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Serving San Diego County’s African & African American Communities 61 Years

Congress Passes EQUAL Act Bill seeks to eliminate sentencing disparities harshly doled out to African Americans votes, District of Columbia Attorney General Karl Racine weighed in on H.R. 1693 — the EQUAL Act.

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Two minutes before members of the U.S. House of Representatives cast their

“Congress should pass the EQUAL Act to

finally end the unfair sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine,” Racine demanded.

“By eliminating the disparity entirely, the bill

would address longstanding racial discrimination in our criminal justice policy. This reform is overdue.”

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Local Project

PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER &

Covid-19 Updates

Educates and Enriches

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Covid-19 cases in 8,843 92115 southeast 92105

Black Parents, Students

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5,594 8,803

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Martin Milton, an SDUSD education administrator, presented information for parents at the “Asking The Right Questions To Get The Right Answers” forum on September 25, 2021. The forum was hosted by the Alkebulan Educational Institute. Photo Courtesy of Alkebulan Educational Institute

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Dr. Monica Hinton, President of the San Diego Chapter of the Association of Black Psychologists, moderated the September 25, 2021 forum. Photo: Courtesy of Sharp

Born in Jamaica, Afflalo came to Los Angeles at age 7. She credits her mother, Esmie Afflalo, as a primary influence in her decision to pursue medicine. A single mother who raised five children, worked two jobs and earned

A new project by the San Diego Chapter of The Association of Black Psychologists, the Alkebulan Educational Institute was born in 2020 to help the educational and men-

the Alkebulan Educational Institute is offering training and informational sessions to parents, guardians, caretakers, and other education stakeholders. The goal is to help the community understand and activate their rights for educational equity.

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Still on the Search

DR. SUZANNE AFFLALO LEADS WAY TO POSITIVE HEALTH OUTCOMES

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire It’s been 13 years since Natalie Wilson and her sister-in-law Derrica Wilson founded the Black and Missing Foundation to help bring attention and closure to the ever-growing number of cases in minority communities.

an RN degree, Mrs. Afflalo’s example of faith, grit and compassion planted a seed in her young daughter to use her talents and skills to help those most in need.

After earning her medical degree from George Washington University, Afflalo completed her residency at Kaiser Medical Center in Los Angeles.

Relocating to San Diego, she began a 26-year career at Kaiser, earning her way to Chief, Family Medicine Dept., garnering numerous accolades, among them Kaiser San Diego “Family

Education rights are imperative for equity. September 25th was the first in a series of information sessions hosted by the Alkebulan Educational Institute focused on questions parents or guardians should ask to ensure their children are receiving equitable treatment, assistance, and access in their education.

tal development of local Black youth. Beginning in Summer of 2022, the Institute will offer Saturday enrichment programs focused on everything from in-depth Black history to Common Core catch-up classes. For the remainder of 2021 and into 2022,

Black and Missing Foundation

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Dr. Suzanne Afflalo’s passion for medicine and serving her community has provided a beacon of hope for best health outcomes for thousands of San Diego African Americans and people of color.

By A.L. Haynes Contributing Writer

AFTER 13 YEARS,

Hallelujah Any How Concert

By Barbara Smith Contributing Writer

Alkebulan Educational Institute to launch Black History enrichment program in Summer 2022

Photo courtesy of S. Afflalo

Physician of the Year” and “One of San Diego’s Top 100 Doctors.” She considers her work at Kaiser an important training ground where she honed her medical abilities while developing leadership and advocacy skills that have been key in her successful community outreach.

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As incomplete and cringe-​ worthy, the number of the missing — one count suggests that of the more than 600,000 individuals currently reported missing, more than 200,000 are individuals of color — Wilson forges ahead.

She does so, even 13 years and some success stories later, emotionally.

“We’ve come a long way,” Wilson declared during a

recent visit to the new, state-of-the-art National Newspaper Publishers Assoc ​ i ation’s (NNPA) television studios in Washington, D.C. During a conversation with NNPA President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr., Wilson punctuated the need for the Black and Missing Foundation with the story of Phoenix Colden, a young African American woman who went in 2011 missing near St. Louis, Missouri.

“I called every media outlet, and no one covered that story,” Wilson recalled.

“Finally, an assignment editor got tired of me calling and asked me to send Colden’s profile.”

In her interview with Dr.

Leslie-Marva-Adams. Photo: NNPA

Chavis, which will air on PBS-TV and PBS-World as a special on The Chavis Chronicles, Wilson reflected on how the news media and even law enforcement fail to highlight missing people of color — notably missing Black girls.

“I’m so grateful for the Black Press,” Wilson remarked.

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION Act: Continued from cover

The reform is now closer to happening after Congress on Tuesday, September 28, passed the legislation by a 143-16 vote — the only opposition came from Republicans.

The measure now heads to the Senate for consideration.

The bipartisan EQUAL Act would eliminate the sentencing disparity between crack and powder cocaine. It also would allow those currently serving time for crack offenses to motion for reduced sentences.

Under current federal laws, individuals caught with 28 grams of crack receive the same sentence as someone caught with 500 grams of powder cocaine, despite the American Medical Association’s findings that there is no chemical differ-

ence between the two substances.

Starting with the 1980s version of the “War on Drugs,” those caught with small amounts of crack — primary people of color — received decades longer prison sentences than those with powder cocaine — overwhelmingly white individuals.

According to Human Rights Watch, African Americans comprise 62.7 percent and white people 36.7 percent of all drug offenders admitted to state prison.

Federal surveys and other data clearly show that this racial disparity bears scant relation to racial differences in drug offending.

“There are, for example, five times more white drug users than Black,” Human Rights Watch officials wrote in a

recent report.

“Relative to population, Black men are admitted to state prison on drug charges at a rate that is 13.4 times greater than that of white men. In large part because of the extraordinary racial disparities in incarceration for drug offenses, Black people are incarcerated for all offenses at 8.2 times the rate of whites,” officials at the nonprofit continued.

“One in every 20 black men over the age of 18 in the United States is in state or federal prison, compared to one in 180 white men.”

The eye-opening report concluded that: “Shocking as such national statistics are, they mask even worse racial disparities in individual states. For example, in seven states,

Black individuals constitute between 80 and 90 percent of all drug offenders sent to prison. In at least fifteen states, Black men are admitted to prison on drug charges at 20 to 57 times greater than white men.

“These racial disparities in drug offenders admitted to prison skew the racial balance of state prison populations. In two states, one in every 13 Black men is in prison. In seven states, Black people are incarcerated at more than 13 times the rate of whites.”

The authors concluded that the imprisonment of African Americans for drug offenses is part of a more significant over-incarceration crisis in the United States.

tect society from violent or dangerous individuals, more people are sent to prison in the United States for nonviolent drug offenses than for crimes of violence,” the authors determined.

The EQUAL Act also removes conspiracy charges that have contributed to numerous years of sentencing for drug offenses, particularly African Americans.

“For years, we have known that harsh drug sentencing disparities between crack and powder cocaine have created a racially disparate impact on Black communities,” Congressman Bobby Scott (D-Va.), the bill’s co-sponsor, said following passage of the measure.

“Although prison should be used as a last resort to pro-

“The bipartisan EQUAL Act is the next step on the long road toward eliminating this

ally, helping to secure safer working environments as well as benefits like health insurance”.

directly from teachers first.

Keep a record of interactions so there is proof of inequities or inaction. The next

unfair sentencing disparity.

In 2009, I led the effort in the House to eliminate this disparity in the Fairness in Cocaine Sentencing Act,” Scott continued.

“That effort eventually led to the 2010 passage of the Fair Sentencing Act, which reduced the crack-cocaine disparity from 100:1 to 18:1.

That was a hard-fought compromise, and the EQUAL Act will finally end the disparity.

“This is an important step toward fixing our criminal justice system and making it fairer. I want to thank my colleagues, Representatives Hakeem Jeffries, Kelly Armstrong, and Don Bacon, for working with me on this bill, and I urge my colleagues in the Senate to move quickly to send this bill to President Biden’s desk.”

Project: Continued from cover

The first session was moderated by Dr. Monica Hinton, Behavioral Health Therapist and President of the San Diego Chapter of the Association of Black Psychologists. The presenter was Martin Milton, a San Diego native and Education Administrator with the San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD). He has also served as a teacher and vice-principal in the district.

The focus was on parent and student rights in California.

Martin began by stressing how important it is for parents and guardians to know their rights. He noted they will be found in parent handbooks, school discipline policies, district discipline policies, CA AB-130, and the CA Labor Code Section 230.8. Basic rights include: • 8 hours a month off for school involvement (if the employer has 25 or more employees) • Contact information for teachers, principals, and counselors • Classroom observations

(may require pre-arrangement with the school) • Clearly defined grading criteria • Independent study contracts for any absence over three days • Live online sessions with their teacher after 15 or more cumulative days of absence • Investigations for disciplinary actions, especially suspensions • A 10-day window to appeal suspensions • Assistance for students who are falling behind The importance of asking the right questions during Parent/Teacher meetings was also emphasized. If a teacher cannot or will not answer these questions, matters may need to be escalated to the school administration. Important questions that can be used at the elementary, middle, and high school levels are: • Is my struggling student receiving small group and/ or individual instruction?

• How often are they receiving the focused small

group or individual instruction?

• How did you determine their reading (or other subject) level?

• Is there a rubric or scale used to measure that my child is meeting the standards?

• What supports are there for a student who is struggling?

• What can I do at home to best support my child?

Education goes beyond what students know or their chances of entering university. According to the National Academy of Sciences, schools play a large part in educating people about health Photo: RODNAE via Pexels conditions and how to Martin warned that some care for themselves. Care for teachers may try to use common conditions such as Union contracts, or even asthma, as well as the need blatant lies, to get out of for vaccines and checkups, offering independent study, are usually learned in school online hours, or remerather than in the home, dial assistance. The key where history may color is to remain persistent the facts. The Academy also and be willing to escalate. notes that, “Each additional Regulations require that year of education leads to 11 parents try to get assistance percent more income annu-

step is to approach school administration, including the principal. This is often enough to get things done, but if not, matters can be escalated to the school district. In SDUSD, escalations should be sent to the Quality Assurance Office (QAO).

Even following these steps,

it is up to parents or guardians to hold both the school and district accountable for proper investigations and reporting prior to rulings being issued.

Some may recall that SDUSD’s QAO has already faced several lawsuits and a federal investigation.

Knowing the school’s and district’s policies regarding discipline, harassment, susp ensions, and other matters is key to mounting a proper defense and offense, and lawsuit if necessary, to defend educational equity and rights.

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Missing: Continued from cover

“They have used their platform to showcase [these stories]. Media coverage is important. It could speed up the recovery and add pressure on law enforcement to add resources to these cases, and that’s vital.”

Wilson proclaimed that laws are needed to protect children, particularly victims of sex trafficking. She said she had witnessed young boys and girls arrested after becoming sex trafficking victims.

“They need rehabilitation,” she exclaimed.

Wilson recalled a case in Virginia of a young Black woman who went missing.

“She was too old for an Amber Alert and too young for a Silver Alert,” Wilson stated.

Natalie and Derrica Wilson/ Derrica Wilson (left) founded the Black & Missing

Photos: NNPA

Foundation to raise awareness about people of color who have disappeared./ Allison Keyes / WAMU Ashanti Billie, 19, was kidnapped while heading to work in 2017. Authorities recovered her body 11 days later in North Carolina.

Because she didn’t qualify for either an Amber or Silver alert — which notifies the public about missing children and senior citizens — family and authorities lost precious time.

Virginia has now enacted The Ashanti Alert, which bridges the age gap.

