative Exchange Council is a nonpartisan organization of state legislators focused on limited government, free markets and federalism. The top 10 governors shared some common traits: Lower taxes, policies encouraging domestic energy production, lower unemployment rates and tended to be among those who cut off the enhanced federal unemployment benefits sooner rather than later, Mr. Williams said. Gov. Polis even called for

eliminating Colorado’s state income tax. “I think that’s a pretty remarkable trait in this day and age, given where the national progressive wing has taken his party, that he would stand up for taxpayers and not just call for tax cuts, but call for the complete elimination of the state’s personal income tax,” Mr. Williams said. “When you contrast that with, in some cases, Republicans fighting other Republicans over how aggressively they should cut taxes or if they should eliminate their state’s income tax, like Mississippi is considering this session, and things like that, it is very notable that a Democrat like Jared Polis stands out.” Mr. Williams said Gov. Polis also was helped by some of Colorado’s existing policies, including its Taxpayer Bill of Rights, a 1992 amendment to the state’s constitution that restricts the amount of revenue the state can retain and spend. The top 10 is a competitive group, Mr. Williams said. “There is a great group of governors in that top 10 and those states are really some of the powerhouse states across the country,” he said. “So sometimes the degree of difference between them may be very slight, but this is based on equal weighting of the variables.” The bottom 10 includes the governors of five of the nation’s 10 largest states, including California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois and

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California Gov. Gavin Newsom took a beating on the American Legislative Exchange Council’s list of 2021’s best and worst governors, as the organization ranked him the third worst governor in the nation.

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Polls: Voters blame Biden for inflation By CASEY HARPER THE CENTER SQUARE

(The Center Square) – Americans are feeling the pain of inflation and many blame President Joe Biden for rising prices, new polling shows. Soaring gas prices have brought that issue home for most Americans with the average price per gallon rising more than a dollar in the past year. An Emerson College March national poll found that the vast majority of Americans are feeling the pain of higher prices. “Eighty-three percent (83%) of voters say they are experiencing some hardship due to increased prices on everyday items, with 40% reporting significant hardship, and another 43% reporting some hardship,” the poll said. “Seventeen percent (17%) report experiencing no hardship. When asked about who they blame for an increase in gas prices, a plurality (39%) blame the Biden Administration, 21% blame the sanctions on Russia, and 18% blame gas and oil companies.” A poll released by Rasmussen Reports Monday found a similar trend.

Aside from gas prices, Americans are seeing rising mortgage prices and interest rates. “President Joe Biden’s policies have increased inflation, according to a majority of voters, who expect the issue to be important in November midterm elections,” Rasmussen said. “The latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone and online survey finds that 64% of Likely U.S. Voters believe the policies of Biden’s administration have increased inflation, while only eight percent (8%) think Biden’s policies have reduced inflation. Another 25% say the Biden administration’s policies have not made much difference in inflation.” Aside from gas prices, Americans are seeing rising mortgage prices and interest rates. Mortgage rates rose above 4% for the first time since 2019 and the Federal Reserve indicated last week that there will be several new rate hikes this year. Experts are worried as well.

The National Association for Business Economics released a survey this week asking 234 economic experts about the U.S. economy and found inflation is top of mind. “Inflation continues to be of prominent concern for a majority of the NABE Policy Survey panel,” said NABE Policy Survey Chair Juhi Dhawan of Wellington Management. “More than three out of four (78%) panelists expect inflation to stay above 3% through the end of 2023. When asked about what can be done to mitigate high gasoline prices, 31% recommend releasing oil from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve and almost a quarter (24%) believe no response is necessary.” Republicans have hammered Democrats on this issue. With economic experts saying inflation will likely remain elevated for months to come, Republicans hope to make it a

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Veterans’ Memorial Building will serve current and future generations and honor residents of Santa Barbara County, who as members of the United States Armed Forces, died in the service of their country in peace and in war.” Rep. Carbajal is also scheduled to visit the Lompoc Health Clinic on Friday at 3 p.m. For the clinic, $900,000 has been dedicated for improvements. The spending package additionally included $3 million for needed improvements to the Goleta Valley Community Center, which has been partially closed since January 2021 because of safety risks. The Goleta building needs seismic and ADA updates to

make it safer for visitors. Located at 5679 Hollister Ave., the building was originally built in 1927 and has been used for meetings, classes, shelter and more. Guadalupe is set to receive $2.5 million for the construction of the Escalante Meadows Community Center, which will provide early childhood education and wellness services for lower-income residents, and $1.7 million for restorations to its LeRoy Park. Other funding for nearby areas included $5.6 million to enhance public safety communications in San Luis Obispo County, $5.5 million for the dredging of Ventura Harbor and nearly $1 million for Ventura County to tackle the backlog of sexual assault cases, according to U.S. Sen. Alex Padilla’s office. email: kschallhorn@newspress.com

The spending package additionally included $3 million for needed improvements to the Goleta Valley Community Center.

