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TAX-RETURN CASH FOR YOU For people who have not yet filed their tax returns, the United States Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) announced March 21 that they are moving the 2019 income tax filing due date from April 15 to July 15 this year, a three month extension.

By Antonio Ray Harvey California Black Media

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After the IRS’s announcement, the state of California postponed its tax deadlines until July 15 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. That update superseded the California Franchise Tax Board’s (FTB) See TAX-RETURN page 2

House $2 Trillion Passes Stimulus Package Deal

Earlier, several civil rights organizations noted watching with vigilance as Senate negotiations and, later, voting in both chambers took place. “We know that when the economy goes into decline, people of color always bear the brunt,” said Teresa Candori, communications director for the National Urban League. “We will be fighting to make sure the most vulnerable communities are not an afterthought.”

Lawmakers and President Trump have said they want the checks mailed by April 6. Still, because the Internal Revenue Service has reduced staff at all of its locations because of the coronavirus, many believe the checks may not go out until May. (Photo: iStockphoto / NNPA)

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Senior Correspondent

HOW ONE SALON OWNER IS

WEATHERING THE COVID-19 STORM

The $2 trillion stimulus deal reached earlier by the Senate, was finally passed by the House on Friday, March 27.

President Trump is expected to immediately sign the massive legislation that promises to provide a much-needed shot in the arm for working and unemployed individuals, and small and big businesses.

See STIMULUS page 2

THE EBONY FOUNDATION STEPS UP ORGANIZATION TO FEED OVER. 65,000 CHILDREN AND SENIORS WEEKLY DURING PANDEMIC

SDUSD Transitions to Distance Learning April 6 Full Implementation Begins April 27 Newswire

Bridget Winton, a San Diego-based master hairstylist and salon owner.

By Chida Rebecca Contributing Writer

Across the country, barbers and hairstylists are feeling the effects of COVID-19. In the Black community, the impact is even more severe. For decades, Black-owned salons and barbershops have served as a meeting place for men and women to congregate and catch up on the latest news, gossip and overall happenings within the community.

These “meeting places” of sorts have proven to be extremely profitable for their owners. But, per executive orders from Governor Gavin Newsom,

all non-essential businesses have been forced into temporary closure.

In one fell swoop, COVID-19 has caused hairstylists and barbers to go from having lucrative, bustling businesses to complete cessation. Bridget Winton, a San Diego based master hairstylist and salon owner is among the 33,570 cosmetologists in California trying to rebound from the coronavirus effects.

“I’m glad that I have a couple of options to make money,” she said. “I have a direct franchise business [offering] health, wellness and beauty products that consumers still need even if they don’t come in. For me, it’s a nice little See page 9

The problem is straightforward: Without school, a lot of our community’s kids often don’t eat. Close to 30 million children use the National School Lunch Program each year.

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ATLANTA, GA – To address the increased need for food assistance during the

COVID-19 outbreak amid school closures and social distancing, the EBONY Foundation wants the community to know WE GOT YOU. Starting Monday, March 16, 2020, over a million tons of food will begin making its way to community members in need.

This food recovery initiative will start in Detroit serving Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties and the EBONY Foundation seeks to use this model in communities nationwide.

Experts agree that school closures and social distancing will play an important role in limiting the transmission of coronavirus. Families and advocates have concerns about how system-wide closures will impact communities who rely on schools for a range of public services, See EBONY page 2

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The state’s second-largest district will be moving to full implementation of a distance learning curriculum by April 27 to save the remainder of the school year in response to the recent coronavirus restrictions implemented by Governor Newsom earlier this month.

All physical SDUSD structures will remain closed until the COVID-19 health emergency abates.

Meanwhile, district and national education leaders are calling for critical state aid to support continued learning and have urged Congress to prioritize schools and students in all national recovery legislation.

San Diego County and the nation continue to face an unprecedented health crisis due to the spread of COVID-19.

In the days and weeks ahead, some local organizations are concerned the academic needs of low-income and at-risk students won’t be adequately served.

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION Stimulus:

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The deal includes approximately $367 billion for small business loans administered through the Small Business Administration.

It also includes direct payouts to most Americans and more money and an extension of unemployment benefits.

While the bipartisan measure unanimously passed in the Senate, at least two Republican congressmen opposed the bill.

Colorado Rep. Ken Buck argued that he didn’t want “the cure to be worse than the problem itself.” Buck objected to the inclusion in the package of $75 million for public broadcasting, $50 million for museums and libraries, and $25 million for the Kennedy Center.

Earlier, Rep. Matt Gaetz (R-Fla.) blasted Senate members for including $13 million for Howard University, a historically black college.

Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Kentucky) attempted to force a full yes or no vote that reportedly irritated House members who agreed to do a voice vote in which members were not required to attend in person and risk personal safety in light of the spreading coronavirus.

Earlier, several civil rights organizations noted watching with vigilance as Senate negotiations and, later, voting in both chambers took place.

“We know that when the economy goes into decline, people of color always bear the brunt,” said Teresa Candori, communications director for the National Urban League.

“We will be fighting to make sure the most vulnerable communities are not an afterthought.”

The coronavirus is “an equal-opportunity pandemic,” stated Melanie Campbell, president of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation.

think about other catastrophes, a lot of times, bailouts ended up taking care of the top, and then it trickles down to the people,” Campbell said.

among minorities, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) emphasized the need for more available benefits and a more extended period.

“Our federal government has to be bold about responses as this is an ever-evolving pandemic that can become a real catastrophe for people’s daily lives.”

Under the stimulus deal, the federal government adds $600 per week to the state benefits jobless workers currently receive. The deal adds four months to the 26-week limit that benefits are paid.

Many said they’re reminded that the household wealth of communities of color declined during the 2008 recession.

They said those losses never recovered, and it’s led to fears that minorities will again suffer a severe and long-term hit as the nation battles COVID-19 and whatever the aftermath might present.

The agreed upon stimulus package includes onetime direct payments of $1,200 per adult who made $75,000 or less in 2019 and $2,400 for couples who made less than $150,000.

An additional $500 will be added for each child.

If individuals haven’t filed 2019 taxes, the payouts will be based on their 2018 returns.

The payments will phase out at a rate of $5 per every additional $100 in income over $75,000 in adjusted gross income for single adults, $112,500 for heads of household, and $150,000 for married couples filing jointly.

The checks would be directly deposited into bank accounts if you included direct deposit information on your tax form. If you did not, your check would be mailed.

Lawmakers and President Trump have said they want the checks mailed by April 6. Still, because the Internal Revenue Service has reduced staff at all of its locations because of the coronavirus, many believe the checks may not go out until May. Residents are not expected to have to fill out any forms or call the IRS because the government will automatically send payment based on information culled from a 2018 or 2019 tax return.

“If you think about (Hurricane) Katrina, if you

Meanwhile, with unemployment rates expected to approach 20 percent – and as much as 30 percent

Tax-Return:

In a simple breakdown, the following are the qualifications for CalEITC and the Young Child Tax Credit:

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previous announcement that extended the period for filing and payment of taxes until June 15, 2020.

With the approval of the federal government’s $2 trillion stimulus package, designed to ease the financial impact of the global Coronavirus pandemic, taxpayers can take full advantage of several breaks federal and state agencies are offering.

Start by paying attention to the California State Controller’s summary of the tax credits. By making sense in the simplest terms, taxpayers could learn that there is more tax-return money on the table for them.

“The COVID-19 pandemic is disrupting life for people and businesses statewide,” State Controller Betty Yee said in a statement addressing filing federal returns and paying taxes owed. “Hopefully, this small measure of relief will allow people to focus on the health and safety of themselves and their families during these challenging times.”

Two tax credits specifically — one federal and the other in California — are aimed at giving families and businesses a lifeline.

For starters, eligibility for the California Earned Income Tax Credit (CalEITC) has been expanded. People who earned less than $30,000 in 2019 — including through self-employment — may qualify, and those who also have a child under age six may be eligible to claim the Young Child Tax Credit (YCTC).

California’s YCTC was introduced in 2019. Upon qualifications for CalEITC and having a child under the age of six as of the end of the tax year, taxpayers could qualify for up to $1,000 through this particular tax credit.

Between CalEITC and YCTC, FTB anticipates returning $1 billion to taxpayers this year.

Taxpayers earning less than $55,952 may also qualify for the federal EITC. Through a combination of CalEITC, YCTC, and the federal EITC, a family can receive up to $8,053.

You must be at least 18 years old or have a qualifying child, and earned less than $30,000 during the previous year.

You must have worked during the tax year with income from W-2 wages, or self-employment, or salaries, or tips, or other employee wages, subject to California withholding (any one of these income sources can qualify), This credit can be up to $240 (state) and $529 (federal) with no children, up to $2,982 (state) and $6,557 (federal) for 3 or more children, and various other amounts for 1-2 children.

You must file both a federal and state return if you are interested in receiving money from both sources. This is actual cash (a windfall for those not familiar with this credit) and is intended to equalize the playing field for wage earners in the under $30,000 category.

You can submit retroactive claims for this credit for up to the last four years. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free tax help for those uncomfortable with submitting tax filings and earn less than $54,000 a year.

Responding to the economic challenges of the Coronavirus crisis, the federal government passed legislation that will provide up to a $1,200 payment for single individuals, $2,400 for married couples and various tax credits to businesses.

Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) introduced the Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security Act (CARES) March 19 as a third-phase effort to address the economic fallout the COVID-19 pandemic has caused.

Jerome E. Horton, a former California state legislator and ex-member of the California Board of Equalization, who is now Chairperson for the Poverty Prevention Alliance, said the piece of legislation is a “good beginning.”

“You can actually get $1,200 per individual, and for a family, it doubles,” Horton told California Black Media. “The important thing about the tax credit is that individuals would have had to file their 2018 tax returns. So it’s important to encourage everyone to file.”

“It’s unemployment insurance on steroids,” Schumer proclaimed. “But, and most importantly, the federal government will pay your salary, your full salary, for now, four months.”

Michele Evermore, the senior policy analyst at the National Employment Law Project, called the inclusion of the new unemployment provision, “unprecedented.”

“Because this situation is so different, we have to break all the rules,” Evermore stated.

The new stimulus also adds a “pandemic unemployment assistance program,” which provides jobless benefits to independent contractors, gig economy workers, and the self-employed, who typically don’t qualify for such assistance.

For small businesses, the stimulus means they will get $367 billion to keep making payroll even while workers are required to stay at home.

Companies with 500 employees or less that keep paychecks steady could get up to $10 million each in forgivable small business loans.

Federally guaranteed loans will provide eight weeks of assistance for qualifying employers who maintain payroll. Those who meet requirements would have costs such as utilities, mortgage interest, and rent forgiven. Individuals can also defer payment of their 2020 payroll taxes for up to two years, and employers are allowed to cut workers’ hours but not lay them off.

Those workers are then eligible for some unemployment benefits.

Businesses can apply for COVID-19 relief through the stimulus by visiting, www.sba.gov/coronavirus.

The website is expected to become operational soon.