“This needs to be on the national level because so many of our missing are slipping under the radar,” Wilson stated.

A married mother of four, Wilson said she’s paranoid.

Not just for her children and grandchildren, but for young

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ones around the world.

“I’m very aware. I’m hyper-vigilant and paranoid,” Wilson noted.

“But I’m dedicated to making a change, and, as parents, we need to be that nosey parent and look at what our children are doing online.”

She pointed out that since the beginning of the pandemic, there’s been an uptick in sex trafficking, and children are more exposed to online predators than ever before.

“They are tapping into our children,” Wilson said.

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“There was a young lady who went missing. She was a gamer, and she was talking to a man online. So, when she went missing, her family was so surprised that she was talking to someone online.”

Wilson continued:

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“You’ve got to be nosey with your children. Have them sit in an open area so you can see what’s going on. Create a fictitious account and see if you can befriend your child online and share information to save their lives. Unfortunately,

Kelly Allen

once they go missing, we don’t have any intelligence to help save them.”

For more information about the Black and Missing Foundation, visit www. bamfi.org.

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION Homes for All of Us

ON THE ISSUE OF

“Vaccinate or Terminate”

By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

It has now been established that those who have been vaccinated against the COVID-19 and its variants are not as likely to get the viruses, and if they do, they are more likely to live and recover. It has also been established that the only way to save lives and reduce the spread of this virus is to get vaccinated and wear a mask.

Now employers, municipalities and governments are taking the position that one either gets vaccinated or gets terminated from their employment. This position should be extended to all those employed in positions of having contact with others.

But there is an additional step that should be taken. Hospitals should begin a process of what we know as “Triage”. That is, screening those seeking health care so that non vaccinated persons, who have refused the vaccine, should not be given health care over people with other emergency health needs such as surgery. “ICU” or Intensive Care

Units should be a priority for those in need and those who have been vaccinated.

Those who chose not to be vaccinated have a right to their positions, but not a right to put the lives of others at risk. Those who have not been vaccinated can carry and transmit the virus to others.

The U.S. Supreme Court has long held that our personal rights stop at the point at which they interfere with the rights of others. It is better to live and litigate this issue than to die on an assumption that someone else’s rights to life are greater than yours because they share a different belief on the right to vaccinate.

We as a nation have lost too many lives to a virus. We are practically the only country capable of vaccinating our entire population.

Its time to put pride and ego and politics aside and concentrate on saving lives even as we work on saving our children, the next most endangered group among us. Let’s get vaccinations, including booster shots for those 65 and older; let’s mask up indoors and out and save lives. There are enough other real political issues to fight another day.

The New Multiracial America

By Julianne Malveaux Economist and NNPA Newswire Contributor So, you are sitting on a park bench, just enjoying the weather. What is the likelihood that the next person that walks by you is of a different race than you? In 2010 the probability of another race person walking by was 54.9 percent, and it rose to 61.1 percent by 2020. We are more likely to see people who are different than us in the classroom, the boardroom, or the sidewalk, and from what we see these days, our nation is not ready for this change.

The 2020 Census data, released a few weeks ago, reinforces what we already knew. The white population, still our nation's largest, is dwindling, down by 8.6 percent from a decade ago. The Latino population, which includes people of any race (yes, there are Black Latinos), rose by 23 percent. It is the fastest-growing population in the country. The Black population rocks steady at around 13 percent.

And the population that identifies itself as “multiracial” has grown by a factor of three.

The multiracial population, which was 9 million in 2010 and grew to 33.8 million by 2020, reflects two things. First, the rate of racial intermarriage has increased, leading to an increase of mixed-race

children. Equally importantly, the number of people who are willing to self-identify as mixed race has grown. People who once hid their mixed-race identity or felt pressured to choose one identity or the other, now feel free to embrace the totality of their identity.

The increase in the number of people who identify as multiracial is both a blessing and an illusion. It's a blessing because the accursed “one drop” rule was an oppressive way of managing racial classification. But the new multiculturalism is an illusion because it should not inspire “fear of a Black Planet.” As Richard Alba writes in his book, The Great Demographic Illusion: Majority, Minority and the Expanding American Mainstream (Princeton University Press 2020), everybody brown ain’t down.

In other words, many who identify as multiracial take on the identity and politics of their white parent, not their Latino or Asian parent.

They embrace their multiracial identity, but not necessarily multiracial politics. Many young people whose multiracialism is partly Black do “get” Black issues and speak up for them. Some, though, are conflicted and want to see “both sides.” There are no two sides in See AMERICA page 5

By San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria Homeownership is the essence of the American Dream for many.

It is the reward for years of hard work and responsible financial decisions. It means that you have made it. But what happens when you have worked hard, done everything right and yet still cannot afford to buy a home? The enormous demand for an extraordinarily scarce supply of homes, unfortunately, means that this is the reality for too many San Diegans.

The lack of homes built for middle- and working-class San Diegans is particularly acute. In the last decade our city has produced just 37 new homes for families earning between 80% and 150% of the area median income.

This is why so many find that they do not earn enough to afford the market rate homes and earn too much to qualify for existing housing assistance programs.

A clean and safe place to live is foundational. Studies have shown that stable housing is helpful

to students’ academic success.

It boosts physical and mental health. When reasonably priced, it allows families to save for emergencies and for the future.

A home is often an individual’s most valuable asset and the basis for generational wealth. In short, housing is everything. This is why we must take every reasonable step to build more homes for all of us. I have launched three initiatives to do just that.

My “Homes for All of Us” housing package seeks to place a roof over every head at a price you can afford. The ten proposals in this package include various incentives to build more entrylevel housing, housing for families, seniors, and people with disabilities. It concentrates new homes in transit priority areas, on underutilized commercial sites, and on City-owned lands.

It prioritizes equity, limits displacement, and expects all neighborhoods to provide affordable housing solutions.

I have also proposed Blueprint San Diego to help tackle our

housing crisis. This planning tool is intended to marry our housing efforts with our climate action and sustainability efforts. It would speed up community planning efforts and include the public spaces and infrastructure needed to ensure new homes integrate well into existing neighborhoods.

Finally, I have created the MiddleIncome Housing Working Group to tackle the extreme lack of housing that is affordable and available to our local middle and working class. This group of 23 San Diegans from a variety of backgrounds and professions will work for the next two months to prepare policy and financing recommendations for the City’s consideration and swift action.

I hope you will visit the City of San Diego’s website to learn more about these initiatives. I welcome your feedback and my team is hosting multiple public workshops to collect public input. Together I believe we can make space for everyone who wants to work hard and contribute to building a vibrant future for San Diego.

It’s Time to Rethink U.S. Haiti Policy Bocchit Edmond, Haitian Ambassador to U.S. Special to the Voice & Viewpoint The pictures carry the weight of history. They are shocking in their own right, of course – desperate human beings, like most immigrants of old time to the United States of America from the old continent, carrying their worldly possessions, but attempting a dangerous border crossing on foot, for thousands of miles, instead of crossing the ocean, only to beaten and chased by men on horseback once they've arrived at their destination – but the not-sosubtle symbolism of a darker era of American history, from slavery through to Jim Crow, is clear for all to see.

These images of Haitian migrants crossing the Rio Grande River have caused a stir because they appear so antithetical to the oft-repeated values of the Biden administration, and to the America that shaped the world over the past 200 years.

We came to expect tougher rhetoric and even more ghastly actions regarding the border and America’s stance on immigration during the preceding administration, but Joe Biden and Kamala Harris came into office promising to ‘’ensure the dignity of migrants and uphold their legal right to seek asylum’’ and to reverse an era of border policy that famously saw children locked in cages.

Haitian migrants crossing the Rio Grande, however, have been denied their basic dignity by border enforcement authorities.

Those who committed these violations must be held accountable, and compassion must be afforded

to the people of our nation.

Haiti finds itself at an hour of need. In previous crises, the U.S. stood shoulder to shoulder with Haiti, most recently after the terrible earthquake in 2010. Today, the nation is grieving after the heinous assassination of our President, Jovenel Moïse, on July 7. We are now recovering from a devastating 7.2 magnitude earthquake that struck the Tiburon Peninsula on August 14. For many, that earthquake was more disastrous than the 2010 catastrophe. Thousands lost their lives, important buildings and infrastructure were destroyed, and again, Haiti is having to pick up the pieces.

Vice President Harris has expressed concern and promised an investigation into the incident at the US border, and it is right that we get to the bottom of what happened.

I am working with US Government officials on this, and I appreciate the support we have received from politicians here on both sides of the aisle who have spoken out about the severity of what occurred. But I also hope that this can spur a deeper re-imagining of the relationship between our two nations and people.

While fair treatment under the law for the “huddled masses” seeking to migrate to the US is very important and in line with the Biden Administration’s bedrock principles, there are clear root causes to the flight of our

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people, and we urge more collaboration as we work hard to address them.

The support of our most important ally will be crucial in getting us back on our feet. As a priority, we need urgent support through direct aid to rebuild parts of the country devastated by the recent earthquake. That includes greater disaster relief to victims, and capacity building and support for our underfunded institutions, particularly the National Police.

Haiti, the first Black republic and today a strong geopolitical partner of the United States, has much to offer in this partnership. The Haitian diaspora in the U.S. is over 2 million strong, and Haiti has had a lasting impact on the culture and economy of our much bigger neighbor, along with which we share the pride of being the first two independent Republics of the Western Hemisphere.

Every human being deserves dignity and the chance for a good life. We must work to ensure the hateful acts and summary expulsion are never repeated. And we must work to rebuild Haiti from the rubble, so our people no longer feel so desperate, and without options at home, even as we Haitians recognize our sole responsibility for solving Haiti's myriad problems.

Perhaps, from this terrible moment, we can find our way to a better place.

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COVID-19 UPDATES County Increases COVID Testing

in Southeastern San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY PUBLIC HEALTH SERVICES

LIMITED ORDER OF THE HEALTH OFFICER (Effective June 15, 2021)

On June 15, 2021, the Blueprint for a Safer Economy will be rescinded.

Persons and entities may still be subject to Cal OSHA and California Department of Public Health guidelines and standards with limited public health restrictions, including face coverings, school based guidance, and guidance for mega events. The California Public Health Officer has issued an order to be effective June 15, 2021, and available here: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/ Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID19/Order-of-the-State-Public- HealthOfficer-Beyond-Blueprint.aspx. The California Public Health Officer has also issued updated face covering guidance effective June 15, 2021, and available here: https://www.cdph.ca.gov/ Programs/CID/DCDC/Pages/COVID19/guidance-for-face- coverings.aspx#June15guidance.

In San Diego County, persons who have been diagnosed with COVID19, or who are likely to have COVID19, will be subject to the Order of the Health Officer titled: “Isolation of All Persons with or Likely to have COVID19,” or as subsequently amended.

Persons who have a close contact with a person who either has COVID-19, or is likely to have COVID-19, will be subject to the Order of the Health Officer titled: “Quarantine of Persons Exposed to COVID-19,” or as subsequently amended. Both orders are available at: https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/pro-

grams/phs/community_epidemiology/ dc/2 019-nCoV/health-order.html.

Subsequent Health Officer Orders related to the COVID-19 pandemic may be issued in San Diego County as conditions warrant.

Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code sections 101040, 120175, and 120175.5 (b), the Health Officer of the County of San Diego (Health Officer) ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:

After 182,082 COVID tests and 5,705 vaccinations since June 2020, the Tubman Chavez Community Center has closed its doors ahead of the groundbreaking for the Southeastern Live Well Center Oct. 1. The new project will replace and expand the space for public events that was previously available at the Tubman Chavez Community Center.

