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Researchers Say Poverty Isn’t Cause A higher death rate among African Americans also wasn’t correlated to diabetes or smoking.

In this May 24, 2020, file photo, visitors gather on the beach during the Memorial Day weekend in Newport Beach, Calif. California’s mood has gone from optimistic to sour as coronavirus cases and hospitalizations were on the rise heading into the July 4th weekend. Gov. Gavin Newsom has ordered bars and indoor restaurant dining closed in most of the state, many beaches are off limits, and he implored Californians to avoid holiday gatherings with family and friends. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez, File)

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SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) _ Heading into Memorial Day weekend, California’s mood was celebratory. The state had avoided dire predictions of a coronavirus surge, hospitalizations were starting to decline and restaurants and most other businesses had reopened. The mood has soured. Infection rates and hospitalizations are rising fast. Most bars have been ordered closed along with inside dining at restaurants. Many beaches are off-limits or have restrictions to limit crowds. July 4th fireworks shows were canceled and Gov. Gavin Newsom implored residents to avoid the holiday tradition of backyard barbecues and other gatherings of relatives and friends.

In about five weeks, the nation’s most populous state went from success story to cautionary tale. Health experts say no single thing went wrong, but contributing factors included a populace made complacent by a long stretch of positive trends, the rapid reopening of businesses, a confusing patchwork of local rules and enforcement, and Newsom’s late adoption of a mandatory mask rule, on June 18.

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Black Americans are dying from Covid-19 more frequently than white people. But two researchers found it’s not because of obesity or poverty. Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management professor Christopher Knittel and graduate research assistant Bora Ozaltun analyzed daily Covid-19 death rates for a nearly two-month period for counties and states to understand the correlation between Covid-19 deaths and patients’ typical commutes, exposure to pollution, race and other factors.

“On Memorial Day, why did we just unleash the floodgates without a statewide mask order in place? I wish I had an answer to that, and it’s alarming to us,’’ said Stephanie Roberson, government relations director for the California Nurses Association.

If you think about that distinct voice of his, one would never believe that as a child he stuttered or that one of his teachers placed him in a drama activity to help his speech. Obviously it worked. You knew that he was an educator just by talking with him, not because he tried to impress, but it was his speech. But more than that, he was a humanitarian. He truly cared about people. He was a committed and dedicated Christian who served Golden Hill/Christ United Presbyterian Church

While African Americans are dying at higher rates than white people, the researchers found obesity, poverty and smoking weren’t correlated to those deaths. Diabetes was ruled out, too.

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Just before that holiday, about 3,000 people were in the hospital due to the virus; now it’s more than 5,000. Far more people are being tested and in the last two weeks that has helped fuel a nearly 50% jump in confirmed cases to 230,000. But the infection rate also has risen sharply from just over 4% of those tested around Memorial Day to 6% now.

for more than 60 years as an Ordained Elder and Deacon, Sunday School Superintendent, Church Treasurer, and Chairman of the Scholarship Fund and Usher.

A data-driven governor, Newsom earned plaudits for issuing the nation’s first statewide stay-at-home order in mid-March and rapidly moving to shore up the statewide health care system. The first-term Democrat has been loath to admit any mistakes during the pandemic, saying all of his decisions were based on the best information available at the time, always in consultation with public health officials.

He was one of the founders of the Southeast YMCA (now the Jackie Robinson YMCA); the Southeast Community Theatre/ Common Ground Theatre; the Elementary Institute of Science; the Association of African American Educators and the Encanto Planning Commission. He was the Co-founder and nurturer of the San Diego Martin Luther King, Jr. Parade and, for more than 25 years, there was no annual parade that didn’t have his hands on planning and implementation. On at least one occasion, it was raining during the start of the parade. When asked if the parade would go on, Dr. Matthews responded, “It may rain on the parade, but not in the parade.”

“It’s easy to criticize but the response in the state, with exception to a few counties, has been thoughtful, responsible, evidence-based, and where it’s been confusing it’s because it’s confusing,’’ said Dr. Bob Wachter, chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of California-San Francisco. Signs of trouble began to emerge in recent weeks. Newsom resumed the near-daily press conferences he’d abandoned and pleaded with Californians to wear face masks. He pulled back on his mid-June decision to reopen all bars because health experts say they are particularly prone for virus spread. On Wednesday, July 1, he broadened his order and shuttered more bars, wineries, indoor restaurant dining, movie theaters and other indoor entertainment venues for at least three weeks. He also said there should be no more singing at religious services. “We’re in a very precarious situation,” said Anne Rimoin, a professor of epidemiology at the University of California-Los Angeles’s Fielding School of Public Health. She noted that May produced a rapid reopening leading into Memorial Day weekend and then Father’s Day. Many people gathered as they have in the past. “All of these things together gave ample opportunity for this virus to spread, and I think that this just really demonstrates how quickly we can lose all of the gains that we made,” Rimoin said. Newsom and local health officials now are trying to get the public to again understand the gravity of the situation and the personal responsibility needed to reverse the trend. The message resonated with Tyler Bertao, a 26-yearold from San Francisco who said he’s ``extremely scared’’ by California’s rising case numbers. “I think we’re going to have to go into another major lockdown,’’ he said. When Newsom issued the stay-at-home order on

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“Why, for instance, are African Americans more likely to die from the virus than other races? Our study controls for patients’ income, weight, diabetic status, and whether or not they’re smokers,” wrote Knittel in the study. “We must examine other possibilities, such as systemic racism that impacts African Americans’ quality of insurance, hospitals, and healthcare, or other underlying health conditions that are not in the model, and then urge policymakers to look at other ways to solve the problem.” The MIT researchers’ work comes as Covid-19 cases are on the rise in several states and in African American communities. According to data compiled by the COVID Tracking Project and Boston University for the COVID Racial Data tracker, black people represent 13% of the U.S. population but account for 23% of the known deaths from the disease caused by the new coronavirus. More than 26,708 black people have died in the U.S. pandemic, and four of the five counties with the highest death rates from Covid-19 are predominantly black. In counties where black people are the majority, MIT found they’re dying at rates close to 10 times higher than white counties. Other atrisk groups include the elderly and Hispanics, although healthy, young people, have also died from Covid-19. The difference isn’t because of income disparities or that white people have a larger net worth on average than African Americans and therefore access to better care, although Knittel said in an interview that’s where policymakers often look to lay blame. “The reason why African Americans face higher

March 19, the public largely listened and the state fared far better than places such as New York City and New Jersey. Even President Donald Trump, a frequent critic of California, heralded Newsom.

and you wouldn’t,’’ she said. “Our perspective has always been its easier to have one statewide ordinance or mandate that we all follow that we can all enforce.’’

But the one-size-fits-all approach started to face resistance in a massive state with nearly 40 million residents and the world’s fifth-largest economy. By early May, after rolling out a methodical reopening process and under pressure from rural counties with few infections, Newsom began ceding more control to counties to determine which businesses and activities could resume.

Wachter, of the University California-San Francisco, said a monolithic set of rules wouldn’t have been workable in a state as sprawling as California. But he’s been surprised at how quickly California’s fortunes turned, when cases started to climb in midJune. That was right around the time when bars, gyms and other high-risk businesses were cleared to open in most counties, and about two weeks after Memorial Day and widespread protests against police violence.

“Bottom line is: People can go at their own pace, and we are empowering our local health directors and county officials that understand their local communities and conditions,’’ Newsom said May 18. “We’re going to start seeing a lot more activity, let’s just make sure we do it thoughtfully and very, very strategically.’’ But the shift toward local control created a patchwork of rules. Rachel Michelin, president of the California Retailers Association, said her organization that represents grocery chains, big box stores and others, had long requested more consistency. On masks, she pointed to an Orange County shopping complex with stores in two separate cities with different rules on masks, which made it hard for store workers to deal with an annoyed public. “Literally you would go from Macy’s furniture store which is in Irvine, which is where you would have to have your mask on, to Best Buy across the street

Californians may have adopted a false sense of security when the state didn’t experience the horror facing New York City, he said. More than 30,000 people have died in New York; in California, about 6,000. “The virus couldn’t care less what the policy of the state is. The virus cares whether it can get to the back of your nose or the back of your throat,” he said. Going into the July 4th weekend, Newsom said the state would create strike teams to enforce the mask order at businesses. As cases surge, that’s one of the most important things the state can do, Rimoin said. “The mask order of course should have been in place earlier but you also have to be willing to enforce the mask order,” she said.

death rates is not because they have higher rates of uninsured, poverty, diabetes,” said Knittel. “It could be because the quality of their insurance is lower, the quality of their hospitals is lower, or some other systemic reason. Our analysis can hopefully allow policymakers to focus on a narrower set of potential causal links.” Public transit usage is one potential link. The MIT researchers found people who use public transit to commute to work are at a higher risk of dying from Covid-19. People who rely on buses, trains and subways had higher death rates than those who drove to work or telecommuted. Essential workers, many of whom are black and Hispanic, often have no choice but to take public transportation and once at work, aren’t always equipped with proper protections. Paid sick leave isn’t a typical benefit for many hourly jobs, which means many people go to work sick. “Black Americans and Hispanic Americans are more likely to be employed in service sector jobs that may be considered essential,” said Laurie Zephyrin, who oversees the Commonwealth Fund’s efforts to help vulnerable populations. The Commonwealth Fund is a nonprofit foundation focused on improving access to healthcare. While the MIT professors weren’t able to pinpoint one direct cause for the higher death rates, Dr. Georges Benjamin, executive director of the American Public Health Association, pointed to an inability to retreat during the pandemic, a high propensity for chronic diseases among African Americans and poverty as possible causes. He also said misinformation during the early days of the pandemic and a lack of proper testing put black lives at risk. Lackluster testing in the early days of the pandemic hurt the medical community’s ability to find and

He was an exemplary husband and father who was married to Ardelle Matthews for 66 years and was the father of three sons: Mark (who preceded him in death), Brian and Scott. Dr. Dorothy Smith, a fellow educator, church member, friend and coworker said this: “Robert Matthews was a compassionate humanitarian who loved Black people and Black history and who extended his love to all of humankind. He often expressed the hope that all people one day would be able to live in love and brotherhood.” Much will be said about how he was a pioneering education leader in the San Diego Unified School District as a teacher, principal and director. He could tell you how when he came here looking for a job as a teacher, there was segregated housing with great difficulty in finding a place to live. But that didn’t stop him. He became the President of the San Diego Continuing Education Division of the San Diego Community College District. There he led the educational and cultural development of what is now the Educational Cultural Complex. He was the initiator and coordinator of the committee of Black leaders at ECC that made an appeal to President Ronald Reagan and later established the California Commission to Establish a National Holiday honoring Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., which led to the creation of the national King holiday in 1983.

