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Flood specialist retires after 35 years Tom Fayram helped Santa Barbara County during Montecito debris flow and other disasters By FORREST MCFARLAND NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

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Rep. Salud Carbajal greets Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District general manager Jerry Estrada and board chair Dave Davis outside of the newly renovated transit center.

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In 1986, Tom Fayram found his dream job working for the local flood control district, just over a year after graduating from college. Luckily for Santa Barbara County, this man and his dream job helped to prevent and mitigate natural disasters for decades, and the community is more than happy to celebrate him as he enters retirement. “To do a job you love for 35 years … not everyone gets to do that,” said Mr. Fayram, who retired Dec. 10 after his long service as a Santa Barbara County drought and flood specialist. As the county’s deputy public works director since the mid1990s, Mr. Fayram led countless public projects and lobbied for millions of dollars in federal funding for said projects. From the Painted Cave fire in 1990 to the Montecito debris flows on Jan. 9, 2018, Santa Barbara County has seen its fair share of crises. Fortunately, it did not take long for Mr. Fayram to assert himself as the man for the job. “What really gave me job satisfaction was getting projects done that benefited our

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“It’s pretty hard to beat Santa Barbara County,” said Tom Fayram, who has retired after 35 years as a flood and drought specialist.

community,” the civil engineer and Santa Ynez resident told the News-Press. “I remember thinking very early on, I’m going to retire from this job.” The Milwaukee native left the Midwest as a child after his father, who was working at Delco, was transferred to Goleta. And that’s how Mr. Fayram came to the county that would be Please see FAYRAM on A2

Rep. Salud Carbajal visits renovated transit center

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Santa Barbara City College has used federal stimulus money to erase student debt.

At left, Rep. Carbajal rides the bus to Goleta — where he visited what will become MTD’s second terminal. At right, the Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District operates a 112-bus fleet.

By ANNELISE HANSHAW NEWS-PRESS STAFF WRITER

U.S. Rep. Salud Carbajal took a trip on a Santa Barbara Metropolitan Transit District bus Tuesday afternoon to highlight the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The five-year transportation budget and the addition of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law provide $44 million for MTD. The timing overlaps as MTD loses its Small Transit Intensive Cities program apportionment in the next two years. The 2020 Census shows the Santa Barbara

Urbanized Area above 200,000, the eligibility threshold to be considered a small city. The new law creates grants and boosts the formula funding for transit districts. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and transportation budget combined are about double the size of the usual budget. Jerry Estrada, MTD’s general manager, told the News-Press he feels prepared to apply for grants the bill makes available — even competing against large municipalities. The money would likely be used to replace aging buses and

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renovate property MTD owns in Goleta to become a second terminal fit for an electric fleet. The popular waterfront shuttle is not part of the discussion. MTD paused the shuttle when the city of Santa Barbara stopped subsidizing that route. Dave Davis, chair of the State Street Advisory Committee and chair of MTD’s board, said the shuttle is part of the committee’s considerations. MTD suspended routes during the pandemic but did not lay off or furlough employees. In late April, it unveiled a fully renovated transit center.

Rep. Carbajal, D-Santa Barbara, toured the facility and tried a contactless fare payment method before greeting riders. He asked where they were going. One person was going to work; a woman rolled a small cart with groceries onto the bus with her. “How often do you ride the bus?” he asked in Spanish. “Everyday,” she answered (also in Spanish). “It is the infrastructure, our public transportation system, that enables us to get people to their jobs, to schools, to hospitals. So it’s fundamental to Please see SBMTB on A2

Stimulus money enables SBCC to eliminate student debt By FORREST MCFARLAND NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

Santa Barbara City College used $1 million of federal stimulus funds to erase student debt for current and former students. Thanks to SBCC’s Fresh Start Initiative and the federal Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund, approximately 1,800 students enrolled during the pandemic have received some form of debt relief.

Through the Fresh Start Initiative, students enrolled in spring 2020 through spring 2021 terms were provided with funds to pay off their entire outstanding balance. Students who left prior to the pandemic who are attempting to re-enroll with a previous outstanding balance were also provided with Fresh Start monies. “The responses we received Please see DEBT on A2

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67 COVID-19 new cases reported

By FORREST MCFARLAND NEWS-PRESS CORRESPONDENT

Santa Barbara County reported 67 new COVID-19 cases Thursday. There are also three deaths to report. Two individuals were in the 70-plus age group, and the other was 50-69 years of age, according to the Public Health Department. Two of the individuals had underlying medical conditions. No deaths were associated with a congregate care facility. Of the 67 cases, the highest

number, 18, was in Santa Barbara and unincorporated Mission Canyon. Elsewhere, three cases were reported in Lompoc and nearby Mission Hills and Vandenberg Village. Ten cases were in Santa Maria. Neighboring Orcutt had four cases. Two cases were in the North County areas that include Sisquoc, Casmalia, Garey, Cuyama, New Cuyama and Guadalupe. Three cases were in Isla Vista. Santa Ynez Valley reported three

cases. Eight cases were in Goleta. Eight cases were in unincorporated Goleta Valley and Gaviota. Two cases were in the South Coast corridor, which includes Montecito, Summerland and Carpinteria. The location of six cases was pending. Thirty patients are recovering in county hospitals. Another 12 are recovering in intensive care units.

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our society and our community,” Rep. Carbajal told the NewsPress. “It is essential, if we’re going to reopen our economy and our society living beyond this pandemic, to be able to have those investments.” More robust public transit nationwide will create jobs, he added. “Our essential workers are the ones that sustain our country and our economy, and public transit allows them to continue to get to their jobs,” he said. The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, also known as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, invests in roads, rails, airports and more. More than $4.86 billion is allotted for the improvement of California’s roads, bridges and highways.

Santa Barbara County now has a total of 46,182 cases, of which 512 are still infectious. The total number of deaths is 560. The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department reported that 68.3% of the eligible 5-and-older population is fully vaccinated. Of the entire county population (all ages), 64.2% is fully vaccinated. All numbers are provided by the health department.

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Jerry Estrada, right, tells Rep. Salud Carbajal, center, about upgrades to MTD’s system, such as estimated bus arrival times updated in real time.

SANTA BARBARA — More inmates at the county’s Main Jail tested positive for COVID-19 as a result of the outbreak earlier this month. Since its last news release Friday, the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s office identified an additional 35 COVID positive inmates. Five inmates have recovered since Friday. This brings the total number of COVID positive inmates in this outbreak to 59 with 54 active cases. All COVID-positive inmates are continuously monitored by custody staff and Wellpath partners, according to a news release. None of the COVID-positive inmates in this outbreak have required hospitalization, and 50 of them are asymptomatic.

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fallen behind on their housing payments,” Gov. Newsom said in a statement Monday. “No one should have to live in fear of losing the roof over their head, so we’re stepping up to support struggling homeowners to get them the resources they need to cover past due mortgage payments.” The program will fully cover overdue housing payments of up to $80,000 per household. According to the governor’s

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Continued from Page A1 his lifelong home. Now at 61, he can’t imagine living anywhere else. “It’s pretty hard to beat Santa Barbara County,” Mr. Fayram told the News-Press, commenting excitedly on the supportive community and the fact that he can wear shorts in December. After graduating from Dos Pueblos High School, Mr. Fayram attended UCSB, eventually transferring to San Diego State to become a civil engineer. The young graduate worked what he considered to be a very long year in downtown Los Angeles until a position opened up with the Santa Barbara County Flood Control and Water Conservation District. Mr. Fayram didn’t like the job or L.A., which was a big jump from growing up in Goleta. So Mr. Fayram accepted a