The legislation authorizes the IRS to issue to individuals with incomes of up to $75,000 a one-time $1,200 payment, phasing out at a rate of 5 percent for every $100 in income above $75,000.

The payment is thus phased out entirely for an individual making $99,000. Married couples with combined incomes of up to $150,000 would receive $2,400, subject to the same phaseout guidelines that apply to individuals.

So, for married couples, the payments would be phased out at $198,000. The provision also provides an additional $500 per child, also subject to a similar incremental phaseout.

The most important key to this tax credit for families and businesses is that emphasis is put on filing the 2018 tax returns, Horton said. They must be filed and the parties filing do not have to worry about previous hardships that prevented them from doing it.

“If you didn’t file because you didn’t think that you owed any taxes or the government didn’t take any taxes out of your check, please go ahead and file,” Horton said. “The individuals who wanted to stay off the radar, should file anyway,” he said, “so that they can take advantage of this stimulus.”

Individuals with disabilities, the elderly and limited English speaking abilities need help filling out tax returns qualify. All income-eligible Californians who need help filing a Personal Income Tax (PIT) return can find it through the VITA program at sites statewide until July 15. All VITA volunteers are IRS-certified and can be trusted not to charge money for their services.

This tax season, the FTB expects to process 20 million PIT returns, and the IRS expects to process more than 150 million PIT returns.

Horton stresses that taxpayers should file for the tax break brought on by the stimulus and file with confidence.

“My understanding is that Congress is planning to do another $4 trillion stimulus package down the road,” Horton said. “They are considering it depending on how (the first stimulus) works itself out. But then, you must file your tax returns,” he said.

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including providing low-income children with breakfast and lunch, which at times may be the only meal they receive during the day.

The EBONY Foundation has appointed Darryl Anderson of Unique Food Management as the Michigan coalition Chair to coordinate organizations such as Meals on Wheels, Lighthouse, Forgotten Harvest and over dozen food pantries with one common mission – to move over a million tons of food and feed over 650,000 children and seniors weekly during this pandemic. Anderson has over a decade of state and nationwide organizing in food recovery distribution.

National emergencies affect each community differently. For over 75 years the EBONY and JET brand has been at the forefront of championing social justice issues for the Black community. As the quote goes, “When American catches a cold. The Black community catches pneumonia.” Now we have the coronavirus, which has a catastrophic impact on our community, education, economics, and basic health – and EBONY will step up.

“Our families often live in households without food or water at times and now we have this pandemic.

Some families rely routinely on food pantries, even in relatively healthy economic times. Some families have no safety nets. school closures would cut off access to some of their only reliable meals. When resources get tight, people without means tend to get squeezed the hardest,” says a spokesperson from the EBONY Foundation.

“The problem is straightforward: Without school, a lot of our community’s kids often don’t eat. Close to 30 million children use the National School Lunch Program each year.”

Anderson will be coordinating the EBONY Foundation’s pilot initiative of grab & go breakfast and lunch pickups at the schools as well as negotiating with the school district for school bus deliveries to those that are homebound.

Partnering organizations and schools include: Variety Feeds, Micah 6 Sprout, Baldwin Center, Dream Center, All Saints Church, Pontiac Youth Rec, Meet Up and Eat up, Avondale Elementary and Middle School, and the Waterford Schools.

More information or have resources in another state and need our help coordinating please reach out to us. wefeedyou@ebonyjet.org and www.ebonyjet.org.

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION ASK Social Issues In Midst CONGRESSMAN of the Virus Continue CLYBURN EDITORIAL:

the virus, calling it “the Chinese Virus.” We have seen at least one Asian youth attacked and beaten because of the name given to this virus.

By Dr. John E. Warren Publisher

One would think that in the midst of the Coronavirus, and the wave of sickness and death which has come with it, that reasonable people would put aside their differences and realize that we are all God’s children and that we are all being affected either directly or indirectly. It appears that there is evidence to the contrary. We see some Asian Americans coming under attack because of a President who has mis-named

We see gun store owners in non-urban areas insisting that their businesses are essential as sales soar for firearms and ammunition. Those making the purchases are nonethnic minorities, as fear replaces compassion in the midst of this crisis. The issue should not be guns and bullets, but how we can help one another.

Here in San Diego we are still having some reports of Police Profiling.

Just recently in the Skyline community, two African American males were stopped; initially accused of driving a stolen car, which it was not. Then, the passenger in the car was fingerprinted under the excuse that he looked

like a runaway. Additional units were called, numbering up to 10 officers and eventually these young men were released. We need the police to know that in the midst of this crisis, we are still watching them as a community.

African American males must not be afraid to drive in the Skyline area or any other parts of this city or county just based on the color of their skin.

The greater issue is the gun and ammunition purchases that are taking place under the erroneous label of “essential service.”

The FBI has reported that hate crimes are up during this time. Let’s focus on those and not join the haters by targeting others just because of the color of their skin.

Covid-19, Census Participation and California’s Black Communities

By Anthony R. Jerry and Bergis Jules Contributing Writers

The Covid-19 pandemic has already impacted the U.S. Census Bureau’s operations nationwide, and California’s Census efforts are not immune to this disruption. Adjusting our 2020 Census outreach efforts to address these disruptions will be important because Black Californians are already hard to count, and the pandemic is threatening to make this situation even more severe.

According to a Public Policy Institute of California report,1.6 million Californians are at risk of being under counted in the 2020 Census.

This is a real issue especially because 72% of the state’s population belongs to one or more of the hard to count (HTC) groups: renters, undocumented immigrants, Latinos, and African Americans. The state and the Black population need to do everything possible to make sure we are fully counted.

The Census, which started the self-response mailing period on March 12th, is mandated by the Constitution and takes place every ten years. The data produced is used by the federal government to distribute funding to states for various programs and services that support healthcare, education, and infrastructure, and to redraw political districts locally and nationally,

which determines representation in Congress. This is also the first time we will be able to complete the forms online. But the first internet-based Census in U.S. history could also create issues for reaching the hardest to count; those with poor or no broadband access, the elderly, and the housing insecure, who may need person-to-person contact in order to assist and motivate them to complete the form.

Historically, as Black folks, we have been undercounted; and for political reasons, we have oftentimes failed to count ourselves. The Covid-19 pandemic will not change this fact.

For the first time, California residents will have three options (Mail, Phone, Internet) to respond to the Census without having any physical contact with another human being.

What could be better in this time of not so voluntary isolation? According to some accounts this has already allowed for 6.5 million voluntary responses to the Census and the self-response rate is rising every day.

Ironically, with the opportunity created by choice, comes the heavy burden of that choice. These options require us to self-select and choose to participate.

Due to fears around the spread of the Covid-19 virus, many of the normal operations around Census activities have come to a halt, with the Census

Bureau suspending its field operations until at least April 1st. While the virus has disrupted many functions in daily life, the wheels that govern continue to turn, and the business of governing must go on.

And, even as Covid-19 continues to force us into a new-normal, however short-term, the Census is coming.

By Dr. Margaret Fortune President and CEO, of Fortune School

It’s a fast moving Democratic presidential primary. As of the writing of this piece, it’s a twoman race — Biden and Sanders.

Elizabeth Warren dropped out after spending time in retreat at her Massachusetts home where she placed a disappointing third on Super Tuesday.

The Democrats are consolidating around a front runner with Buttigieg, Klobuchar, Bloomberg, Booker and Harris pledging fealty to Biden while Sanders is being asked by MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow to explain why Black voters are not enlisting in his revolution when he’s had since 2016 to broaden his tent. She wanted to know if he’d courted Congressman Jim Clyburn’s support in South Carolina.

Suspending person-to-person efforts will undoubtedly impact the accurate count of our communities’ housing insecure and homeless, those with non-conventional addresses, immigrants, and college student populations. California’s Black communities will be at an even higher risk of being under-represented in this year’s Census. In a year when self-selection has become the preferred method for counting the country’s diverse populations, what might our Black communities risk by sitting this one out?

Anthony R. Jerry is an Assistant Professor of Anthropology at the University of California, Riverside. Bergis Jules is the Owner of Second Space Consulting

Yet, when asked, Sanders made it clear to Maddow that he had not sought Clyburn’s support. “I know Jim very well . . . he’s a very nice guy, but his politics are not are not my politics.”

Sanders’ response is remarkably telling. It acknowledges at once that the Black electorate has substantive policy and ideological differences with Sanders, they are not buying his democratic socialist revolution, and the candidate won’t put in the effort to showup and listen to the nuanced perspectives of Black voters, even See CLYBURN page 15

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Panic buying adds additional stress in COVID-19 pandemic You don’t need a year’s supply of toilet paper

In what ways are the vulnerable populations, those hardest to count (HTC) in our communities, going to be represented and accounted for in this year’s Census?

How might we counter the potential for us to slip even deeper through the cracks?

Clyburn is a revered figure in South Carolina politics and the House Majority Whip who resurrected Joe Biden’s faltering campaign with his endorsement.

Congressman Clyburn, the king maker, united the Black vote in a surge that swept the American south and signaled Super Tuesday voters across the country to rally around Biden as their front runner. Historians and political pundits are calling it one of the most significant turn of events in American politics — ever.

America not alone in frenzy

By Merdies Hayes Our Weekly News

Panic buying has been rife around the globe in wake of the coronavirus pandemic. Customers have been stockpiling goods like hand sanitizer, bottled water, canned goods, paper towels and toilet paper.

The trend has seen stores in some nations ration products. The U.K. is limiting sales of hand hygiene products. Australians have seen restrictions on paper goods.

Americans now have to wake before dawn to purchase cases of bottled water, which are now limited to two per customer.

America isn’t alone in experiencing empty shelves. Mass demand for rice and noodles in Singapore prompted Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong to assure the public that there was enough to go around. In Auckland, New Zealand, supermarket spending shot up 40 percent in about 72 hours.

Shoppers in Malaysia wanting to pad their “pandemic pantries” have driven an 800-percent increase in weekly hand sanitizer sales. All of these places have confirmed cases of coronavirus.

Psychologists explain this phenomenon as “retail therapy,” defined as when, where and what we buy to better manage our emotional state. Experts suggest that the answer may lie in a fear of the unknown and believing that dramatic events warrant a dramatic response — even though in this case, the best response is See BUYING page 15

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Paul Richard Brown

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PAUL RICHARD BROWN was born on May 15, 1967 in Newport, Rhode Island to Betty Jean Brown and Charles Albert Brown Sr. Paul was raised in San Diego, California and graduated from Samuel F. B. Morse High School in June of 1985. He later attended Southwestern Community College pursuing a degree in education.

During his childhood, Paul was a Boy Scout and played baseball with the Twin Hills Little League. He always had a zest for life and enjoyed social gatherings with friends, singing in the church choir and was a long time member of the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir in San Diego.

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Visitation Service was held Thursday, March 26, 2020 at AndersonRagsdale Mortuary, Memory Chapel; Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery.

PAMELA ANITA GILBERT THOMAS was born on January 1, 1954 in San Diego, California to BeLee and Clara Gilbert. She received her formal education at Stella Mars Academy and Cathedral High School. Pamela was a scholar and graduated a year early from San Diego High in 1971. She continued her education at Cal State Long Beach and San Diego State Universities. She graduated and received her degree in Behavioral Health with a concentration in Chemical Dependency. She was a certified Alcohol Recovery Specialist.