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quarantine people to slow the spread of Covid-19. Even if a community had a testing site, it was often not easily accessible, said Benjamin. Zephyrin said better messaging on social distancing and increased access to healthcare could make a difference, among other measures. “We need to make sure the people who drive our buses, deliver our groceries, and are critical for day to day functions have the protective gear required to keep them safe.” (Edited by Allison Elyse Gualtieri)

Dr. Matthews was famous for his Kansas Chili, which he would cook for Men’s Cookoff at Christ United Presbyterian Church each year. In his illness he still managed to prepare and serve his dish at the Cookoff in March of this year. He has truly been another one of those giants leaving footprints on the sands of time. Arrangements are being handled by the Anderson/ Ragsdale Mortuary which may be contacted for details.

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During COVID-19, Is Prison ‘A Death Sentence’ for Correctional Staff? By Dr. Valda Crowder, M.D. What happens in prison does not stay in prison. The cell blocks and bars give us a false sense of containment. Nothing could be further from the truth. According to the Justice Department, “The average time served by state prisoners released in 2016, from initial admission to initial release, was 2.6 years, and the median time served was 1.3 years.” As a former medical director in a jail, I know that a constant flow exists between a correctional facility and a community. This back and forth includes cultural trends like saggy pants which became fashionable in the 1990’s. It can also include diseases, such as COVID-19 and before that HIV, carried by people in prison and correctional staff. What happens in the correctional setting during a pandemic? Despite reports that the top five largest hotspots are in correctional facilities, it turns out the answer is not enough. Our biggest tool to tackle coronavirus is social distancing. Creating space between people, wearing masks, washing hands and keeping them away from our faces can reduce the spread outside prisons. But inside the barbed wires, lawsuit after lawsuit documents the hurdles correctional facilities face with these tactics from overcrowding to shortages of personnel protective equipment and cleaning products, such as masks and soap. There have been a few high-profile releases, such as former Donald Trump lawyer and “fixer” Michael Cohen and Ray Nagin, former New Orleans Mayor. Many more releases are needed. Too many people at high risk for COVID-19, due to age or underlying medical conditions, and with only months remaining on their sentence remain under lock and key. For almost half of Americans, or 133 million people with a chronic disease, such as cancer, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, arthritis, obesity or oral disease, the coronavirus may be deadly. It is hard to understand why any taxpayer would want to be responsible for expensive COVID-19

medical care of a person who has not been found guilty of a crime and just could not pay 10 percent of bail money. If not for people behind bars, consider the safety of correctional staff, doctors, nurses, guards and their families. On Facebook, head of the sheriff’s deputy union Randall Crawford posted that “Working in Wayne County Jail has now become a death sentence.” His comments followed the deaths due to COVID-19 of the medical director, emergency specialist and jail commander. Among New York City’s 9,680 mostly black and brown officers, 1259 tested positive. These high rates of COVID-19 are reflected in their neighborhoods. The guards have a higher rate of infection than the population at Rikers. And that’s saying something. New York City’s jail is a hotspot within a hotspot. Although the Empire State has the largest number of cases, this should not distract from the dizzying number of infections among people in correctional facilities. As the number of COVID-19 deaths exceeded 100,000, “at least 43,967 people in prison” have the virus. This infected population is larger than the population of Selma, Alabama or Key West, Florida. Five states – Ohio, Tennessee, Michigan, California and New Jersey -- account for most of the infections in correctional settings. Estimates of COVID-19 cases and deaths are undercounts. Some states do not test regularly in prisons. Most have not tested people who do not show symptoms of the disease. If nothing changes, prisons may become an unwitting ally and engine of community spread of the virus. To avoid this outcome, correctional administrators and the courts should strictly follow the CDC’s new guidelines. “Ramping up cleaning and hygiene reminders” are a good start. Limit transfers between prisons. Screen everyone coming into a facility. Practicing social distance in prisons means managing distance in lines and staggering meals among other steps. Know the non-respiratory symptoms of the virus. And the last prevention step is to implement no-contact prison visits. We need to demand full compliance with this guidance and personnel protective equipment for people in prison and correctional staff. We are all in this global pandemic together.

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Racial Issues are Alive and Well in San Diego Unified By Francine Maxwell President, NAACP San Diego Branch

Students from Patrick Henry High School in the San Diego Unified School District are amusing one another by posting pictures in blackface. This, while much of the nation is experiencing a moment of consciousness about the true extent of racial injustice in our society, and taking to the streets in support of their fellow human beings. Clearly, the killing of Mr George Floyd is not what is in the consciousness of San Diego Unified students when it comes to African-Americans; instead, it is the mockery of the minstrel show. Perhaps one of the reasons these

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Cindy Marten, however, continues her crusade to pretend we live in a “post-racial” society and that she runs a “post-racial” school district. Why else would she have abolished the Race, Human Relations and Advocacy Department? Mr Kevin Beiser, you are trustee for all the youth in the district. We ask that you rise to this occasion and show some bold leadership. We ask that you call the Superintendent onto the carpet and hold her accountable. Mr Beiser, this superintendent tried

Also, Mr Beiser, while we note the school’s statement regarding its name, we invite you to consider the words of high school student Mr Dino Jones, when he called for the renaming of his own “Patrick Henry High School”: It’s a direct contradiction to speak out for freedom for some and still own slaves. It is time to change the school’s name; we do not think it appropriate to operate a school named after a man who said “Give me liberty or give me death” but refused to grant liberty to others when it was his to give. That is hypocrisy, not heroism.

For This to Work, Maker Must Play For Howard By Donal Ware Host, From the Press Box to the Press Row

When five-star recruit Makur Maker announced his commitment to Howard University on Twitter around 4 a.m. ET last Friday, picking the Bison over UCLA, Kentucky, Memphis and others, the HBCU world was on fire and the term HBCU – Historically Black Colleges and Universities – was as hot as it’s been. Every outlet from Good Morning America to Fox News was talking about Howard University and HBCU sports. It was the type of news and publicity ideal for HBCUs, something we have been longing for for years, since the days when “five-star athletes” regularly attended HBCUs because Black athletes were not accepted at predominantly white institutions, particularly those in the South. This sounds like the start of a movement, right? A player of this magnitude committing to Howard could mean that other highly regarded high school players may consider committing to HBCUs. It’s something that some of us HBCUers have written about, talked about, and discussed since non-HBCUs began accepting Black athletes en masse.

Maker’s commitment to Howard is also of special significance particularly because the program lost two big-time players in the last three years. James Daniel III, who led Division I in scoring during the 2015-16 season, transferred to Tennessee. R.J. Cole, a former three-star recruit who played for the legendary Bob Hurley Sr. at St. Anthony’s in New Jersey and committed to Howard as a junior, left for UConn after his sophomore year amid the firing of former head coach Kevin Nickelberry who recruited him. He was named MEAC Rookie of the Year as a freshman and MEAC Player of the Year as a sophomore. The commitment by Maker to Howard could be the start of a resurgence for Bison basketball, especially after finishing just 4-29 overall and 1-15 in MEAC play this past season. Will Maker actually ever suit up for the Bison? In February, a special provision was made for the 19-year-old by the NBA despite being two credits short of graduating with his 2019 class. In late April it was reported that Maker would enter the NBA Draft. His guardian, Ed Smith, told Mark Daniels of 247 Sports that, “We are excited about the opportunity, I think that he’s deserving. I think physically where he is, he’s ahead of Thon [Maker] (Maker’s cousin). The knowledge he’s gained from Thon and Matur and his understanding of the NBA game, the concepts, he’s way head of them.” The thing to remember is that he’s committed to Howard but has not signed a National Letter of Intent.

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to sweep this incident under the rug, as she has so often done in the past. This superintendent has shuffled her organization chart nearly 20 times, and never brought much in the way of diversity to the decision-making table. Instead of addressing each new problem, she merely crows that much louder that there are no problems, in hopes of never having to make real change.

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These are two different things. Signing an NLI binds him to Howard. There have been many instances in the past where high-profile players have committed to a school and ultimately signed with another school. Division I schools are currently allowed to sign players to NLI. What HBCU athletics needs are the players that commit to the universities, to sign to play at the universities, and then actually play at the universities. This will generate the much-needed revenue for the universities and could help the universities to perhaps take athletics to another level. In light of Maker’s commitment, it has been a while since I can recall that HBCU sports have been so popular. In the current times we’re living in with all of these social justice movements, players have been talking about playing at HBCUs. If Maker wants to be an influencer, now he needs to sign and play at Howard for this to become a real movement. Maker’s commitment to Howard means nothing unless he actually plays. And if he doesn’t play, other high profile recruits are going to see this and ultimately not commit to HBCUs. Then it becomes more publicity than actual progress for HBCUs. It just takes one and hopefully Maker is the first of many top basketball prospects to play at an HBCU. To read the full commentary visit www.sdvoice.info.

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• Thursday, JuLY 9, 2020

OBITUARIES Levi Keith Jones

Will H. Gaston

SUNRISE

7/13/63

5/23/26

SUNSET

6/21/20

5/28/20

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY Graveside service was held Monday, July 6, 2020 at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Final arrangements were entrusted to Services were held Tuesday, June 16, 2020 at Bethel Baptist Church; interment at Greenwood Mausoleum. Final Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary arrangements were entrusted to Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary LEVI KEITH JONES, affectionately known as “Lil Keith” or “Keith”, graced our presence on July 13,1963. Keith Jones was one of seven children born to Levi Jones and the lovely Jimmie Lee Jones. Keith was raised in sunny San Diego, California; however, his smile was brighter than the sun. He received his formal education in San Diego, where he graduated from Clairemont Mesa High School with the “Class of 1982”, where he excelled on the football field. After graduating high school, Keith spent his days working as a Special Events Traffic Control Specialist with the City of San Diego. During the 1980s, Keith developed a passion for candy flake lowriders and motorcycles. He will forever be remembered for his “98 Leanin” customized license plate. He spent years building bonds with others who shared similar interest and eventually joined The Soul Brothers and later the Phoenix 48

Motorcycle Club. The only thing that would ever top his love for loud engines, was the love he had for his daughter, KeVon and her twins, Keviontay and Kevionna. His commitment to advancing his career and quality of life took him many places including Las Vegas, Nevada, San Antonio & El Paso Texas, and lastly, Phoenix Arizona where he was employed with City of Phoenix, Arizona. His hand was heavy, but his heart was kind, his family was always his first priority. The birth of his grandchildren brought him great joy in life. On Sunday, June 21, 2020 “Big Cat”, as he was called by his friends, gained his wings and joined his family of angels who preceded him in death: his mother Jimmie Lee Jones; brothers Fredrick, Michael-lee, and Jimmy Jones and his grandmother, Maxie Finney.

In 1944, Will enlisted in the United States Navy, where he served with honor and pride during the Korean and Vietnam conflicts. He received his Honorable Discharge in 1966 after twenty-two years of service. While still in the Navy, Will met and fell in love with Robbie Cook in San Diego, California. They wed after a brief courtship. Their union was blessed with six children. After many years of marriage, Robbie was called home to glory on August 29, 2000.