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position in Santa Barbara County, moved back home and soon married his wife Kathy, who retired one year ago after teaching for 33 years at Jonata Elementary School in Buellton. Contrary to his work in Los Angeles, Mr. Fayram skipped the bureaucracy and went straight to work on public projects and quickly rose among the ranks. By around 1990, he was promoted to engineering manager and then again a few years later to deputy director. As deputy director, Mr. Fayram led many successful projects not only through his own merit but because of his relationships across the country. Mr. Fayram teamed up with the city of Santa Maria to start giving annual presentations to the U.S. Corps of Engineers in the early 2000s. He made such a name for himself that when he lobbied for federal funding from the Corps to repair

the Santa Maria River levee, he was jokingly greeted with “Santa Maria, right?” After securing the help of the Corps and more than $40 million, Mr. Fayram looks back on this moment as, “the story that no one will ever write because of our repairs.” More recently, the deputy director was integral with mitigating the 2018 Montecito debris flows. “I always kept contact with the Corps of Engineers because they have emergency response assistance. An event like that costs a lot of money,” Mr. Fayram said. “I called the colonel (in the corps) that morning, and he immediately started going to work based on the relationship we had with the corps.” The corps and eventually FEMA provided manpower and funding while the deputy director and maintenance manager, Rick Tomasini, provided leadership. Mr. Fayram described the event

as incredibly collaborative and said the Corps of Engineers and FEMA trusted that he needed help when he asked. This moment was one of many where Mr. Fayram demonstrated capability, leadership and appreciation for his cohort. Mr. Fayram said he owes the success of his time with the county to his co-workers on both the local and federal levels. “Where I was the luckiest was having an incredible group of people to work with. Whether it was the debris flow response, or the levee or any other project,” he said. “They were dedicated and knowledgeable. I couldn’t do 35 years at this job without the quality of people I was fortunate to work with.” Mr. Fayram plans on enjoying retirement alongside his wife both abroad and at their home in Santa Ynez.

balances,” SBCC Student Finance Manager Nicole Hubert said in a news release. “It was a unique and incredible experience for my staff and I to provide a fresh start to our students.” HEERF grants were part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and

Economic Security Act passed by Congress in March 2020. SBCC has distributed more than $8 million to nearly 5,000 students through CARES/HEERF funds since the start of the pandemic. Students will have the opportunity to apply for another

round of grants early in the spring semester. The latest information regarding grants can be found at sbcc.edu/fiscalservices/cashier/ freshstartinitiative.php.

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Coast Supply Co. in Carpinteria is giving away a home renovation this Christmas to a deserving community member. The work includes flooring, kitchen cabinets, countertops and furniture. In fact, “we are giving away everything but the house!” Marketing Director Aaron Nelson told the News-Press in an email. Thursday is the final day Coast Supply will take nominations for a recipient of the home renovation. To nominate someone, email Coast Supply at info@coastsupplyco. com or go to coastsupplyco.com/ giveaway. The winner will learn of the gift on Christmas. “We at Coast Supply have been so blessed that we want to extend the same spirit of generosity to

our community,” Mr. Nelson said. “Scripture says, ‘To whom much is given, much is required,’ and we feel blessed to be able to be a blessing to a deserving family in our community. “As natives to the area, we feel that we should take care of our own,” he said. “It’s not a big deal. We have building materials and people need them. As we celebrate Christmas and the birth of Jesus, we strive to bring some small reflection of that gift to a local family, by providing them a much needed home renovation. “Our goal is to find someone who is an active and contributing member of our community, whether it be a nurse, teacher, firefighter, police officer, etc., whose needs we are able to meet by providing them with new flooring, kitchen and furnishing,” Mr. Nelson said.

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Analysts: California’s new congressional maps could boost Democrats in the state By MADISON HIRNEISEN THE CENTER SQUARE STAFF REPORTER

(The Center Square) — California’s independent redistricting panel stamped unanimous final approval of new legislative districts on Monday, and early analysis indicates the new boundaries will bolster a Democratic congressional stronghold in the state and amplify challenges for Republican incumbents. The California Citizens Redistricting Commission, composed of five Republicans, five Democrats and four independents, was tasked with drawing new boundaries for state Senate and Assembly districts and new congressional boundaries for the next decade based on 2020 Census data. This is the second time an independent commission took on this task in California. The first time was in 2010. The process spanned many weeks, with commissioners fielding public comment late into the night in several marathon meetings. The resulting maps, which include new lines for the state Senate, Assembly and Board of Equalization and new congressional boundaries, were approved in a 14-0 vote on Monday. Due to population loss over

the last decade, California forfeited a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives, bringing the total number of seats down to 52. According to Politico, the new congressional map accounts for this loss by consolidating two districts into one in southern Los Angeles County. The incumbents who held those seats, Reps. Lucille Roybal-Allard and Alan Lowenthal, both Democrats, announced they would not be running for re-election. Early analysis from the Cook Political Report indicates that the maps will make elections more difficult for some of the state’s incumbent Republicans, while Democrats will likely benefit from the new boundaries. “In a huge win for Dems, all 42 of their incumbents get double-digit Biden seats (two are merged due to CA’s seat loss),” Dave Wasserman, an editor of the nonpartisan Cook Report, tweeted Monday. “Meanwhile, five of CA’s 11 GOP incumbents get more vulnerable. “The CA map is both less competitive and better for Dems than initial drafts (and my priors heading into the process).” Per the California Constitution, the commission was required under the Voting Rights Act to ensure that minority groups have a

voice in elections. The commission was also required to ensure the division of cities, neighborhoods and communities of interest was minimized as much as possible. According to Mr. Wasserman, the new map has 18 seats with 50% or more Latino voting-age populations, up from the previous map with 13 seats. Ahead of Monday’s vote, Commissioner Pedro Toledo praised the panel for its dedication to the “advancement of representative democracy” and creating maps that ensure “all people have the opportunity to elect candidates of their choice.” “Accomplishing this was only possible by leaving our own interests and wants at the door,” Mr. Toledo said. “And by listening to the voices of Californians, and working together to meet those needs in a collaborative and fair manner that prioritizes the meaningful involvement and engagement of Californians.” The maps must now be up for public review for the next three days. Then each will be sent to be certified by the secretary of state by the Dec. 27 deadline. The new maps will take effect during the June primaries in 2022. Madison Hirneisen covers California for The Center Square.

AAA predicts holiday travel will surge this season

Association reports top destinations are in California, Florida By BETHANY BLANKLEY THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — Unlike last Christmas when many Americans were living in states still under lockdowns, an estimated 109 million people will be traveling out of town for Christmas and New Year’s this year, AAA reports. That’s a 34% increase from last year. “Americans who canceled their vacations in 2020 want to gather with family and friends for the holidays this year, although they will still be mindful of the pandemic and the new omicron variant,” Paula Twidale, senior vice president of AAA Travel, said in a statement. “With vaccines widely available, conditions are much different, and many people feel a greater level of comfort with travel.” Those traveling are expected to go distances of 50 miles or more as they hit the road, board airplanes or book other transportation methods between Dec. 23 and Jan. 2. The additional 27.7 million people traveling this year brings holiday travel to 92% of 2019 levels, AAA notes, with airlines seeing a 184% increase from last year. Road trips remain the top mode of travel, AAA reports, with more than 100 million people planning to drive to their destinations despite gas costing $1.25 per gallon more than a year ago. More than 6 million people are expected to travel by air; 3 million people are booking buses, trains and cruises, AAA reports.