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Above, Congessman Salud Carbajal leaves the Veterans’ Memorial Building in Santa Barbara after a tour on Tuesday. At left, Rep. Carbajal toured the building with a group of Santa Barbara County officials.

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Hazel was a wonderful mother and homemaker spending time as room mother in each of her children’s classrooms. She was a Brownie and Girl Scout leader as well as a Cub Scout leader. She enjoyed sewing, playing golf and decorating their home, not only for each holiday, but yearly to keep up with the newest trends. Ray and Hazel had a busy life with Ray being Manager of the “new” Standard Service Station (corner of Linden & Carpinteria Ave) in Carpinteria. During this time, they built their first home in 1949 on El Carro Lane when it was nothing more than a dirt road surrounded by lemon and tomato fields. Hazel and Ray had 66 wonderful, fun filled years together until his death in 2011. In the early years they shared many family vacations traveling by car to Alabama with their children while stopping at every rest stop and tourist attraction along the entire lower part of the United States. There were many other family vacations including one particular exciting evening in Yellowstone Park as bears rubbed up against the family tent with their young kids inside. Always leading an active life, Hazel and Ray enjoyed square dancing and were members of the Carpinteria Cartwheelers. When they became empty nesters they traveled to China, Hong Kong, Mexico, Palm Springs, and the Hawaiian Islands on many golfing and sightseeing vacations. They purchased a vacation house on the golf course in Bear Valley Springs, California where many great memories were made with family and friends. Hazel enjoyed being a member of the Ladies of the Oriental Shrine. She was proud that one of their main purposes was to sew blankets, PJs and hats for the Shriners Hospital for Children in Los Angeles. Hazel and Ray were original founders of Community West Bank, and among the original investors in the Sandpiper and La Purisima Golf Courses. Hazel was an avid golfer belonging to the Twin Lakes Women’s Golf Club where she held the position of President, and then secretary, for many years AND where she was skilled (lucky) enough to score a hole in one and also shoot one under par on the nine hole course. Hazel loved to work her crossword puzzles and was always the first one to want to play any games her kids would throw at her. She was especially dangerous when playing cards, usually Shanghai where she was almost always the first one to lay down her cards. Hazel is survived by her four children; daughter Linda Starlin (Dean), children Judd and Jeff Barker, Deann and great-grandchild Benjamin; daughter Jo Anne Gurley (David), children Sun and Forrest Clark; daughter Karin Westjohn (Ed), children Kalena & Tami Granada, Lauren and Lindsey; son Mark Hinson (Leigh Anne), children Max (Katelyn) & Parker, numerous nieces, nephews and extended family member Dixie Parker. Hazel was preceded in death by her husband Ray & son Steven Ray as well as her parents Howard and Myrtle Ness and sister Thelma Whittenberg. The family wishes to thank VNA Health and Hospice Care for the many therapists, nurses, doctors, clergy and staff who reached out with genuine care to both Hazel and her family in the last weeks of her life. A private family celebration of life will be held in Carpinteria in the near future. In lieu of flowers the family has requested donations be made to VNA Health and Hospice Care of Santa Barbara or Shriners Hospital for Children in Los Angeles.

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The days are long but ﬁlled with loving memories. We miss you so much. With Love, Shirl, Steve & Dave

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SANTA BARBARA 74/52 Goleta 79/51

Carpinteria 75/52 Ventura 76/52

TEMPERATURE High/low Normal high/low Record high Record low

84/47 66/47 84 in 2022 34 in 1944

PRECIPITATION 0.00” 0.01” (2.34”) 8.93” (14.95”)

STATE CITIES Bakersfield Barstow Big Bear Bishop Catalina Concord Escondido Eureka Fresno Los Angeles Mammoth Lakes Modesto Monterey Napa Oakland Ojai Oxnard Palm Springs Pasadena Paso Robles Sacramento San Diego San Francisco San Jose San Luis Obispo Santa Monica Tahoe Valley

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Thu. Hi/Lo/W 87/51/s 76/53/s 68/47/s 71/47/pc 71/49/s 84/49/s 66/48/pc 71/53/pc

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POINT ARENA TO POINT PINOS

Wind north-northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 12 seconds. Visibility clear.