As of Sunday, Sept. 26, several local churches are stepping up to provide no-appointment COVID-19 testing sites in the area.: Sundays and Mondays 9 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Bayview Baptist Church 6134 Pastor Timothy J Winters St, San Diego, CA 92114 Monday – Friday 10:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Encanto Southern Baptist Church 6020 Akins Ave, San Diego, CA 92114

SD County News Center

Tuesday – Saturday 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

City of Hope International Church 4999 Holly Dr, San Diego, CA 92113

Vaccinations will continue here:

E d u c at i o n a l Cultural Complex in Mountain View (4343 Ocean View Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92113).

SOURCE: County of San Diego Communications Office

Tuesday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Jacobs Center (404 Euclid Ave., San Diego, CA 92114)

1. Effective June 15, 2021, the Order of the Health Officer and Emergency Regulations, dated May 6, 2021, and any other Health Officer orders related to COVID-19 shall expire, with the exception of the following: a. “Isolation of All Persons with or Likely to have COVID-19,” dated December 24, 2020. b. “Quarantine of Persons Exposed to COVID-19,” dated April 5, 2021. c. Any quarantine or isolation order issued to an individual that is currently in effect.

2. Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 120175.5 (b), all governmental entities in the county shall continue to take necessary measures within the governmental entity’s control to ensure compliance with State and local laws, regulations, and orders related to the control of COVID-19.

IT IS SO ORDERED: Date: June 14, 2021 Wilma J. Wooten, M.D., M.P.H. Public Health Officer County of San Diego

EXPIRATION OF EMERGENCY REGULATIONS As Director of Emergency Services for the County of San Diego, I am authorized to promulgate regulations for the protection of life and property pursuant to Government Code Section 8634 and San Diego County Code section 31.103.

The Health Officer Order and Emergency Regulations, dated May 6, 2021, shall expire as a regulation for the protection of life and property, on June 15, 2021.

Upcoming SDUSD Vaccine Clinics Voice & Viewpoint Newswire WHO: Anyone 12 years or older.

COVID-19 vaccine clinics are open to community, staff, families, and students.

HOW: Students who attend that school will need a signed consent from a parent.

Anyone over 18 can schedule an appointment or walk-in. Any other students from other schools will need to have a parent present.

9/29 San Diego High School (1-5PM) returning for 2nd dose 10/20 9/30 Bell Middle School (10am-2pm) returning for 2nd dose 10/21 10/6 Millennial Tech Middle School (10am-2pm) returning for 2nd dose 10/27

SOURCE: SDUSD

10/8 Wilson Middle School (10am-2pm) returning for

COVID-19 STATUS 351,134

For more information, visit sites.google.com/sandi.net/ nursingwellness/covid-19vaccine.

10/7 Logan Memorial Education Complex (10am-2pm) returning for 2nd dose 10/28

SAN DIEGO COUNTY

TOTAL CONFIRMED CASES

2nd dose 10/29

HOSPITALIZED

17,473

Date: June 14, 2021

COUNTY COVID-19

VACCINATION RATES

BY RACE / ETHNICITY

Black or African American 3% Race and Ethnicity Unknown 5.8% Other/ Multiple Race 10.5%

Asian 12%

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 0.7% American Indian or Alaska Native 0.4%

White 38.1%

Latino or Hispanic 29.5%

Helen Robbins-Meyer Chief Administrative Officer Director of Emergency Services County of San Diego

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REPORTED TESTS

6,439,586

ICU

1,822

SOURCE: County of San Diego.

Last updated 9/22/2021

SOURCE: Calif. Dept. of Public Health as of 9/22/21

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LOCAL/STATE NEWS SDABJ Holds Panel Debunking Tyler Perry COVID Myths to Fight Vax Misinformation CA PARTNERS WITH

By Voice & Viewpoint Staff

Hosted by Angela DeJoseph, Vice President of the SDABJ, the panel featured five local Black doctors to discuss the facts and fictions regarding COVID. The five doctors were the director of the Alliance Health Clinic Dr. Suzanne Afflalo, Dr. Robert Gillepsie, a cardiologist with SHARP Healthcare, President and Chairman of the Multicultural Health Foundation Dr. Rodney Ho o d , 7 9 t h D i s t r i c t As s e m b l y m e m b e r D r.

Akilah Weber, and Dr. Wilma Wooten, a public health officer and Director of Public Health Services in San Diego County.

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Wi l m a Wo o t e n reminded viewers that, “no vaccine is ever 100 percent effective.” She remarked, “Even if you are vaccinated, your chances of becoming infected, getting hospitalized, and even dying is far, far less than those same events occurring in individuals who are not vaccinated.”

Director Tyler Perry interviews medical professionals for the CDPH video series.

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The San Diego Association of Black Journalists (SDABJ) hosted a virtual discussion regarding COVID-19 and it’s related vaccines last Wednesday, September 22.

The goal of the panel was to debunk common misconceptions and myths about COVID and the vaccine, aimed specifically to speak to San Diego’s Black community.

Lauren J. Mack, a reporter with the San Diego Union Tribune, and Natay Holmes, a reporter at ABC10 news, both moderated the panel and asked questions of the five doctors. Questions ranged from “Is the vaccine safe for pregnant people?” to “How does the vaccine protect me against COVID19?”. The main questions concerned vaccine hesitancy among the San Diego community.

Photo: Cori Zaragoza via Facebook

likely to become infected with COVID-19.

“I can’t predict how the vaccine will work on other variants that will appear in later months or next year, both the WHO and the CDC are closely monitoring new variants that crop up,” said Dr. Wooten.

MYTHS UNKED

Wooten went on to reference a study done in Los Angeles that showed fully vaccinated p e op l e are five times less

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Dr. Hood also explained his approach to reaching vaccine hesitant patients. “What I like to say to patients [is], ‘I know of nobody who got sick because they got the vaccine and I know nobody who died because they got the vaccine’, but I can mention a lot of folks who got sick and died because they did not get the vaccine.”

The five doctors agreed by the end of the discussion that the best way for San Diegans to avoid becoming infected with COVID is to become fully vaccinated.

Gov.’s $15 Million Climate Change Program Includes Grants for Communities Photo: CBM

By Aldon Thomas Stiles California Black Media Last week, California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced a historic $15 billion climate change package. The initiative has funds in it to combat the state’s current environmental crisis as well as to help communities prepare for and prevent any disasters that may result from shifting weather patterns and changing global temperatures.

climate crisis — from record heat waves, to extreme drought, to massive wildfires,” Newsom tweeted after the press conference he held in regards to this investment.

It is the largest investment of its kind in the history of the state.

The governor was referring to a range of wildfires authorities have designated the KNP (Kings Canyon National Park) complex that has been burning since Sept.

9 in that park and in the adjacent Sequoia National Park. As of Sunday, that wildfire had burned nearly 46,000 acres of land.

“At the KNP fire today, while the realities of climate change surrounded us, we signed into law a $15 BILLION package that will help California tackle the

Across the state, the effects of climate change have decimated over 1.9 million acres of land, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.

Some experts believe this is due to California’s severe drought this year.

As is the case with many other crises in the United States, communities of color are disproportionately affected by climate change.

This climate package hopes to change that by providing grants to help communities plan for climate change, as well as bolstering fire and drought prevention and response through program funding.

“California is doubling down on our nation-leading policies to confront the climate crisis head-on while protecting the hardest-hit communities,” said Newsom.

“We’re deploying a comprehensive approach to meet

the sobering challenges of the extreme weather patterns that imperil our way of life and the Golden State as we know it, including the largest investment in state history to bolster wildfire resilience, funding to tackle the drought emergency while building long-term water resilience, and strategic investments across the spectrum to protect communities from extreme heat, sea level rise and other climate risks that endanger the most vulnerable among us,” he explained.

The state has not yet announced a schedule for release of the funding to communities or at how it will be dispersed. California Black Media will be following that process.

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the face of the outrageous police killings of Black men and women, but some who identify with their white parents are not as ready as others to take a strong stand.

Still, young voices are driving our reality. On August 28, young Tamika Mallory called the “Good Trouble” Rally that drew thousands to the Lincoln Memorial on the 58th Anniversary of the

March on Washington. In the tradition of Dr. King, who was but 34 when he delivered the “I Have A Dream Speech,” Mallory called people out and took them to task. She asserted her leadership role and said she would take it, come what may.

More importantly, she told Democrats to do their job, do their work, end the filibuster, and implement the voting rights agenda.

This is the future of our nation—young, bold, boda-

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cious, multiracial energy.

There are too many who would throwback to the past, too many who would deny the demographics, too many who are frightened about what comes next, who insist on humming, singing and swaying plaintively, “We Shall Overcome.” In this multiracial world, there will be less singing and swaying, and more demanding.

Those of us who watch the demographics know that numbers don’t mean sol-

idarity (otherwise, how could we explain South Carolina Senator Tim Scott and the unhinged radio talk show host Larry Elder) and that we will have to work to get the coalitions that we want. And we must also know that no matter how the demographics shift, our nation still owes Black folks. Shifting demographics don’t cancel the debt.

Tamika Mallory, with her inspired leadership, reminds us to hold those we voted for accountable.

By Cori Zaragoza Contributing Writer The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) announced on September 15 that they have teamed up with director Tyler Perry in a public education campaign to help encourage Californians to get the COVID-19 vaccine and answer any questions or concerns they may have about it. The campaign will be spread across various social media channels in an attempt to combat the current onslaught of misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccine. In the past, Perry has directed big Hollywood hits, such as Madea’s Family Reunion and Diary Of A Mad Black Woman, but now he has moved to the small screen -- social media -- to debut the series of videos for the CDPH. The series intends to focus on answering questions about the COVID-19 vaccine -- such as, “What side effects are caused by the vaccine?” and “Does the vaccine affect fertility?” from trusted sources in the medical field.

The first two videos were posted to the social media site Twitter on September 17 and highlight interviews with various medical professionals, such as Dr. Kimberly Manning. Dr. Manning, in her video, explained how mRNA vaccines work to Perry.

She talked plainly and in simple terms, seated across from Perry, on what the vaccine does to the immune system and how it protects against COVID-19. Aimed to be understood by anyone, Dr. Manning does a great job of providing a lot of important information in a quick and conversational way. The information provided was straight and to the point, a goal Perry had in mind when he began shooting the campaign.

“What I want to do is give people the facts,” said Perry in a press release from the CDPH. “There’s a lot of misinformation out there, and my hope is that this content will give people the answers they need to make their own decisions based on the truth.”

Misinformation has been the biggest hurdle that all of America -- not just California -- has had in the battle against the COVID19 pandemic. On August 31, 2021, the San Diego Board

of Supervisors passed a measure that declared health misinformation a public health crisis in response to anti-vaccination efforts in the County. The measure will devote resources specifically towards public education and better communication between the local government and the people they serve. This action has even inspired other cities across California and the U.S., such as Sacramento and Nevada’s Clark City, to adopt the same measures.

As of September 23, 78 percent of the entire population of San Diego County have been fully vaccinated, but significant gaps are still occurring, according to the County’s weekly COVID watch. For example, the Black population in San Diego County only accounts for 3 percent out of the entire local population that has currently been vaccinated. Additionally, areas in the Southeast have the lowest vaccination numbers compared to the rest of the County.

The impact of health misinformation will only be known if and when this pandemic is over, but San Diego County and the state of California are trying hard to combat the effects with their own measures and education campaigns. Between Tyler Perry’s partnership with the CDPH and Chair Fletcher declaring health misinformation a public crisis, there are many resources now and upcoming that will benefit every person who lives here, regardless of what their ultimate vaccination status is.

To watch Perry’s videos for the CDPH, visit twitter.com/ CAPublicHealth or facebook.com/CAPublicHealth.