Americans are primarily traveling to warmer climates this holiday season, primarily to where theme parks and resort type destinations are located. The greatest number of bookings is for travel to Anaheim and Orlando — home to Disneyland and Walt Disney World, respectively. The difference is that for those heading to Florida, they’ll experience little to no restrictions compared to those traveling to California. There are no interstate travel restrictions in Florida, compared to indoor masking and other restrictions in place in California, the AAA map notes. Florida, which has no coronavirus restrictions in place, dominates the tourism industry in the U.S. Earlier this year, six months before Christmas and holiday travel, Visit Florida, the state’s tourism agency, reported that 31.7 million people traveled to Florida from April through June 2021, with the majority traveling from other states. “Florida continues to serve as an example for the country that when you reject lockdowns and unnecessary mandates, your economy will thrive,” Gov. Ron DeSantis said. “Not only did Florida have more visitors in the second quarter than we did in 2020, but the data shows that domestic visitation has already fully recovered to 2019 levels.” Gov. DeSantis also credited the dedication of thousands of Florida business owners, “who demonstrated the highest commitment to their employees and their customers,” and

the marketing efforts of Visit Florida. California, a state that reported a population decline for the first time in its history in 2020, never lifted its state of emergency and just reinstated a statewide indoor mask mandate that’s expected to last until at least Jan. 15. Last year, California recommended a 14-day quarantine for people traveling from out of state. Hotels weren’t allowed to accept reservations for out-of-state travelers for non-essential travel unless they booked a reservation for the minimum 14-day quarantine period. Disneyland closed in March 2020 and didn’t reopen until April of this year. However, Florida was the first state to fully reopen with Walt Disney World, opening by the end of 2020. Initially, guests were required to wear face coverings, undergo temperature screenings,and make a reservation before visiting any of the parks. This year, reservations are still required throughout the holiday season and into 2022. To help travelers understand COVID-19-related closures, recommendations and requirements when traveling in the U.S., AAA published a COVID-19 Travel Restrictions Map. It also notes that in addition to Orlando and Anaheim, other top U.S. destinations include Las Vegas, New York City, Maui, Honolulu, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa, Phoenix and San Diego.

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Border Patrol catch potential Saudi terrorist entering Arizona illegally from Mexico By BETHANY BLANKLEY THE CENTER SQUARE CONTRIBUTOR

(The Center Square) — A Saudi Arabian man described by a U.S. Border Patrol chief as a “potential terrorist” was apprehended attempting to enter the U.S. illegally near Yuma, Ariz. He was apprehended wearing a New York county ambulance jacket. Yuma Sector Chief Border Patrol Agent Chris Clem announced the apprehension on Twitter with an accompanying blurred photo of the man. “Yuma Sector agents apprehended a potential terrorist who illegally entered the U.S. from Mexico Thursday night,” Mr. Clem wrote. “The 21-year-old migrant from Saudi Arabia is linked to several Yemeni subjects of interest.” Border Patrol hasn’t released any more details about the “Yemeni subjects of interest.” The Saudi national will be processed for an expedited removal from the U.S., per federal immigration law. The Saudi was apprehended wearing a jacket from the Central Oneida County Volunteer Ambulance Corps, an ambulance service near Syracuse, N.Y. The group posted a statement on its Facebook page from EMS chief Thomas Meyers, along with an image of the man posted by Border Patrol saying he has no affiliation with the group. “This individual is not, and has never been, affiliated with Central Oneida County Volunteer Ambulance Corps,” Mr. Meyers said in the Facebook post. “It is unknown to us how he obtained one of our discontinued jacket styles, and we are in the process of investigating this. We again assure the public that we have no affiliation or knowledge of this individual.” The apprehension of the

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Saudi man comes two weeks after Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey directed a surge of resources to an area near Yuma, where Border Patrol agents have been inundated with illegal immigration. “It’s clear the Biden administration has created a December Disaster at our border,” the governor said. “As a result of piecemeal policy and a lack of federal involvement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection has been inundated. We simply cannot stand by and watch this catastrophe unfold. We are taking action at the state level to protect Arizonans and our communities.” Gov. Ducey directed the Arizona National Guard to send an additional 24 personnel, six vehicles, four ATVs and one light utility helicopter to help law enforcement on the ground. The Department of Public Safety and the National Guard have also deployed tactical resources to the areas where U.S. Border Patrol and intelligence indicate the most threatening incursions are occurring. Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich remarked on the arrest. “While we are thankful that this potential terrorist was apprehended by our courageous border agents, we must remember that there are tens of thousands of migrants with unknown identities and intentions who regularly escape undetected into our communities,” Mr. Brnovich said. “We need to take decisive action to secure our border and prevent terrorists, gang members, and hardened criminals from accessing our ports of entry. That’s why my office is fighting in court to hold the Biden administration accountable to the rule of law.” Mr. Brnovich wrote a letter to President Joe Biden,

expressing his concern over potential terrorists entering the U.S. illegally through the southern border. He invited President Biden to visit the southern border to hear firsthand from law enforcement officials tasked with defending how “the situation is absolutely unsustainable.” State troopers, Arizona Guardsmen and women, and the Arizona Department of Homeland Security say they’re working together to combat increased crime along the Southern Border. By adding resources, Border Patrol agents are better equipped to focus on criminal interdiction instead of being forced to primarily process the constant stream of mainly pouring through “the gap,” an opening in the border wall in the Yuma Sector. In November, Customs and Border Protection agents apprehended more than 173,000 foreign nationals attempting to enter the U.S. illegally, a record for the month. In the Yuma Sector, agents reported 22,708 encounters with people entering the U.S. illegally, slightly more than Tucson Sector’s 21,485 encounters, according to Border Patrol data. Yuma falls within the Yuma Sector of Border Patrol. It’s located in Arizona’s southeast corner, covering roughly 181,670 square miles of primarily desert terrain divided between California and Arizona. Yuma Sector Border Patrol agents are tasked with securing 126 miles of the Arizona-Mexico border stretching from the Imperial Sand Dunes in California to the Yuma-Pima County line. The entire sector includes Yuma, La Paz, and Mojave Counties in Arizona, the Eastern-most areas of Imperial, Riverside, and San Bernardino counties in California and the entire state of Nevada.

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Population growth slows as California, New York, Illinois see declines By DAN MCCALEB THE CENTER SQUARE EXECUTIVE EDITOR

(The Center Square) — California, New York and Illinois saw the largest declines in population due to outmigration in 2020, according to new U.S. Census Bureau data, as overall population growth slowed to the lowest levels since the nation’s founding. The U.S. added only 392,665 people between July 1, 2020, and July 1, 2021 — about a 0.1% increase – when accounting for births, deaths and international migration. “Population growth has been slowing for years because of lower birth rates and decreasing net international migration, all while mortality

rates are rising due to the aging of the nation’s population,” Kristie Wilder, a demographer in the Population Division at the Census Bureau, said in a statement. “Now, with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, this combination has resulted in a historically slow pace of growth.” California lost 367,299 people this past year through domestic migration, which accounts for those moving into the state and those moving out. For the first time since 1850, California lost population in last year’s Census, when it lost 70,000 residents. Increasing taxes, restrictive policies on businesses and ongoing lockdowns have led individuals and Silicon Valley companies to exit the Golden State in record numbers over

the last two years. New York lost the next most people over the past year – 352,185 on net – because of migration. Illinois, which has been losing population for years, lost the third most - 122,460. Florida (220,890), Texas (170,307) and Arizona (93,026) saw the largest net domestic migration gains. “Between 2020 and 2021, 33 states saw population increases and 17 states and the District of Columbia lost population, 11 of which had losses of over 10,000 people,” the Census Bureau reported. “This is a historically large number of states to lose population in a year.” email: dmccaleb@ thecentersquare.com

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Westmont men’s basketball team defeats UC Merced in away game