POINT CONCEPTION TO MEXICO

Wind north-northwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a south-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 12 seconds. Visibility clear.

SANTA BARBARA HARBOR TIDES Date Time High Time March 23 1:13 a.m. 3:38 p.m. March 24 2:12 a.m. none March 25 3:35 a.m. 7:27 p.m.

5.3’ 2.7’ 5.1’ 5.0’ 3.3’

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0.1’ 2.3’ 0.0’ -0.3’ 2.9’

AT BRADBURY DAM, LAKE CACHUMA 89/59/s 89/59/s 65/34/s 83/41/s 75/62/s 74/47/s 85/49/s 54/40/c 87/56/s 85/58/s 63/35/s 83/49/s 62/47/pc 76/41/s 65/48/pc 86/57/s 69/51/s 94/70/s 88/63/s 86/45/s 81/46/s 76/56/s 63/48/pc 74/46/pc 76/52/s 78/56/s 65/34/s

NATIONAL CITIES Atlanta Boston Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Miami Minneapolis New York City Philadelphia Phoenix Portland, Ore. St. Louis Salt Lake City Seattle Washington, D.C.

Wind west-southwest 4-8 knots today. Waves 1-3 feet with a west-southwest swell 2-4 feet at 11 seconds. Visibility clear.

TIDES

LOCAL TEMPS City Cuyama Goleta Lompoc Pismo Beach Santa Maria Santa Ynez Vandenberg Ventura

MARINE FORECAST

SANTA BARBARA CHANNEL

Santa Barbara through 6 p.m. yesterday

Today Hi/Lo/W 87/49/s 79/51/s 73/46/s 73/46/s 74/47/s 84/45/s 68/49/s 76/52/s

January 4, 1933 – March 23, 2020

Solvang 83/44

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Above all, Esther was a beautiful, fun loving soul and spirit with a heart of gold. She was devoted, loyal, loving, and protective of her family and closest friends. She was not a bystander. She was passionate in calling out the truth and doing the right thing even if it meant challenging the rules.

IN MEMORY

Buellton 81/45

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24 hours through 6 p.m. yest. Month to date (normal) Season to date (normal)

Esther’s family would like to express their eternal gratitude to her doctors, in particular to Dr. Daniel Berger, MD and the care team at the Sansum Clinic and to Dr. Martin Weiss, MD and the care team at USC.

Ventucopa 83/50

AIR QUALITY KEY

Esther earned her Master’s degree at the University of California in Santa Barbara. After working in clinical psychology, she found her path in academic advising at UCSB. She enjoyed helping students fulﬁll their academic goals and was an ardent advocate in helping them succeed and instilling hope in their futures after graduating.

Esther is survived by her parents Dr. Young Cue Kim, MD and Mrs. Jung Ae Kim, her sisters Eunhee and Julia, and her brother-in-law John, many uncles, aunts, and cousins. Esther was preceded in death by her grandparents and her one true love who was the love of her life.

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Lompoc 68/47

Esther was a brilliant academic, talented in the visual and performing arts, and excelled in sports. In 1989, the year she graduated from high school, she was named a U.S. Presidential Scholar, one of the nation’s highest honors for high school students, and won many music and art competitions. It was her time at Stanford University where she thrived. She participated in all the Stanford traditions and forged friendships and memories to last a lifetime.

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Shown is today's weather. Temperatures are today's highs and tonight's lows.

Santa Maria 74/47

Vandenberg 68/49

Esther Kim passed away on March 3 with the love of God in her heart, her family, and the acceptance that Jesus Christ is her Lord and Savior. Her family and loved ones mourn her passing. Esther was born on November 2, 1970 in South Korea, emigrated to the United States as a toddler, and became a citizen.

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Guadalupe 73/46

Hazel Elizabeth Hinson, passed away March 3, 2022 with her family by her side. Hazel was 96 years young and was blessed to have lived independently in her home, and with a sharp mind, until the day of her passing. Born January 30, 1926 in Los Angeles, California to Howard and Myrtle Ness, Hazel grew up in Whittier and Montebello California. After high school she worked at The Port of Authority in Long Beach. In 1944 she moved to Carpinteria with her parents where they had bought, and established, the Ness Motor Court on Carpinteria Avenue. Going back to Montebello on the train to visit her “lifelong” girlfriends, she met her future husband, Ray Hinson on a blind date while he was on leave from the Navy in Long Beach. Once Ray ﬁnished his tour with the Navy, they were married in Santa Barbara on January 5, 1946 and moved to his hometown of Dothan, Alabama. Not enjoying the humid weather and huge bugs, Hazel convinced Ray to move back to Carpinteria.