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HEALTHY LIVING/EDUCATION Minute Total CA is the First State to Ensure Body Toning Equitable Meals for Students Yoga Sequence

By A.L. Haynes Contributing Writer Starting in the 2022-2023 school year, California will offer free breakfast and lunch (and dinner, where applicable) to all public and charter school students, regardless of income, the first state in the U.S.A. to do so. Students who would not be eligible for free or reduced lunch under federal and state guidelines will be able to request meals as needed.

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By Bridget Smith Founder of B360Fit Yoga requires nothing but you. No weights, no machines, just the ability to lift and hold your own body weight. While some yoga classes are gentle and relaxing, yoga can provide a cardio-burning and muscle-toning workout. This kind of training creates a lean body that shows flexibility and strength without bulking you up. The bonus is, it doesn’t matter how young or old, big or small you are, yoga is great for anyone.

Try These Body Toning Yoga Moves:

Do these yoga poses as a sequence 3 to 5 times a week to tone your entire body.

Plank

Begin on all fours with your arms straight and shoulders stacked over your wrists.

Have your palms flat and shoulder-width apart. Curl your toes under and step both feet back until your legs are straight and your feet are hip-width apart.

Bring your shoulders, hips and heels into one straight line with your core and quad muscles engaged. Distribute the weight of your knuckles evenly and slightly look past your fingertips. Hold for 5 to 10 breaths.

Chaturanga

From the plank pose, extend your gaze forward and keep the front ribs in as you bend your elbows halfway to the

ground. Keep your elbows in and over your wrists, and lower your shoulders so they’re in line with your elbows. Keep looking forward with your shoulders lifted. Your upper back should be broad and the tips of your shoulder blades should draw down the back.

Hold for 5 breaths.

Side Plank

Begin in the plank pose.

Bring your left palm to the center of your mat and roll onto the outer edge of your left foot. Stack your right foot on top of your left. Press deeply into your left palm to bring your shoulder away from your earlobe and stack your right shoulder directly above your left. Engage your obliques by lifting and stacking your hips. Extend your right arm straight up and look sideways or upward.

Hold for 5 to 10 breaths.

Repeat on the opposite side.

Chair

Begin in the mountain pose, standing straight with your arms down at your sides.

Bend your knees and drop your hips, bringing your weight onto your heels. Press your lower legs back so you can see your toes when you look down. Drop your tailbone, firm your front ribs inward, and lift your arms up shoulder-width apart.

Keep your shoulders relaxed and rotate the outer edges of your arms inward. Look slightly upward. Hold for 5 to 10 breaths.

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COVID-19 BOOSTER SHOTS

Now Available in San Diego County Voice & Viewpoint Newswire Currently, only the Pfizer vaccine booster shots have received full approval from the Food and Drug Administration. Moderna and Johnson & Johnson may soon be approved, according to a San Diego County

Newscenter report. Pfizer vaccine shots for children between 5 and 11 years of age are also expected to be approved soon. According to CDC guidance, individuals are encouraged to get a COVID-19 booster shot six months after being fully vaccinated.

The School Meals for All coalition has noted that, “27.3% of Latinx households with children and 35.5% of Black households with children - report food insecurity”. With extensive studies showing that adequate nutrition is necessary for proper brain development and information retention, the guarantee of two meals a day is a step in the right direction for both educational and health equity.

Gar y Petill, Nutrition Services Director for the San Diego Unified School District, has high hopes for the program, commenting that “every child will have

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access to food at school - an essential learning tool.” The program is beginning to roll out this school year, 20212022, with the state allocating extra money towards meal programs, including nutrition training for cafeteria staff.

San Diegans should be aware they may not see much difference this year, or even next year, however. With the extensive and continually evolving meal programs developed across 2020 and

into this year, most school districts simply need to modify their existing programs designed to alleviate food insecurity during the ongoing Co-Vid Pandemic.

Parents and guardians should reach out to schools and districts to ensure they are part of planning and training, especially as meal guidelines do not generally require allergen-safe alternatives.

Looking to California as a model, Maine has recently

become the second state to pass an equitable lunch program.

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How You Can Help Your Kid Readjust to In-Person Schooling

By Dr. Lenore Tate Special to Voice & Viewpoint Our children are our most precious resource. They hold in their hands the future of our community, our state, and our nation. Likewise, we must hold them, too, under our protective guidance as we shape them into adults.

Now that most of our students have returned to school after an unpredictable and challenging 18 months due to COVID-19, many children are experiencing emotional upheavals due to—or exacerbated by— the pandemic. It will take some work to get children used to the stability and structure after more than a year of remote learning, little-to-no contact with peers, and missed milestones.

Some of our children and their families have experienced food insecurity, income losses, illness and death due to COVID, and/ or related traumas. These factors have contributed to rising rates of depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and an overall loss of learning.

Each child is unique and each will experience their

Who should receive a third dose of Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine: • People age 65 and older • Residents age 18 and older in long-term care settings • People 50–64 years old with underlying medical conditions, such as cancer, diabetes, heart disease and compromised immune systems

transition back to school differently. According to the American Psychological Association (2021), 81 percent of Gen Z teens (those between the ages of 13-17) have experienced intense stress associated with academic learning due to the COVID-19 crisis.

Rates of depression and anxiety in African American youth have also increased.

Rates of suicidal ideation are climbing among Black youth as well, but remain highest among LGBT+ youth across racial categories. Moreover, in September 2020, over half of 11-17-year-olds reported having thoughts of suicide or self-harm.

Children experience stress differently than adults.

Usually, stress resolves itself for most youths. For others, the stress may turn into anxiety and influence the child’s thoughts and behavior. Here are some things to look for: changes in mood (irritability, frequent conflicts), changes in behavior (no time with friends, increase in video chatting or texting), loss of interest in previously enjoyed activities, difficulty sleeping, and/or a change

Who else may receive a booster shot: • People age 18–49 with underlying medical conditions • People age 18–64 who are at increased risk for COVID-19 exposure and transmission because of occupational or institutional setting, such as first responders, grocery store workers, etc.

in appearance (personal hygiene).

Over time, if kids are not able to relax and de-stress, their bodies may react with headaches, stomach aches, rapid heart rates, and an overall feeling of unwellness.

What can you as a parent do to help your child? Here are some recommendations:

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Get organized and plan for the school day.

Talk with your student about any concerns that they may have returning to school. Ask and listen to how the school days have progressed.

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Try reaching out to another parent if your child is having difficulty making new friends. Plan a playdate or hangout time.

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Have a consistent and reliable schedule for waking up, going to bed, and for meals.

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Talk to your child about what they have to look forward to, whether it’s the next school day or the end of the week.

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dismiss what you hear.

Try to validate their experiences whether you can relate to them or not.

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Follow CDC guidelines and your school district’s policies for staying safe in order to decrease the spread of COVID.

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Practice meditation.

Just being still and quiet for three minutes will help to protect ourselves from stress, anxiety and depression upon waking up, at dinner or before bed.

Finally, we must recognize the additional pressure placed on many of our students during the Black Lives Matter movement. We must continue to actively advocate, support, and listen to our children as they develop tools needed to face the challenges of life today.

Remember to keep the lines of communication open and reach out to a trusted expert such as your pediatrician or family care doctor.

Listen to your students’ concerns and do not

A physician’s referral is not required. Doctor’s offices, retail pharmacies (Rite Aid, Walgreens, CVS, etc.), community clinics and County public health centers all provide COVID-19 vaccination and booster shots.

Visit MyTurn at myturn. ca.gov to make an appointment or find a walk-in clinic.

A complete list of local loca-

tions is available at coronavirus-sd.com.

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BUSINESS NEWS Entrepreneurs Head SPAC to Acquire Black-owned Firms

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Shawn Rochester, who authored the spellbinding book “The Black Tax: The Cost of Being Black in America,” and Robin Watkins, a highly regarded financial and operations accountant, have made Wall Street history.

And the two are poised to break through more barriers in the financial world. Their latest venture, Minority Equality Opportunities Acquisitions Inc. (MEOA), has raised $126.5 million they’ve earmarked to help minority businesses and enterprises grow and prosper through mergers and acquisitions.

“It’s amazing to be a part of this,” Watkins, a Drexel University graduate, stated.

While Rochester serves as CEO of MEOA, Watkins counts as the company’s CFO. “I come from a family of entrepreneurs,” Watkins remarked during an appearance on PBS-TV and PBS-World’s The Chavis Chronicles with National Newspapers Publishers Association (NNPA) President and CEO Dr. Benjamin F. Chavis, Jr. The interview took place inside the new state-of-theart NNPA television studios in Washington, D.C. Because her grandfather owned a trucking company and café in Lawrenceville, Virginia, and her father and other family members were entrepreneurs, Watkins leaped at this latest opportunity.

“It’s historic, and it’s amazing,” Watkins stated.

MEOAU,” Rochester, who earned a master’s degree in Business Administration from The University of Chicago Booth School of Business with a focus in Accounting, Finance, and Entrepreneurship.

MEOA will target MBEs and Black-owned businesses nationwide.

“We’re really a blank check company that’s funded through an IPO,” Watkins remarked.

“The funds are held in trust to acquire another company.

In this case, we are looking at minority business enterprises to take them public through our IPO. We are the only SPAC that is targeting minority business enterprises.”

According to financial experts, SPACs generally have

MEOA raised the money after its initial public offering in August and now counts as the first special purpose acquisition company – or SPAC – headed

by African Americans.

two years to complete an acquisition. If they fail, the company must return the money raised to its investors. For Rochester and Watkins, failure isn’t an option. Rochester said they are looking at companies with enterprise values between $250 million and $500 million with recurring and predictable revenues.

The criteria include having a history of being able to generate sustainable freecash-flow.

“There is unprecedented demand for diverse suppliers, but many minority firms don’t have the resources to meet the demand,” Rochester said.

“That’s where MEOA, and the decades of combined experience that our team has in operations, strategy, business development, and acquisitions enter the picture for the right business, to help accelerate growth,” he continued.

Fur ther demonstrating a commitment to racial equity and economic inclusion, MEOA engage d the Industrial Bank of Washington, one of the country’s preeminent Blackowned institutions, for its working capital banking needs during the SPAC and IPO process.

“We are trading now on the Nasdaq under

Shawn Rochester, Minority Equality Opportunities Acquisition Inc.’s Chairman and CEO, and Robin Watkins, the firm’s Chief Financial Officer and Secretary. Photo: NNPA

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“As a SPAC, we have the opportunity to not only help drive significant change and unleash superior performance but to also signal to the broader marketplace that there is tremendous value in companies and teams that have long been ignored.”

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Carmelia “Toot” Bell & Friends WOW at Hallelujah Any How Concert

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By Voice & Viewpoint Staff Carmelia “Toot” Bell & Friends delivered a stellar performance at FDSRCs first annual “Hallelujah Any How Concert” fundraiser.

Guests entering the Charles L. Lewis lll Assembly Room could feel the spirit, joy, and enthusiasm permeating before the inspirational gospel artist took the stage.

Toot & Friends (Deshon Hall, Patrice Reives, Jack Griffin, Randy Cosby, Ronnie Foxworth, Dale Fleming Steve Goodin, Reginald Foxworth Jr.) did not disappoint their loyal supporters and guests. The concert offered a selection from the genre of praise and worship songs. From the soulful & poignant “One Night with the King” to the toe-tapping, hand clapping, call and response “Night and Day” to the favorite spiritual song “How I Got Over”. This was truly an evening of being ministered to in song.