Peggy Ann Mays Miller

After his retirement from the Navy, Will began employment with the Civil Service in the Public Works Department, as well as Del Mar Race Track. In 1978, he retired from Public Works but continued to work at Del Mar several more years.

SUNRISE 4/4/36

SUNSET 6/23/20

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY Services were held Thursday, July 2, 2020 at Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary, Memory Chapel; interment at Greenwood Memorial Park. PEGGY ANN MAYS MILLER was born to Robert Howard Mays and Frankie Baker Mays on April 4, 1936 in Champaign, IL. She was the third of six children: Evelyn, Willie, Peggy, Robert, Elsie and Mary Caroline. Peggy was baptized into the Seventh-day Adventist Church at the age of 7 years old. In 1948, She became church pianist Peggy attended and graduated from Beauty College in Champaign. Her first career was a Hairstylist. In 1953, The family moved to San Diego, CA. Peggy worked in several Salons in San Diego. After standing on her feet for hours, which led to health issues, Peggy decided to retire from cosmetology in mid-1970s. She then went to work at the nonProfit, ARC, until she retired during the late 2000s. In 1955, Peggy met and married James Smith of the United States Navy. They were soon transferred to a base in Houston, TX. After his service in the Navy, he decided to move to Jamaica, NY with his mother. That move did not work out. Peggy returned to San Diego to live with her family.

TRUSTEE CHAIRMAN WILL H. GASTON was born May 23, 1926 in Slocum, Texas, twelve miles southeast of Palestine in Anderson County. He was the fourth of eleven children born to very proud parents, Algia and Eula Gaston. At the age of ten he united with the St. James Missionary Baptist Church and was baptized in a nearby creek. He received his formal education in Texas and graduated from Henry High School. In his early teens, Will temporarily lost his eyesight but fortunately, with his mother’s care it returned within a year. His mother was very protective of him. Bill, as he was called by his family, was very much a “Mama’s Boy”.

In 1958, Peggy met and married Frank Miller. On March 16, 1961, their union was blessed with a beautiful baby girl, Kimette LaVonne affectionately called “Kim”. They later added to their family a son, Cameron. He lived only one day. In 2010, Peggy became more deeply involved with her church and committed to serving God with all of her heart. During her battle with COPD, the prayers and contact from her church family seemed to bolster her spirits. Although the battle was hard, Peggy never gave up. She fought a good fight, finished the race, and she kept the faith. She will be missed by all who knew and loved her. On Tuesday, June 23, 2020. Peggy Ann Mays Miller was called from earthly labor to eternal rest. She leaves to cherish her memory her daughter Kim; three sisters: Evelyn Johnson, Elsie Mays and Carolyn Johnson (Charles); grandsons, Garrett Miller and Garren Cunningham (Ashley), 5 great-grandsons, 7 great-granddaughters; and a host of nieces, nephews, friends, other relatives, and church family.

In 1970, Will united with Bethel Baptist Church under the spiritual guidance of the late Dr. C. H. Hamilton and continued under Dr. John W. Ringgold. There, he immediately became active in various Church Ministries. Trustee Gaston served on the Senior Ushers Ministry for over 30 years; he served as Financial Secretary, Treasurer, and also as President for 8 years. He was an active member of Union Usher Board State of California Southeast District, Southwest District Association Ushers Department and past President of the Western Baptist State Convention Ushers Department. In 1972, Chairman Gaston became the Sunday School teacher for Class #15 for over 35 years. In 1974, he was selected to serve on the Trustee Board. In 1988, he was elevated to Chairman of the Trustee Ministry; he served for over 46 years. He also served as a devoted member in several other ministries: Bethel Crusaders Laymen, 32 years; Solace Ministry, 13 years; Mission Ministry, with the Rachel and Dorcas Circles for 31 years. He was a mentor to many young adults, inspiring them with his fatherly wisdom, hospitality, generosity, and kindness. Will deeply loved his church, church family and his pastor. Bethel affectionately and lovingly addressed him either as “Chairman”, “Pops”, “Papa Gaston” “Mr. G” or simply as “Dad”. In 2003, the Center for Hundredfold Living

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honored Chairman Gaston for his strong and faithful support of Global missions. In 2019, he served his final chair as head of the 40th Pastoral Anniversary. Will dearly loved his children: Lois, Betty, Billy Ray; and Fay. “Granddaddy” adored his grand, greatgrand, and great-great grandchildren. He kept in close contact with his Texas family; often phoning his siblings: “Lady”, Katie, Reta and “Joe Boy”, never missing a birthday. His children will remember him beginning his day studying the Word of God and glorifying the Lord from sunrise to sunset. He was a confidant to many, but you knew if you sought his advice, he would give you the raw truth softened by a scripture. He loved sports of all sorts, especially basketball. The Lakers were his all-time favorite team. Keeping with his Texas roots, he also loved the Dallas Cowboys. If you wanted to bond with him, just mention “Dominoes”; you were in and on his telephone list. He looked forward every year to his birthday celebration with his family and many friends. Will celebrated his last birthday on Saturday, May 23, 2020, with what he enjoyed most; good friends, great food and surrounded with love and laughter. He was preceded in death by his wife, Robbie; three sons: Larry Gaston who died shortly after birth, Will H. Gaston Jr. and Billy Ray Gaston; both of his parents; his brothers: Leo Gaston, Arthur Gaston, A.G. Gaston and Lindsey Lee Gaston; one sister Reta Faye Gaston; twin granddaughters, Whitney and Brittney Erby shortly after birth; his niece, Renee Michelle Rogers and nephew, Andre Gardner. On Thursday, May 28, 2020, the Lord whispered “Well Done Will” and dispatched an angel to take the chairman’s hand as he slipped away peacefully. He leaves to cherish his memory: three daughters, Lois Whitley, Betty Lee and Eula Faye Coley; granddaughter whom was raised most of her life in the Gaston home, Felicia Parker Gaston; one brother, Lon L. “Joe Boy” Gaston (Liz); two sisters, Algia Mae “Lady” Rogers and Katie Marie Gaston; three sisters-in-law: Catherine Gaston, Corine Gaston and Thelma Gaston; grandsons, Marcus H. Lee (Julanna) and Clarence Cornelius Jr. (Selena) and Brian Gaston; three granddaughters: Wendy Erby (Joseph), Marcia Sullivan (Jermaine), Robbie Chapman (David), Deena Miller, Lois King, Tymyra Savage (Virgil) and Dwana Gaston and a host of great-grandchildren, great- great grandchildren, nieces and nephews, cousins and other relatives throughout Texas, Virginia, California and elsewhere; the Bethel Baptist Church Family, the ”44th Street Neighbors and many, many friends.

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LAPD Funding

SDUSD Approves

$1.6 Billion Budget Slashed By $150M for 2020-21 School Year Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

$45 Million COVID-19 Emergency Fund Lays Foundation for Reopening Aug. 31 Voice & Viewpoint Newswire The San Diego Unified Board of Education unanimously approved a balanced budget for the upcoming school year. No significant layoffs or staff adjustments were required to balance the district budget this year. Highlights of the approved measure include a $45 million fund for COVID-19 emergency expenditures. District leaders said those funds will pave the way for reopening schools on schedule on Aug. 31, including options for on-campus and online learning. “The unanimous vote this evening by the Board of Education ref lects our collective confidence that we can open schools in a timely manner, on schedule, on August 31, with outstanding options for students who want to be on campus, as well as those who wish to learn from home,” said Superintendent Cindy Marten. “The COVID-19 crisis is the biggest adaptive challenge to public education of our lifetimes, and we are ready to meet the challenge.” Superi ntendent Ma r ten introduced the budget item by noting the numbers have improved since May when Gov. Gavin Newsom

released his revised state budget. Working with the Governor and the entire San Diego Legislative delegation, school leaders advocated for changes in the state budget, including: • Undoing a 10% cut to Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) estimated at about $100 million as proposed in the 2020-21 May Revise and instead utilizing deferrals and federal advocacy to mitigate cuts; • Securing learning loss funds to cover COVID19 costs and to support reopening of schools, which totaled $91.8 million for San Diego Unified; • Adopt i ng a pension buydown of employer contribution rates for 2020-21 and 2021-22, and a CalSTRS pension rate

freeze for 2020-21, which amounts to an estimated savings of $17 million for San Diego Unified in the next school year; • Advocating for special education funding based on the moderate-to-severe disability of students, which resulted in the allocation of $100 million for the low-incidence pool add-on that provides $2.4 million for San Diego Unified. Members of the Board of Education also emphasized the need for continued advocacy at the federal level. They have called for the US Senate to follow the House of Representatives in passing the HEROES Act, which provides an additional $58 billion to schools nationwide.

Cit y leaders voted Wednesday to slash the Los Angeles Police Department budget by $150 million, reducing the number of officers to a level not seen for more than a decade amid nationwide demands to shift money away from law enforcement agencies during America’s reckoning over police brutality and racial injustice. About two-thirds of the funding was earmarked for police overtime and will be used to provide services and programs for communities of color, including a youth summer jobs program. The City Council’s 12-2 vote will drop the number of officers from 9,988 as of last month to 9,757 by next summer, abandoning a goal of 10,000 officers touted by political leaders and only reached in 2013.

“This is a step forward, supporting minority communities in ways in which they deserve _ with respect, dignity and an even playing field,” Councilman Curren Price said. It’s a big change in the nation’s second largest city, where the 1992 acquittal of white officers in the beating of black driver Rodney King set off violent unrest that has been compared to the chaos during some protests over the death of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police. Other cities around the

country also have cut police budgets or are moving to do so, including an effort in Minneapolis to disband the city’s force. New York City lawmakers approved an austere budget Wednesday that will shift $1 billion from policing to education and social services in the coming year. In California, liberal Berkeley passed a budget Wednesday that cuts $9.2 million from police, while Oakland leaders last week slashed $14.6 million from law enforcement and they are considering steeper reductions.

tom assessment, including how we go about our most basic operations” and said the department already had begun to identify potential cost savings and service reductions.