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At Lake Cachuma’s maximum level at the point at which water starts spilling over the dam holds 188,030 acre-feet. An acre-foot is 325,851 gallons, equivalent to the amount of water consumed annually by 10 people in an urban environment. Storage 90,014 acre-ft. Elevation 710.44 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 30.3 acre-ft. Inflow 0.0 acre-ft. State inflow 12.7 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -91 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

SUN AND MOON Sunrise Sunset Moonrise Moonset

Last

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Mar 24

Mar 31

Today 6:59 a.m. 7:13 p.m. 12:26 a.m. 10:30 a.m.

WORLD CITIES

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Apr 8

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Apr 16

Today Thu. City Hi/Lo/W Hi/Lo/W Beijing 54/30/pc 59/41/pc Berlin 62/34/s 60/37/pc Cairo 62/50/s 62/51/c Cancun 88/75/s 88/69/s London 65/39/s 64/40/pc Mexico City 80/49/s 78/47/s Montreal 42/34/c 43/36/r New Delhi 97/70/pc 96/69/pc Paris 63/41/s 65/42/s Rio de Janeiro 82/70/pc 84/73/s Rome 61/39/s 62/39/s Sydney 77/67/t 71/66/r Tokyo 52/44/pc 59/47/r W-weather, s-sunny, pc-partly cloudy, c-cloudy, sh-showers, t-thunderstorms, r-rain, sf-snow flurries, sn-snow, i-ice.

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W E D N E S DAY, M A R C H 2 3 , 2 0 2 2

Spring movies preview

Fasten your seatbelts for thrills in everything from ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ to ‘Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore’

SKYDANCE MEDIA

Tom Cruise returns as a hotshot fighter pilot in “Top Gun; Maverick,” set for a May 27 release.

By DAVE MASON NEWS-PRESS MANAGING EDITOR

inally, Tom Cruise gets to soar again on the big screen. Not that Mr. Cruise hasn’t done daredevil stunts, such as actually doing his own HALO jump in “Mission Impossible: Fallout” (2018). But it’s been almost 30 years since he played a hotshot fighter pilot in “Top Gun.” Now he’s back as Maverick in a sequel whose release was delayed by the pandemic: “Top Gun: Maverick.” That’s among the highlights of a spring movie season that’s full of thrills, such as the magic in “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” (a sequel or a prequel depending on your perspective) and Marvel Studios’ “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.” And there will be reasons for laughs as Sandy Bullock and Channing Tatum stumble around in an adventure in “The Lost City” and Nicolas Cage pokes fun at himself in “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent.” Marvel will introduce movie audiences to yet another character in “Morbius,” and families might want to see “Sonic the Hedgehog 2.” Here are the scheduled release dates for movies up on the big screen. THIS FRIDAY “The Lost City” (rated PG-13): Sandra Bullock and Channing Tatum star as a romance novelist and her cover model, who end up on an unexpected adventure complete with comedy. Watch for the Brad Pitt cameo.

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Channing Tatum and Sandra Bullock play a book cover model and author who get caught up in an adventure in “Lost City,” a comedy that will be in theaters Friday.

APRIL 1 “Morbius” (PG-13): Is he a hero or a villain? Well, Morbius (Jared Leto) is more of an anti-hero as he does his best to resist his vampiric urges in this Marvel Studios movie.