Before intermission, the Honorable 4th District City Councilmember Monica Montgomery-Steppe presented Carmelia “Toot” Bell a proclamation from San Diego City Council. The proclamation declares September 24 as Carmelia “Toot “

Bell Day in the City of San Diego.

Bell simply stated in response: “I am honored, humbled, and overjoyed receiving this proclamation. To God be the glory!”

the emcee. Pope shared that the concert was originally planned for September 2020 but was cancelled due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Toot” has been a member of Pilgrim Baptist Church for over 40 years. She’s also the musical director at Prince Chapel By the Sea in La Jolla, and is a lifelong member of San Diego Gospel Music Workshop of America. She’s directed and performed with choirs and groups all over San Diego, including the Martin Luther King Jr. Community Choir, House of Metamorphosis, the La Jolla Annual Film Festival, the Old Globe and the FDSRC Annual Juneteenth Day in the Park Celebration. “Toot” is also a Mentor and voice coach to many of San Diego’s underprivileged, aspiring artists.

However, Pope and her team kept the faith and were blessed to host the sold out “Hallelujah Any How” concert this year. She expressed her profound thanks to “Toot” & Friends, FDSRCs volunteer staff (Shirley Cooper, Margaret Coleman, Cathy Ramsey, Clarence Page, Kathy Leftwich, Rickena Mills, Carmen Minor, Mary Rowe, Ida C. Ford, Laura Stevens, Carolyn Penniman, Billie Greene, and Sharon Davis), Metro San Diego Men’s Recovery Program, the San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newspaper, and all who worked tirelessly in making this concert most memorable and successful.

On behalf of the FDSRC, Billie Joyce Greene presented “Toot” a special bouquet of blue roses, a dozen of her favorite freshly baked cookies, and a one month Loyalty Seafood Lunch Card. Rosemary Pope, executive director of the Fourth District Seniors Resource Center served as

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New Kids on the Pee-Wee Block

By Darrell Wheeler Contributing Writer The newest kids on the San Diego Youth Football League (SDYFL) block showed up and showed out against Valencia Park’s rebuilding Hornets. The busy Bolts lit-up the Hornets scoreboard for 39 unanswered points.

Anthony Wright, Lynell Hamilton, Michael Ogdahl, Kamari Alfred, Joey Hardy IV, Prince Rodrigues, Tamarion Abram, Kayne Hubbard and Myking Mitchell were some of the players that played last Saturday, September 25, at the Vic Player Stadium.

“My players played their hearts out today and gave one hundred percent, but there’s still some stuff we

have to work on,” said Bolt’s Head Coach J. Hardy. “We have to stay consistent and play hard. I know we will be ready for all upcoming challenges.”

He continued, “I would also like to tip my hat to Valencia Park. They are a first class organization that has some growing to do. They have some good, young players to look out for.”

For their next move, SDYFL’s newest pee-wees on the block are primed and ready for the serious playoff push in their highly competitive 10-U division.

Photos: Darrell Wheeler

Bolts Defeat VP, Photos: Darrell Wheeler

Prepare for Showdown With Raiders

By Darrell Wheeler Contributing Writer The San Diego Bolts sent two football teams to 4777 Imperial Avenue in search of a victory over the Hornets.

The 12-U Junior Midgets Bolt’s pursuit of a win was never in doubt as they cruised to victory: 44-0, adding another win to their impressive undefeated score on record.

With talented multi-position player Jaeveyion Allen leading the charge, the Bolts are the talk of the town and considered top contenders in their division. However, next Saturday should be their biggest challenge to date as they face the other top contender: Balboa’s purple-clad Raiders.

“I don’t think they can beat the Raiders. I’ve seen both teams play and both of them

beat us (the Hornets). From what I’ve seen, Balboa, in my opinion, is a better balanced team overall,” shared DeWayne Harvey, assistant coach to the Hornets.

Bolt’s star player Jaeveyion respectfully disagrees.

“I believe we are better than Balboa. We just have to execute and play hard and play at our best level. It’s going to be a good game but I believe we will beat them,” said a confident Jaeveyion.

For now, the Bolt’s LeJuan Johnson, Isaac Cook, Javon Grey and Traejon Williams, along with Jaeveyion, handled VP with the greatest of ease. Next goal: bringing their A game against the big, bad Raiders.

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Dr. Suzanne Afflalo Leads Way To Positive Health Outcomes Continued from cover

Photos courtesy of Dr. Suzanne Afflalo

Even b efore retiring in 2015, Afflalo spent most of her free time volunteering in the community. Barber shops, churches, a Big Lots parking lot—all became hubs where she organized meetings and clinics to educate and provide service in the fight against breast cancer, diabetes, heart disease and other issues disproportionately affecting African Americans.

Her “A Healthier Me” program implements health-improvement strategies to decrease morbidity and mortality of African Americans and other minorities with cardiovascular risks. The monthly Community Mobile Health Fair, which she co-founded in 2017, provides free health services, including COVID testing and vaccines, to address potentially life-threaten-

ing health issues affecting African Americans, filling a gap for thousands who wouldn’t have access to these services other w is e.

Additionally, as Medical Director for the Alliance Health Clinic, she helps provide healthcare for San Diego’s refugee population.

Afflalo notes with dismay a critical drop in vaccination rates as anti-vax rhetoric has risen, and she has increased efforts to reach the reluctant. Fear and mistrust

play into vaccine hesitancy among African Americans, she says. “There are implicit and explicit biases with doctors taking care of our people, who make assumptions without taking time to get to know the patient…

Without analyzing which social determinants they’re struggling with, you won’t improve their health because you don’t know who they are as a person.” Her approach, she says, is to be gentle with each person and meet them where they are. “It helps that I have one foot in each camp…as a black person and being in the health profession. I can call out the bad things the health profession has done to our race but also say what is good about it and teach them to be their

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own advocate.” Increasing the number of blacks in the medical field and adding more mentoring and accountability so health professionals treat more black people with respect and care about their outcomes will help government and health professionals regain black people’s trust. This includes, she says, “listening to them and not just throwing medicines at them.”

Afflalo is unrelenting in finding creative approaches to protect against the deadly virus. She recently brought a team of doctors to Crawford High School to provide free sports physicals, but only for students who are vaccinated, explaining in a “tough love” approach the safety and ben-

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efits of the vaccine to reluctant participants, parents included.

She also offers rapid testing at school and other sites throughout the County, recognizing that asymptomatic carriers of the infection can be spreaders.

The thread that runs c ont i nu ou s ly t h rou g h Afflalo’s medical career is tenacity and determination combined with care and compassion. “Rolling up my sleeves and being out with my people in whatever way they need me is where I get

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my energ y and passion,” she says. She thinks of this calling as her “assignment,” having been granted gifts of leadership, communication, and medical skills, addressing people at the highest administrative and the humblest levels of humanity. “I’m the vessel that the good Lord is using, and I thank Him every day for trusting me to do the right thing.”

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CHURCH DIRECTORY Christians’ United in the Word of God

Bishop / Pastor Adlai E. Mack, Pastor

7965-B Broadway Street Lemon Grove, California 91945 Conference Call Worship Service: SUNDAYS 10:30 AM Call: 1-701-802-5400 Access Code 1720379#

Rev. Luis A. Garcia, Sr. Pastor

All are Welcome to Join Us.

Pastor Milton Chambers, Sr. & First Lady Alice Chambers

Pastor Dennis Hodge First Lady Deborah Hodges

Pastor Dr. John E. Warren

Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church of San Diego

3094 L Street San Diego, CA 92102

3085 K Street San Diego, CA 92102

619.232.5683

619.232.0510 • www.bethelamesd.com

9:30 A.M. Sunday Service In Person, Live Stream on Facebook - www.facebook.com/stpaulsumcsd

10:00 A.M. Sunday Service In Person, Live Stream on Facebook, Youtube and on bethelamesd.com

Food Distribution Thursday Noon – 3:00 PM Diaper Program Thursday Noon – 2:00 PM

Rev. Harvey L. Vaughn, III

“Come Worship With Us”

New Hope Friendship Missionary Baptist Church

New Assurance Church Ministries

Mesa View Baptist Church

2205 Harrison Avenue San Diego, CA 92113

7024 Amherst Street San Diego, CA 92115

13230 Pomerado Road Poway, CA 92064

619-234-5506 • Fax 619 234-8732 Email: newhopeadm@gmail.com

619.469.4916 • NABC.ORG Email: newassurancebaptistchurch@yahoo.com

858.485.6110 • www.mesaview.org Email: mvbcadmin@mesaview.org

10 A.M. Sunday Service Live Stream on Facebook, Youtube, Sunday School Lesson Immediately following service.

10 A.M. Sunday Service Live Stream Facebook

We are using YouTube under our website of www.mesaview.org or www.YouTube.com 8:45 A.M. Sunday School Class - Via Zoom Call Contact Office for details 10 A.M. Sunday Service • 7 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study Visit our site for previous sermons: www.mesaview.org

12 P.M. Wednesday Bible Study Live Stream on Facebook, 2P.M. on Youtube

I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go to the house of the LORD!” Psalms 122:1

Rev. Dr. Obie Tentman, Jr.

St. Paul United Methodist Church of San Diego

Pastor Rodney and Christine Robinson

6:30 P.M. Wednesday Live Stream Bible Study

Pastor Dr. Darrow Perkins Jr.

“A new Hope, A new Life, A new Way through Jesus Christ 2 Corinthians 5:17 A change is coming”

Lively Stones Missionary Baptist Church

Phillips Temple CME Church

Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church

605 S. 45th Street San Diego, CA 92113-1905

5333 Geneva Ave. San Diego, CA 92114

1728 S. 39th Street San Diego, CA 92113

619.263.3097 • t.obie95@yahoo.com

619.262.2505

Sunday School 9 :00 a.m.

Sunday Morning Worship 10:30 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.

Sunday Breakfast @ 8:00 AM Church Service 9:00 AM In-Person and on, Live Stream Facebook.com/PTCSanDiego & YouTube - Zoom Go to ptcmesd@gmail.com Sunday School @ 10:30 Wednesday Bible Study @ 6:00 PM In-Person and On Zoom ID: 81144203904 P: 867104

619.262.6004 • Fax 619.262.6014 www.embcsd.com

Pastor Keith Eric Ellison

Sunday School 9 :30 a.m.

Sunday Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Prayer & Bible Study 12 p.m. & 6:00 p.m.

Pastor Jared B. Moten

“A Life Changing Ministry” Romans 12:2

The Church of Yeshua Ha Mashiach Hebrew for “Jesus the Messiah”

Bethel Baptist Church

Total Deliverance Worship Center

1819 Englewood Dr. Lemon Grove, CA 91945

1962 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92105

138 28th Street San Diego, CA 92102

619.724.6226 • www.coyhm.org

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www.totaldeliverance.org Fax: 619.303.2008 Mail: 7373 University Ave. Suite 217, La Mesa, CA 91942

Sunday In the Know Bible Study 8:00 a.m.

Sunday Worship Service 9:00 a.m.

Saturday Shabbat Service 1:00-2:30 p.m.

Dr. John W. Ringgold, Sr. Pastor

Sunday Morning Prayer 6:00 & Worship 7:30 a.m.

Sunday School 9 :30 a.m.

Morning Worship Youth & Children’s Church 11:00 a.m.

Community Prayer (Hemera) Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., Sat. 7:30 a.m.

Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri. 7:30 p.m.

Mid Week Prayer Wednesday 12:00 noon and 7:00 p.m.

Suffragan Bishop Dr. William A. Benson, Pastor & Dr. Rachelle Y. Benson, First Lady

Sunday Early Morning Worship Service 9:00 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.