The move comes a day after the board of the Los Angeles Unified School District voted to immediately cut its school police budget by a third. The $70 million budget for the force of more than 470 officers will be reduced by about $25 million and the money dedicated to “support African American student achievement to the extent The Los Angeles vote reduces of the law,” according to the the LAPD’s nearly $2 billion resolution. budget. Democratic Mayor Eric Garcetti had proposed Some 65 officers will be laid increasing it in April to help off and nearly 40 vacant posipreserve the staffing level of tions won’t be filled, Police 10,000 officers before fac- Chief Todd Chamberlain ing intense pushback after told the school board. He Floyd’s death invigorated resigned Wednesday. a nationwide campaign to The school board also called “defund” police. for officers to give up their There was no immediate uniforms and patrol off comment from the LAPD. campus . Board President However, Police Chief Richard Vladovic opposed Michel Moore tweeted the move on safety grounds, Wednesday night that “we urging a delay. remain as resolved as ever to the conversation around “We’re walking right into reform, and continuing to this without knowing where we’re going, and how we’re walk forward together.” going to get there,” Vladovic “The success of the city’s said. future is grounded in bridging the divide, and we will Mass protests nationwide never stop working to do just have demanded shrinking or eliminating police departthat,” he wrote. ments, with activists saying In a statement last month, police disproportionately Moore had said the cut would require “a top-to-bot- See LAPD page 16

NATIONAL - ARTS/SPORTS

An Eventful Year for Pulitzer Prize Winner

Colson Whitehead By Hillel Italie AP National Writer

Even sheltering in place, his wife and two Colson Whitehead has had children. He has an eventful year. been a published author since his W hitehead became t he acclaimed debut first fiction writer to win n o v e l , “The Pulitzers for back to back Intuitionist,” came nove l s , “Und e r g rou nd out in 1999, and Railroad” and “The Nickel he has well estabBoys,” which won t he lished himself for Pulitzer in May and comes his vivid prose out in paperback this week. style and imagHe also managed to finish a i nat ion. “Z one crime novel, with the work- One,” published ing title “Harlem Shuff le,” in 2011, is specuthat he had begun more than lative fiction that a year ago. depicts a pandemic-stricken New “I was on the downward York City, a narraslope of the book when the quarantine started,” said tive which became painfully Whitehead during a recent timely during the coronavitelephone interview. “For the rus outbreak. “Underground first eight weeks, most of the Railroad” combined histime was spent looking after torical detail from the 19th the kids, making sure the century and a unique twist: Wi-Fi was on so they could Whitehead imagined the do their schooling. Then network for bringing runI finished the draft of the away slaves North to their book _ not sure how it hap- freedom as a literal railroad. pened. You just have to find the time and not get too dis- “The Nickel Boys” stays tracted to do the final leg of closer to the facts: It’s based on a notorious Florida the book.” boarding school from the Whitehead, 50, who has been Jim Crow era that brutalized staying in Long Island with and sometimes murdered

the kids sent there. One protagonist is a promising teenager who lands in the Nickel school after being accused of a crime he didn’t commit. “In ‘Underground Railroad,’ I felt I needed a fantastic device to move Cora (the main character) to her freedom. With ‘The Nickel Boys,’ there was no need for any kind of fantastic f lourish. The situation speaks for itself,” Whitehead said. See WHITEHEAD page 16

Athletes Wary About Virus Upon Return

COVID-19 testing protocols another concern By Associated Press Chris Thompson is an NFL running back. He also is the father of a 4-month-old daughter, Kali. Guess which of those facts matters more to him when he ponders eventually returning to work amid a pandemic.

the coronavirus outbreak begin to ease and various sports resume competition— N A S C A R and UFC, for example — or “If I go practice or play and attempt to figI come back home with ure out how the virus, she’s not strong to, such as Major League Or as Bethanie Mattekenough yet to fight some- Baseball, the NBA and NHL. Sands, who has won nine Grand Slam tennis doubles thing like that. For me, that’s my biggest worry,” said R e p or t e r s f r om T he titles, explained: “It’s sort of Thompson, who signed with Associated Press spoke even tough to gauge what I the Jacksonville Jaguars in to more than two dozen should be worried about.” May after seven seasons with athletes from around the globe—representing seven Mattek-Sands did say she the Washington Redskins. countries and 11 sports— thinks those in charge of her “We’re not robots out there,” to get a sense of how con- sport will do their best to he said. “People out there are cerned or confident they are protect participants, which saying, ‘Hey, with all that’s about resuming competi- matched the general congoing on, we need sports tion. What emerged, above sensus among those the AP back in our lives to get our all, was a sense that they are interviewed. minds off everything.’ That’s going through the very same all good. But you’ve got to sort of calculus that much of They also consider the optics. think about this, too: When the rest of society is: What we start back in training is safe nowadays? How do I, “You’d have these billionaire camp, you’re putting 90 guys and my family, stay healthy, (team) owners that are probfrom 90 different places all especially with no cure or ably social distancing in their together…and it happens a vaccine yet? boxes, while you have guys lot that a lot of us get sick.” “There’s certainly an element on the field playing a game These are the sorts of of the unknown,” New Jersey with no fans,” said Kelvin thoughts those who play Devils defenseman Connor Beachum, an NFL free agent. the games that people love Carrick said. “This has not “I think that would be very, to watch, discuss and gam- been studied all that long very awkward.” ble on are grappling with as still, even though it feels like See ATHLETES page 16 lockdowns brought about by an eternity some days.”

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“Stop Killing Us:”

Activists Bring Their Pain to State Capitol Photos by: Antonio Ray Harvey

Continuation from Cover organization that advocates for the rights of formerly and currently incarcerated people and their families. Their demonstration was peaceful — done with official permission — and less spontaneous than recent explosive protests and riots triggered by the brutal murder of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man in Minnesota, at the hands of police officers. But it was charged with strong convictions and a solemn sense of grief, much like those protests. “You mess with our children, I’ll come running,” said Yolanda Banks, the mother of Sahleem Tindle, who a Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) officer killed on Jan. 3, 2018. He was 28. “I have to march,” Banks continued. “We fight together.” Banks frequently joins other grieving African American families from around California who have lost loved ones to police violence for rallies and vigils like the one AOUON held in Sacramento. Participants arrived from Riverside, Los Angeles, San Bernardino, Bakersfield, Vallejo, Richmond, Oakland, San Francisco, and other places in the state. Most of the people in attendance were people who have been impacted by police violence. On the front steps of the State Capitol, large black-and-white photos of people of color who have been victims of police deadly force were on display. According to AOUON, police violence has claimed the lives of 600 people in California over the last five years Asale-Haquekyah Chandler (pronounced “Ah-SAH-lah”) made the trip east to Sacramento from San Francisco to support Banks and the other families involved with “Stop Killing Us.” Chandler is hosting the “One Life Walk: A Silent Walk Parade Protest” in downtown San Francisco July 28. Chandler, who ran unsuccessfully for the San Francisco Board of Supervisors District 10 seat in 2018, has also been affected by violence, but not at the hands of law enforcement. Her 19-year-old son Yalani Chinyamurindi, while on a lunch

break in San Francisco, was shot and killed, along with three individuals he knew. The young men 20, 21, and 22 years of age were giving her son a ride back to his job when four gunmen surrounded the car they were in and opened fire. Locally, around the Bay Area, the crime, which took place on Jan. 9, 2015, has been dubbed the “San Francisco 4.” Chandler said she and Banks (the two women knew each other well before their sons died) attended the event because see themselves as “fighters of justice and equality for all of our lives,” she said. “We were fighting way before these children were murdered,” Chandler said. “So, the uniqueness we’re bringing to the table was meant to be. Though I hate to say it — because we lost (our children). My child was killed by the community and her child was killed by the police. We didn’t want to be in this club (mothers of children violently killed). But we are the right ones to be in this club.” Banks, who lives on a rural farm in Calaveras County, told California Black Media (CBM) that the events that AOUON stage are “painful but therapeutic.”

The pain and passion expressed by Banks, Chandler, and other participants (who each read aloud the names of the departed) was evident. Several lawmakers emerged from the State Capitol to support the event and stand with the families. They included African American legislators: Sen. Holly J. Mitchell (D-Los Angeles), Sen. Steven Bradford (D- Los Angeles), and Assemblyman Kevin McCarty (D-Sacramento). McCarty authored a constitutional amendment, ACA 6, which will be on the general election ballot in November. Known as the “Free the Vote Act,” ACA 6 will seek voters’ approval to restore voting rights to former inmates on parole. AOUON and LSPC’s policy director Ken Oliver said the prison inmate-support organizations side with ACA 6. “Yes, we support ACA 6,” Oliver told the large crowd at the rally. “We have 40 thousand people out here who can’t vote. So, understand when we talk policy. I have 80 thousand sitting behind the wall right now, I have eight million in California that have felony convictions, I have neighborhoods that are suffering. People can’t get jobs, and I have people out here getting killed by the police. That’s going to change.”

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JOYFUL JUNETEENTH Marchers in D.C. Peacefully Protest

Photos by Kaitlin Newman

By Kaitlin Newman Zenger News

Muka Chisaka, 26, raises her fist in front of Trump International Hotel in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

A black lives matter sign hangs on a statue in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

Steelo Soul plays the trombone in front of the Trump International Hotel in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

Protesters march in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

After weeks of media coverage about rioters and looters who hijacked protests following George Floyd’s death, Washington D.C. held its breath as Juneteenth marches wound up their springs on Friday. No one needed to worry. It was festive, not angry. People sold T-shirts. One woman led hundreds down Pennsylvania Avenue while belting Beyoncé’s “Freedom” anthem at the top of her lungs through a bullhorn. This was a victory parade. Black Lives Matter activists have made their point and won millions of converts since May 25. Fortune 500 companies and major league sports are on board. Celebrities everywhere have become force multipliers. In some cities, police officers knelt in common cause with groups of activists.

A man raises his fist in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

A woman holds her phone up to record an event in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

A man holds a protest sign in front of the U.S. Capitol in Washington D.C. during a Juneteenth Black Lives Matter march on June 19, 2020. (Kaitlin Newman/Zenger)

And here they were on Juneteenth, blocks from America’s epicenter of power. Not demanding to be heard, but dancing for joy that everyone, everywhere, was finally listening and that African Americans were writing a new chapter in a never-ending story.

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More than a dozen demonstrations had more than a dozen messages— “Defund the Police” and “Defend Black Women” were two—but the violent subculture seemed to stay home, and seemed to know this wasn’t their moment. No one was looting or setting fires. The only glow came from mostly black faces with ear-toear grins that peeked out when COVID-19 masks came off. Yes, we saw performance art. A Latino portrayed a crucified Jesus, complete with a giant wooden cross, and a cloth across his hips with the letters B-L-M painted in slapdash foam-brush dabs. And the sounds! Social justice chanting competed for our ears with the occasional drummer and a trombone player, blasting his brass in front of the Trump International Hotel. “No Justice, no peace, no racist police.” Some women held simple signs, each with the name of a black woman or girl killed by law enforcement. Nunruh Laroche. Della McDuffie. Deeniquia Dodds. 100 in all. The signs were simple, just the names in black letters, floating on a white background. One little girl tried to whip up her own chanting section. “Black kids, we are so cool!” she shouted. “So get the cops out of our school!”