After a high school and college courtship, Pamela Gilbert and Dwaine Smith Sr welcomed Porscha Nicole in June 1975.

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BRENDA JEANETTE BRIGHAM was born in Cleveland, Ohio on August 27, 1946 to Fred and Mary Jane Hilliard. Brenda always had a love and interest in education and academia. She graduated In 2017, Opal moved to San Diego where she resided with her youngest from Glenville High School in 1964. Soon after, Brenda enrolled daughter, Lena Swindle. She loved to travel and sing and cook for her at Case Western Reserve University. A few years later Brenda loved ones and friends. Her favorite song was “My Mother Was My ventured west to California where she enrolled in a Master of Best Friend”. Opal loved to care for others and did hair for anyone who needed her services. She would often get the kids from her town and take Business Administration program at National University. It was them to watch movies and feed them at her house. After church everyone there that she would meet the love of her life, Froebel Brigham, Jr. always gathered at her house to eat and fellowship. Peach cobbler, tea cakes, banana pudding were her specialties. She would send fried pies to While attending National University, Brenda set her sights her friends and family. Her famous phrase was “everybody needs to eat.” on Harvard University. She was admitted to the Harvard Graduate School of Education where she graduated in 1978 with a Master Degree of Education. After graduation Brenda After Opal’s children became adults, she relocated to Kansas City, returned to San Diego and married Froebel of whom she MO in 1967, she joined the Westminster Baptist Church. Her voice in enjoyed a loving relationship for the past forty-two years. the choir was only interrupted by becoming the First Lady of Elijah Rock Baptist Church founded by her husband, the late Rev. Willie She dedicated thirty-two years of professional service to the San Diego Smith. She was active in the New Era District Chorus of Kansas Unified School District. She worked at Lincoln High and F.B. Morse City for thirty plus years. Mrs. Allen was a woman of faith, known High School before retiring from the Race & Human Relations and for her willingness to serve and to feed anyone in need. She was Advocacy Department that served all of San Diego City Schools. an amazing “old school” cook and loved far and near as such.

With so much education and experience behind her, Brenda still had one more lifelong academic dream. She wanted to complete her Opal’s first marriage in her youth to James Swindle II of East Texas Doctorate Degree in Educational Leadership with a Christian emphasis. was blessed with five children Lillie Jordan (Charles), James Swindle, She was in fact working on that goal and was just months shy of III, Sylvester Swindle (Margaret), Jennie V. Calvin (the late Raymond completing her online Doctoral Degree before God called her home.

Calvin), and Lena Swindle; and a host of grandchildren, greatgrandchildren and great-great-grandchildren. After the death of Brenda was a woman who loved serving her family and community. She her second husband, Opal’s final marriage was to Johnnie B. Allen was a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., tirelessly serving as where she became step-mom and grandmother to George Perriman, the Chair of the Joe & Marcella Johnson Scholarship Program for many Stephanie Allen, her brother Anthony Allen and their children. years. She was most proud of her heritage and legacy through the Hilliard, Bowens, and Rice lineage that recently celebrated their 87th Opal was the eldest and last surviving sibling of her East Texas consecutive family reunion this past summer in Detroit, Michigan. immediate family. Preceding her in death were parents; Bennie Bethenia (Walker) Shamblin and Henry Loveless; stepfather On March 12, 2020, Brenda departed from earthly time and entered Mose Shamblin; and siblings Roger Shamblin, Amaureen into heavenly eternity. Left to treasure her memory are husband Froebel Shamblin, Mose Shamblin, Jr., Alec Shamblin, Rosa Mae Brigham; brothers Billy, Tommy, and Herb Hilliard; sisters Janice James (Shamblin) Christopher, and Alyce Jean (Shamblin) Teague. of Cleveland, Ohio, and Debrah Hines of Rockhill, South Carolina; along with a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

Pamela later married Vincent “Mailman” Lemons in July 1977 and in March 1981, Tiffany Chanel was born to their union. During the early 1990s, Pamela met Lawrence Thomas Jr. They were united in holy matrimony on July 17, 1993. Pamela proudly mothered Kadeyia Devonn, and nieces Asia Shontay and Alayzgia Shonay. During this time she also embarked on her career path as a recovery specialist at Project Hope Residential Treatment Facility for women and children.

There is a lot to be said about Pamela Anita Thomas. She was passionate about family and loved them dearly. Her grandchildren were her heartbeat and her daily motivation.

Her motto was “Operate In Excellence”, followed by “In His Name”. Because of her genuine love for people, many were drawn to her and considered her as a second mother, grandmother, aunt, confidant and mentor. You always received a text message from her when you needed it the most.

She was preceded in death by her parents Clara and BeLee Gilbert.

On Tuesday, March 3, 2020, God reached out His opened arms and welcomed Pamela Anita Thomas to her eternal home. She leaves to cherish her memory: her husband Lawrence Thomas Jr., children, Porscha Smith-Hopkins, Tiffany Lemons- Taliaferro and Kadeyia Thomas; brother Percy Gilbert Sr , sister, Naomi Mason; grandchildren, Kameelah and Kareemah Hopkins, Christopher and Liah Taliafero, Kiyah and Mekhi Thomas, Dereikus Smith, Liam Moore; two special nieces whom she help raise; Asia Guest and Alayzgia Thomas; god-daughter Eleanor Brandon; god-son, William Locke; god-brother, Michael Andrews and a host of other relatives and many friends. She will truly be missed and her legacy will live on forever.

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OPAL FAY ALLEN was born February 24, 1924 in Bullard, Texas.

Paul worked for the San Diego Unified School District for almost 28 years where he dedicated his career to the Special Education Department.

Paul Richard Brown was called home to be with the Lord on Friday March 13, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents Betty Jean Brown and Charles Albert Brown, Sr. Left to cherish his memory are his two brothers Charles A. Brown, Jr., Curtis A. Brown; sister Colleen E. Brown; nephews Charles K. Brown, Robert W. B. Robinson; niece Janelle H. B. Robinson; uncle Harvey Brown, aunt Gail Brooks, and a host of relatives, church members and friends.

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LOCAL NEWS COVID-19 Glossary Here are terms you need to know regarding COVID-19: shelter in place (shel·ter in place)- To seek safety within the building one already occupies, rather than to evacuate the area or seek a community emergency shelter stay-at-home (stay at home) -Recommended from leaving home for anything other than essential activities to limit people’s contact with each other in order to slow the spread of the disease epicenter (e·pic·ent·er) -One of several metropoles like New York, San Francisco and New Orleans, where COVID-19, is being contracted at a significantly high rate of infection flattening the curve (flat·ten·ing the cure) -Efforts practiced by the general public in order to slow the number of new cases so that hospitals aren’t overwhelmed at any one time social distancing (soc·ial dist·anc·ing)- To stay away from people and the microbial residue that people might have accidentally left behind to prevent hospitals from becoming overwhelmed with sick individuals CARES Act (cares act)- Wednesday, March 26, the Senate passed the “Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act” a $2.2 trillion stimulus package designed to maintain the US economy, which has been affected due to the coronavirus outbreak This article originally appeared in The Atlanta Voice

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DA Reminds Public of

Resources for Domestic Violence Victims

Victims in Close Quarters with Abusers at Risk for Harm Amid COVID-19 Response Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

With Governor Gavin Newsom’s Coronavirus-2019 stay-at-home order affecting everyone, couples and families living in close quarters may be at risk of domestic violence.

shouldn’t suffer in silence.”

The DA’s off ice has set up a new domestic violence resource website, PreventDV1. org, with free local services, and an anonymous quiz to help In response, District Attorney individuals determine their Summer Stephan is reminding risk for domestic violence. the public of resources available to victims of domestic violence. To help stop the cycle of abuse, there is also a website “We acknowledge the necessity available for domestic violence of Governor Newsom’s order, offenders at PreventDV2.org. but want to be sure we provide Both sites were developed a lifeline to those who may with a Department of be at increased risk of violence Justice Domestic Violence at the hands of an intimate Smart Prosecution Grant. In partner,” DA Summer Stephan addition, domestic violence said. “Additional stressors such hotlines, resource centers as losing a job and kids at and temporary restraining home due to school closures orders are still available can be triggers for domestic during the temporary court violence. We want people who closure. Shelters funded by are seeing warning signs of Cal OES are essential services abuse or who are being abused and are still operating. to know that we stand ready Services for victims of sexual to help them and that they assault, human trafficking,

elder abuse, child abuse and · Forcing you to do drugs or alcohol fraud are also available.

Red flags for abuse: · Controlling and jealous behaviors · Threats to harm you, your children or pet · Destruction of property · Put downs or telling you that nothing you do is right · Forced sex · Withholding access to money or medical care

· Threatening to have you deported If you or someone you know is in danger, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233.

Contact thehotline.org for chat services or text LOVEIS to 22522. Information is also available on the DA’s website at https://www.sdcda.org/ helping/domestic-violence. html. Anyone in immediate danger should call 911.

· Shaming or embarrassing you · Saying if you get coronavirus symptoms you will get kicked out

Local COVID-19 Resources and Information What Public Services Are Still Open?

Please keep in mind this list only Permits applies to the City of San DIego. If you live in other cities or communities in -Development Services ONLY online San Diego County, please check on services are available. your local resources.

-Alarm permits Public Safety -Parking permits -Police services -Special Event permits -Fire-Rescue services -Lifeguard Services Trash Collection

Libraries

ONLY online services are -Curbside trash, recyclables, and yard available (https://www.sandiego. waste collections are on schedule. gov/public-library/elibrary) -Miramar Landfill and Recycling Other City Services Center ONLY with deferred payment account -Emergency Services / 9-1-1 Water

-Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-888-385-4657.

City Water is operational & the City has suspended water shutoffs. -Office of the City Clerk Utilities bills will not be charged interest fees for late or nonpayment.

-accepting all Summons, For questions, concerns, or water Subpoenas, Notice of Intent, meter issues, contact Customer etc. VIA MAIL ONLY (mailing Support at https://www.sandiego. address: 202 C Street MS 2A, San gov/customercare Diego, CA 92101).

City Payments ONLY online payment services are available. Go to the “Get It Done” feature at https://www.sandiego.gov/.

Parking

-FPPC required Filings may be submitted via electronic submission using the Netfile system (https://ssl.netfile.com/ static/agency/csd/) or via mail.

-Appeals (Process 4 and 5) may be submitted via e-mail at cityclerk@ sandiego.gov or via mail.

Parking is generally open. The City is limiting parking enforcement and citations to Sunday enforcement -Street sweeping is operating at regulations. reduced capacity.

Medi-Cal, CalWORKS, CalFresh and General Relief Benefits Continue

Payments will continue uninterrupted for current customers through April, May and June. Certain paperwork is deferred until further notice. Family Resource Center lobbies are temporarily closed to the public due to the federally declared emergency until further notice.