“It Takes Team Work to Make the Dream Work”

Eagles Nest Christian Center

Mount Olive Baptist Church

Pilgrim Progressive Baptist Church

3619 College Ave. San Diego, CA 92115

36 South 35th Street San Diego, Ca 92113

4995 A Street San Diego, CA 92102

619.266.2293 • jwarren@sdvoice.info www.facebook.com/EaglesNestCenter

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619.264.3369

Sunday First Worship 9:30 a.m.

Second Worship 11:00 a.m.

Wednesday Night Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 p.m.

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Morning Service 10:45 a.m.

New Membership Orientation BTU 6:00 p.m.

Wednesday Eve Prayer Service 6:00 p.m.

Sunday Services: Bible Study: 9 :00 a.m. • Worship: 11:00 a.m.

Pastor Antonio D. Johnson

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Pastor Donnell and First Lady Sheila Townsend

Real God, Real People, Real Results.

Online or Dial: 1(669) 900-6833 Meeting ID: 747 601 3471 • Passcode: 626024

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Sunday Bible Study 8:45 a.m.

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Wednesday Prayer Meeting 6:00 p.m.

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Pastor Rev. Julius R. Bennett

Calvary Baptist Church 719 Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy San Diego, CA 92113 619.233.6487 • www.calvarybcsd.org calvarybaptist1889@gmail.com

Dr. Emanuel Whipple, Sr. Th.D.

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580 69th Street, San Diego, CA 92114

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• Thursday, September 30, 2021

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OBITUARIES Melika Elaine Fluker

Brothers and sisters,

SUNRISE 2/23/1974

SUNSET 9/10/2021

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY

Funeral services were held on September 24, 2021 at Memory Chapel of Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary. Final arrangements were entrusted to AndersonRagsdale Mortuary.

MELIKA ELAINE FLUKER was born February 23, 1974 to Deborah Elaine Houston and Eugene Fluker in San Diego, California. Melika began singing at the age of 3. Her first public performance was on a train headed for Lake Charles, Louisiana singing her rendition of Sesame Street’s “Sing a Song”. She received a round of applause as she took her bows! After returning to San Diego, she made her theatrical debut in the Musical production “Celebrations, An African Odyssey”, at the San Diego Marquis Theater along with her mother.

She performed with the Bay Vista Dance Theater, founded by her mother.

Melika worked With 5 different choreographers in a variety of dance styles including clogging, line dance, Japanese traditional dance, Jazz African dance and tap. After being diagnosed with Lupus in her late teens, she did not let the illness dictate her future.

Melika was not only talented, but she excelled in high school and College. She went on to become a pharmaceutical technician and later motivated by her love for young children, she became a preschool teacher at the Neighborhood House.

Melika’s next travel experience was to accompany her sister Rosie to New York for a “Show Choir Competition”.

Melika also enjoyed Assemblies and Conventions of Jehovah Witnesses as well as listening to Bible based talks to expand her knowledge of God’s word. As she got older, she traveled from place to place and enjoyed the hospitality of many relatives and friends.

On her “good days” those who had the opportunity to spend time with her experienced song, dance, and joyful laughter. She loved long drives and enjoying the scenery while listening to her favorite music along with good food!

Melika Elaine Fluker is survived by her Mother; Deborah Martino and Father Eugene Fluker, Patricia Fluker, Grandmothers; Laura Fluker and Hazel Baskin, Grandfather: Kamara Baskin Sr., her brothers; Stephen Corley, Christopher Martino, Sisters; Rosalina Holmes and Jessica Martino. Melika is also survived by her aunts; Evelyn Houston, Kimber Houston and Monica Carter, Uncles; Larry Houston, Shalamon Baskin, Kamara Baskin Jr, Steven Baskin, and Leon Baskin as well as a host of cousins.

we do not want you to be uninformed about those who sleep in death, so that you do not grieve like the rest of mankind, who have no hope. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him.

1 Thessalonians 4:13-14

To Honour You CONNIE F. KIEFER BYRD

To honour you...

I take the time to appreciate everyone I love,

I take chances, say what I feel, hold nothing back,

And start another day without you in it.

I know now there is no guarantee of days or hours spent in their presence.

Risk making a fool of myself, dance every dance.

To honour you...

To honour you...

I laugh and love with those who knew your smile

I listen to music you would have liked,

And the way your eyes twinkled with mischief and secret knowledge.

And sing at the top of my lungs, with the windows rolled down

To honour you...

To honour you...

I get up every day and take a breath.

You were my light, my heart, my gift of love, from the very highest source.

So every day, I vow to make a difference, share a smile, live, laugh and love.

Now I live for us both, so all I do, I do to honour you.

ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY 5050 Federal Boulevard San Diego, California 92102 (619) 263-3141 www.andersonragsdalemortuary.com

“STILL FAMILY OWNED STILL THE SAME QUALITY SERVICE STILL WORTHY OF YOUR TRUST”

Michael Benjamin Davis

H.W. “Skipper” Ragsdale, III Owner (In Memoriam)

Valerie Ragsdale Owner

Continuing over 130 Years of Service

Kevin Weaver General Manager

SUNRISE 2/2/1962

SUNSET 9/16/2021

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY

Funeral Services were held on September 27, 2021 at New Season’s Church. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary.

MICHAEL BENJAMIN DAVIS was born on February 2, 1962, a smiling chocolate beautiful baby. His parents already had four other children and didn’t even have a name for this one. His eldest sister, LaVerne, said, “I can name him.” She chose for him the name, Michael Benjamin. Unbeknownst to some, this child would come to bring joy, comfort, support, counsel, encouragement, and love to countless people during his short, but oh so vital life.

During his school years, he exhibited leadership qualities and a charismatic personality. Examples include Paradise Hills Elementary School Most Influential 3rd Grader, Bayview Baptist Church Youth Fellowship President and Morse High School Student Body President. Additionally, Michael earned his real estate license that fueled his future endeavors.

Michael accepted Christ as his Personal Savior at an early age during Bayview Baptist Church Vacation Bible School. From that time on, Michael was an active and committed participant in the church until his enlistment in the military.

Upon graduating from Morse High School, Michael continued his civic responsibility by enlisting in the United States Navy. He served his country well and received an honorable discharge.

He continued his civic service after the military by working with the United States Postal Service. He developed many endearing and lifelong friendships while at the Post Office. He retired after 33 years of dedicated service in February 2018.

For most of his adult life, Michael was a gifted Real Estate and Financial Entrepreneur. Although individually successful, he continued to apply the cherished values learned from his parents, family, church, friends, and civic pursuits by employing family and friends, sharing his wealth with extended family members, and helping those in need.

Michael leaves behind to carry on his legacy, his loving wife, Rosemary Suzanne Davis, daughter, Dr. Sharde Marie Davis, son, Brennan Alexander Davis, his mother, Emma Virginia Davis, two brothers; Anthony L. Davis and Nathan B. Davis, two sisters; Angela L. Kretschmar and Evelyn Y. Davis-Poe, his father-in-law and mother-in-law; William and Christine McIntyre, a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and friends.

“

Memory is a way of

holding on to the things you love,

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the things you are, the things you never want to lose. †¢

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San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 05/13/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alfonso Lamar Huey 4665 Hilltop Dr. San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021106 Fictitious business name(s):

registered by the following: Shalamar Rogers 3550 Ruffin Rd #173 San Diego, CA 92123 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 22, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 22, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020203 Fictitious business name(s):

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020946 Fictitious business name(s):

DABOBA San Diego

County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/20/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sheik Koshnaw 3266 1st Ave #24 San Diego, CA 92103 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021343 Fictitious business name(s):

This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020622 Fictitious business name(s):

This fictitious business name will expire on September 03, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020353 Fictitious business name(s):

The County of San Diego, Owner, invites bids for LIVE OAK PARK ROAD BRIDGE REPLACEMENT FEDERAL AID PROJECT NO. BRLS-5957(105) ORACLE PROJECT NO. 1017001; RFB 11177 Sealed bids will be received at the Department of Purchasing and Contracting, at 5560 Overland Avenue, Ste. 270, San Diego, 92123, until 2:00 PM on October 14, 2021, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud. Contract documents including Plans, Specifications and Bid Forms are available for download onthe County Buynet site: https://buynet.sdcounty.ca.gov.

You must be registered at the site in order to download documents. The Contractor shall possess, at the time of submitting the bid, a California contractor’s license, Classification A, General Engineering Contractor License.

The cost of construction is estimated to be from $4,000,000 to $4,200,000. Bid security of no less than 10% required at time of bid. Successful bidder shall provide Payment and Performance Bonds for 100% of the contract amount.

Prevailing Wage rates apply.

The Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE) contract goal for this project is 16%.

The Owner, as a matter of policy, requires Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise (DVBE) participation for this project. For complete bid information, go to County of San Diego Purchasing and Contracting website at h t t p s : / / b u y n e t . s d c o u n t y. ca.gov. For questions, please contact PCO, William Eames at William.Eames@sdcounty. ca.gov.

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Kutty Krack Fish --Kutthroat Entertainment

Located at: 632 Denby Street San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/07/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Glenn Romell Paggett 632 Denby Street San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 07, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 07, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020758 Fictitious business name(s): G.O.D --Grind or Die

Located at: 4665 Hilltop Dr. San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/12/2010 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alfonso Lamar Huey 4665 Hilltop Dr. San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020756 Fictitious business name(s): Suga Bear’s --Black Car Music Group

Located at: 4665 Hilltop Dr.

Pin Toya Farms

Located at: 3715 Avd. San Miguel Bonita, CA 91902 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: Co-Partners Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Victoria Arancibia 3715 Avd. San Miguel Bonita, CA 91902 --Diego Arancibia 3715 Avd. San Miguel Bonita, CA 91902 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 21, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 21, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020818 Fictitious business name(s): Cali Coast Trucking

Located at: 1729 Picket Fence Drive Chula Vista, CA 91915 County of San Diego This 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: Carleton Edward Jenkins 1729 Picket Fence Drive Chula Vista, CA 91915 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021116 Fictitious business name(s): Meat Stall Trucking LLC

Located at: 3428 Monique Ln Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Meat Stall Trucking LLC 3428 Monique Ln Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 21, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 21, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021205 Fictitious business name(s): Continued Beauty Lounge --Continued Beauty

Located at: 6760 University Ave Suite 130 San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/11/2017 This business is hereby

Rise and Shine Sewing and Food

Located at: 4836 University Ave San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/06/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alice Faida Ngandu 404 47th St Apt #32 San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021161 Fictitious business name(s): Hunee’z Hydration Bar

Located at: 3435 Camino Del Rio S. San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This 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: Zenobia Taquie Mercadel 10348 Lipscomb Dr San Diego, CA 92126 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 22, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 22, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021224 Fictitious business name(s): Surf Ride Cab

Located at: 16040 Potomac Ridge Rd San Diego, CA 92127 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 09/21/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Valley Trade, LLC 16040 Potomac Ridge Rd San Diego, CA 92127 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 22, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 22, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020950 Fictitious business name(s): Blue Blue Auto Sales

Located at: 1290 Madera Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/10/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Robert Brolon 1290 Madera Street San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 Visit Our Twitter! @VoiceViewpoint

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Located at: 1290 Madera Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/10/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Eugina Brown 1290 Madera Street San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021255 Fictitious business name(s): Root Digger Genealogy Research Services --Y..Indeed

Located at: 701 Selma Place San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 07/11/2012 This business is hereby registered by the following: Yvette Marie Porter-Moore 701 Selma Place San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 23, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 23, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019769 Fictitious business name(s): Work Smart

Located at: 2552 Mulder Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This 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: Jacques Lumpkin 2552 Mulder Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 02, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 02, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019768 Fictitious business name(s): G’mas Cooking

Located at: 5852 Duluth Ave San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This 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: Jacques Lumpkin 2552 Mulder Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 --Minnie McCue 5852 Duluth Ave San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 02, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 02, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021122 Fictitious business name(s): DABOBA ---

Located at: 4411 Mercury, STE 105B San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 09/21/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: SK EATS, LLC 2307 Fenton Pkwy, #107-618 San Diego, CA 92108 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 21, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 21, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021027 Fictitious business name(s): 805 Smoke Shop

Located at: 4786 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Minerva Enterprise LLC 7950 Mission Center Court.