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Anti-Racism Groups in Paris Call Out Colonizer Street Names By Boubkar Benzebat and Christophe Schpoliansky

Paris police blocked anti-racism groups from leading a “de-colonial tour’’ of Paris on Sunday to call attention to monuments and streets honoring historical figures tied to the slave trade or colonial-era abuses. Instead, t he protesters marched around a monument in front of the French capital’s Museum of Immigration, waving signs with proposed new street names and symbolically “renaming” them with each circle. A Paris police official said the organizers failed to declare their march route properly and so were held in place. The city has seen several protests in recent weeks against

police brutality, racial injus- on May 25, the response to tice or economic injustice, such monuments in France and some have erupted in so far has been more muted. tensions. Scattered statues have been Sunday’s protest wrapped up covered with graffiti, but French President Emmanuel peacefully. Macron has insisted that Activist Ismael El Hajri said authorities will not remove the goal of the event was to any controversial monu“avenge the insult” of colo- ments, as has happened in nization, and replace street other countries. names with “heroes of fights for immigration and low-in- “The most dominant and come neighborhoods, peo- imposing racism is not visiple who stood up against ble, noisy and violent. Police violence is the end of the colonization.” chain… before that, there is a While statues have fallen bunch of work done through across the U.S. and in some school, televisions, street other European countries names, building names’’ to amid the global anti-racism perpetuate racist views, said movement following George Franco Lollia of the AntiFloyd’s death in Minneapolis Negrophobia Brigade. “That’s

why we’re here.’’ The event was organized by a group representing low-income neighborhoods in French suburbs that are home to large communities who trace their origins to former colonies. Black rights activists and migrants’ rights activists also joined.

and all, we can no longer Algeria was considered the close our eyes.” jewel in France’s colonial empire, and marked its indeThey carried homemade The event came the day after pendence day Sunday with a street signs they had hoped to vandals defaced a mural in a special funeral ceremony for post on top of existing signs Paris suburb honoring Floyd 24 resistance fighters decapicommemorating colonizers _ and Adama Traore, a French tated by French forces in the notably honoring minorities Black man who died in police 19th century. killed by French police. custody. The fighters’ skulls were “We’ve closed our eyes for too Organizers held Sunday’s brought back to France as long,” said Loriane Lamer, a event to coincide with the trophies and held in a Paris 20-year-old college student at 58th anniversary of Algeria’s museum for decades until the Paris protest. “Now, with independence from France their return to Algiers on the George Floyd movement after a long and brutal war. Friday.

Sudan Protesters Remain Camped in Darfur, Sale of Sacred Statues Riles Black Lives Matter Campaigners

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A Sudanese government delegation arrived Sunday in Central Darfur province for talks with hundreds of protesters camped outside a government building demanding better security conditions, state media said. Comprised mostly of internally displaced persons and refugees, the week-long protest camp in the town of Nitrite is calling for the resignation of security officials in the province and a halt to attacks by government-sa nct ioned a rmed groups, according to Adam Regal, a spokesman for a local organization that helps run displacement camps in the Darfur region. The protest is the latest challenge for Sudan’s transitional government, which is struggling to revive a battered economy and to end decadeslong rebellions in some areas,

including Darfur. Sudan is on a fragile path to democracy after a popular uprising led the military to overthrow former autocratic president Omar al-Bashir in April last year. The western Darfur region in particular remains scarred by war, after a rebellion in the early 2000s against al-Bashir was brutally suppressed. Al-Bashir is wanted by the International Criminal Court on charges of genocide, war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the Darfur conf lict. He’s been imprisoned in the capital, Khartoum since his ouster. Regal’s organization has reported several attacks in recent weeks on the displaced by armed groups and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces, which grew out of the Janjaweed militias involved in the Darfur con-

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flict. The RSF is led by Gen. Mohammed Hamdan Dagalo, the deputy head of Sudan’s ruling sovereign council. Sudanese protesters returned to the streets last week to pressure the transitional aut hor it ies, dema nd i ng justice for those killed in the uprising against both al-Bashir and the generals who took power for four months after his overthrow. Prime Minister Abdalla Two protesters were killed Hamdok tweeted over the weekend that the protesters’ in Tuesday’s demonstrademands were “fair and wor- tions, according to protest thy,” vowing to work to carry organizers. them out for “the security These were the first major and stability” in the region. demonstrations since ralThe so-called Resistance lies last year—three months Committees, which were after al-Bashir ouster—when instrumental in last year’s hundreds of thousands took uprising against al-Bashir, urged local authorities in to the streets to pressure the Central Darfur to protect then-ruling military council the protesters and to dismiss to hand over power to a civilian government. security leaders there.

A government delegation headed by Moha mmed Hassan al-Taishi, a member of the sovereign council, was set to meet with the protesters at the sit-in, according to Sudan’s state-run SUNA news agency.

A pair of sacred statues that a Nigerian museum commission and protesters claimed were looted during the country’s 1960s civil war fetched 212,500 euros ($239,000) at auction in Paris on June 28.. The Igbo statues were sold by the Christie’s auction house, which defended the sale and said the artworks were legitimately acquired. A Princeton scholar, Chika O k e k e -A g u lu , a l o n gside Nigeria’s National Commission for Museums and Monuments, raised alarm earlier this month that the objects were looted during the Biafran war in the late 1960s. The war saw more than 1 million people die, many of starvation, trying to create a state for the Igbo people. The Igbo are one of Nigeria’s largest ethnic groups.

A pair of Igbo sculptures, attributed to Awka Master. Courtesy of Christie’s Paris.

Okeke-Agulu, who is Igbo, said the objects were taken through ``an act of violence’’ and shouldn’t be sold. An online petition with the hashtags BlackArtsMatter and MyHeritageMatters collected more than 3,000 signatures demanding the auction be halted. See STATUES page 16

Uganda Students Hope to Bring

Irrigation Expertise Back Home By JOB VIGIL The North Platte Telegraph Their journey began with a love which means we have the same for their country and a love for local language.” learning about agriculture. It continues with an opportunity Nakabuye came to Nebraska that brought Hope Nakabuye because of her interest in irriand Abia Katimbo to study at gation techniques. the University of Nebraska’s “Nebraska is really good in irriWest Central Research and gation, so I was looking for opExtension Center in North portunity for graduate school,” Platte. Nakabuye said. “I searched around and this was one of the The students from Uganda are places that I applied to, and my working toward their master’s supervisor Dr. Daran Rudnick and doctoral degrees in irriga(irrigation and water managetion studies. Although they did ment specialist) was gracious not meet until coming to the enough to take me through WCREC, they come from the a series of interviews, and same district and tribe. after that I was able to get the position.” “The interesting thing is we are under the same lab,” Katimbo Both students said that back told The North Platte Telegraph. home, irrigation is not really ``Then when I asked her where embraced by the farmers. she comes from, we come from the same district. And then “I think currently the seasons we come from the same tribe, are not as efficient as before,”

Nakabuye said. “So the rains and so on. are not coming when they should, and that means maybe “But, of late, you find that some farmers don’t have food maybe you only have the rains once compared to the twice when they should have it.” that you expected,” Nakabuye She said that causes problems said. “So that is a problem.” with a ripple effect: no food for the farmers, and then if there is She said a lot of surface water is limited production, prices will available from lakes and rivers. skyrocket. “But we need to be able to chan“So I was interested in seeing nel that water to the farm,” how best can we get water to Nakabuye said. “Not everyone our crops,” Nakabuye said. can have the land right next to the river or the lake.” Uganda has a tropical climate. “We definitely don’t have a winter,” Nakabuye said. “The way we define our climate is we have two dry seasons and two wet seasons, that’s how we call it.”

The challenge, she said, is setting up a system to get that water from where it is to the farm.

She said the big sugar cane and who don’t have water. The big flower growers have ample irri- industries can afford to get the gation systems. equipment. “But my major interest is in irrigation for the small holder farmers, as we call them,” Nakabuye said. “These are challenged and yet they are the ones who are literally supplying the day-to-day food for the people because you can’t eat all sugar cane or flowers, you need food.”

“That is still our challenge,” Nakabuye said. “There is some There are three months of wet (irrigation), but this is for major Nakabuye said the farmers then dry, then wet, then dry industry.” who grow the food are the ones

“But the holder farmers have smaller pieces of land, so maybe they need to come together as a group and maybe see how that would work,” Nakabuye said. “Maybe a community system… then they could pool resources or maybe get a subsidy to work together.” See IRRIGATION page 16

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HEALTHY LIVING

Covid-19 Testing, Herd Immunity, Take the Fun to Asymptomatic Spreaders and the Backyard Staying Safe Great Ways to

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By Dr. Jerome Robinson Testing, testing, testing. That is the current and best means to use the three T’S of Disease Control and Containment of Covid-19. To test, to isolate the positives, and to track and quarantine contacts of tho tested positive and to treat them. The current standard test is the nasopharyngeal or oropharyngeal swab for PCR testing which is meant for the diagnosis of acute infections and can be used as a testing strategy to determine suitability to return to work for those individuals who have previously tested positive for covid-19.

able indicator for making an acute diagnosis of the disease. This testing strategy is crucial to mitigate and control the spread of the virus. Testing offers hope but it’s not a panacea for covid-19. You could test negative one day and two days later test positive.

It takes time from exposure to test positive for covid-19, usually 2 to 3 days. Symptoms develop on an average of approximately 5 days from exposure. The test is most positive approximately 3 days after symptoms begin and begins to fall off thereafter. That time frame is Serologic antibody testing, usually approximately 8 days meaning obtaining a blood from exposure. Shedding sample, is more suitable for of the virus has been docupublic health determination mented in stool samples up to of a previously infected per- and beyond four weeks from son but is not meant for the exposure. It is unknown, diagnosis of an acute infec- however, if one can become tion of covid-19. If 70% of infected from viral shedding the population had evidence from this route. of a prior infection, we can assume the population has We are still trying to grapple herd immunity. Antibody with being able to find those testing could possibly be asymptomatic individuals used for this determination. who may be super spreadThis is what we try to achieve ers. These individuals may with a vaccination. Serologic be in the age group from 20 testing, however, is not a reli- to 49 that currently make

up approximately 40% of all the new positive cases of covid-19. Currently, testing is our best means to control the spread of the virus. We do not have a vaccine at this time nor do we have medicines that may be effective in killing the virus. We will not be able to test ourselves out of this disease but we can mitigate it’s spread. Our best hope is for each of us to take responsibility, not only for ourselves but also for those we love and those most vulnerable who have significant comorbidities and are older in age. Wear a mask when outdoors or when unable to physically distance at least 6 ft. Wash your hands often for at least 20 seconds. Sing “Happy Birthday” to yourself in your head two times and this will be 20 seconds of time allowed for washing your hands. Try to maintain physical distancing at least 6 ft from others, avoid crowds as possible and don’t congregate in facilities. Stay socially in contact with friends, family and loved ones to maintain your own

mental health and sense of well-being and to avoid the feeling of isolation. Be smart, be careful and be safe out there. Dr. Robinson is a San Diego-based former board certified internist and cardiologist. He is an FACC fellow of the American College of Cardiology, an FACP fellow of the American College of Physicians (ACP), a fellow of the American Society of Hypertension (ASH), and a fellow of the Society of Cardiac Angiography and Intervention (SCAI).