Get medical, food and cash assistance now by visiting www.mybenefitscalwin. org or contact the county by phone at 1-866-262-9881. Best to time call: off peak hours before 11am and after 3pm.

MTS Continues Regular Bus and Trolley Service Through April 12 Normal weekday and weekend services will continue. Social distancing efforts include increased daily intervals for vehicle cleanings and deep cleanings, handwashing stations at all Trolley stops, posted and electronic personal hygiene and social distancing messaging, and more.

30-day Compass Card pass holders: be mindful of your auto-renewals dates!

Visit the Compass webpage or call 619595-5636 or 511 for assistance.

San Diego Workforce Partnership Webinars San Diego Webinars

Workforce

Partnership

Parking rules are enforced for the following:

Webinars for Workers Experiencing Work Stoppages, Layoffs or Furloughs every Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 10 a.m. covering topics like:

-Red zones

-How to file for unemployment insurance

-White zones

-How to get re-employed as soon as possible

-Blue zones *** Parking rules on Port property may vary, so please read signage ***

-Options regarding retirement assets and health insurance Visit https://workforce.org/covid-19/ for more information

Confirmed School Closure Food Services Distribution Sites As of March 31, confirmed SDCOE food distribution sites for SDUSD students during school closures include: Chollas Mead Elementary - 4525 Market St, San Diego, CA 92102 Clark Middle - 4388 Thorn St, San Diego, CA 92105 Cherokee Point Elementary - 3735 38th St, San Diego, CA 92105 Sherman Elementary - 301 22nd St, San Diego, CA 92102 Zamorano Elementary - 2655 Casey St, San Diego, CA 92139 Kearny High - 1954 Komet Way, San Diego, CA 92111 O’Farrell Charter - 6130 Skyline Dr, San Diego, CA 92114 Walker Elementary - 9245 Hillery Dr., San Diego, CA 92126 Farb Middle - 4880 La Cuenta Dr, San Diego, CA 92124 Porter Elementary North - 445 S 47th St, San Diego, CA 92113 Horton Elementary - 5050 Guymon St, San Diego CA 92102 Ibarra Elementary - 4877 Orange Ave, San Diego, CA 92115 Perkins K-8 - 1770 Main St, San Diego, CA 92113 Sites Added as of April 1: Garfield Elementary - 4487 Oregon St, San Diego, CA 921102 Oak Park Elementary - 2606 54th St, San Diego, CA 92105 Cesar Chavez Elementary - 1404 S 40th St, San Diego, CA 92113 Weekdays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Children 18 years and younger must be present and can take one lunch and one breakfast for the next day.

Quickly confirm location and services for La MesaSpring Valley, Sweetwater, National City, Chula Vista and other districts at www.sdcoe.net or The California Department of Education’s “CA Meals for Kids” mobile app or the CDE website at www.cde.ca.gov. Feeding San Diego is another resource for families facing hunger. Visit feedingsandiego.org/coronavirus.

SOURCES: SDOCE, Sandiego.gov, MTS, San Diego Workforce Partnership

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Rhythm’s Chicken & Waffles

Handling the Covid-19 Crisis

Photos by Christopher LeFall

By Christopher LeFall and Staff Writer

Isaac Limon, 23, a muti-media journalism student at San Diego City College, is one of the individuals that is directly affected by the closure of educational institutions.

Although classes have transitioned to online, “being at home makes it difficult to create the space to complete projects,” said Limon. He’s also a part of the news programs, City Times and Newscene, located on City’s campus.

Photos by Brian Goodin

By Brian Goodin Contributing Writer

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On Wednesday, March 11, 2020, the World Health Organization declared the COVID-19 (coronavirus) outbreak a global pandemic. By Friday, March 13, 2020, President Trump declared a national emergency and by March 19, Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive stay-at-home order for all Californians. Covid-19 has contributed to panic across the globe. Here in San Diego, some local residents are handling the crisis with strength and wisdom.

Keeps the Taste Buds Dancing

Owner of Louisianna Purchase Quinnton Austin

Line cook at Louisianna Purchase

Austin says “Not only does it affect business, but it also affects employees because we’re not able to run as a full-scale restaurant.”

“City Times is a hyperlocal organization.

News has to be campus related or linked to campus. With the campus being closed, it makes reporting more difficult and we also are losing more resources,” Limon said.

Small business owners like Austin don’t have the capital like larger food chains to tolerate the impact of a global crisis. “For all the restaurants and residents involved, stay in high spirits. And every penny you collect, make sure it goes to a good cause,” said Austin.

Restaurants have been shut down as far as customer dining. However, there may be curbside pick up and delivery. Quinnton Austin, the owner of the local restaurant, The Louisiana Purchase, and a native of Louisiana, New Orleans, is no stranger to adjusting to state emergencies.

The coronavirus outbreak has shut down restaurants and businesses for months. Libraries, public schools, and other educational institutions have closed, some for the remainder of the school semester. Despite all, there are those in the community who are remaining strong.

The flavor of success for young Brian Foxworth is located at 1136 Garnet Ave in Pacific Beach. He calls his new restaurant of eleven months, Rhythm’s Chicken & Waffles. It’s a name derived from the musically orientated club DJ, Dr. Brian Foxworth Sr., his father. The beat of this very soulful eatery is also tied to the late Revered Foxworth of Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church here in San Diego. Young Brian is his grandson.

The restaurant, in the heart of PB, is a delectable detour from the typical taco shops, pizza joints, and fast food places in the area.

This small storefront takeout restaurant is armed with more than enough mouth-watering treats to keep you coming back again and again. One of Rhythm’s fan favorites is the Original Chicken & Waffle Sandwich which consists of tender chicken breast dipped in syrup between a Belgian waffle, topped with bacon, cheese, and a side syrup. However, Like anything worth having, success didn’t come overnight for the 32-year-old man who is a product of southeast San Diego. He is an alumnus of San Diego High School. As a student he was instrumental in having an outside restaurant bring in fried chicken as an alternative to the campus lunch menu. Just the same, for the last two years he has been rolling in and around Pacific Beach with his food truck to many different locations, building a customer base that would support

DO I NEED TO GET TESTED FOR ARE YOU EXPERIENCING: FEVER AND COUGHING OR SHORTNESS OF BREATH?

If you have mild symptoms.

If you’re 65 years or older, or are immunocompromised, and have underlying medical conditions, then CALL your healthcare provider.*

Healthcare provider advises you to come in.

Much of their business is not only from PB locals but from many wonderful people in the southeast community who make the short trip across town for the exceptionally delicious food. In this perilous time, we still need to eat, so when you’re keeping in step with your appetite Rhythm’s Chicken & Waffles is a great choice. They are open daily.

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symptoms and advises home isolation.

* If you do not have a healthcare provider, please call the customer service line for your health insurance. If you do not have health insurance, call 2-1-1.

Every Batman has a Robin and, in this case, Brian Foxworth has the irreplaceable Collette Foxworth, his mother. While he divides his time between his other job as a cardiologist technician she keeps the ship afloat and the small crew of employees feeding their clientele.

Specimen is collected via swab and sent to lab to be tested.

Healthcare provider

Stay at home and isolate for 7 days and call healthcare provider if symptoms worsen.

his newfound permanent storefront.

COUGH

SHORTNESS OF BREATH

Healthcare provider should have test results in 5-7 days.

You should self-isolate at home until you receive the results of your test.

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How One Salon Owner Is Weathering the COVID-19 Storm her full focus to Hollywood would be a sustainable plan. Through her set work, she’d still be able to get her union and medical benefits and a steady paycheck. “But then they closed Hollywood down,” she said.

Frustrated but not defeated, Winton returned to her Plan A.

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backup. It’s not as much money as I could be making if I’m in the trenches full time, but it’s steady money.”

Winton, who’s been in the industry for over 30 years, says she learned early on the importance of creating multiple streams of income. By turning her salon into a “one-stopshop,” she is able to meet many of her clients’ total body needs. “I’m a full-service salon…I do facials, body treatments, body contouring, skin restoration, along with scalp treatment and hair services,” she said.

When coronavirus began its rapid

spread, Winton started to revisit which of her “streams” she’d focus on to maintain a flow of revenue.

The services that required her to touch the skin would have to stop.

“At first when all of this happened, I was able to get a few people in and do some hair treatments, but if anybody came to me for skin rejuvenation or body treatments, I wasn’t doing them because I’m opening the pores of their skin and it was just too easy to pass on any germs,” she said.

As a unionized celebrity hairstylist in Los Angeles, Winton felt shifting

Back at the salon, Winton focused on her clients and implemented stricter policies, such as minimizing client traffic, seeing about 2-3 people a day. This allowed her to do an extra measure of cleaning before and after each client. “Since I’m a private studio I only see one client at a time anyway, and a lot of my clients know that I’m regulated by the State Board and The Health Department,” which brought many of them comfort.

But as chatter grew in the industry amongst hairstylists and the closures became more prevalent, Winton knew that her turn was rapidly approaching.

The calls streamed in and appointments were being made, but with the growing severity of the pandemic, she made the decision to fully close to the public. She’s still

offering very minimal services that don’t involve client contact, like wig maintenance. Clients simply drop them off at the door and she picks them up.

Though detrimental to most, Winton says the temporary closure has given her time to update her website and start a newsletter. “I’m going to be taking my business online and set it up where I can [interact] with people one at a time and use that time wisely to educate my clients,” she said.

While she’s kept up with her training and gotten extensive education to stay in business, she’s afraid that a lot of hairstylists and salon owners within the community haven’t done the same.

“I think this is going to be a good lesson for those that don’t have a savings account, don’t have disability or medical insurance, don’t have mutual funds or portfolios to fall back on and withdraw from. This is a good time to talk to people about finances and getting things in order. When I was younger, I made so much money and spent so much money but didn’t have things in

order…I had to learn the hard way.”

For cosmetologists that haven’t taken the time to formally establish their businesses and are getting paid “under the table,” Winton believes that their approach will hinder them from accessing funds that could help stabilize their businesses.

“When it comes to the stimulus or SBA loans – [these types of cosmetologists] don’t have anything on paper. If they don’t have anything in place, they’re considered null and void because they don’t have a paper trail.”

Though she holds veteran status in the industry, one thing her clients can rest assured of is that she’s always looking for opportunities to grow.

When asked how she feels business will be after COVID-19, she shared, “I think it will be a good thing for the salons that had to close, because people will be ready. The clients that take their health, wellness, and beauty seriously, they will be ready to go back to the professionals.”

CENSUS 2020 HAS ARRIVED!

By Staff Writer Voice & Viewpoint

Why California’s Participation Counts:

What Californians Need to Know About the 2020 Census:

Participate in the Census

• The Census is a simple, confidential 9 question survey

Let’sand ensure all counted • Californians Questions include:are name, We count! But, low-income residents address, resources sex, race, ethnicity, people of color are notoriously hardso to count. we can put those to good age, and whether you Now more than ever, making sure every Calown or rent the home use here at home! ifornia household participates in the Census is critically important. Be sure to tell your • Californians should selfidentify in regard to race, neighbors. ethnicity and gender The Census is mandated by the U.S. govern-BUILD BETTER ROADS AND SCHOOLS • Make sure you count ment and it determines how billions of dolEVERYONE in your home, lars of federal funding are distributed to each including anyPROGRAMS friends or familyFOR FUND COMMUNITY state every year for education resources, afmembers who are living and CHILDREN ANDofFAMILIES fordable housing programs, nutrition andSENIORS, sleeping there most the time

Key Dates March 12–20

Invitations to the 2020 Census mailed

March 16–24

Reminder mailed

March 26–April 3

Reminder mailed

April 1 April 8–16

health care services, and more.