By JACOB NORLING

WESTMONT SPORTS WRITER

MERCED — Westmont (10-3, 2-3 GSAC) snapped a three-game losing streak Monday as the Warriors defeated UC Merced (3-6) on the road by a score of 8072. After a 9-0 start, the Warriors stumbled by dropping three of their first-four games in December before Monday’s contest, but now officially collected their 10th win. “This one was good to get, especially after finals week,” said Westmont head coach Landon Boucher. “Finals take a toll on Westmont students and student-athletes, and we have a lot of new guys that are going through it for the first time. “We knew going on the road was going to be tough, and we let up a bit in the second half, but ultimately road wins are never easy, and we were happy to get

this one.” Ajay Singh led the club with 24 points, while Jalen Townsell added 17 points off the bench. Nate Meithoff contributed with 14 points as well, while Cade Roth recorded a double-double with 10 points and 10 assists. “Jalen really powered us, especially in the first half,” noted Boucher. “We had 22 assists tonight, and Cade had 10 of them. We found each other for good shots, and that’s why we shot it so well, because we were making it easy on each other. In the first half, the Warriors and the Bobcats traded points for the first 10 minutes of play, with UC Merced claiming an 1814 lead with 12 minutes to play. Then, with 11:39 to play in the period, Townsell drained one of his three first-half 3-pointers to spark a Warrior run that put the club in the driver’s seat. Townsell’s three ultimately sparked an 18-8 run that saw the

club stretch its lead to doubledigits with a little over five minutes to play in the half. A minute later, Townsell’s third triple of the half widened the lead to a half-high 39-24, but the Bobcats cut into the deficit going into intermission as the Warriors led 41-33. Townsell led the club with 15 points on six of seven shooting during the first half, while Singh contributed with 10 points of his own. In the second half, the Bobcats stayed within three possessions for the first handful of minutes, before the Warriors erupted for a 17-6 run in the middle part of the half, stretching their lead to a gamehigh 18 points at 69-51. With 8:59 to play, and an 18-point lead, the Warriors went scoreless for more than five minutes, allowing UC Merced a chance to get back in the game. However, Westmont’s defense

remained strong, and during the dry spell, only allowed the home club to pull within 10. A jumper from Meithof ended the scoring drought with 3:35 to play, and Tyler Austin followed up Meithof’s jumper with his second 3-pointer in as many attempts, rebuilding Westmont’s lead to 15. Ultimately, the club fended off a last-minute run by Merced to win it 80-72. “There’s a lot to learn from this game,” said Boucher, “but overall we’re celebrating the win on the way back from this road trip. It’s been a great first semester and it was really nice to wrap it up with this win.” The club returns to action at 1 p.m. on Thursday, when the Warriors head to Malibu to take on Pepperdine in an exhibition. Jacob Norling is the sports information assistant at Westmont College. email: sports@newspress.com

Westmont women’s basketball team loses to Montana team at Cactus Classic By RON SMITH WESTMONT SPORTS WRITER

MESA, Ariz. — The secondranked Westmont women’s basketball team (10-2) suffered a 67-55 loss to No. 5 Carroll, Mont., in the Warriors’ first game at the Cactus Classic on Tuesday afternoon. Carroll improved to 12-2 on the year. The Warriors were held scoreless for nearly six minutes to start the game, allowing the Fighting Saints to jump out to an 8-0 lead. Stefanie Berberabe took the lid off the basket for the Warriors with a layup, but Westmont continued to struggle offensively. “Defensively, we weren’t where we needed to be at the start of the game,” acknowledged Westmont head coach Kirsten Moore. “After the first few minutes, I thought we played tough defense the rest of the game. It was a step in the right direction, but for the veteran team that we are, we can’t get ourselves in a position against another top-five team where we have to do that every time. “We have to have some better starts on the defensive end of the floor. Obviously, it wouldn’t

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have been so drastic if we could have hit a couple of shots. The combination of the two made for a tough start. Then we played pretty even the rest of the way out.” With two and one-half minutes to play in the second quarter, the Saints took their largest lead of the game (23-10) on a free throw by Danielle Wagner. Westmont responded with a three by Laila Saenz, her first of three buckets from beyond the arc, cutting the deficit to 10 points (23-13). After Emma Madsen sank two from the charity stripe for the Saints, Berberabe made a midrange jump shot to make the score 25-15. Wagner then drained a 3-pointer for Carroll with 1:13 to play before intermission, but Saenz struck again from long distance, making the score 28-18. “I thought Laila kept us right in it in the first half with Iyree in foul trouble on a couple of interesting offensive foul calls,” Coach Moore said. “Laila was super steady and hit some big shots.” After a defensive stop by the Warriors, Berberabe delivered another jump shot to send the Warriors to the locker room down by eight (28-20). A minute and one-half

forbearance periods,” Tiena Johnson Hall, executive director of the California Housing Finance Agency, said in a statement. “The California Mortgage Relief Program will alleviate some of that anxiety and give eligible homeowners a chance to get caught up on those housing payments and regain that sense of security.” The program comes after

into the third quarter, Berberabe converted an andone opportunity to draw the Warriors to within four (29-25). However, Westmont would get no closer in the penultimate frame and Carroll ended the quarter with an eight-point advantage (45-37). The first three minutes of the fourth quarter saw the Warriors produce a 9-3 run to make it a two-point ball game (48-46). Berberabe scored on a jumper, Iyree Jarrett scored three on an and-one play, Saenz hit a jump shot and Destiny Okonkwo (four points, six rebounds) deposited a second-chance layup to account for the run. The Warriors were still within four (52-48) with under three minutes remaining, but were unable to pull any closer. “We couldn’t get over the hump,” said Moore. “We made a lot of runs back and cut it to two, but couldn’t get it past that. Credit to them — I thought we played some really tough possessions of defense and they were able to hit tough shots. “In the second half, Destiny’s presence on the defensive end, as well as the offensive end, was great. Stef was hounding the ball during the comeback, making thousands of Californians were pushed out of a job and a paycheck during the pandemic. As lockdowns and business closures ensued, about 3 million Californians sought unemployment benefits, and Gov. Newsom enacted an eviction moratorium to protect tenants who could not afford to pay rent. At its peak, California’s unemployment rate spiked to

everything super tough on them. “It has to be a team effort, and it was in those possessions where we were making those comebacks. You could see the defensive energy from all five of our players heighten. That is something to build on. “We saw some flashes of how good we can be. We haven’t put it all together yet and our health is far from full strength. I think there are encouraging things to take from today, but at the same time, obviously, it stings. We know we have to get better, and we truly believe we can be a better team than we were today.” Berberabe led the Warriors in scoring with 18 points while adding three rebounds. Saenz ended with 13 points while Jarrett notched 12 and collected four rebounds. Brown recorded seven points and a team-high eight rebounds. The Warriors will remain in Arizona for a second game today, taking on the Orediggers of Montana Tech at 2 p.m. MST (1:00 p.m. PST) at Chandler Gilbert Community College. Ron Smith is the sports information director at Westmont College. email: sports@newspress.com 16% in April 2020 and has slowly trickled down since. The state’s unemployment rate fell to 6.9% in November 2021, but still remains well above the nation’s unemployment rate of 4.2%, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Madison Hirneisen covers California for The Center Square.