If you’ve been spending a lot of time indoors lately, you may be ready to ge t out side for some fresh air. Here’s how to make your backyard the center of family fun. • Set up an outdoor theater: There’s no need to spend the day indoors, even if your family wants to binge watch favorite shows. Whether you’re viewing a movie, video chatting with friends or looking at a slideshow of old family photos, a portable projector can quickly transform the backyard into a home theater. Those from Casio are particularly versatile, offering speedy set-up and the ability to transition from daytime to nighttime viewing. • Be sure to get comfy: Your home theater will get more use if it offers the same amenities as the living room. Luckily, these days, it’s easy to f ind weather-resistant furniture as comfortable as your favorite couch. • Make music: Host a socially distanced block party with your neigh-

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bors and offer to provide the music. All you need is a portable keyboard to set the tone. Not only do Casio keyboards have the ability to hook up to a laptop or tablet so you can play any song from your library, if you put the keyboard on Dance Music Mode, you can add beats, sounds or filters to anything you want. • Get ready, get set, go: Keep everyone busy and active with a decathlon. Feature all-age friendly events like a potato sack race, Frisbee toss, long jump and more. Whether you keep score or play just for the fun of the game, you can make a day of it -and add a little gravitas -by including opening and closing ceremonies. With the right tools and ideas, the backyard can become your go-to destination for relaxation, entertainment, competition and fun.

EDUCATION

25 San Diego County High School Seniors

Awarded Surprise Scholarships In June Cox Charities awarded $77,000 to high school seniors committed to community and academic success Voice & Viewpoint Newswire It was a day of anticipation as Cox Charities Advisory Board members signed onto a video call to surprise high school seniors with scholarships to help defray college costs. Due to state and national social distancing recommendations to slow the spread of COVID-19, the internal team at Cox opted to virtually celebrate 25 recent high school graduates from San Diego. This year, Cox Charities awarded a total of $77,000 in scholarships to 25 students. Cox Charities is the philanthropic arm of Cox Communications and is funded by employee donations, matched by Cox, and overseen by an advisory board consisting of employees who volunteer their time. The donations are used to

support the community in the form of scholarships and nonprofit grants. Statewide, Cox Charities has awarded more than $1.7 million in scholarships to date. “This year has been unprecedented in so many ways for our graduating high school seniors, and we’re excited to bring them some good news during this challenging time,” said Sam Attisha, S en ior Vice President and Region Manager for Cox Communications in California. “These 2020 Cox Scholars are so deserving of these scholarships, and Cox and our employees are proud to recognize all of their hard work and accomplishments.” Cox Charities Advisor y Board members invited students to participate in video

calls to learn about their post-graduation plans and what a scholarship would mean to them. The students were unaware at the start of the calls that they had already been selected as Cox Scholars and were surprised and excited to learn that Cox would be awarding each of them with a scholarship for college. Cox Charities awards college scholarships to graduating high school seniors across its California service areas, including San Diego, Orange County, Palos Verdes, and Santa Barbara. Cox Scholars are pursuing careers in a STEM related field with a passion for giving back to their community. For more information on the Cox Scholars program, visit www. coxcharitiesca.org.

The 2020 Cox Scholars for the San Diego region include: Dagmawit Assaye

(La Jolla High School) Dagmawit Assaye recently graduated from La Jolla High School and will be attending the University of California Riverside in the fall. She’ll be majoring in public policy with a focus on health and population. She’s inspired to volunteer by the opportunity it gives her to make her community a better place. Dagmawit enjoys volunteering alongside like-minded people and having the chance

to put her skills to good use. She’s spent her time volunteering with organizations like Reality Changers, Black Student Union, Interact Club, and St. Gabriel’s Church.

Zundus Farah

(Preuss School / La Jolla) Zundus Farah recently graduated from Preuss School and plans on attending the University of California San Diego in the fall. While there, she will be majoring in mathematics with a focus in scientific computation. Zundus

hopes to one day become an Operations Research Analyst. She aspires to manage and consult companies in efficiently allocating their resources to ensure that they profit and thrive in the current economy. Zundus has volunteered with Al-Huda Community Center, Reality Changers, the IRC club, and the Interact club at her school, as well as on her own. She is committed to volunteering in her community because she likes to give back to those less fortunate.

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Voice & Viewpoint Newswire In May 2020, Brett J. Hart, Executive Vice President and Chief Administrative Officer, was appointed President of United Airlines Holdings, Inc. It was recently reported in the Chicago Defender that Hart is a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Fraternity Inc.

Chair Oscar Munoz said. “He is recognized inside and outside of the airline industry for his leadership and has played a central role in shaping our strategy, culture and leading our community engagement around the world.”

ered from a heart transplant. Hart’s promotion reflects United’s commitment to leadership cont i nu it y a nd underscores the value of leveraging Hart’s regulatory Since joining United in 2010, and strategic exper“Brett is a well-established and Hart has taken on a variety of tise, which complewidely respected leader who significant strategic respon- ment Kirby’s strong has established a strong track sibilities for the company at commercial acurecord, over the last decade, critical moments – most nota- men and industry helping United navigate com- bly in October 2015 when he experience. plex challenges across all areas served as interim CEO for six “Working closely of our business,” Executive months while Munoz recov- with Brett over the last 3 years, I have seen first-hand his t houg ht f u l a nd intellectually rigorous approach to navigating the complex environment in which we operate and effectively implementing our business strategy,” CEO Scott Kirby said. “The leadership Brett has shown as we have managed the current crisis reinforces the conclusion I reached last year: Brett is exactly the leader that United needs right now to take on the role of President.”

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Located at: 6760 University Ave #130 San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was 06/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Latasha Thomas 1848 El Prado Ave Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego --Marsha Ryder 209 Vista Horizon St San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego --Shalamar Rogers 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 30, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 30, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011254 Fictitious business name(s): Earline's Cleaning Service --Earline's Cleaning Service

Located at: 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was 06/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Shalamar Rogers 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego --Jaynae Rogers 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego --Barbara Rogers 4445 Marcellena Rd #1 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego --ShaKeeya Sanders 4375 Dawson Ave San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego --Anyla Palmer 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego --Dashawn Sanders 4164 Alta Dena #2 San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 30, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 30, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010632 Fictitious business name(s): Las Americas Immigration Services

Located at: 4455 Twain Ave #F San Diego, CA 92120 County of San Diego --P.O. Box 3456 Chula Vista, CA 91909 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 07/01/1997 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carmen Eugenia Roush 1215 E. Grand Ave. #101B Escondido, CA 92027 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010231 Fictitious business name(s): Rangel Office Solutions

Yoga With Kriday

Located at: 4526 Kansas St. San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego --4526 Kansas St. Apt #8 San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 06/30/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kristy Nari Whitlock 4526 Kansas St. Apt #8 San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 30, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 30, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011430 Fictitious business name(s): Two Black Sheep Design

Located at: 3330 Russell St. San Diego, CA 92106 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following: Claudette Augusta-Wasson 3330 Russell Street San Diego, CA 92106 County of San Diego --Laurie Ann Chambers 3330 Russell Street San Diego, CA 92106 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 01, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on July 01, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010435 Fictitious business name(s): BLK PRSS Printing Co. --Editing Nina

Located at: 1956 Ensenada St Lemon Grove, CA 91945 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: Starlina Rena Spencer 1956 Ensenada St Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 19, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 19, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011335 Fictitious business name(s): Safetrans --Safetrans Medical Transport

4 My Fellas --D.A. Servicing

Located at: 848 North Rainbow #5318 Las Vegas, NV 89107 County of Clark 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: Danielle Anderson 331 Los Soneto Dr San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 25, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 25, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011443 Fictitious business name(s): A+ Repair

Located at: 7930 North Ave #44 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/01/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Marcos R Caballero 7930 North Ave #44 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on July 02, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on July 02, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011262 Fictitious business name(s): Ruiz Auto Scanner

Located at: 1034 South 45th St San Diego, CA 92113 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: Sergio torrez Ruiz 1034 South 45th St San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 30, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 30, 2025 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010142 Fictitious business name(s): Stuart Matthieu Wealth Management Group --Stuart Matthieu Wealth Management and Insurance Agency

Located at: 2658 Del Mar Heights Rd #343 Del Mar, CA 92014 County of San Diego The business is conducted by:

7-Eleven Store #13633F

Located at: 5141 College Avenue San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 03/11/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: RAASHI, INC. 10454 Galena Canyon Road San Diego, CA 92127 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 16, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 16, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010419 Fictitious business name(s): The Kings Barbershop

Located at: 3432 University Ave San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/30/2010 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mario A. Espinoza Jr. 5610 Alta Vista Ave San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 19, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 19, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9011059 Fictitious business name(s): 3:33 Harmony Crystals

Located at: 2720 E. 8TH Street Apt. 205 National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant Has Not Yet Begun To Transact Business Under The Name(s) Above This business is hereby registered by the following: Rachel Deniese Cartwright 2720 E. 8TH Street Apt. 205 National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego --Jacqueline Joearlie Cartwright 3077 Washington Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego --Ebony Fontenette 9154 Campina Drive Unit C La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 26, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 26, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009771 Fictitious business name(s): Tawona Be Fit

Located at: 3455 Kearny Villa Rd #214 San Diego, CA 92123 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

The Boulevard

Located at: 6470 Federal Boulevard Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 05/28/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: San Diegrown, Inc. 6470 Federal Boulevard Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 19, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 19, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010677 Fictitious business name(s): The On And Poppin' Ponytail

Located at: 14512 Rutledge Sq San Diego, CA 92128 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was 03/15/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: THE ON AND POPPIN' PONYTAIL LLC 14512 Rutledge Sq San Diego, CA 92128 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 23, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 23, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010608 Fictitious business name(s): Entro Eco

Located at: 6344 Ferris Sq San Diego, CA 92121 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 05/15/2015 This business is hereby registered by the following: Posnett International Co, Ltd 6344 Ferris Sq San Diego, CA 92121 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009662 Fictitious business name(s): Kingdom Beauty Empire --Innovative Hair Expressions Mobile Beauty Boss --"Braid Boot Camp Confidence And Character Building Academy" --Kingdom Beauty Headquarters --The King's Daugther --Sunshine's Place --Hello Sunshine

Located at: 1450 Bermuda Ln. El Cajon, CA 92021 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was

Baker Psychological Services

Located at: 3023 Bunker Hill St, Ste 100-7 San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 03/01/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Christina Elizabeth Baker 1168 Reed Ave San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 19, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 19, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010588 Fictitious business name(s):

Deluxed Rideshare Services --Rideshare U

Located at: 3465 Valle Ave. #2 San Diego, CA 92113 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: Dimitri Gregory Greene 3465 Valle Ave. #2 San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010602 Fictitious business name(s): Sock It Universe

Sergin Engineering, Inc.

Located at: 4332 Rodrigo Drive San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 03/18/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sergin Engineers, Inc. 4332 Rodrigo Drive San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 24, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 24, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010772 Fictitious business name(s): Bri's Boutique

Located at: 1021 Highland Ave. National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 02/17/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Brendie N Garcia 402 63rd St. Spc. 240 San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 23, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 23, 2025 07/02, 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010538 Fictitious business name(s): Blind Lady Ale House

Located at: 3416 Adams Ave San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 06/14/2010 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kitschen Inc 5101 College Gardens Ct San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010536 Fictitious business name(s): Tiger! Tiger!