• The Census Bureau will never ask about your Estimates show that for every person un-CREATE JOBS citizenship status, or for counted, California could lose $1,000 a year sensitive information for 10 years. That’s as much as $10,000 per like your social security person in funds lost over the next decade. number, bank accounts, IMPROVEorHOUSING payments/donations.

The Census also determines the state’s politi• The Census Bureau will cal representation through the number of repnever reach out to you on resentatives in the U.S. Congress and the Calbehalf of a political party ifornia State Legislature. Fill out your Census in mid-March Starting 2020, each information by mail, online, or by phone to• Your responses to the Census will get a letter mail. It are protected by in lawthe and cannot day! Participating in the Census canhousehold help enshared with, or used by, any sure Californians’ voices are heard will in Sacraexplain the be different ways you can other government agencies. mento and Washington, D.C.

Answers cannot be used for fill out the Census.

If you don’t receive a law enforcement purposes, to determine eligibility for to fill it letter, you can still go online or call government benefits or out. Be sure youimmigration include enforcement any person living • For more information in your household, family or not.

and answers to frequently asked questions, please visit californiacensus.org

April 20–27

CENSUS DAY! Second reminder & hard copy Census mailed Final postcards mailed before an in-person follow-up

Three Ways To Complete the Census ONLINE: For the first time, the Census form will be available to complete online in 13 languages.

PHONE: The Census can be completed by phone in 13 languages.

MAIL: Limited addresses will receive paper forms.

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TODAY IN BLACK HISTORY April 2nd

1939-Marvin Gaye born Marvin Pentz Gay Jr. was born in Washington, D.C. He had a troubled relationship with his father, Reverend Marvin Gay Sr., marvin gaye who often beat him. In 1955, Gay Jr. quit school and joined the Air Force. He was honorably discharged a few years later.

In the late 1950s, Gaye joined The Moonglows. In 1960, they relocated to Detroit where they were noticed

by Motown Records’ president Berry Gordy Jr. Gordy signed Gaye to Motown’s subsidiary label, Tamla.

Gaye’s early years at Motown were behind-the-scenes. Finally proving himself in 1962, Motown’s “Prince of Soul” reached 30 on the Hot 100 with “Hitch Hike”. He had a string of successes in the ‘60s and performed duets with other famous singers, such as Diana Ross and Tammi Terrell.

As the ‘70s dawned, Gaye created the album What’s Going On to reflect the times. Berry Gordy refused the album, saying it was too political. Gaye went on strike and Gordy released the hugely successful album in 1971.

Sadly, Gaye was struggling with substance abuse and depression.

In 1982, he left Motown, signed with Columbia Records, and released the album, Midnight Love. The album’s single, “Sexual Healing”, earned Gaye two Grammys. Despite a successful comeback, Gaye was still struggling. He moved back in with his father. On April 1, 1984, Marvin Gay Sr. shot and killed his son.

Three years after his death, in 1987, Gaye was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

1932-Cowboy WIllie “Bill” Picket dies

Willie M. Pickett (a.k.a. Bill Pickett, the Bull Dodger, & The Dusky Demon) was born December 5, 1870 in Travis County, Texas, the second of 13 children. Pickett’s Bill Picket parents were former slaves who’d traveled from South Carolina to Texas in 1854. Pickett became a cowhand at age 10.

In his 20s, he invented the technique of bulldogging or steer wrestling.

Pickett’s method for bulldogging was biting a cow on the lip and then falling backwards. This method lost popularity over time. Bill Pickett practiced his stunt by riding hard and springing from his horse to wrestle the steer to

the ground. Pickett’s performances guaranteed a successful rodeo.

In 1905, Pickett’s skills took him to the Miller brothers’ huge 101 Ranch in Oklahoma. He stayed with the 101 Ranch’s show the rest of his life, making his family’s home on the property and throwing steers for the Millers all over the world, including Canada, South America, and Great Britain.

In 1912 alone, the “Dusky Demon” put on 400 performances. In 1921 he made the first of two Hollywood films, The Bull-Dogger, now lost except for a few, grainy action scenes. He also appeared in the film The Crimson Skull. Hollywood preferred a white West, starting with Pickett’s protege, Tom Mix. Pickett also taught celebrity cowboy Will Rogers.

In his sixties, Pickett was kicked in the head by a horse. He lasted 11 days with a skull fracture, dying on April 2nd, 1932. His legacy continues through the annual Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo.

1918-Charles White borm

Charles White

Charles Wilbert White Jr. was born April 2, 1918 on the south side of Chicago, IL. Although raised in Chicago, he often visited his mother’s family in Mississippi.

These trips would

later influence his art. He completed some high school but did not graduate.

He eventually applied to art school.

Many art schools accepted White, then rescinded after learning his race. He eventually received a full scholarship to the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. In 1938, Charles White began his professional career painting murals for the Works Project Administration during the Great Depression. He went on to teach in New Orleans, where he was briefly married to fellow artist Elizabeth Catlett. His best known work is 1943’s The Contribution of the Negro to American Democracy. He then served in the army in WWII. Charles and his second wife, Frances Barrett, moved to California in 1956. He had several shows in Los Angeles’ Heritage Gallery. From 1965 to 1979, he taught at the Otis Art Institute. He was elected to the National Academy of Design in 1972.

Charles W. White is one of America’s most renowned Social-Realist artists.

He mainly worked in black or sepia & white. He tried to keep his art reasonably priced to keep it accessible.

He saw art as a vehicle for social activism, and his commitment to creating powerful images of AfricanAmericans was unwavering. He died October 3, 1979. His work is held in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and the Smithsonian American Art Museum, among others.

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‘BREAK THE GLASS MOMENT’ WITHOUT MAJOR DEBT RELIEF

By Lisa Lives Global Information Network Multilateral lenders and investors are being asked to pony up a modest stimulus package that would halt the spread of the coronavirus in Africa and keep economies from crashing under the weight of debt-servicing costs.

IMF committee called it a “break the glass moment.” The package is about 5% of the agreed upon stimulus package agreed to this week by U.S. legislators and signed by the President.

Once a borrower from wealthy countries and institutions, Africa is now saddled with crushing debts to China ($143 billion), international debt markets ($55 billion), other banks, commodity traders and the so-called vulture funds.

Muslim religious groups, maintains that instead of paying debt, resources should go to reducing poverty and providing healthcare and education for those most in need.

“African finance ministers are right to call for a moratorium on all interest payments,” wrote Tim Jones of Jubilee UK, a partner group. “In the face of a huge health and economic crisis, halting debt payments is the fastest way to keep money in African An international activist group has countries.” seen it before. Inspired by univerSouth African Finance Minister Tito sal faith traditions, Jubilee USA, a On news that the IMF will cancel Ken Ofori-Atta, chair of a World Bank- Mboweni put a fine point on the mat- coalition of Jewish, Christian and some debt payments for poor coun-

African finance ministers, at a meeting last week, calculated that an injection of $100 billion—including $44 billion in debt-servicing wavers—would put off the likelihood of a recession and protect growth rates from falling further behind—now at 1.8% from 3.2% earlier this month.

“There is a big likelihood of a recession,” said Bartholomew Armah of the U.N. Economic Commission for Africa (Uneca) in a press interview.

“Our previous forecast should be seen as conservative because it was done at a time when the actual number of (corona) cases in Africa was low.”

ter. “To say we are not trembling in our boots about what might be in the coming weeks and months is an understatement.”

tries, Jones wrote: “All poor countries that are being hit by the economic impacts of coronavirus need to benefit from this debt relief, regardless of the extent of the outbreak of the virus within their own country.

“Many countries are already in debt crisis and the economic impact of coronavirus is only going to make that worse. The IMF needs to ensure its loans are not used to bail out previous lenders, but instead help countries restructure debts. Otherwise, people will suffer through austerity and public spending cuts.”

SOUTH AFRICAN POLICE UNLEASH HANDWASHING

WATER CANNONS

DURING VIRUS LOCKDOWN

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AND MORE IN NEW POP SONG BY UGANDAN SINGER

BOBI WINE

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Photo: B. Wine

Despite efforts by President Cyril Ramaphosa to enforce a pandemic lockdown at South Africa’s overcrowded slums without violence, defense forces were reported to be joining police in firing on the community with rubber bullets and water cannons.

Visuals of the heavy-handed treatment were seen in news broadcasts around the continent and on social media. The lockdown was launched with tighter restrictions than in other countries, and included bans on any sales of alcohol and cigarettes and even barred exercises outside the home.

“Our people will be looking to you to give them reassurance, not as a force of might but as a force of kindness,” the President said in a TV broadcast. “They must know that you will be looking after them.”

But in contrast to those gentle words, video images showed a soldier kicking and beating civilians caught after the lockdown. Water cannons and rubber bullets were

fired to disperse people lining up outside food shops— a permitted activity under the lockdown.

Police were accused of tasering and beating a man to death after the man was caught going to buy beer.

Media reports said he was beaten with a hammer.

According to the Financial Times, South Africa’s middle class was mostly able to stockpile supplies days before the lockdown. By contrast, in poorer townships and inner city areas were workers were recently paid, lines were longer.

Meanwhile, as the countr y’s positive cases jumped to 1,326 — t he highest on the continent — President Ramaphosa announced the government will soon launch a 10 000-strong medical project to screen people for the virus. Three people have died so far from the coronavirus.

Other lockdowns around the continent include: Zimbabwe, starting a three-week lockdown on Monday, Lesotho will go on a 25-day lock-

down. Ghana has announced a twoweek lockdown Accra and Kumasi starting Monday. Residents will only be allowed to go out to buy food, water and medicines and to use public toilets.

The Democratic Republic of Congo’s sprawling capital, Kinshasa, was meant to go into lockdown for four days, the measure was delayed after the announcement caused a spike in the price of basic goods and worries about unrest.

And in neighboring CongoBrazzaville, President Denis Sassou Nguesso declared a health emergency and announced a 30 day lockdown in the country, combined with a night curfew, from Tuesday.

In the Sahel, Burkina Faso, the capital Ouagadougou, will be quarantined for two weeks from Friday and in Mali, the government has imposed some anti-coronavirus measures, including a night-time curfew, but said a long-delayed parliamentary election would go ahead on Sunday.