APRIL 8 “Ambulance” (R): Jake Gyllenhaal and Yahya AbdulMateen II star as two adoptive brothers who become bank robbers to pay for one brother’s wife’s medical bills. Well, things don’t go according to plan, and they end up with unexpected hostages in an ambulance in a high-speed chase. “Everything Everywhere All at Once” (R): The talented Michelle Yeoh — if she’s in a movie, that’s reason enough to see it — stars in this sci-fi comedy as the only one who can save the world. She just has to explore parallel universes. No pressure. “Sonic the Hedgehog 2” (rating to be determined): This film is a mix of animation and live action, although arguably live action actor Jim Carrey is naturally animated. Mr. Carrey is back as the villainous Dr. Robotnik, who brings his ally Knuckles (voiced by Idris Elbra) to take on the heroes — Sonic (voiced by Ben Schwartz) and Tails (voiced by Colleen O’Shaughnessey), APRIL 13 “Father Stu” (R): Mark Wahlberg stars as Stuart Long, a boxerturned-priest, in this true story. The film also stars Mel Gibson. APRIL 15 “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore” (PG-13): Jude Law plays Dumbledore in a prequel to the “Harry Potter” franchise and a sequel to the previous “Fantastic Beasts” movies starring Eddie Redmayne. Mr. Redmayne, of course, is back as Newt Scamander, who has a magical knack for connecting with animals. APRIL 22 “The Bad Guys” (PG): Mr. Wolf (voice of Sam Rockwell) and his fellow animal buddies set out to prove they don’t have to be stereotypical villains in this animated comedy. But how successful will they be when they try to be heroes? Please see PREVIEWS on B2

NEWS

SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS

WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2022

PET of the WEEK Sweet Potato Sweet Potato is a couch potato. This 6-year-old pit bull mix would love to watch TV with you, whether it’s the new season of “Bridgerton” or your favorite episodes of “Euphoria. That’s according to Santa Barbara Humane, where Sweet Potato is awaiting adoption. Truth is, Sweet Potato, who’s a natural introvert, has no interest in running wild and playing in the park. Just give her a sofa where she can curl up and enjoy the

company of her human friends. (“Hey, Sweet Potato, ‘Star Trek: Picard’ is on!”) As a low-key, low-energy dog, Sweet Potato would be happiest as the only dog in the home. After all, the sofa’s only so big. To see Sweet Potato’s profile, go to www.sbhumane.org. To adopt her, email adopt@sbhumane.org or call Santa Barbara Humane at 805-964-4777 to make an adoption appointment. Santa Barbara Humane has campuses in Goleta and Santa Maria. — Dave Mason

COURTESY PHOTO

The blues duo of Celson Salim and Darryl Carriere will perform Sunday when the Santa Barbara Blues Society resumes concerts after a two-year hiatus.

Santa Barbara Blues Society duo performs Sunday The Santa Barbara Blues Society has had the pandemic blues for more than two years, but the society said, “It’s time to conquer those blues with the blues.” The society is back with the acclaimed acoustic duo of Celson Salim (guitar and vocals) and Darryl Carriere (harmonica and vocals) performing from 3 to 5

p.m. Sunday at the Unitarian Society of Santa Barbara, 1535 Santa Barbara St. Doors open at 2:30 p.m. Admission is $20 at the door; no advance sales. Proof of vaccinations, booster shoots and ID are required. For more information, call 805722-8155 or email info@sbblues. org.

In other news, Tom Murray, singer and guitarist of the Stiff Pickle Orchestra, music instructor and strong supporter of the SBBS, is terminally ill and needs financial help. His GoFundMe website is www. gofundme/a4f18b75. — Marilyn McMahon

lompoccapa.org and facebook. com/capaoflompoc. CAPA works regularly with Animal ServicesLompoc. • K-9 Placement & Assistance League, k-9pals.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 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.

email: dmason@newspress.com

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MAY 20 “Downton Abbey: A New Era” (PG): Dominic West, Laura

Jude Law, right, portrays a young Professor Dumbledore in “Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore.” Eddie Redmayne, left, is back as Newt Scamander.

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MAY 13 “Firestarter”: Zac Efron and Ryan Kiera Armstrong star in this remake about a kid who can turn fire into a dangerous weapon.

MAY 27 “The Bob’s Burgers Movie” (PG13): The animated Fox TV series comes to the big screen. “Top Gun: Maverick” (PG13): Tom Cruise is back as the hotshot fighter pilot in this longawaited sequel. And there’s a Santa Barbara County connection with the “Top Gun” franchise. Montecito rocker Kenny Loggins sang the original movie’s signature song, “Danger Zone.”

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APRIL 29 “Memory” (R): An assassin-for-

MAY 6 “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness” (rating to be determined): Doctor Strange (Benedict Cumberbatch) recruits help from the Scarlet Witch (Elizabeth Olsen) in the latest Marvel Studios epic.

Haddock and, of course, Maggie Smith star in the latest movie inspired by the PBS series about the upper and lower classes. “Men” (rating to be determined): Jessie Buckley stars as Harper, who retreats to the countryside, only to find she’s in danger.