Located at: 3025 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA 92104 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was 08/01/2012 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kitschen Inc 5101 College Gardens Ct San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010537 Fictitious business name(s): Panama 66

Located at: 1450 El Prado San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: A Corporation

www.sdvoice.info LEGAL NOTICES The first day of business was 08/01/2012 This business is hereby registered by the following: Craft in the Park San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 22, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 22, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9010674 Fictitious business name(s): Vain Locksmith

Located at: 4356 Genesee Ave San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego --6363 Beadnell Way Apt 123 San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 06/23/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Idan Vainshtein 6363 Beadnell Way Apt 123 San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 23, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 23, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009675 Fictitious business name(s): Baseline Construction Management

Located at: 2445 Geranium Street San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 04/20/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jesse Blake 2445 Geranium Street San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 15, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 15, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009895 Fictitious business name(s): Yak's Smokes --TRU Living

Located at: 868 Valley Village Dr. El Cajon, CA 92021 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 06/16/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Ashley Antwan Horsley 868 Valley Village Dr. El Cajon, CA 92021 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 16, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 16, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009916 Fictitious business name(s): Carry Wisely Firearm Academy

Located at: 6520 Bell Bluff Ave. San Diego, CA 92119 County of San Diego The business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was 07/08/2015 This business is hereby registered by the following: Trevor Mardis 6520 Bell Bluff Ave. San Diego, CA 92119 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 16, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 16, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009918 Fictitious business name(s): Conscious Core Spa Therapies

Located at: 6955 Alvarado Rd. San Diego, CA 92120 County of San Diego --6353 El Cajon Blvd 124 #144 San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego The business is conducted by:

The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint LEGAL NOTICES

An Individual The first day of business was 06/16/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Lisa Williams 6955 Alvarado R.D. #30 San Diego, CA 92120 County of San Diego This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on June 16, 2020 This fictitious business name will expire on June 16, 2025 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 -----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2020-9009438 Fictitious business name(s):

LEGAL NOTICES

San Diego, CA 92101 37-2020-00021376CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Kashetah Laquay Bedford

If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

To All Interested Persons:

Petitioner Kashetah Laquay Bedford filed a petition with this court for a decree changing name as follows: PRESENT NAME: Kashetah Laquay Bedford PROPOSED NAME: Kasheta Bedford De La Garza

• Thursday, JuLy 9, 2020

LEGAL NOTICES

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 NOTICE OF HEARING personal representative, as Date: July 28, 2020 defined in section 58(b) of the Time: 8:30 A.M. California Probate Code, or Dept. 61 (2)60 days from the date of The address of the court is: mailing or personal delivery to 330 W. Broadway you of a notice under section San Diego, CA 92101 9052 of the California Probate 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 Code. ------------------------------------ Other California statutes and SUPERIOR COURT OF legal authority may affect CALIFORNIA your rights as a creditor. You County of San Diego may want to consult with an 1100 Union Street attorney knowledgeable San Diego, CA 92101 in California law. 37-2020-00018625CU-PT-CTL You may examine the file Petitioner or Attorney: kept by the court. Shelly Ashley Grover If you are a person interested

BLACK HISTORY 1948 DEATH OF JAMES BASKETT James Franklin Baskett was an American actor best known for his portrayal of Uncle Remus in the 1946 Disney feature film Song of the South. He was the first African American man to be given an Academy Award. He was given an Honorary Academy Award, despite his leading role, Black performers were not considered for the competitive awards such as “Best Actor”. He died less than four months after receiving the award.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this Noel Enterprises court at the hearing indicated Located at: in the estate, you may file below to show cause, if any, To All Interested Persons: 9323 Black Hills Way with the court a Request for why the petition for change of Petitioner San Diego, CA 92129 Special Notice (form DE-154) name should not be granted. Shelly Ashley Grover County of San Diego of the filing of an inventory Any person objecting to the filed a petition with this court The business is conducted by: and appraisal of estate assets name changes described above for a decree changing names A Married Couple or of any petition or account must file a written objection as follows: The first day of business was as provided in Probate Code that includes the reasons for 08/01/1984 section 1250. A Request the objection at least two PRESENT NAME: This business is hereby for Special Notice form is court days before the matter is Shelly Ashley Grover registered by the following: available from the court clerk. scheduled to be heard and must Louis Leon Elloie Jr. appear at the hearing to show PROPOSED NAME: 9323 Black Hills Way Petitioner: cause why the petition should Shelly Grover Savalina San Diego, CA 92129 Kyle C. Nelson not be granted. If no written County of San Diego 32784 Hislop Way objection is timely filed, the THE COURT ORDERS that --Temecula, CA 92592 court may grant the petition all persons interested in this Dolores H. Elloie 858-204-7694 without a hearing. matter appear before this 9323 Black Hills Way 07/09, 07/16, 07/23 court at the hearing indicated San Diego, CA 92129 -----------------------------------NOTICE OF HEARING below to show cause, if any, County of San Diego LEGAL NOTICES Date: August 05, 2020 why the petition for change of This statement was filed with Time: 8:30 A.M. name should not be granted. the Recorder/County Clerk of Dept. C-61 Any person objecting to the San Diego County on REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS The address of the court is: name changes described June 08, 2020 330 West Broadway above must file a written This fictitious business name Request for Proposals (RFP) San Diego, CA 92101 objection that includes the will expire on On-Call Legal Services - Intellectual Law 07/09, 07/16, 07/23, 07/30 reasons for the objection at June 08, 2025 -----------------------------------least two court days before 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09 Asks that everyone... The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) SUPERIOR COURT OF the matter is scheduled to -----------------------------------seeks proposals from qualified firms or attorneys to CALIFORNIA be heard and must appear at FICTITIOUS BUSINESS provide legal services on an as-needed basis for matters - Show respect by County of San Diego the hearing to show cause NAME STATEMENT frequently washing related to intellectual property laws and regulations. Hall Of Justice why the petition should not 2020-9009151 SANDAG intends to award multiple contracts to qualified your hands for 20 330 W. Broadway be granted. If no written Fictitious business name(s): proposers in order to meet its objective of creating a seconds or more. San Diego, CA 92101 objection is timely filed, the 7-Eleven Store #13658A group of on-call firms that will be used to provide services 37-2020-00019958court may grant the petition Located at: to SANDAG on an as-needed basis. It is anticipated that - Show courtesy by CU-PT-CTL without a hearing. 375 Madison Avenue approximately one to three contracts will be awarded as covering your mouth Petitioner or Attorney: El Cajon, CA 92020 a result of this RFP. Alan W. Cheung Esq. NOTICE OF HEARING County of San Diego A copy of the RFP (SOL611079) can be accessed from - Show care by Date: July 20, 2020 The business is conducted by: To All Interested Persons: the SANDAG website at www.sandag.org/contracts or checking on Seniors. Time: 8:30 A.M. A Corporation by emailing zara.sadeghian@sandag.org. Proposals are Petitioner Dept. C-61 Registrant Has Not Yet Begun due by 3 p.m. on July 30, 2020. Janell Lanee Davis The address of the court is: To Transact Business Under and 1100 Union Street The Name(s) Above Stanley Maurice Nelson San Diego, CA 92101 This business is hereby on behalf of INVITATION FOR BIDS 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09 registered by the following: Stephan Maurice Nelson, a minor, P.K.B. Industries, Inc. PROBATE Advertisement for Bids filed a petition with this court 1296 N 2nd Street Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its for a decree changing name El Cajon, CA 92021 governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC-ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, as follows: NOTICE OF PETITION TO transportation, equipment, and services for: County of San Diego ADMINISTER ESTATE OF This statement was filed with PRESENT NAME: Eric Alan Nelson the Recorder/County Clerk of FURNISH AND INSTALL FENCING AND SINGLE POINT OF ENTRY Stephan Maurice Nelson Case Number: San Diego County on AT MULTIPLE SITES GROUP D 37-2020-00020117-PR-LA-CTL June 03, 2020 PROPOSED NAME: This fictitious business name A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2020, in front of the Stephan Maurice Davis To all heirs, beneficiaries, will expire on main office of Dailard Elementary School, 6425 Cibola Road, San Diego, CA 92120. Upon creditors, contingent June 03, 2025 completion, all contractors will proceed to Taft Middle School, 9191 Gramercy Drive, San THE COURT ORDERS that creditors, and persons who 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09 Diego, CA 92123. Upon completion, all contractors will proceed to Vista Grande Elementary all persons interested in this may otherwise be interested -----------------------------------School, 5606 Antigua Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92124. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREmatter appear before this in the will or estate or both, of REGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only FICTITIOUS BUSINESS court at the hearing indicated Eric Alan Nelson NAME STATEMENT one representative per Company. Contact scheng@sandi.net for the link to pre-register. PLEASE below to show cause, if any, 2020-9009493 SEE BID FOR DETAILS (NO. CZ21-0042-24). why the petition for change of A Petition for Probate Fictitious business name(s): COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED: name should not be granted. has been filed by Gold Star Mobile Notary Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search Any person objecting to the Kyle C. Nelson Located at: SDUSD and project bid number CZ21-0042-24) or The Daily Transcript Publication for name changes described above in the 1555 Caminito Zaragosa the complete Advertisement for Bids which includes Site Walk Safety Precautions AND must file a written objection Superior Court of California, preregistration information. Chula Vista, CA 91913 that includes the County of San Diego. County of San Diego reasons for the objection at The business is conducted by: All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 6, 2020. Firms least two court days before The Petition for Probate interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. An Individual the matter is scheduled to be requests that Registrant Has Not Yet Begun heard and must appear at the cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CZ21Kyle C. Nelson To Transact Business Under hearing to show cause why the 0042-24 Furnish and Install Fencing and Single Point of Entry at Multiple Sites Group D. For be appointed as personal The Name(s) Above new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration”. The project estimate is between petition should not be granted. representative to administer This business is hereby $1,000,000 and $1,200,000. This is a PSA project and requires prequalification. The District If no written objection is the estate of the decedent. registered by the following: requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors timely filed, the LaShonda Gray-Webb License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A or B or court may grant the petition The Petition requests 1555 Caminito Zaragosa other appropriate license, subject to District approval. without a hearing. authority to administer the Chula Vista, CA 91913 SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT CZ21-0042-24 estate under the Independent Andrea O’Hara, M.A.., County of San Diego NOTICE OF HEARING Administration of Estates Act. Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Office, Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Dept. This statement was filed with Date: July 27, 2020 (This authority will allow the Recorder/County Clerk of Time: 8:30 A.M. the personal representative San Diego County on Dept. C61 to take many actions without June 09, 2020 Advertisement for Bids The address of the court is: obtaining court approval. This fictitious business name Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its 330 W. Broadway Before taking certain very will expire on governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC-ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, San Diego, CA 92101 important actions, however, June 09, 2025 transportation, equipment, and services to: 06/25, 07/02, 07/09, 07/16 the personal representative 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09 FURNISH AND INSTALL FENCING AND SINGLE POINT ENTRY -----------------------------------will be required to give notice -----------------------------------AT MULTIPLE SITES GROUP F SUPERIOR COURT OF to interested persons unless FICTITIOUS BUSINESS CALIFORNIA they have waived notice or NAME STATEMENT A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 8:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2020, in front County of San Diego consented to the proposed 2020-9009707 of the main office of Kate Sessions ES at 2150 Beryl St., San Diego, CA. Upon completion, all Central action.) The independent Fictitious business name(s): contractors will proceed to Bird Rock ES at 5371 La Jolla Hermosa Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037. 330 W. Broadway administration authority ICONIC Beauty Station Upon completion, all contractors will proceed to Alcott ES at 4680 Hidalgo Ave., San Diego, San Diego, CA 92101 will be granted unless an Located at: CA, 92117. Upon completion, all contractors will proceed to Torrey Pines ES at 8350 Cliffridge 37-2020-00018416interested person files an 1281 Ninth Ave. Ste. 139 Ave., La Jolla, CA 92037. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT CU-PT-CTL objection to the petition and San Diego, CA 92101 PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only one representative per Company. Petitioner or Attorney: shows good cause why the County of San Diego Contact jimperial@sandi.net for the link to preregister. PLEASE SEE BID FOR DETAILS (No. Robin Elizabeth Whaley court should not grant the --CZ21-0044-52). authority. 212 Pardee St. To All Interested Persons: COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED San Diego, CA 92102 Petitioner Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search A hearing County of San Diego Robin Elizabeth Whaley SDUSD and project bid number CZ21-0044-52) or The Daily Transcript Publication for on the petition will be held The business is conducted by: filed a petition with this court the complete Advertisement for Bids which includes Site Walk Safety Precautions AND in this court as follows: An Individual for a decree changing names preregistration information. on September 24, 2020 The first day of business was as follows: at 1:30 p.m. 05/24/2020 All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on AUGUST 5, 2020. Firms in Department 503 This business is hereby PRESENT NAME: interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal. located at the registered by the following: Robin Elizabeth Whaley cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CZ21Superior Court of Brandy Danielle McGowan 0044-52 Furnish and Install Fencing at Single Point Entry at Multiple Sites Group F. For new California 212 Pardee St. PROPOSED NAME: vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” County of San Diego San Diego, CA 92102 Robin Elizabeth 1100 Union St. County of San Diego De Jourday Under Public Contract Code 3400, the District has made a finding that the following particular San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with materials, products, things, or services are designated by specific brand or trade name in order Central Courthouse the Recorder/County Clerk of THE COURT ORDERS that to match other products in use on the particular public improvement either completed or in the San Diego County on all persons interested in this course of completion: If You Object June 15, 2020 matter appear before this Required by City of San Diego Fire Department This fictitious business name court at the hearing indicated to the granting of the petition, • 08 71 00 “Door Hardware” you should appear at the will expire on below to show cause, if any, Owner furnished and Contractor installed hearing and state your June 15, 2025 why the petition for change of • 28 10 05 “Video Intercommunications System” objections or file written 06/18, 06/25, 07/02, 07/09 name should not be granted. objections with the court Any person objecting to the The project estimate is between $2.2 million and $2.4 million. This is a PSA project and requires before the hearing. Your NAME CHANGE name changes described above prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of appearance may be in person California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and must file a written objection or by your attorney. that includes the contract award: B or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SUPERIOR COURT OF reasons for the objection at If you are a creditor or a CALIFORNIA least two court days before SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT contingent creditor County of San Diego the matter is scheduled to be Andrea O’Hara, M.A. of the decedent, you Hall Of Justice heard and must appear at the Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Officer must file your claim with Courthouse hearing to show cause why the Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Department CZ21-0044-52 330 West Broadway petition should not be granted. the court and mail a copy to