Ugandan pop star and opposition ons and invested heavily in curtailing leader Bobi Wine, who describes the voices of the people.” himself “a singer, an activist and a member of parliament” is known for As the coronavirus spreads across his “must plays” – and his latest tune Africa, he said, “this is the time for “Corona Virus Alert!,” is definitely them [the continent’s leaders] to remember that a functional healthone of them. care system is not only a benefit for The lyrics remind listeners to wash the poor but also the rich, because their hands to stop the spread of the right now, as we stand, they cannot new coronavirus. But there’s another travel abroad for medical care. They message – namely that time has have to face the same ailing medicome for Africa’s leaders to put more cal care to deal with them. And this resources into building health care should be a message to them.” systems that serve both the rich and the poor.

In his new song, “Corona Virus Alert,” Wine and collaborator Nubian “I hope that this song communicates Li highlight prevention measures to the people of the world that we against the virus, which now has have the ability to play a fundamen- been reported in at least 46 of Africa’s tal role in stopping the spread of this 54 countries. virus,” he says on a BBC video.

Wine’s real name is Kyagulanyi Wine and collaborator Nubian Li Ssentamu. His criticism of Uganda’s highlight prevention measures government has made him a leader against the virus, which now has of those opposing longtime President been reported in at least 46 of Africa’s Yoweri Museveni, who has ruled the 54 countries.

East African country since 1986.

Museveni is expected to seek reelec“For a long time we have been calling tion next year and Wine says he will out the government of Uganda, like challenge the president. many governments on the African continent that have neglected the His video can be heard on YouTube healthcare systems,” said Wine. under the song title: Corona Virus “They have invested heavily in weap- Alert!

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Things to Do During the Covid-19 Crisis

By Nsenga K. Burton, Ph.D.

NNPA Newswire Culture and Entertainment Editor

Covid-19, Coronavirus or “Rona” as some are calling it has changed the way society typically functions. Some cities have imposed mandatory quarantines while others are encouraging self-control and self-quarantining. Many are complying with official requests for social distancing and eliminating contact with those outside of the household.

Folks are trying to manage how to teach their children at home and fulfill employment obligations while not losing their minds during this new norma l marked by disappointments like canceled proms and graduations, rogue relatives refusing to follow the rules and constant news

coverage of those who are sick and have passed away.

Despite these challenges there is a silver lining. Just when you were lamenting over failing to follow through on giving up social media for Lent, lots of people are coming together on social media to offer wonderful activities for those at home. Check out a few below: Free Celebrity Performances on Instagram: Celebrities are of fering outstanding free programming.

John Legend was joined by model and partner Chrissy Teigen for a CONVID-19 benefit concert from his

living room that played on Instagram. If you didn’t catch John Legend, musical acts as diverse as Luke Bryan, JoJo, Miley Cyrus, D-Nice and Common are offering online concerts via Instagram. All you need is an Instagram account to watch and you’re good to go.

If those folks don’t do it for you, then check out NPR’s Tiny Desk Concerts series, intimate video performances, recorded live at the desk of “All Songs Considered,” host Bob Boilen. Rising rap star Chika’s performance just dropped and shows her skills and playful side. Other popular performances include The Roots featuring trombonist

Not to worry, if you missed it, she’s offering the dance class every Wednesday at 1 p.m.

PST during the COVID-19 crisis. How much would it normally cost to take a dance class from Debbie Allen? Who knows but now you can dance with Allen for free and in the comfort of your home. Allen is also offering a kids class Saturday on Instagram at 11 a.m. PST so set your reminder! and director offered up a free dance class this past Wednesday to lift the spirits of those feeling isolated during the crisis. Thousands checked Speaking of Instagram, can in and had a blast based on the you say Debbie Allen? The comments. iconic dancer, choreographer Jeff Bradshaw and Bilal, Rev. Sekou and The Seal Breakers, Lizzo, Christian Scott aTunde Adjuah and Omara Portuondo.

Things for the Kids If the Debbie Allen kids dance class is not for you, then check out some of the following things your kids might enjoy.

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Getting Past the Coronavirus Crisis Without Losing Your Mental Health

By Jocelyn Wiener CalMatters

Superintendent Cindy Marten acknowledged that much of the planned technological components intended for the remainder of the academic year are still under development. Marten joined Superintendent Beutner from Los Angeles Unified March 24 to call for additional state support “consistent with the size of the challenge ahead, because school systems cannot adequately plan, with one hand tied behind our backs,” they said.

For many of the district’s low income and homeless students, in Southeast and elsewhere, that fact alone may put them at a significant disadvantage.

Many at-risk students are without wifi access at home.

NAACP San Diego Branch President, Francine Maxwell expressed concerns about the district’s ability to meet their specific needs.

Maxwell called for the Superintendent to “invite our parents to her meetings, [and] have us give her input on our reality. She continues to exclude her most needy clients.”

Maxwell also expressed concerns about adequate district food distribution sites. “There are not enough schools opened to distribute food in the Southeastern San Diego areas.

The NAACP calls for the San Diego Unified School District to open more sites for our parents and community members during this critical

time.”

San Diego Unified will return to instruction next month to guarantee students an opportunity to successfully complete the current academic year, even as physical school facilities will remain closed until public health officials determine it is safe to return to classrooms.

A formal return to grading and instruction -- but not a return to the physical school environment -- is scheduled for April 27 for the 90 percent of all district students who attend schools on a traditional academic calendar. For the 10 percent of students in yearround schools, a full return to graded instruction will occur on May 11.

“Even as our nation faces a health crisis, we can see the size of the education challenge ahead of us,” said Board President John Lee Evans on March 24.

President Evans stressed the importance of academic continuity for all students, especially graduating seniors and their families. The district schedule outlined gives the Class of 2020 the much needed graduation assurance.

The district’s plan envisions a gradual return to academic instruction in several phases.

Currently, the school district is providing online enrichment activities via the district

are able to participate, and will identify those students who are unable to take part.

Work done during this time will not be graded for credit, but will contribute towards Following the end of spring students’ academic progress. break, on April 6, teachers will begin training for the move to online instruction, will work remotely with students who website and a partnership with public broadcasting. The public broadcasting offerings were shared in this paper a few weeks ago.

EDUCATION ARTICLE CONTINUATION SDUSD:

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Superintendent Cindy Marten acknowledged that much of the planned technological components intended for the remainder of the academic year are still under development. Marten joined Superintendent Beutner from Los Angeles Unified March 24 to call for additional state support “consistent with the size of the challenge ahead, because school systems cannot adequately plan, with one hand tied behind our backs,” they said.

For many of the district’s low income and homeless students,

in Southeast and elsewhere, that fact alone may put them at a significant disadvantage.

Many at-risk students are without wifi access at home.

NAACP San Diego Branch President, Francine Maxwell expressed concerns about the district’s ability to meet their specific needs.

Ma xwell called for the Superintendent to “invite our parents to her meetings, [and] have us give her input on our reality. She continues to exclude her most needy clients.”

Maxwell also expressed concerns

until public health officials determine it is safe to return to classrooms. A formal return to grading and instruction -- but not a return to the physical school environment -- is scheduled for April 27 for the 90 percent of all district students who attend schools on a traditional academic calendar. For the 10 percent of students in year-round San Diego Unified will return schools, a full return to graded to instruction next month instruction will occur on May to guarantee students an 11. opportunity to successfully complete the current academic “Even as our nation faces a year, even as physical school health crisis, we can see the facilities will remain closed size of the education challenge about adequate district food distribution sites. “There are not enough schools opened to distribute food in the Sout heastern Sa n Diego areas. The NAACP calls for the San Diego Unified School District to open more sites for our parents and community members during this critical time.”

ahead of us,” said Board website and a partnership President John Lee Evans on with public broadcasting. The public broadcasting offerings March 24. were shared in this paper a few President Evans stressed weeks ago. the importance of academic continuity for all students, Following the end of spring especially graduating seniors break, on April 6, teachers will and their families. The district begin training for the move to schedule outlined gives the online instruction, will work Class of 2020 the much needed remotely with students who are able to participate, and graduation assurance. will identify those students The district’s plan envisions who are unable to take part. a gradual return to academic Work done during this time instruction in several phases. will not be graded for credit, Currently, the school district is but will contribute towards providing online enrichment students’ academic progress. activities via the district

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7 Remote Working Tips for Beginners Excerpts courtesy of RemoteYear If you’re jumping into remote work for the first time, you may be wondering exactly how you can stay productive and live up to your employer’s expectations as the nation rides out the current COVID-19 crisis.

Here is a list of tips and tricks for remote work beginners.

1. Over Communicate

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When it comes to remote work, communication is key. Since you’re no longer a few desks down from your coworkers or your manager, it’s your job to schedule 1:1 check-in meetings with them on a weekly— or even a daily— b asis. When you’re not in the office, it can be difficult for your manager to keep your work topof-mind, so don’t be afraid to regularly check-in on your own. For maximum productivity, strive to have video calls versus phone calls with your manager or colleagues whenever you can.‍

2. G et a Reliable WiFi Connection Access to consistent WiFi is important. If you need assistance, free or low-cost wifi may be available within your city or county during the COVID-19 health emergency.

After inquiries from the FCC, Cox Communications, Comcast and AT&T all are now offering free or low cost internet access, and, in some

tive in the morning or in the evening? Do you need small breaks throughout the day or a longer one at midday? Does your employer have a schedule you need to follow? Be sure to instances, lowering or waivget all the facts and undering late fees. Be sure to check stand your work rhythms. with your local internet provider. Whether your work-athome scenario is temporary, ‍5. A ssess your childcare or you’re starting a new side resources hustle, consider what tools and tech you’ll need to do Managing interruptions from your job well. Be sure to ask children and spouses is a real your employer for assistance.‍ issue in this time of distance learning and stay-at-home orders. As best you can, try ‍3. C onsider your workspace to plan activities that don’t require as much supervision, Set yourself up for success in at least for specific blocks a place where you can focus of time so you can get your on the tasks at hand. Create work done. Schedule homea designated spot for work at work assignments during home, do your best to ensure your work time, assign eduthat you feel motivated by cational games or movies you your environment and ready can review and discuss at a to tackle whatever comes your later time, or scheduled naps way. You may need to claim or bouncy chair time for todyour space at the kitchen dlers. PBS is a great resource table along with your 10 year- for educational activities. If old whose completing dis- you have a partner or a roomtance-learning activities, but mate or another family memclaim your spot, you must, if ber at home, perhaps take you want to consistently get shifts watching the children. your work done.

And don’t forget to tell your employer that you have kids at home, so they aren’t surprised 4. F igure out your by the occasional interrupworking style tions from background noise At the start of your remote from having kids in the house. work journey, it’s a great idea to figure out the environment that you need to work success- 6. Take time for self-care fully. Are you more produc- When the line between “work”

and “home” starts to blur, you might find yourself stuck to your computer screen for a longer period of time (see next point). While that can sometimes be necessary, give yourself time for yourself. Commit to your fitness routine and make sure that you’re creating blocks in your schedule to eat healthy, nutritious meals so that you can be focused and productive when you need to be.

7. Know when to “log off” This can be one of the most cha l leng ing aspects for remote work beginners, as the world is becoming increasingly connected. Though you may receive emails and chat notifications at any hour, it’s important to develop a habit of setting a time when you officially “log off ” for the night. One positive to these challenging times is that working remotely may give you some f lexibility to work when you are most productive. If you need to keep strict hours and track your time with your employer, be sure to maintain good records and communicate your workfrom-home hours regularly.