UCSB baseball players named All-Americans By DANIEL MOEBUS-BOWLES UCSB SPORTS WRITER

Collegiate baseball announced its 2022 Preseason All-Americans Tuesday morning, naming a trio of Gauchos to its ranks. Jordan Sprinkle, Cory Lewis and Carter Benbrook, of the No. 17-ranked UCSB baseball team, were all named Third Team AllAmericans. Sprinkle, a sophomore, earned an opportunity early on in the 2021 season to become the team’s everyday shortstop and made the absolute most of the opportunity, growing into one of the top Gauchos on both sides of the ball. By season’s end, he was named Co-Big West Freshman Field Player of the Year and First Team All-Conference while earning an invitation to play for the 2021 USA Baseball Collegiate National Team. He led the conference all season long and was in the Top 20 in the country with 26 stolen bases on the season. The starting job became his 10 games into the season, and he immediately became a reliable source at the plate, collecting at least one hit in 44 of the last 52 games. He ranked second in the conference with 83 hits, the ninth most by any Big West freshman all-time, as well as ranking third in runs (55), fourth in doubles (18) and fifth in batting average (.353). Lewis, a right-handed pitcher, was a pleasant surprise for the Gauchos in 2021, becoming a mainstay in the weekend rotation. In 10 startsm the righty

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Philip “Tommy” Edward Tucker, of Santa Barbara, CA, passed away peacefully at The Friendship House in Solvang, California with his granddaughter Kimberly at his side on November 3, 2021. Tommy was born in Worthing, England on July 28, 1921. He was the fourth of nine children to Harold and Alice Tucker. His father was an Artilleryman in World War I and Tommy followed in his father’s footsteps when he joined the English Army in 1939 as an A.A. Gunner. He served in World War II and the Korean War. While serving in Europe he met the love of his life, Giacomina “Mina” Ellero, in Trieste, Italy. They married in September of 1946 and their son, Alan, was born in 1948 and their daughter, Marina, was born in 1952. Tommy moved his young family to America in 1959, sponsored by Dr. Jack Green & Nerina Ellero Green, with the promise of opportunity and never looked back. They settled in Santa Barbara, where he worked in the grocery industry in Sales at Jordano’s and then for Smith’s Food King /Lucky’s grocery store until retirement. He was preceded in death by his wife Mina, in 1988. With so much life still to live, he married a friend (Judy Clark) from their dance club at the Elks Lodge who had recently lost her husband. They remained married until 2009, when she passed away at the age of 95. He remarried again in 2012 to Antoinette “Toni” Yeagle, who he was married to until he passed away. He tragically lost both his amazing children; his daughter Marina Gudgeon in April of 2003, and his son Dr. Alan Tucker in January of 2004. The losses were very hard on him, but he was resilient, and took on what life presented to him, always with his amazing smile. His daughter-in-law Melissa, his four grandchildren (Scott Tucker, Tina .QDXVV .ULVWLQ 7XFNHUÁRUHV DQG .LP $QGUDGH ZKR FDOOHG KLP ´-XPSDµ DQG VL[ JUHDW grandchildren (Aislinn Tucker, Lilly Tucker, Marina Andrade, Ashley Knauss, Hailey .QDXVV DQG 0D[ $QGUDGH PHDQW WKH ZRUOG WR KLP (LJKW RI KLV VLEOLQJV SUHFHGHG KLP in death, one sister, Sonia Gregory, remains in England. Tommy has many beloved nieces and nephews throughout Australia and England who all adored him. His family visited and celebrated him every chance they had. Everyone loved Tommy. He loved to travel and made several trips to visit family in Australia and England. This past July, we celebrated his 100th birthday in Solvang with family. What was Tommy’s secret to a long life? Enjoy each moment, stay young at heart and don’t stress! Watch soccer any chance you get. Drink one (or two) scotch and water each day at 4pm. Vegetables are overrated – stick with good Italian food and Fish & Chips. Host parties, play darts. Don’t drink water: “Water is for washing!” Enjoy a little bit of Cadbury’s chocolate every day. Be social, spend time with friends at the Elk’s Lodge. And…. DANCE! Every chance you get, play some big band music, grab your partner and dance. ,Q OLHX RI ÁRZHUV SOHDVH FRQVLGHU VXSSRUWLQJ WKH )ULHQGVKLS +RXVH )ULHQGVKLS Lane, Solvang, California 93463 | +1-805-688-8748 | www.solvangfriendshiphouse. com.

BARNES, Bessie “Betsy”

Bessie “Betsy” Barnes passed away on December 1, 2021 after a long and happy life. Born in 1925 in Stillwater, OK, she was the second child of Ray and Annie Kitchen. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Guy, and husbands Dancil “Dan” Cooper and Elbert “Don” Barnes. Betsy graduated from Levelland High School (TX), attended Hardin-Simmons University and earned her B.A. and M.A. from Texas Technological University and University of Southern California. A lifelong advocate for education, she was a reading specialist with the Santa Barbara City Schools for many years. One of the founding members of the local chapter of the Alpha Delta Kappa Educational Sorority, she was a member and supporter of her sorority until the end of her life. %HWV\ ORYHG PXVLF ÀQH DUWV KRUVHV DQG WUDYHO 6KH DQG KHU EURWKHU *X\ OHDUQHG YLROLQ at an early age performing in local community recitals. It especially brought her joy praising God through music at the First Baptist Church. A supporter of the Santa Barbara Philharmonic, local plays, and art events her enthusiasm and pleasure were evident throughout her long life. She traveled extensively in the United States and Europe collecting and sharing many interesting and often humorous stories. Betsy graced everyone with her high standards and generous, good-natured spirit. She is loved and will be greatly missed by her friends and acquaintances, only child and remaining survivor Bruce Cooper and his partner Evelyn Morabe. A graveside service will be held Tuesday, December 21st, 1pm at Santa Barbara Cemetery.

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went 7-4 with a 3.38 ERA and 86 strikeouts, which ranked third on the team. Early on in the season he held a sub-2.00 ERA, which ranked in the top 25 in the country, thanks to a season-opening stretch where he allowed just three earned runs in five appearances. Lewis came up big for the Gauchos in the postseason earning a start in the team’s elimination game against No. 23 Oklahoma State. He tossed eight innings of one-run ball and struck out five to put the Gauchos in the championship round. He was also named a Big West AllConference Honorable Mention. Benbrook, a left-handed pitcher, was a force out of the bullpen for the Gauchos in 2021, becoming the most reliable reliever on staff. He finished the season with an impeccable 7-1 record and led the team with 25 appearances and five saves. His 3.02 ERA over 53.2 innings of work and 62 strikeouts were enough to earn him First Team All-Conference honors by the Big West. Benbrook brought high energy to every outing and was constantly called upon in tight situations. He more often than not came through for his team in those moments, including a game against Cal State Bakersfield where he came in and logged a double play on his first pitch. Daniel Moebus-Bowles works in communications/media relations at UCSB.

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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 92,032 acre-ft. Elevation 711.53 ft. Evaporation (past 24 hours) 4.1 acre-ft. Inflow 17.7 acre-ft. State inflow 11.9 acre-ft. Storage change from yest. -37 acre-ft. Report from U.S. Bureau of Reclamation

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News-Press Holiday Gift Guide

Puzzled about what to get your loved ones for Christmas? Dinah’s Puzzles and Nap Club offer suggestions By DAVE MASON and BRETT FILIPPIN NEWS-PRESS STAFF

inding a great gift is now easier, thanks to help from two Santa Barbara businesses. With Christmas just a few days away, Dinah’s Puzzles and Nap Club are sharing details about their products in today’s NewsPress Holiday Gift Guide. DINAH’S PUZZLES Dinah Parker hand-cuts and finishes her one-of-a-kind wooden jigsaw puzzles in her downtown Santa Barbara studio. “It’s something I learned from my dad when I was 8 years old. It’s entirely intuitive. I don’t do very much planning,” she told the NewsPress Tuesday. “They’re 100% one of a kind. I couldn’t make two (of the same puzzle) if I tried.” Prices vary from $15 to $100 depending on the puzzle’s size and intricacy.

Ms. Parker said she does some commission work. To see her puzzles, search on Instagram for: @moremesses. For more information, call her at 805-636-6246. NAP CLUB Nap Club is operated by Ivy Meyer Smith, a holistic esthetician, herbalist and textile artist. She gives custom plant-powered facials in her downtown Santa Barbara Studio. She also teaches workshops and makes natural dyed wearable art. The Nap Club is at 735 State St., Suite 427. It is open by appointment only. Ms. Smith will present a workshop on indigo natural dye Jan. 15 at Elsie’s Tavern, 117 W. De la Guerra St. To make an appointment or find out more about the Jan. 15 workshop, email hello@napclub. co or go to www.napclub.co. email: dmason@newspress.com

FLOWER SOAK, $15 at NAP CLUB

DRY SHAMPOO, $12, at NAP CLUB

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“Dry shampoo can help revive your hair in between washings, absorbing excess oil and giving hair a slight lift,” Nap Club owner Ivy Meyer Smith said. “Sprinkle a small amount at the roots, let it absorb for a minute, then comb it through.” It contains all natural ingredients, handmade in small batches and has plastic-free packaging. Ingredients are bentonite clay, Fuller’s Earth Clay, arrowroot powder, colloidal oats, baking soda and lavender essential oil.