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“The Northman” (rating to be determined): A young Viking tries to avenge his father’s death in this movie starring Anya Taylor-Joy, Alexander Skarsgård and someone who appeared virtually at the Santa Barbara International Film Festival: Nicole Kidman. “The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent” (rating to be determined): Nicolas Cage plays himself in this fictional story that also stars Pedro Pascal and Tiffany Hadish. This action comedy’s adventure begins when Nicolas goes to a billionaire fan’s birthday party.

hire (played by Liam Neeson) refuses an assignment. That doesn’t sit well with the people who wanted to hire him, and he ends up being their target.

— Dave Mason

PREVIEWS

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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 Goleta, bunssb.org. BUNS is based at Santa Barbara County Animal Services. • Companion Animal Placement Assistance,

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Nicolas Cage plays himself in “The Unbearable Weight of Talent,” which also stars Pedro Pascal, left. The movie will land April 22 in theaters.

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LIBRA — Spiritual occurrences could lead to a very powerful healing experience, Libra. Repressed past traumas could come to the surface and be processed and released. This could leave you feeling rather dazed, as this purging could open a gap in your psyche. Don’t worry; eventually it will fill with new knowledge and insights instead of psychic garbage. SCORPIO — Do you like detective stories, Scorpio? If so, you may find them useful today as you play the role of Sherlock Holmes. A missing object, intellectual problem, or mystery of some kind could have you curious enough to search for the truth. This is a good way to train your powers of observation, although intuition will probably play a strong role in your success. SAGITTARIUS — A business or romantic partner may seem a bit preoccupied with some very serious matters today, Sagittarius, and not be likely to share them with you. Asking to talk about it won’t work, so you’ll probably end up depending on your intuition. Your friend is probably concerned with the health of a family member who may need surgery. CAPRICORN — Some rather extensive and annoying paperwork might need to be dealt with, Capricorn. It will probably require all your attention, so if you can, take care of it first thing in the morning when you’re still fresh. This might be a contract or it could be an insurance policy or something else full of unintelligible jargon. AQUARIUS — A fascinating article you read in the newspaper could inspire you to try to create a mystery story of your own, Aquarius. Today your mind is perfectly suited to devising plot twists and interesting but complex characters. You could tell the story to children, or you might even decide to turn it into a novel. PISCES — An important lost object, perhaps a paper of some kind, could command the attention of your entire household, Pisces. This could prove frustrating at first, because you will know that it has to be somewhere in the house, but you can’t find it anywhere! The item may reappear just as you’ve given up on it, in a place you never would have imagined.

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HOROSCOPE ARIES — Someone or something has disappeared, Aries. Gossip could spread like wildfire as everyone imagines the worst. Listening to rumors probably doesn’t appeal to your sense of fairness; nonetheless, you’re wondering, too. Your comrades will probably experience a mixture of relief and disappointment when this person/thing turns up. TAURUS — You could have some paperwork to do today, Taurus, which could make a big difference to your financial future. This could be a contract, settlement, or agreement of some kind. Whatever it is, you may need to seek some assistance before you execute it. The language might be difficult to understand, and some of the clauses might not feel right to you. GEMINI — The study of psychology might be especially appealing today, Gemini. Some new discoveries that you may have heard about in the media could have piqued your interest and might propel you to the library to find books on the subject. This is a good time to pursue this. CANCER — Occult sciences, such as alchemy, phrenology, and astrology, could be singing their siren song to you, Cancer. You like to think of yourself as down to Earth and realistic, but today you could find so-called unrealistic fields of knowledge irresistible. You’ll also have a special gift for them right now. Read up on the subject and give it a try. LEO — A group activity could lead to discussions of famous unsolved mysteries, Leo. Jack the Ripper, the Black Dahlia, the truth about O.J. Simpson, and other intriguing problems might capture the interest of everyone present, and might lead to some animated debates over possible solutions. You might want to make mental notes of the ideas everyone comes up with. VIRGO — A young colleague could leave your place of employment under strange circumstances, Virgo, and this could come as a shock to you. You may have been quite fond of this person, and find yourself wondering about the truth behind the departure. Gossip may buzz, but don’t pay any attention to it.