Now that you’re working remotely, life will look a little bit different. However, the tips listed above can help you make a smooth and successful transition.‍

COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES AND NONPROFITS Southeastern San Diego COVID-19

Rapid Response Fund Now Available Voice & Viewpoint Newswire In support of nonprofit organizations serving the Southeastern San Diego during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jacobs Family Foundation will provide emergency grants to nonprofit organizations that have deep roots and strong experience supporting these communities. More specif-

ically, 501c3 organizations that are disproportionately affected by this global pandemic and its economic consequences, including those serving food and providing educational services, transportation, senior support, mental health services and other emergency needs.

The Southeastern San Diego

COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund funds are being released on a rolling basis.

For more information, nonprofits can email info@jacobscenter.org or access the application directly at http:// whatsnewinthediamond.com/.

Additional COVID-19 Business Resources

Janet Johnson M.A. MFT, LPCC

City of San Diego Small Business Relief Fund

The San Diego Workforce Partnership

CONNECT ALL @ the Jacobs Center

As of March 27, the City of San Diego’s Small Business Relief Fund is now accepting applications. Funds are first come first served. According to the City’s Economic Development Departments site, funds will provide “grants and forgivable or low- to zero-interest-rate loans to eligible small businesses for working capital.” For the application and a list of FAQs, visit https://www.sandiego.gov/ economic-development/resources/relief

The San Diego Workforce Partnership has a robust COVID-19 resource page.

They may be able to help small businesses, nonprofits and women-owned businesses with other COVID-19 related business supports, particularly for businesses forced to lay off workers. Visit https://workforce.org/covid-19/ or Call (619) 228-2982 for more information.

CONNECT ALL @ the Jacobs Center, Southeastern San Diego’s business accelerator program, offers a helpful “Resources for Our Community” page with tools and tips for current and aspiring business owners. Go to https://www.connectallsd.org/.

SOURCES: Jacobs Center, Sandiego.gov, San Diego Workforce Partnership

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CALIFORNIA county oF san diego nortH county regionaL center 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 37-2020-00005022CU-PT-NC Petitioner or Attorney: DYlAn smith

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Located at: 228 47th St Apt C San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/12/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: David M Johnson Jr. 228 47th St Apt C San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 12, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 12, 2025 03/19, 03/26, 04/02, 04/09 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9006479 Fictitious business name(s): Queen oF cLean inc.

Located at: 10876 Calle Verde Apt. 252 La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/12/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sylvana K. Rios 10876 Calle Verde #252 La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 12, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 12, 2025 03/19, 03/26, 04/02, 04/09 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005814 Fictitious business name(s): kiddie Heavens FaMiLy cHiLdcare

Located at: 4186 Mandarin Terrace San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Married Couple The first day of business was 03/02/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Priscilla Akyaa Karikari 4186 Mandarin Terrace San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego --John Nyame 4186 Mandarin Terrace San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 05, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 05, 2025 03/19, 03/26, 04/02, 04/09 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005974 Fictitious business name(s): LuPus Warriors united

Located at: 10905 Gerana St #D San Diego, CA 92129 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following: Shakita Shonta Jones 10905 Gerana St #D San Diego, CA 92129 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 06, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 06, 2025 03/19, 03/26, 04/02, 04/09 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9006673 Fictitious business name(s): FLyingHeart Productions

Located at: 6 Whitney Irvine, CA 92620 County of Orange The business is conducted by: An Individual

Mandate Project iMPact inc --MPi inc

Located at: 8333 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Ste 200 San Diego, CA 92111-1324 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 12/12/2014 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mandate Project Impact Inc 8333 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., Ste 200 San Diego, CA 92111-1324 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 28, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on February 28, 2025 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005624 Fictitious business name(s): deeP in tHe detaiLs

Located at: 1982 Caminito De La Cruz Chula Vista, CA 91913 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 02/08/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Francis Arra Miciano 1982 Caminito De La Cruz Chula Vista, CA 91913 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 03, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 03, 2025 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005454 Fictitious business name(s): sd auto center

Located at: 4019 Van Dyke San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: Co-Partners Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following: Nayeli Macias-Figueroa 3331 Alvoca St Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego --Luis Arroyo 5634 Potomac St San Diego, CA 92139 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 02, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 02, 2025 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005392 Fictitious business name(s): coLLins BuiLders

Located at: 8017 La Mesa blvd. #A La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following:

Lucky's Hot dogs and coLd drinks

Located at: 1619 Folkstone St Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following: George V. Childs 1619 Folkstone St Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 28, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on February 28, 2025 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9005584 Fictitious business name(s): in coMPLiance consuLting

Located at: 7937 Anders Circle La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was 03/03/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Brian Ravitch FDA Consulting Services LLC 7937 Anders Circle La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on March 03, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on March 03, 2025 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA county oF san diego nortH county 325 S. Melrose Dr. San Diego, CA 92081 37-2020-00011545CU-PT-NC Petitioner or Attorney: AlAn W. Cheung, esq. to aLL interested Persons:

Petitioner YuChung Yuo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: YuChung Yuo PROPOSED NAME: JAson YuChung Yuo 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 21, 2020 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 23 The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose Dr. San Diego, CA 92081 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02 -----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF

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to aLL interested Persons:

Petitioner DYlAn thomAs smith filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: DYlAn thomAs smith PROPOSED NAME: DYlAn thomAs FigueroA 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 14, 2020 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 23 The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 03/12, 03/19, 03/26, 04/02

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Llyod L. Montague Case Number: 37-2020-00013170-PR-PW-CTL

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate or both, of Llyod L. Montague

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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.

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 thefiling 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.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim withthe 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.

Attorney for petitioner: J. Mark McNeill, Esq. 11848 Bernardo Plaza Court, Ste. 210 San Diego, CA 92128 858-613-2970 03/26, 04/02, 04/09

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A Petition for Probate has been filed by Anita L. Hissem in the Superior Court of California County of San Diego The Petition for Probate requests that Anita L. Hissem 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: on June 3, 2020 at 1:30 p.m. in Department 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union St. San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division If You Object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the

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Many zoos and museums are putting exhibits online during the COVID-19 crisis. The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens is livestreaming several animals and exhibits on their Facebook page. Cosmickids.com offers yoga, programming and lesson plans to teach yoga and mindfulness to children. Although, the Smithsonian Nationa l Museum of African American History and Culture is closed due to coronavirus, they have an app that features highlighted objects from their collection, multimedia and augmented reality and stories exploring their 12 inaugural exhibitions.

If arts and crafts are your thing, Michaels has lots of do-it-yourself projects for children that are easily made with materials around the house. If you’re jonesing for the touch and feel of cotton, then you can order online and pick-up curbside at participating Michaels stores.

adults. Not to fret adults, there’s also Spades Plus (virtual), virtual Chess games, Words with Friends and several online Tonk and Bid Whist sites, so you can get back to making blind bids and running Bostons on folks in no time at all. For parents who have slacked off on watching media with their kids, now is the perfect time to practice media literacy by sitting down and playing video games with your kids so you can see what they’re doing and talk about it in a critically engaged, and fun way.

You may just understand why you should think thrice before allowing your kids to play Grand Theft Auto or World of Warcraft.

series and film genres that you love. Blaxploitation films are often available On Demand for free via your cable provider. Choose your favorite director like Spike Lee, Gina Prince Bythewood, Ryan Coogler, John Singleton or Ava Duvernay and watch their films until your heart is content. You might also like TV shows from the 1970s and 1980s, many of which are also available On Demand.

If you want to Netflix and chill, check out outstanding programming you may not have had an opportunity to watch yet like Raising Dion, Dear White People (season 3), Dolemite Is My Name, Jezebel and Queen Sono. Netf lix’s highly anticipated series Self-Made: Inspired by the Life of Madame C.J. Walker comes out Friday, March 20, 2020.

“Inspired” by the life of Madame C.J. Walker, the first self-made woman millionaire, the series stars Academy award-winner Octavia Butler, Blair Underwood, Tiffany Haddish, Carmen Ejogo, Garrett Morris and Kevin Carroll.

You can also show them some of your favorite video games which parents may discover they like just as much.

Finally, for those who are having anxiety over teaching their younger children academic lessons, check out ABCMouse.com which is offering a free 30-day trial. It’s where learning Now is a wonderful time to breakout and fun meet online. t he board games like Sorr y, Monopoly, Life, Clue, Jenga, Escape Binge-A-Thons Room in a Box and Black Card Revoked, which not only entertain COVID-19 has created the perfect If you’re tired of “Netflix and kids of all ages but also offer fun for opportunity to binge on television chilling,” then check out Lena

Waithe’s new series Twenties, season 2 of Boomerang or Tyler Perry’s show Sistas on BET. For the black foodies out there, watch Kardea Brown make Gullah inspired recipes on Delicious Miss Brown (Food Network) or Caribbean Pot (Black Life TV) featuring the food of Chef Phil La Rosa.

After eating that delicious food, get up and get moving to the plethora of free workout videos available on YouTube. Follow your favorite YouTube fitness stars Jenelle Salazar (@getbodiedbyJ), Lita Lewis (@ followthelita) for workout routines for various fitness levels. You may now have time to finally try Zumba or subscribe to a fitness site like Daily Burn which is offering a 60-day free trial.

Once you collapse on the couch after working out, there are also many web series to watch. Giants follows the lives of three young people chasing their dreams and struggling with various issues of romance, identity and mental health as they come into adulthood. Giants is now an awardwinning television series on Cleo TV.

Pillow Talk makes you think and feel and The Punanny Diaries, which is an oldie but a goodie, makes you chuckle and thank God you are no longer in your twenties.

TV One’s Unsung series always satisfies dropping tea about entertainers you grew up with in the 1990s. Don’t forget to watch HBO’s Watchmen, which will not be coming back for Season 2 as of now, so watch it while you can, or forever hold your peace.

As the kids would say, COVID-19 is gonna COVID-19, so we may as well make the best of our time #AloneTogether. Outside of holidays, when do folks really have this much potential time to spend together?

Keep thoughts of isolation at bay by reconnecting with friends and loved ones and making use of what’s available in real time and online. #QuarantineAndChill and enjoy the time you have with those you love.

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though they are the base of the Democratic Party. Sanders gave himself credit for garnering support among “people of color.” But when pressed to reflect on his results with Black voters in particular, Sanders dug in his heels, prompting Maddow to observe, “Your argument for your electability is flawless,” by which of course she meant, it isn’t.

As a lifelong Democrat and former political appointee in California’s state government, I maintain at least one eye on our political escapes, especially as it pertains to Black education. A part of Joe Biden’s work in this political moment is to not only collect endorsements from his moderate challengers who dropped from the race clearing the field for him, but also to win over their voters. When it comes to Black education, Biden must beware of the path of Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders and remember his Obama roots.