SOOTHING LIP BALM, $5 at NAP CLUB

“This lip balm was crafted for use within my treatment room,” Ms. Smith said. “I wanted a balm that was soothing and moisturizing to help with chapped lips and would feel substantial after a pampering facial treatment. It is formulated without scent or flavor to prevent licking the lips, which contributes to them being dried out and chapped from the enzymes in our saliva.” The balm is handmade in small batches and consists of all-natural ingredients: Organic jojoba oils, organic refined shea butter, mango butter and organic white beeswax.

“Let the magnesium-rich epsom salts, pacific sea salt and flowers melt away your tension as you float away into relaxation,” Ms. Smith said. “The product smells incredible and is loaded with skin-soothing herbs such as organic rose petals, calendula and chamomile as well as colloidal oats. which is soothing to dry skin,” she said. “Add a cup or more to your bathtub or foot bath and soak for at least 15 minutes. Included is a small reusable muslin bag to add the flower soak to your bath without the stress of cleaning up afterwards.” The product is handmade in small batches and consists of allnatural ingredients: epsom salt, Pacific sea salt, organic rose petals, organic chamomile, organic calendula, colloidal oats and essential oil blend.

DINAH’S PUZZLES

Dinah Parker creates oneof-a-kind wooden jigsaw puzzles. Her prices vary from $15 to $100 depending on the puzzle’s size and intricacy.

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PET of the WEEK Ginny Ginny is one happy bunny if you give her attention and treats. Known for her sweet disposition and beautiful coat, the Rex breed rabbit is awaiting adoption at Goletabased Bunnies Urgently Needing Shelter. The active bunny, who’s about 3 years old, loves her exercise time, and when she slows down, her large size offers plenty to cuddle. Ginny has waited at BUNS for more than two years for her permanent home.

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To adopt her, contact BUNS at 805-683-0521 or info@bunssb. org. BUNS is located at Santa Barbara County Animal Services, 5473 Overpass Road, Goleta. It is open from noon to 4 p.m. Saturdays, during which no appointment is required. You also can go there Monday through Friday by appointment. In addition to rabbits, BUNS offers guinea pigs for adoption. All of the animals are spayed/ neutered, vaccinated and microchipped. For more information, go to bunssb.org. — Dave Mason

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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, lompoccapa.org and facebook.com/capaoflompoc. CAPA works regularly with Animal Services-Lompoc. • 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

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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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BOTANICALLY DYED SCRUNCHIES, $20 at NAP CLUB “Real Silk and Silk Velvet scrunchies are easier on the hair and less damaging,” Ivy Meyer Smith said. “These scrunchies are hand dyed with natural dyes like avocado pits, onion skins, and tropical hardwoods. These are gorgeous on your arm when not up in the hair, and incredibly soft. Hand sewn with love in Santa Barbara.”

Don’t let a bit of winter ruin your day

Teddy Bear Cancer Foundation recently delivered gifts to more than 70 families affected by pediatric cancer diagnoses, a record number for the nonprofit’s annual Project Holiday. To relieve some holiday stressors, volunteers and supporters delivered gifts to each child in the household, a Christmas tree, decor and a filled stocking. The foundation sponsored around 35 to 40 families in previous years and was able to almost double that this year, thanks to gifts from local businesses and individuals. TBCF additionally partnered with Cottage Children’s Medical Center to host the foundation’s annual Holiday Party in Santa

Maria and Santa Barbara. In light of the pandemic, the party became a drive-through event where families pulled their car into Mission Hope Cancer Center in Santa Maria or RidleyTree Cancer Center in Santa Barbara, where Santa filled the cars’ trunks with gifts for the children. In Santa Maria, Jeff Zamora, a former TBCF recipient whose son battled cancer 10 years ago, wore the Santa suit. Dick Pool and Pat Weeks played Santa and Mrs. Claus in Santa Barbara and danced together while gifts were given. Corey Pahanish, the foundation’s executive director, said TBCF was able to provide for families in a myriad of ways thanks to donors. “Our families are not only battling pediatric cancer, they are

also experiencing food insecurity and heightened transportation needs,” Mr. Pahanish said in a news release. “With the support of an anonymous donor, this year we will be addressing these insecurities by providing 70 families with $250 grocery gift cards and $250 gas cards.” Teddy Bear Cancer Foundations advocates for families living in Santa Barbara, Ventura and San Luis Obispo counties that have a child with cancer. In 2021, the foundation projects they will support a record number of families thanks to the donations and time given from their generous communities. For more about the foundation, go to www. teddybearcancerfoundation.org. email: fmcfarland@newspress.com

Understanding bipolar disorder

ccording to the National Institute of Mental Health, up to 5% of the population suffers from bipolar disorder (which has also been called manic depression). If you have this illness, take heart. Between medication, therapy and lifestyle changes, there are numerous things that can make your life much easier. Bipolar disorder is characterized by episodes of depression and mania. In simple terms, people with this disease have high highs and low lows, and sometimes there are periods of few to no symptoms. The depressive symptoms include sadness, sleep problems, agitation, low energy and feelings of worthlessness. Manic symptoms can be racing thoughts, grandiose behavior and risky activities including overspending, reckless driving and sexual inappropriateness. There are other manifestations so if you suspect that this may be a problem for you or your loved one, see a health professional. Psychologist John Preston and Julie Fast have authored a very helpful book for families who have to deal with this complicated problem. In “Loving Someone with Bipolar Disorder” (New Harbinger Publications), they

outline a simplified treatment plan that can assist in managing symptoms and triggers. • Step 1: Create a detailed list of your partner’s major symptom categories, which can include depression, mania, psychosis, anger, etc. • Step 2: Create a list of every specific symptom associated with each major symptom category. For example, some specific symptoms of depression could include inability to make decisions, negative self-talk, irritation, crying and being overly sensitive. • Step 3: Create a “What Works” list of treatments for each symptom. • Step 4: Create a list of triggers that bring on your partner’s mood swings as well as suggestions to modify and prevent the triggers. In addition to using these lists to help keep you on track, avoid making choices that can cause an episode such as sleep deprivation, getting overwhelmed and the use of drugs or alcohol. Following a diet and exercise program that includes your doctor’s recommended medications, vitamins and supplements is also vitally important. Additional lifestyle changes that will help couples maintain a comfortable existence include creating a support network and

learning to ask for help when you need it. These are essential emotional tools that can greatly reduce symptoms and assist you in getting help when you need it. Families and individuals should also seek counseling and medical advice, as this is a very difficult dynamic to deal with on your own. In addition, taking the time to talk with your family members so that you can arrive at a unified understanding of how you will handle problems is paramount in helping your relationships survive. Bipolar disorder cannot be managed effectively by medication alone. Taking a mindbody approach and using all the resources that are available is key to stability. Bipolar disorder is complicated, but I have seen a number of people survive it and make their lives work. This is not an impossible situation. Like many of life’s challenges, working through bipolar disorder as a team will not only help you cope, it will also bring you and your loved ones closer. Barton Goldsmith, Ph.D., is an award-winning therapist and humanitarian. He is also a columnist, the author of seven books, and a blogger for PsychologyToday.com with nearly 27 million readers. Reach him at barton@bartongoldsmith.com. His column appears Sundays and Wednesdays in the News-Press.

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The Ridley-Tree Cancer Center, which has its flagship campus in Santa Barbara, has been re-accredited for its radiation oncology services.