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State Dems propose gas tax rebate that increases with number of dependents By MADISON HIRNEISEN

The proposal comes as the latest in a series of plans pitched by lawmakers to address the rising cost of consumer goods and gas prices in the Golden State. As of Monday, the average price for a gallon of gas in California was $5.85 per gallon – 11 cents higher than the week before, according to the American Automobile Association. Last week, a separate group of Democratic lawmakers unveiled a proposal to send $400 to every California taxpayer, regardless of income level. Supporters of the proposal said it would help deliver relief when many Californians are “struggling to make ends meet.” Republican lawmakers are pushing to suspend the state’s 51 cents per gallon gas excise tax for six months, though that proposal has faced opposition from Democratic lawmakers. In a statement, Sen. Atkins said that this proposal would result in a $135 savings for families, but there’s “no guarantee that oil companies would pass those savings onto consumers.” Sen. Atkins also noted that the plan being crafted would ensure funding for infrastructure and road maintenance projects is not interrupted due to the suspending the gas tax.

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(The Center Square) – As gas prices continue to break records in California, Democratic leaders in the state Legislature are composing a plan to give $200 rebates to taxpayers and dependents. Under the proposal, which is being crafted by Senate President pro Tempore Toni Atkins and Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon, taxpayers and dependents making under $125,000 in taxable income for single filers or $250,000 for joint filers would be eligible for a $200 rebate. The rebate amount would increase based on the number of dependents, meaning a family of five could qualify for a $1,000 refund, while a single tax filer would receive $200. “Speaker Rendon and I made a commitment to the people of California that we would find a solution to help people get through the financial hardships imposed by the rising cost of fuel and consumer goods,” Sen. Atkins, D-San Diego, said in a statement. “We’re holding true to that promise, and have developed a proposal that would help a vast majority of Californians.”

Gov. Gavin Newsom also hinted at his own rebate proposal, noting during his State of the State address that he is crafting a plan to “put money back in the pockets of Californians.” The governor has not since offered additional

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05",)# ./4)#%3 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000581. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: RIVERSIDE MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITY, LLC, 2401 N PREISKER LANE, SANTA MARIA, CA 95219, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: RIVERSIDE MANUFACTURED HOUSING COMMUNITY, LLC: 6533 EMBARCADERO DR SUITE C, STOCKTON, CA 95219. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. STATE OF INC.: DELAWARE. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/03/2022 by E35, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Dec 30, 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)

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File No. FBN 2022-0000621 The following person(s) is doing business as: Meow Kitty Productions, 1922 Elise Way Apt A, Santa Barbara, CA 93109, County of Santa Barbara. Amber J Woodruff, 1922 Elise Way Apt A, Santa Barbara, CA 93109 This business is conducted by An Individual. The registrant commenced to transact business under the ﬁctitious business name or names listed above on Not Applicable /s/ Amber J Woodruff, Owner This statement was ﬁled with the County Clerk of Santa Barbara County on 03/08/2022. Joseph E. Holland, County Clerk 3/23, 3/30, 4/6, 4/13/22 CNS-3567136# SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS MAR 23, 30; APR 6, 13 / 2022 -- 58117

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000556. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: BUXTON ENTERPRISES, 4005 BAJADA LN, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: NIGEL D.O. BUXTON: 4005 BAJADA LN, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110, CONSTANCE M. BUXTON: 4005 BAJADA LN, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93110. This business is conducted by: A MARRIED COUPLE. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 03/01/2022 by E40, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Jan 01, 1984. 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)

estimated that this would prevent a 3-cent increase at the pump. Conversations surrounding the latest proposal brought forth by Democratic leadership remain ongoing, according to Atkins’ office. PETITION OF: TYRONE CHARLEY BENNETT FOR CHANGE OF NAME. AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV03391 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: TYRONE CHARLEY BENNETT filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: TYRONE CHARLEY BENNETT to Proposed name: TY CHARLEY BENNETT THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: 04/05/2022 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 3 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 02/25/2022 Name: THOMAS P. ANDERLE, Judge of the Superior Court. MAR 9, 16, 23, 30 / 2022--58082

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: KEVIN BIJAN SHAHID-SALESS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: KEVIN BIJAN SHAHID-SALESS to Proposed name: KAYVON BIJAN SALESS THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: April 18, 2022 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 5 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 02/25/2022 Name: COLLEEN K. STERNE, Judge of the Superior Court.