Warren lost me completely when she dawned a red sweater and stood on the picket line with striking union teachers last October in Chicago

against Mayor Lori Lightfoot, the first Black woman and first openly gay leader of the city. Warren’s presence on the picket line may have excited populists progressives, but it signaled to me that she stands in defense of an American public education system that, on one hand, under-educates Black children and on the other demands public charter schools be shut down, forcing Black parents back into failing schools they left for reason. I have a soft spot for teachers and it doesn’t harden if they choose to teach in a charter school. If I were White, I would fit the demographic of a Warren supporter — I’m a Harvard educated woman with an advanced degree and a Democrat living in a blue state. But, I am a Black woman and I founded eight public charter schools in my hometown to prepare Black kids for college because I personally experienced the frustration of having no choice but to attend a bad urban public school. Both Warren and Sanders want to take away federal funding from charter schools.

Sanders said he wants a moratorium on charter schools. My experience

won’t allow me to look past Warren’s and Sanders’ willingness to run down public charter schools (even those founded by Black women to better serve Black students) in order to align with national teachers unions who want to run charter schools out of town on a rail because most are non-union.

President Obama supported education reform because he understood just how underserved Black students are in American schools. It’s a crisis that is accepted as a fact of life by far too many Democratic politicians.

Like former New York Mayor Mike Bloomberg, President Obama supported chartering new schools to offer parents educational options within the public school system that are held accountable for results.

The Obama-Biden Administration expanded public charter schools with the support of federal funding and policy. Sure Obama had the endorsement of teachers unions, but he also held them accountable. Joe Biden should do the same.

charter schools. California has the largest number of charter schools in the country — all are non-profit, held to higher standards of fiscal and academic transparency and accountability than district-run public schools and are authorized by elected public school boards. Black students are represented at higher proportions in charter schools than in district-run schools in the Golden State. This is true because Black parents are choosing public charter schools for their children.

Like most Blacks, these parents belong to the Democratic Party. Joe Biden should do better than Bernie Sanders and consider the nuance of the situation when it comes to the relationship of Black families to the public schools. Black people are practical. Our children simply have not been well served by traditional public schools and we can’t wait for the system to right itself. Joe Biden should use this moment to broker a peace between teachers unions and charter schools by acknowledging both as a permanent part of the In California, more than 600,000 education landscape and welcome school children attend public all Democrats under the tent to beat

Donald Trump.

Now is a time to build coalitions and leave the progressive purity tests in the rear view mirror. In addition to his endorsement, Congressman Clyburn has been a source of practical campaign advice. It is well worth returning to Clyburn’s well of wisdom. If Joe needs help on how to broker the peace in the education wars, ask Congressman Clyburn.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Dr. Margaret Fortune is the President/CEO of Fortune School, a network of K-12 public charter schools in Sacramento, California she founded to close the African American achievement gap in her hometown. Dr. Fortune has been an education adviser to two California Governors. She is secretary-treasurer of California State National Action Network, a national civil rights organization. .

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something as mundane as washing says it’s under control. With the virus present in all 50 states, and daily life your hands for 20 seconds. has been altered from coast to coast, In some ways, the trend of panic an unexpected “fear contagion” has buying is a way for people to take taken hold. back control in uncertain times.

Many psychologists have suggested Often in times of uncertainty, that, with panic buying, a level of people can enter a “panic zone” accomplishment is achieved and that makes them irrational and— making a purchase gives people a in rare cases—borderline neurotic. sense that they are “smart shoppers.” In other disaster conditions like an earthquake, tornado or hurricane, Conflicting messages add to people tend to prepare because they know how many supplies they will uncertainty need. It’s hard to do that with a virus In the U.S., people initially received that scientists around the world are conflicting messages from the still learning about.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and President Donald A need for ‘self-affirmation’ Trump. It was no surprise that people were worried when one organization “The need for self-affirmation is says the matter is urgent, and another triggered and that drives us to do

unreasonable things like buying a year’s worth of toilet paper,” Peter Noel Murray, a New Yorkbased member of the American Psychological Association and the Society for Consumer Psychology explained. “It overwhelms the knowledge that we don’t need to be doing that.”

It’s often the only way to maintain a sense of control. But why purchase huge amounts of toilet paper? Dr. Dimitrios Tsivrikos, an expert in consumer and behavioral science at the University College London, says: “Because toilet paper has a longer shelf-life than many food items.

It’s prominently featured in aisles and is big in size. It’s in big colorful packages; the bigger they are, the

In 1962 during the Cuban missile crisis, when nuclear war seemed imminent, American families filled Take precautions, but don’t panic their basements with enough canned “When we stand in front of empty food and bottled water to survive an shelves, people fear that stocks will atomic blast. Then there was Y2K at run out, so they buy far more than the turn of the millennium. they need,” Katharina Wittgens, a psychologist with the behavioral A better plan than panic buying strategy agency Innovation Bubble, would be to be prepared year-round said. “This becomes dangerous as for a possible emergency or crisis. some goods such as soap, medicines Keep everyone else’s needs in mind. and sanitizers become unavailable Stock up on what you and your for those in immediate need.” And family need and no more. Avoid the because it is more obvious when urge to hoard enough supplies to fill the paper goods aisle is empty— a doomsday bunker. compared to smaller items—this can also lead to craze over the item intensifying. .

Americans have witnessed this type of irrational behavior before. more important we think they are.”

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COVID-19 TEMPORARY EVICTION MORATORIUM

Your Eviction Protection Remember: Always reach out to your landlord, via text, email or USPS, to explain your circumstance

City of San Diego COVID-19 Temporary Ban on Evictions

FEDERAL CARES Act Eviction Protection The CARES Act, signed into law Mar. 27, 2020, provides 120 days of eviction relief for tenants in federally-backed housing. You may not be served with an eviction notice until July 25, 2020 and the notice must give you 30 days to leave the property (Aug. 24, 2020).

You are exempt for all late fees, penalties, or other charges for paying your rent late. Note: You are still obligated to pay your rent. The CARES Act merely forbids your landlord from evicting you during that late payment period.

CARES Act Tenant-Based Rental Assistance The CARES Act provides the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with an additional $17.4 billion in funding including monies for rent assistance, housing vouchers, public housing, and housing for the elderly. For help contact HUD Rental Assistance.

CARES Act Indirect Assistance The $2.2 trillion CARES Act legislation also provides financial assistance that can help with housing costs, since how you use the money is not specified.

Expanded Unemployment Benefits Your eligibility for unemployment insurance is expanded if you lose your job due to COVID-19. After your regular state benefits expire you may receive up to an additional 13 weeks of benefits. Unemployment benefits also cover people not normally eligible: independent contractors, part-time employees,or members of the gig economy.

Fannie Mae Disaster Response Network Fannie Mae’s Disaster Response Network has a guide for renters affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Call 877-542-9723 to access the Disaster Response Network and get assistance from a HUD-approved housing advisor.

STATE On March 16, 2020, Gov. Gavin Newsom issued an executive order authorizing local governments to halt evictions for renters and homeowners, slow foreclosures, and protect against utility shutoffs for Californians affected by COVID-19.

COUNTY Tuesday, March 24, 2020, the San Diego County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a temporary eviction moratorium - retroactive to March 4 - for residentials and small business in San Diego’s unincorporated areas affected by COVID-19. Note: County requirements vary slightly from the City’s. Be sure to check with a local renter’s aid organization for the facts.

To help San Diego residents who are experiencing financial hardships due to COVID-19 pandemic, the San Diego City Council on March 25, 2020, adopted a temporary ban on evictions in the City of San Diego related to COVID-19.

This means that landlords cannot take action to evict a tenant for not paying rent that was due on or after March 12, 2020, if the tenant is not able to pay because of the financial effects of COVID-19.

The temporary ban on evictions lasts until May 31, 2020, unless the City Council takes action to extend it.

Two days after the City Council action, California Governor Gavin Newsom on March 27, 2020, also ordered a statewide temporary ban on evictions:

Requirement for Tenants • A tenant must notify their landlord in writing that they are not able to pay their rent in a timely manner because of COVID-19. (Email and text communication are valid forms of written notice.)

• SAMPLE LETTER here: www.sdhc.org/evictionban • This written notice must be provided to the landlord on or before the date the rent is due.

• Within one week of providing this notice to the landlord, the tenant must provide the landlord with documents or objectively verifiable information that the tenant is unable to pay rent because of the financial effects of COVID-19. (Examples of documentation: note or letter from employer regarding tenant’s loss or substantial reduction in employment; payroll records showing substantial loss of income due to COVID-19; bank statements that illustrate a drop in income; or other documentation that proves that tenant has not been generating the same level of income due to COVID-19. A tenant may also show substantial out-of-pocket medical expenses related to COVID-19.)

• If a tenant does not provide the required documents/information within one week, a landlord may pursue an enforcement action that is allowed by state or local laws.

• If a tenant moves while the City of San Diego’s temporary ban on evictions is in effect, all rent owed is due when the tenant moves out, unless the lease says this will be handled differently.

• Tenants who are protected from evictions by the City of San Diego’s Ordinance have up to six months from the date the ordinance is effective (March 25, 2020 – September 25, 2020) or the date Governor Newsom’s executive order is withdrawn, whichever occurs soonest, to pay their landlords all unpaid rent.

Examples of Financial Effects of COVID-19 Financial effects may result because of COVID-19 or any governmental response to COVID-19, including public health orders. These effects may include: • Substantial decrease in household income (residential tenant) or business income (commercial tenant) due to a business closing • Loss of work or hours of work • Substantial out-of-pocket medical expenses

Tenants’ Rights Tenants who have questions about their legal rights or pending eviction actions may call: • Legal Aid Society of San Diego 877-534-2524 • Tenants Legal Center (858) 571-7100 The ordinance adopted by the City Council states that the protections the ordinance provides may be used as an affirmative defense in any unlawful detainer action through which a landlord may try to evict a tenant.

Frequently Asked Questions & Sample Letter • Frequently Asked Questions – English / Spanish • Sample Letter to Landlord – English / Spanish • FOR SAMPLE LETTER, go to: www.sdhc.org/evictionban

Timeline

• March 12, 2020: Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer declares a local state of emergency due to COVID-19.

• March 16, 2020: California Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order that authorized local governments to halt evictions in their jurisdictions for residents affected by COVID-19.

• March 16, 2020: City Council President Georgette Gómez calls for emergency action to temporarily ban evictions related to the financial effects of COVID-19.

• March 17, 2020: Mayor Kevin L. Faulconer and City Council President Georgette Gómez announce plans to take action to temporarily ban evictions.

• March 17, 2020: The City Council passes resolutions ratifying the Mayor’s March 12, 2020, declaration of a local emergency and directing the Mayor to present to the City Council a temporary ban on residential and commercial evictions during the local emergency due to COVID-19.

• March 18, 2020: Effective on this date, SDHC will not evict any residents at the affordable rental housing properties it owns or manages due to nonpayment of rent because of financial effects of COVID-19.

SDHC’s action will remain in effect until the end of the City of San Diego’s temporary ban on evictions related to COVID-19.

• March 25, 2020: The City Council unanimously adopts an ordinance temporarily banning evictions due to nonpayment of rent because of financial affects of COVID-19.

SOURCES: Congress.gov, FannieMae.com, San Diego Housing Commission