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Ridley-Tree Cancer Center has met the highest standards of the American Society for Radiation Oncology and its Accreditation Program for Excellence by receiving a second four-year re-accreditation for radiation oncology services. The cancer center has its flagship campus in Santa Barbara and offices in Lompoc and Solvang. According to a news release, the voluntary accreditation process is comprehensive and rigorous, focusing on the entire radiation

oncology team, and how well safety, quality and adherence to patient-centered care are prioritized. ASTRO recognizes facilities that deliver exceptionally safe, highquality care to patients. “This re-accreditation by the most important professional body in our field shows that Ridley-Tree’s Radiation Oncology Department is truly dedicated to providing our patients with the highest level of care,” said Dr. W. Warren Suh, medical director of the Radiation Oncology Department. In 2017, Ridley-Tree Cancer Center was the second facility

in California to earn this accreditation, ahead of many major academic cancer centers. Ridley-Tree is one of 23 facilities in the state with APEx accreditation, and it’s only one on the Central Coast with this accreditation, according to Ridley-Tree’s news release. Centers seeking APEx accreditation undergo an evaluation of their policies and procedures. The facility must also demonstrate a commitment to high standards of safety and quality. For more about the cancer center, go to ridleytreecc.org. email: kzhender@newspress.com

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HOROSCOPE face reality tomorrow. LIBRA — Renegotiating relationships may cause sorrow today. You may find that trying to fix one won’t work. Past emotions that have created difficulties may resurface. Releasing them could bring the courage to move on. Bonds with others are like matter and energy. They can be changed, but they can’t be created or destroyed. Whatever form it takes, a true bond will always be there. SCORPIO — Today you might put aside your usual tendency to push ahead without a backward glance. You could reconsider past ideas and see them in an entirely new light. Circumstances may force reevaluation of your current job or lifestyle. Or you could contemplate a move. Contact with a sibling or neighbor may be restored. Today is all about adjustment. SAGITTARIUS — Today is about reevaluation. Dreams or ambitions that you may have abandoned could resurface. You could be forced to confront difficulties in your current situation. You might decide to call in a few favors from people you haven’t heard from in ages. Old debts may need repaying. This is a great time to tie up loose ends, attain closure, and move on. CAPRICORN — Happy and painful memories of childhood could come to mind today, bringing new understanding of how your early experiences affect your present situation. Unexpected insights could bring a new perspective on the present and future. You could realize that a personal or professional course isn’t right for you. Don’t let fear overwhelm your need for transition. AQUARIUS — While you may be comfortable with your environment, you could receive an unmistakable signal that it’s time for change. This could involve a different job, allowing you to make use of skills and talents that have been lying fallow. Don’t let small but necessary tasks make you abandon a new course of action. It represents a vital stage in your personal growth. PISCES — Sudden financial success could produce upheaval in your lifestyle. Therefore, rethink your current situation and consider the pursuit of cherished old dreams that you may have abandoned. Spiritual goals and interests may change. Old friends could be left behind and new friendships begun. It’s important to remember that once you embark on this new path, there’ll be no turning back.

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The ﬁnal date for submitting applications is 3 p.m. on January 14, 2022. Candidates will be interviewed individually at a special meeting of the Board on February 8, 2022 at 3:30 p.m. The person selected will join the Board at their regular meeting on Tuesday, February 15, 2022. The person appointed shall hold ofﬁce until the next regularly scheduled election for district Board Members in November 2022.

Dish Wireless LLC is proposing to install new wireless telecommunications antennas on an existing building located at 5638 Hollister Ave, Goleta, Santa Barbara County, CA. The new facility will consist of the collocation of antennas behind an FRP screen at a top height 56 feet above ground level on the 43-foot-tall building with a 46-foot-tall parapet. Any interested party wishing to submit comments regarding the potential effects the proposed facility may have on any historic property may do so by sending such comments to: Project 6121010266 - JLD EBI Consulting, 6876 Susquehanna Trail South, York, PA 17403, or via telephone at (203) 231-6643.

Dish Wireless LLC is proposing to install new wireless telecommunications antennas on an existing building located at 1214 State Street, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara County, CA. The new facility will consist of the collocation of antennas at a top height of 113.75 feet on the 113.75foot-tall building. Any interested party wishing to submit comments regarding the potential effects the proposed facility may have on any historic property may do so by sending such comments to: Project 6121010267 - TC EBI Consulting, 6876 Susquehanna Trail South, York, PA 17403, or via telephone at (339) 234-2597.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210003228. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: FOOD IS LOVE MARKET & DELI, 135 E CARRILLO ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: FOOD IS LOVE MARKET & DELI LLC, 135 E CARRILLO ST., SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 11/24/2021 by: E40, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Nov 11, 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) DEC 1, 8, 15, 22 / 2021--57786

Questions should be directed to Anthony Ranii at (805) 969-3249 ext. 401. DEC 22, 23 / 2021 -- 57832 NOTICE TO CREDITORS of Albert Yenni (Probate Code §19040 and following)

CASE NO. 21PR00172 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA COUNTY OF SANTA BARBARA Notice is hereby given to the creditors and contingent creditors of the above-named decedent, that all persons having claims against the decedent are required to file them with the Superior Court, at 1100 Anacapa Street, P.O. Box 21107, Santa Barbara, California 93121-1107, and deliver pursuant to Section 1215 of the California Probate Code a copy to Wendy M. Edmunds, as trustee of the Albert Yenni Trust dated May 23, 2014, wherein the decedent was the settlor, at Post Office Box 4219, Santa Barbara, CA 93140, within the later of four months after December 22, 2021 (the date of the first publication of notice to creditors) or, if notice is mailed or personally delivered to you, 60 days after the date this notice is mailed or personally delivered to you. A claim form may be obtained from the court clerk. For your protection, you are encouraged to file your claim by certified mail, with return receipt requested. Wendy M. Edmunds, Trustee of the Albert Yenni Trust dated May 23, 2014 Post Office Box 4219 Santa Barbara, CA 93140

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT, FBN No: 20210003252. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: SANTA BARBARA SMILES DENTISTRY, 1412 SAN ANDRES ST. SUITE D, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: DONALD LAYUS, DDS, INC.: 1412 SAN ANDRES ST. SUITE D, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93101. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CALIFORNIA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County Clerk-Recorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 11/30/2021 by E30, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Apr 05, 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, FBN No: 2021-0003315. First Filing. The following person (s) are doing business as: VERONICA SPRINGS CHURCH, 949 VERONICA SPRINGS RD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105, County of Santa Barbara. Full Name(s) of registrants: FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH: 949 VERONICA SPRINGS RD, SANTA BARBARA, CA 93105. This business is conducted by: A CORPORATION. STATE OF INC.: CA. This statement was filed in the office of JOSEPH E. HOLLAND, County ClerkRecorder of SANTA BARBARA COUNTY on 12/09/2021 by E28, Deputy. The registrant commenced to transact business on: Dec 09, 2016. 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)

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PETITION OF: BRADLEY THOMAS HUNT FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV04540

PETITION OF: KELLY CHRISTINA KLEIN FOR CHANGE OF NAME. ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME CASE NUMBER: 21CV04611

TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner: Bradley Thomas Hunt filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: Bradley Thomas Hunt to Proposed name: Bradley Orion White 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: January 25, 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: 12/07/2021 Name: Thomas P. Anderle, Judge of the Superior Court.

TOALLINTERESTEDPERSONS: Petitioner: KELLY CHRISTINA KLEIN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present name: KELLY CHRISTINA KLEIN to Proposed name: KELLY CHRISTINA TURSICK 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: January 24, 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: 12/06/2021 Name: Colleen K. Sterne, Judge of the Superior Court.