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: ZOE LIANA PROSER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: ZOE LIANA PROSER to Proposed name: ZOE LIANA SALESS THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING: Date: April 22, 2022 Time: 10:00 am Dept: 4 Address: SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Santa Barbara News-Press Date: 02/26/2022 Name: DONNA D. GECK Judge of the Superior Court.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EAMON P. MALONE, aka EAMON MALONE Case Number: 22PR00102 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of: EAMON P. MALONE, aka EAMON MALONE A Petition for Probate has been filed by CHRISTOPHER P. MALONE in the SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA. The Petition for Probate requests that CHRISTOPHER P. MALONE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The Petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: Date: 04/21/2022 at Time: 9:00 AM, in Dept.: 5, located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101; PO Box 21107, Santa Barbara, CA 93121-1107, Anacapa Division. If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: Alison S. Gokal, Gokal Law Group, Inc. Address: 26080 Towne Centre Drive, Foothill Ranch, CA 92610 Phone: 949 753-9100

MAR 9, 16, 23, 30 / 2022--58078

MAR 9, 16, 23, 30 / 2022--58076

MAR 16, 23, 30 / 2022--58093

MAR 9, 16, 23, 30 / 2022--58083

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000501. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: KEYANALYTICS INC, 555 CORPORATE DRIVE SUITE 100, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694, County of ORANGE. Full Name(s) of registrants: C FINANCIAL INVESTMENT INC: 555 CORPORATE DRIVE SUITE 100, LADERA RANCH, CA 92694. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION, STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 02/23/2022 by E35, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Date or Not Applicable. 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) MAR 2, 9, 16, 23 / 2022--58062

MAR 16, 23, 30; APR 6 / 2022--58096

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20220000413. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: DE LA CRUZ FLOORS SERVICE, 1423 LIMU DRIVE, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: JOSE P DE LA CRUZ: 1423 LIMU DRIVE, CARPINTERIA, CA 93013. 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 02/11/2022 by E20, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Not Applicable. 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) MAR 2, 9, 16, 23 / 2022--58060

PETITION OF: KEVIN BIJAN SHAHID-SALESS FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV00590

PETITION OF: ZOE LIANA PROSER FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 22CV00621

“Right now, families throughout our state are struggling to stretch their household budgets due the rising cost of fuel and goods – we’re working on a solution that could be the responsible path forward,” Sen. Atkins said.

Santa Barbara MTD Invitation for Bids for Trafﬁc Control/Flagger (REBID) The Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District (MTD), a public transit operator, is accepting bids for trafﬁc control services to create a ‘safe zone’ for large, transit buses to exit the bus yard and enter onto busy Cota Street in downtown Santa Barbara during upcoming facility improvements. This is a public works project subject to prevailing wages and registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations. All contract terms are contained or referenced in the Invitation for Bids (IFB) package. IFB packages are available to interested parties on MTD’s website at https://sbmtd.gov/about/doing-business/ or by emailing a request to purchasing@sbmtd.gov starting on March 16, 2022. Sealed bids will be received at 550 Olive Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101 until Wednesday, April 6, 2022, at 10:00 AM, when bids will be opened and read aloud. Any bid received after that time will be returned unopened to the bidder. MAR 16, 23 / 2022 -- 58107

APN: 077-383-005-00 TS No: CA07001179-15-1S TO No: 8772398 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED April 2, 2010. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On May 18, 2022 at 01:00 PM, at the main entrance to the County Courthouse, 1100 Anacapa Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93101, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on April 8, 2010 as Instrument No. 20100018306, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Santa Barbara County, California, executed by DOROTHY H REVIE A WIDOW, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC., as Beneficiary, as nominee for FINANCIAL FREEDOM ACQUISITION LLC, A SUBSIDIARY OF ONEWEST BANK, FSB as Beneficiary, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 7259 ALAMEDA AVENUE, GOLETA, CA 93117 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the Note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said Note(s), advances if any, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, estimated fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $920,517.26 (Estimated). However, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the Trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the property receiver, if applicable. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. 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 In Source Logic at 702-659-7766 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Website address listed below for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA07001179-15-1S. 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 Website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. Notice to Tenant NOTICE TO TENANT FOR FORECLOSURES AFTER JANUARY 1, 2021 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 702-659-7766, or visit this internet website www.insourcelogic.com, using the file number assigned to this case CA07001179-15-1S 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: March 16, 2022 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07001179-15-1S 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone: 949252-8300 TDD: 866-660 4288 By: Amy Lemus, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www. insourcelogic.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: In Source Logic AT 702-659-7766 Order Number 80917, Pub Dates: 3/23/2022, 3/30/2022, 4/6/2022, SANTA BARBARA NEWS-PRESS MAR 23, 30; APR 6 / 2022 -- 58125