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continued from page 6 arrest Black people and are seen as repressive figures rather than protectors in communities of color. “We need to rethink what it is that makes people safer and makes communities stronger,” the City Council resolution said. “We cannot just look at the police in isolation. There is no doubt that communities of color suffer disproportionately from negative interactions with the police.” The LAPD cut was part of a budget modification measure for the fiscal year beginning July 1 that comes amid the coronavirus pandemic. Months of social distancing measures, including closing many businesses, have left the city with a drastically reduced tax revenue and a potential shortfall of $45 million to $409 million, according to finance department estimates.

ATHLETES: continued from page 6 Nea rly u na nimous was a wariness about enough COVID-19 testing—what types, how many, how often— and other precautions (contact tracing, for example) that leagues, unions and governing bodies might institute as they develop protocols. Most echoed Thompson’s sentiment that “we should have constant testing,” but there was hesitation about too many nasal swabs or blood samples. “If the tests don’t come back for a couple of days and whatnot, how does that really work?” said two-time Olympic champion ski racer Mikaela Shiffrin. “It’s good to know if you test positive or

ago, when lower Manhattan was blacked out. It was like walking through ‘Zone One.’ continued from page 6 And now it’s real and it’s more During his interview, Whitehead scary than I thought.” also discussed the Black Lives Matter protests, early influences HOW LIFE HAS CHANGED and how each book reflects the SINCE DESCRIBING HIMSELF person he was while writing it. AS INCAPABLE OF JOY IN THE Here are highlights: 2014 NONFICTION BOOK ON

CHILDHOOD READING:

HOW REAL LIFE SOMETIMES REMINDS HIM OF `ZONE ONE’:

“I have tried not to think about that book because things turn out pretty terribly. I was terrified those first couple of weeks (of the pandemic) and I felt the same thing after the hurricane (Sunday) a few years negative. But if we’re talking about being tested today so we can race tomorrow, but the results don’t come back for two days, it doesn’t really help.” Ryan Zimmerman, a member of the World Series champion Washington Nationals, was adamant: “Someone is going to need to be able to assure us that the testing put forward will be able to catch this before it can cause some sort of outbreak among people in close quarters.” Some wondered whether they would agree to get a seasonal f lu shot if required, the way it was in Australian rugby. Two athletes said they never get seasonal f lu vaccines— one also didn’t want recommended shots before a recent trip to Africa—and aren’t

ON THE BLACK LIVES MATTER PROTESTS:

“I was this depressed guy going through this midlife crisis and having this wonderful writing assignment (to write about the World Series of Poker) fall into my lap. It’s really who I was in 2011, and in order to keep that inner voice, I had to impersonate who I had been two years before. When I look back through all my work .... I think who I was at the time is always determining how the book turns out. “For ‘The Nickel Boys,’ I was someone trying to figure out where the country was going. It was during the first months of the Trump administration and in Elwood and Turner (the book’s two main characters), I had Elwood being the

“I grew up in New York and in the early `80s and every other day it seemed there was a case of police brutality and we’d have this conversation about how that has to change and nothing happened. My whole life has been me seeing these documented cases that result in zero change. “But I’ve been surprised how far reaching and involved the protests have been. You’re seeing people in white, tony towns in the South and the Midwest and you’re seeing protesters in New York and on Fifth Avenue and in Union Square and at the Barclay Center. I’ve been delighted and surprised how people have seized the moment. It feels like we’re moving somewhere in the country. I’m usually pessimistic about where things are going, but the protests have made me feel a little different.”

inclined to change that. Others weren’t sure they would agree to get a COVID19 vaccine if mandated by a league. “I think it would stop at some sort of vaccine to play,” St. Louis Cardinals All-Star shortstop Paul DeJong said. “There is a fine line between what (MLB) can do to protect us and some things they can do to kind of exert power over us.” For those in sports such as golf or tennis that require international travel, there are questions about how easy it will be to hop from country to country—and how easy it’ll be to avoid catching or spreading the virus. “You are so concerned that you don’t want to be the cause

of somebody else’s… death,” said Padraig Harrington, a three-time major golf champion from Ireland. “Traveling, you have the fear that you are going to get it—and you still maintain that fear of passing it on to someone who is vulnerable.” He mentioned his 80-yearold mother, but the list goes beyond athletes’ relatives: coaches, training staff, officials, arena workers and, if there are any, spectators. Plus those folks’ families. “The pressure to ‘get back out there’ makes it clear,” Olympic long jump champion Tianna Bartoletta said, “that athletes aren’t necessarily being seen as the humans they are, with the families they have.”

POKER “THE NOBLE HUSTLE”:

“I wanted to write from a very early age, just from reading Marvel Comics and Stephen King, and Arthur C. Clarke and Ray Bradbury. I consumed fantastic fiction and loved how you could make possible whatever weird idea you had in your head. Your taking your eccentric ideas and trying to convince the reader that they’re plausible.”

optimist and Turner being the pessimist.”

Statues: continued from page 11 The petition said “as the world awakens to the reality of systemic racial injustice and inequality, thanks to the (hash)BlackLivesMatter movement, we must not forget that it is not just the Black body, but also Black culture, identity and especially art that is being misappropriated.” In a statement to The Associated Press, the auction house said “these objects are being lawfully sold having been publicly exhibited and previously sold over the last decades prior to Christie’s involvement.” Christie’s said it recognized the “nuanced and complex debates around cultural property,” but also argued that such sales stop black markets from flourishing. Babatunde E. Adebiyi, legal adviser for the National Commission for Museums and Monuments of Nigeria said they had contacted Christie’s on June 17 and had asked the auction house

Irrigation: continued from page 11 Katimbo said it is important to him to gain the knowledge and to go back and impart that knowledge to his countrymen. “I want to be a mentor,” Katimbo said. “Back home the college is not modernized. It’s kind of what we learned from our grandparents.” Most farmers don’t use modern technologies. “I think people’s eyes need to be open to the technology that you can use so you can have

to suspend the sales pending further investigation into their origins. “We are shocked the sales went on,” he told the AP. “It represents a major setback in our effort to get our antiquities from abroad.” In recent years, French courts have consistently ruled in favor of auction houses whose sales of sacred objects, such as Hopi tribal masks, were contested by rights groups and representatives of the tribes. Paris has a long history of collecting and selling tribal artifacts, tied to its colonial past in Africa, and to Parisbased groups in the 1960s, such as the “Indianist” movement that celebrated indigenous tribal cultures. Interest in tribal art in Paris was revived in the early 2000s following two high-profile—and highly lucrative—sales in Paris of tribal art owned by late collectors Andre Breton and Robert Lebel. a profitable business in agriculture,” Katimbo said. “I’m trying to learn the technology about sensors and things so I can go back home, share stories and tell them these are the things that USA is using. “So maybe if you could pick one or two of the things that they are doing, maybe you could boost your income.” Katimbo said if people realize these technologies are available and he can show them how it is useful, they may become more interested in them.

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