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Biden addresses omicron variant, announces new COVID-19 measures

DEC 22, 29 / 2021; JAN 5 / 2022 -- 57854 SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW) CITACIÓN (Derecho familiar) NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: Noe Fuentes Garcia AVISO AL DEMANDADO: Noe Fuentes Garcia You have been sued. Read the information below and on the next page. Lo han demandado. Lea la información a continuación y en la página siguiente. Petitioner’s name is: Teresa Huerta Nombre del demandante: Teresa Huerta CASE NUMBER (NÚMERO DE CASO): 21FL00591 You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you. If you do not file your Response on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs. For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately. Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association. Tiene 30 días de calendario después de haber recibido la entrega legal de esta Citación y Petición para presentar una Respuesta (formulario FL-120) ante la corte y efectuar la entrega legal de una copia al demandante. Una carta o llamada telefónica o una audiencia de la corte no basta para protegerlo. Si no presenta su Respuesta a tiempo, la corte puede dar órdenes que afecten su matrimonio o pareja de hecho, sus bienes y la custodia de sus hijos. La corte también le puede ordenar que pague manutención, y honorarios y costos legales. Para asesoramiento legal, póngase en contacto de inmediato con un abogado. Puede obtener información para encontrar un abogado en el Centro de Ayuda de las Cortes de California (www.sucorte.ca.gov), en el sitio web de los Servicios Legales de California (www.lawhelpca.org) o poniéndose en contacto con el colegio de abogados de su condado. NOTICE—RESTRAINING ORDERS ARE ON PAGE 2: These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders. They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them. AVISO—LAS ÓRDENES DE RESTRICCIÓN SE ENCUENTRAN EN LA PÁGINA 2: Las órdenes de restricción están en vigencia en cuanto a ambos cónyuges o miembros de la pareja de hecho hasta que se despida la petición, se emita un fallo o la corte dé otras órdenes. Cualquier agencia del orden público que haya recibido o visto una copia de estas órdenes puede hacerlas acatar en cualquier lugar de California. FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party. EXENCIÓN DE CUOTAS: Si no puede pagar la cuota de presentación, pida al secretario un formulario de exención de cuotas. La corte puede ordenar que usted pague, ya sea en parte o por completo, las cuotas y costos de la corte previamente exentos a petición de usted o de la otra parte. 1. The name and address of the court are (El nombre y dirección de la corte son): Superior Court of California, County of Santa Barbara 1100 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara CA 93101 2. The name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: (El nombre, dirección y número de teléfono del abogado del demandante, o del demandante si no tiene abogado, son): Angelica Maria Gutierrez Diaz 510 E Chapel Street Santa Maria, CA 93454 8053481638 Date (Fecha): 4/16/2021 Clerk, by (Secretario, por) /s/ Nicolette Barnard, Deputy (Asistente) DEC 22, 29 / 2021; JAN 5, 12 / 2022 -- 57845

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(The Center Square) — President Joe Biden announced new steps to fight COVID-19 Tuesday as the number of new cases continues to rise and the U.S. recorded its first death from the now dominant omicron variant. In a Tuesday afternoon speech, Biden plans to announce the deployment of federal medical workers to six states that are seeing the biggest surges: Michigan, Indiana, Wisconsin, Arizona, New Hampshire and Vermont. The emergency response teams will include more than 100 clinical personnel and paramedics, a fact sheet from the White House says. The omicron variant, believed to be much more contagious but not necessarily as dangerous as previous variants, has been leading to a rise in cases across the country. A Harris County, Texas, man died from the omicron variant Monday. He is the first American believed to have died from the variant. He was unvaccinated and had other underlying health conditions. The administration’s plan includes deploying an additional 1,000 troops in January and February to hospitals that are near or at capacity with COVID-19 patients. The service members will include military doctors, nurses and paramedics, according to the fact sheet. The action plan includes distribution of 500 million

taxpayer-funded home testing kits starting in January 2022, and the opening of new federal testing sites across the U.S. “The first will be stood up in New York City this week,” the fact sheet says. The Biden administration also will direct “the Federal Emergency Management Agency to activate additional staffing and capacity for the National Response Coordination Center (NRCC) and FEMA regions, and to mobilize planning teams to work with every state and territory to assess hospital needs ahead of winter surges, and to start expanding hospital bed capacity now – with the federal government paying for all of it. The Administration is also pre-positioning the federal government’s own supplies and resources to help make more beds available.” FEMA will make available hundreds of ambulances and emergency medical teams to take COVID-19 patients to hospitals with open beds and supply hospitals that need them with additional ventilators. “Just this week, 30 paramedics are heading to New Hampshire, 30 to Vermont, and 20 to Arizona, and 30 ambulances are headed to New York and 8 to Maine,” the announcement says. And the administration plans to increase access to COVID-19 vaccines by setting up new clinics and “deploying hundreds of federal vaccinators across 12 states, Tribes and territories,” according to the fact sheet. email: dmccaleb@ thecentersquare.com

Louisiana businessman asks U.S. Supreme Court to block OSHA vaccination mandate By WILLIAM PATRICK THE CENTER SQUARE REGIONAL REPORTER

(The Center Square) — Louisiana businessman Brandon Trosclair is asking the U.S. Supreme Court to stop the Biden administration’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate affecting private employers with 100 or more employees. Mr. Trosclair is represented by the Liberty Justice Center and the Pelican Institute for Public Policy, based in New Orleans. His lawsuit challenging the vaccination mandate was instrumental to a Fifth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals ruling in November that suspended the mandate nationwide. That Fifth Circuit ruling, however, was recently dissolved by the Sixth U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Ohio. Mr. Trosclair and a group of Texas workers filed emergency applications with the Supreme Court over the weekend. Justice Brett Kavanaugh requested a response from the federal government no later than Dec. 30. “This fight must go to the U.S. Supreme Court, and we look forward to protecting the rights of our clients and all Americans in this historic fight,” said Patrick Hughes, president of the Liberty Justice Center. Sarah Harbison, general counsel for the Pelican Institute said, “The Fifth Circuit was correct when it issued the original stay in the case filed by Brandon Trosclair in Louisiana, arguing that there were ‘grave constitutional and statutory issues’ with the mandate. This fight is not over.” The mandate, which is enacted through the Occupational Safety and Health Administration, will proceed as intended unless the Supreme Court finds the administrative rule affecting 100 million workers unconstitutional. Businesses with 100 or more employees are required to mandate COVID-19 vaccinations or impose weekly testing regimens by Jan. 4. Employers will face

fines of nearly $14,000 per worker for failing to comply. In a 2-1 ruling Friday, a Sixth Circuit panel said, “(I)t is difficult to imagine what more OSHA could do or rely on to justify its finding that workers face a grave danger in the workplace.” The now dissolved Fifth Circuit said the mandate was a “one-sizefits-all sledgehammer that makes hardly any attempt to account for differences in workplaces (and workers).” A Supreme Court dispute likely would involve both arguments. Mr. Trosclair, who resides in Ascension Parish, employs nearly 500 people across 15 grocery stores in Louisiana and Mississippi. “When I found out that we would be held to the mandate, to me it was a fairly obvious thing to get involved because the government was putting me in a position to terminate employees for not taking the vaccine or do multiple testings every week,” he said in a previous phone interview. Mr. Trosclair added that weekly testing would introduce an exorbitant expense to businesses and employees. “I just thought it was a nobrainer to get involved and do this because it’s the right thing to do,” he said. The U.S. Department of Labor issued a statement after the Sixth Circuit ruling, saying “OSHA can now once again implement this vital workplace health standard, which will protect the health of workers by mitigating the spread of the unprecedented virus in the workplace.” Government lawyers argued COVID-19 is a both “physically harmful agent and a new hazard,” which authorizes OSHA, a workplace safety agency, to enforce COVID-19 vaccinations and testing. OSHA said it will not impose fines on businesses before Jan. 10, providing employers act in good faith while transitioning to the mandate’s requirements. William Patrick covers Louisiana for The Center Square.