Unit C San Diego, CA 92108 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020848 Fictitious business name(s): Flavor Lab --Flavor Lab Test Kitchen

Located at: 107 Alverson Rd San Ysidro, CA 92173 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was: 09/17/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Katherine Vilma Pacheco 107 Alverson Rd San Ysidro, CA 92173 --Ricardo Salas Lona 107 Alverson Rd San Ysidro, CA 92173 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021629 Fictitious business name(s): Lemon Grove Bistro

Located at: 3308 Main St Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Bistro & Beer Garden Inc 3308 Main St Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 28, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 28, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020955 Fictitious business name(s): Stunning Rugs & Flooring

Located at: 7054 Miramar Rd San Diego, CA 92121 County of San Diego --3266 1st Ave #24 San Diego, CA 92103

Airasalt Inc

Located at: 6383 50th Street San Diego, CA 92120 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 09/17/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Airasalt Inc 6383 50th Street San Diego, CA 92120 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 23, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 23, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020782 Fictitious business name(s): Master Taylor Tae Kwon Do

Located at: 8048 La Mesa Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Wang Ho Tae Kwon Do 8048 La Mesa Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020761 Fictitious business name(s): More Than One --Double EE Designs and Recreations

Located at: 3212 Webster Avenue San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/17/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Eugena Evans 3212 Webster Avenue San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020853 Fictitious business name(s): Lavish Personalizations

Located at: 816 E J St Chula Vista, CA 91910 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 03/31/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Rochelle Monique Parker-Jones 816 E J St Chula Vista, CA 91910

Stardust Float Spa LP

Located at: 3589 Midway Drive San Diego, CA 92110 County of San Diego --3654 Oliphant St. San Diego, CA 92106 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Partnership Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Rebecca Larisa Schulman 3654 Oliphant St. San Diego, CA 92106 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 15, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 15, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021009 Fictitious business name(s): R & L Wellness

Located at: 402 63rd St Spc 220 San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/20/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Rocio A. Gonzalez-Guerra 402 63rd St Spc 220 San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021014 Fictitious business name(s): Jessica’s Food on the Move

Located at: 2535 55th St San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This 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: Jessica Nicole Lackey 2535 55th St San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019847 Fictitious business name(s): G G Professional Cleaning Services

Located at: 2889 Menlo Ave. San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Irene Gomez 2889 Menlo Ave. San Diego, CA 92105 --Pedro Gomez 2889 Menlo Ave. San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 03, 2021

It’s Elegant Services LLC

Located at: 863 Bowsprit Road Chula Vista, CA 91914 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 10/23/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: It’s Elegant Services LLC 863 Bowsprit Road Chula Vista, CA 91914 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 10, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020684 Fictitious business name(s): South Bay District #1

Located at: 691 Bollenbacher St. San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 06/11/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: King of Kings Temple Church of God in Christ of San Diego, California 691 Bollenbacher St. San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020318 Fictitious business name(s): Valentine’s Tacos & Catering --DIVERSiFiED SoLuTION --ENSY --E-MAN

Located at: 170 Mace St. D10 Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 07/08/2007 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alejandro Estrada 170 Mace St. D10 Chula Vista, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 10, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020810 Fictitious business name(s): Superior Registration Service

Located at: 2490 Main St Suite C Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/17/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carla M Diaz 8822 Jaylee Ave Spring Valley, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14

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San Diego County on September 15, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 15, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019914 Fictitious business name(s):

San Diego, CA 92127 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 13, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 13, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019943 Fictitious business name(s):

San Diego County on August 31, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 31, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020513 Fictitious business name(s):

A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Sanez Transport Inc 9750 Via de la Amistad San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 08, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 08, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019676 Fictitious business name(s):

to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Semere Fesseha 6596 Crabtree Street San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 03, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 03, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019744 Fictitious business name(s):

Calvin Pearce 2814 Lake Crest Chula Vista, CA 91915 --Eboni Pearce 2814 Lake Crest Chula Vista, CA 91915 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 01, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019672 Fictitious business name(s):

at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

Located at: 5638 Lake Murray Blvd Ste 177 La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 03/12/2000 This business is hereby registered by the following: Vickie L. Madison-Husband 5690 Lake Murray Blvd Apt. 13 La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 02, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 02, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019570 Fictitious business name(s):

Located at: 1625 Santa Venetia St #6208 Chula Vista, CA 91913 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/31/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Michael Phillip Smith 1625 Santa Venetia St #6208 Chula Vista, CA 91913 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 01, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019147 Fictitious business name(s):

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

4 Corners Consulting --4C Consultants

Located at: 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Ste. 139 San Diego, CA 92128 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 07/02/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Micheal J. Diggs 16769 Bernardo Center Drive, Ste. 139 San Diego, CA 92128 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020974 Fictitious business name(s): Linme’s Gourmet Soul Food And Catering

Located at: 3937 Boston Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego --2502 Spanish Fork Ave N. Las Vegas, NV 89031 County of Clark This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mechiel Earls 3937 Boston Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 20, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 20, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020704 Fictitious business name(s): AC DZNS

Located at: 3913 Ohio St. Apt 2 San Diego, CA 92104 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: AC DZNS LLC 3913 Ohio St. Apt 2 San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 16, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 16, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020852 Fictitious business name(s): J.A.X.X. LOGISTICS LLC

Located at: 3838 Estrella Ave San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 09/10/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: J.A.X.X. LOGISTICS LLC 3838 Estrella Ave San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 17, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 17, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020662 Fictitious business name(s): The Luau --The Luau Bar

Located at: 7123 El Cajon Blvd San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego --3811 College Ave San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: BCR Enterprises LLC 3811 College Ave San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of

Butterfly Family Child Care

Located at: 3047 Buena Vista Ave Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 04/05/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Michele Linda Galvez 3047 Buena Vista Ave Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 03, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 03, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020576 Fictitious business name(s): B.U.G.G.S Beauty Lounge

Located at: 435 S. 66th St San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: B.U.G.G.S Beauty Lounge 435 S. 66th St San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 14, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 14, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020575 Fictitious business name(s): Hollywood’s Famous Food Cart

Located at: 435 S. 66th St San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego --P.O Box 740269 San Diego, CA 92174 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Hollywood’s Famous Food Cart 435 S. 66th St San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 14, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 14, 2026 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9018313 Fictitious business name(s):

RenewYou Health and Fitness

Located at: 6370 Blanchard Rd. La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/07/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jeremiah Raylecio Wallace 6370 Blanchard Rd. La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 07, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 07, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019898 Fictitious business name(s): Nettie Mae Boutique

Located at: 3121 38th St San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/03/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Yvonne Kathreen Modica 3121 38th St San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 03, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 03, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019688 Fictitious business name(s): The Matthews Company

Located at: 4931 Dassco Court San Diego, CA 92102 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Brian L. Matthews 4931 Dassco Court San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 01, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020332 Fictitious business name(s): Harrison Serenity Ranch LLC

Located at: 3170 main St San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This 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: Leonardo Urrutia Jr 6140 1/2 Acorn Street San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 18, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 18, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020500 Fictitious business name(s):

Located at: 18187 Nate Harrison Grade Road Palomar Mountain, CA 92060 County of San Diego --4815 33rd Street San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/22/2014 This business is hereby registered by the following: Harrison Serenity Ranch LLC 4815 33rd Street San Diego, CA 92116 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 10, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 10, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019589 Fictitious business name(s):

Located at: 15870 Camino San Bernardo Apt 268 San Diego, CA 92127 County of San Diego This 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: Saede Feizi 15870 Camino San Bernardo Apt 268

Located at: 2854 East Valley Parkway #23 Escondido, CA 92027 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/31/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Taylor Austin Coronado 2854 East Valley Parkway #23 Escondido, CA 92027 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of

Mi Rancho Taco Shop 1

Q Cab

Landscape de Coronado

M & O’s Munch A Bunch

Located at: 315 Vista Horizon St Apt #F San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was: 08/28/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Orlando Simpson 315 Vista Horizon St Apt #F San Diego, CA 92113 --Michelle Newbern 315 Vista Horizon St Apt #F San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 13, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 13, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019584 Fictitious business name(s): Cohen Consulting

Located at: 2669 West Canyon Ave San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego --P.O. Box 23261 San Diego, CA 92193 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/31/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Ortal Cohen 2669 West Canyon Ave San Diego, CA 92123 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 31, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 31, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020179 Fictitious business name(s): WILLOE FIT --LITASFUQ

Located at: 5595 Lindo Paseo #1412 San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This 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: Alice Nicole Abrams 5595 Lindo Paseo #1412 San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9018878 Fictitious business name(s): Afshar Group --Politics 365 --Autism Spa --USCANTEC --American School of Public Service

Located at: 5453 Shannon Ridge Lane San Diego, CA 92130 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Shahriar Afsharinejad 5453 Shannon Ridge Lane San Diego, CA 92130 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 24, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 24, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020037 Fictitious business name(s): Sanez Transport Inc

Located at: 9750 Via de la Amistad San Diego, CA 92154 County of San Diego This business is conducted by:

RTC Consulting Solutions

Located at: 3549 Castle Glen Dr. #109 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Letisha Massy 3549 Castle Glen Dr. #109 San Diego, CA 92123 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 01, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 01, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019189 Fictitious business name(s): The Jordan Co --The Jordan Company

Located at: 9374 Babauta Rd., Unit 99 San Diego, CA 92129 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/22/1993 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jerald J. Jordan 9374 Babauta Rd., Unit 99 San Diego, CA 92129 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 27, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 27, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020223 Fictitious business name(s): Patterson Community Garden

Located at: 6450 Blue Ash Drive Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/02/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Antoinetta Yvette Brown 6450 Blue Ash Drive Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 09, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 09, 2026 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019850 Fictitious business name(s): Modern Miniature Magic

Located at: 5956 Fennell Ave San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego --P.O. BOX 740943 San Diego, CA 92174 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/02/1995 This business is hereby registered by the following: Valerie C. Hearst 5956 Fennell Ave San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 03, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 03, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019857 Fictitious business name(s): Shiny Cab

Located at: 6596 Crabtree Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun

Different Strokes Hair and Beauty Specialist

Nuñez Trucking

Located at: 2083 El Prado Ave Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/31/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Erik Nuñez 2083 El Prado Ave Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 31, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 31, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019557 Fictitious business name(s): Brooks Contracting & Consulting

Located at: 4227 Maryland Street #3 San Diego, CA 92103 County of San Diego This 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: D’Andre RaShawn Brooks 4227 Maryland Street #3 San Diego, CA 92103 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 31, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 31, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9017552 Fictitious business name(s): Encelia Hair

Located at: 7734 Herschel Ave Suite J La Jolla, CA 92037 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 02/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Encelia Hair LLC 7734 Herschel Ave Suite J La Jolla, CA 92037 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 11, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 11, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019642 Fictitious business name(s): TSCSPORTS

Located at: 2814 Lake Crest Chula Vista, CA 91915 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following:

B.E.A.M. Partys, Rentals & Accessories

Chocolate Buttafly

Located at: 1908 Via Las Palmas Unit #26 National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was: 01/01/2006 This business is hereby registered by the following: Shawn R. Williams 1908 Via Las Palmas Unit #26 National City, CA 91950 --Martel S. Black 1908 Via Las Palmas Unit #26 National City, CA 91950 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on August 27, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on August 27, 2026 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice Courthouse 37-2021-00040961CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Jose Unabia Sigue aka Jose Unabia To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Jose Unabia Sigue aka Jose Unabia filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Jose Unabia Sigue aka Jose Unabia PROPOSED NAME: Jose Sigue Unabia THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 09, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00040264CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Jesus Jauregui Santiago & Mildred Molina Guzman To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Mildred Molina Guzman and Jesus Jauregui Santiago on behalf of minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Brandon Steve Jauregui PROPOSED NAME: Brandon Steve Jauregui Molina THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 04, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST

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SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Civil Division 330 W. Broadway P.O. Box 120128 San Diego, CA 92112-0218 37-2021-00038548CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Jegnaw Zeggeye and Feven Kebede

Aiden Michael Robbins

The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00038031CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Ahmad Zia Sorabi

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1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central-Probate Division

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00040397CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Dillon Tai Kerekes AK Bombadillo Tai Kerekes To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Bombadillo Tai Hawthorne AKA Dillon Tai Kerekes filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Bombadillo Tai Hawthorne AKA Dillon Tai Kerekes PROPOSED NAME: Dillon Tai Kerekes THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 04, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

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To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Jegnaw Zeggeye and Feven Kebede on behalf of minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Crystal Feven Jegnaw PROPOSED NAME: Abiela Feven Jegnaw THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: October 26, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 02, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 -----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00038415CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Javier Jr Portillo

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Javier Jr Portillo filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway P.O. Box 120128 San Diego, CA 92112-0128 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 -----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00039643CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Veronica Del Carmen Robbins and Michael William Robbins on behalf of minor

PROPOSED NAME: Xavier Jr Portillo

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Veronica Del Carmen Robbins and Michael William Robbins on behalf of minor filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Aiden Michael Robbins-Antonio PROPOSED NAME:

PRESENT NAME: Javier Jr Portillo

THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: October 26, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 -----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division 330 W. Broadway P.O. Box 120128 San Diego, CA 92101-0128 37-2021-00036998CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Eva Jewell Graves To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Eva Jewell Graves filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Eva Jewell Graves PROPOSED NAME: EnVahye Yerûshah YsraEL THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: October 25, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway P.O. Box 120128 San Diego, CA 92101-0128 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7 -----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00036123CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Erick Ricardo Aranda-Martinez To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Erick Ricardo Aranda-Martinez filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Erick Ricardo Aranda-Martinez PROPOSED NAME: Erick Ricardo Martinez THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: October 12, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Ahmad Zia Sorabi/Fahima FNU on behalf of minor chidren filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Sawra Sohrabi PROPOSED NAME: Sara Sorabi THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted.

Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: October 21, 2021 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One certified copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

If all the requirements have not been met as of the date specified, the court will mail the petitioner a written order with further directions.

If a timely objection is filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail with further directions.

A RESPONDENT OBJECTING TO THE NAME CHANGE MUST FILE A WRITTEN OBJECTION AT LEAST TWO COURT DAYS (excluding weekends and holidays) BEFORE THE DATE SPECIFIED. Do

not come to court on the specified date. The court will notify the parties by mail of a future hearing date.

Any Petition for the name change of a minor that is signed by only one parent must have this Attachment served along with the Petition and Order to Show Cause, on the other non-signing parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court.

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7

SUMMONS SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Civil Business Office 18 Central Division 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Case Number:

37-2019-00012939-CU-OECTL Notice to Defendant:

MENTAL HEALTH SYSTEMS, INC., KIMBERLY BOND, and JAMES CALLAGHAN You Are Being Sued by Plaintiff:

RICHARD ARELLANO NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online SelfHelp Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court cleark for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

There are other legal requirements. You may want to call an attorney right away. If you do not know an attorney, you may want to call an attorney referral service. If you cannot afford an attorney, you may be eligible for free legal services from a nonprofit legal services program. You can locate these nonprofit groups at the California Legal Services Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association.

NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

The name and address of the court is: Superior Court of California County of San Diego Central 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101

The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff ’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Douglas E. Geyman, 750 B Street, Suite 2870, SAn Diego, CA 92101; (619) 232-3533

Summons Filed: March 11, 2019 Order for Publication of Summons/Citation Filed: September 15, 2021 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Lymond Earl Williams Sr. Case Number: 37-2021-00040298-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Lymond Earl Williams Sr. A Petition for Probate has been filed by Anita G. W. Fogan in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition For Probate requests that Anita G. W. Fogan be appointed as a personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on December 8, 2021 at 1:30 PM in Department 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner: Antoinette Middleton Law Offices of Antoinette Middleton 1761 Hotel Cirle South, Sute 115, San Diego, CA 92108 (619) 235-9501 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Francisco Lucero Case Number: 37-2021-00034605-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Francisco Lucero A Petition for Probate has been filed by Veronica Pereyra in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition For Probate requests that Veronica Pereyra be appointed as a personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate.

The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kepy by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval.

Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on October 27, 2021 at 1:30 PM in Department 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

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

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You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

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LEGAL NOTICES claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within four months from the date of first issuance of letters as provided in Probate Code section 9100.

The time for filing claims will not expire before four months from the hearing date noticed above.

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REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR FILING DATE! YOU HAVE 30 DAYS FROM YOUR FILING DATE TO PUBLISH YOUR FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME WITH US!

Accord Foundation Announces

Zimbabwe Chapter Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

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Attorney for Petitioner: Ryan S. Anderson, Esq. 6106 Paseo Delicias, Ste. E Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 (858) 756-5558 9/30, 10/7, 10/14

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will receive “ELECTRONIC- ONLY” bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services to: REINFORCE STRUCTURAL BEAMS IN AUDITORIUM AT LAFAYETTE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, OCTOBER 7, 2021, outside the main office of Lafayette Elementary School, 6125 Printwood Way, San Diego, CA 92117. Contractors must attend site walk to be able to bid this project. ALL CONTRACTORS MUST PREREGISTER WITH THE DISTRICT PRIOR TO ATTENDING THE SITE WALK. Please send only one representative per Company. Contact Sharon Cheng scheng@sandi.net for the link to preregister. PLEASE SEE BID FOR DETAILS (No. CC22-0420-24).

REVISED COVID-19 SITE WALK SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WILL BE ENFORCED Please refer to Planwell (www.crispimg.com, click on PlanWell, Public Planroom, search SDUSD and project bid number CC22-0420-24) for Site Walk Safety Precautions AND preregistration information. All bids must be received electronically at or before 1:00 p.m. on OCTOBER 21, 2021. Firms interested in submitting a bid package must go to https://www.planetbids.com/portal/portal.cfm?CompanyID=43764 then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC22-0420-24 Reinforce structural beams in auditorium at Lafayette Elementary School. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration”. The project estimate is between $60,000 and $80,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: B or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, Andrea O’Hara, M.A., Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Officer, Strategic Sourcing and Contracts Department CC22-0420-24.

The Sister Accord Foundation, an organization that empowers girls and women around the world by teaching them to love themselves, announced the launch of their first chapter in Africa, located in Zimbabwe. The Sister Accord Leadership Award is presented annually to individuals whose personal integrity and body of work have made a positive and transformative impact on society at large.

The new Zimbabwe chapter will serve to enlighten and empower the nation’s girls and women.

Zimbabwean radio personality and women’s rights advocate Thabani Patience Gambiza, popularly known as Manjenjenje, was appointed ambassador. She will use her passion to advance the organization’s goals to unite and protect women.

“We believe that love is the world’s most critical commodity. That is our core message; it is our mantra,” said Jackson Myles. “The number eight represents new beginnings, and I am truly thrilled to announce a new day for the girls and women of Zimbabwe. We love our Zim girls, and we are here to serve them.”

Thabani Patience Gambiza, popularly known as Manjenjenje. Photo: The Sister Accord Foundation.

“As Ambassador, I will spread the message of love, peace, empowerment, and identity to my beneficiaries, family, friends, work colleagues, and many other women

and girls’ networks in Zimbabwe and across borders,” Manjenjenje said at the chapter’s launch in Zimbabwe, held on August 28th.

High Priest Imhotep’s Tomb Back After Restoration

By Joseph Golder Zenger News A tomb believed to have been built by Imhotep — a trusted adviser to Egyptian pharaoh Djoser (2630–2611

B.C.) — opened to the public Sept. 14. Restoration of the southern tomb of Djoser, who ruled during the Third Dynasty of the Old Kingdom beginning around 2650 B.C., took 15 years to complete, accord-

ing to the Egyptian MInistry of Tourism and Antiquities.

Djoser is believed to be the first Egyptian king to commission a pyramid — the Step Pyramid, located about 19 miles south of Cairo.

Imhotep, high priest of the

sun god Ra at Heliopolis, was worshipped as a god of healing some 2,000 years after his death but is best known among academics as the builder and overseer of the construction of the Step Pyramid.

Entrance to the southern tomb of pharaoh Djoser. (Zenger)

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BLACK HISTORY 1919

1936

THE ELAINE ARKANSAS MASSACRE The Progressive Farmers and Household Union of America hosted a meeting near Elaine to organize for fair pay for local Sharecroppers. Guards posted outside repelled an attack from white MissouriPacific Railroad workers, killing two. White residents and workers in the area quickly formed a mob, but instead of going back to the well-guarded union meeting, they descended on the all-Black town of Elaine.

Federal troops slowly followed and eventually broke up the massacre. The official Federal report claimed only two Black residents died, but eye-witness reports from both sides, as well as population records, put the realistic estimate in the hundreds. It is counted as part of the U.S.’s Red Summer.

BIRTH OF ELOMBE BRATH Cecil Brathwaite, later Elombe Brath, was born in a diverse borough of Brooklyn, New York as the oldest son of Barbadian immigrants. A cousin of Clennell Wickham, he grew up discussing Marcus Garvey’s philosophies around the dinner table. In 1956, he co-founded the African Jazz-Art Society & Studios. He also co-founded the Patrice Lumumba Coalition to support the right of self-determination for colonized countries in Africa in 1975. Brath also hosted the radio show Afrikaleidoscope on New York’s WBAI. He co-founded the World African Diaspora Union (WADU) in 2003. He died at the age of 77 in 2014.

1935

1962

BIRTH OF JOHNNY MATHIS John Royce Mathis was born in Texas with a mixed African-American and Indigenous American background. His father had been a vaudeville performer and recognized Johnny’s talent, so scraped money together to buy a piano, then began teaching Johnny to perform. In 1954, he entered San Francisco State College on an athletic scholarship, where he gained a reputation as the best athlete in the San Francisco area. But his destiny changed in 1955, when he participated in a “jam session” with friends at a club. The club manager not only got him local gigs, but convinced a representative from Columbia Records to come hear Mathis perform. In 1978, his duet with Jane Olivor, “The Last Time I Felt Like This”, was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Original Song.

Mathis has been inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame for three recordings: in 1998 for “Chances Are”, in 2002 for “Misty”, and in 2008 for “It’s Not for Me to Say”. The Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences awarded Mathis the Lifetime Achievement Award in 2003. Mathis was inducted into the

Great American Songbook Hall Of Fame in 2014, the same year as Nat King Cole. He is currently preparing for a tour.

THE OLE MISS RIOT Also called “The Battle of Oxford”, the riot was triggered by James Meredith’s first day of classes, officially integrating the University of Mississippi. It was Meredith’s 3rd time attempting to attend classes. He was accompanied by both Federal and state law enforcement, but rioters attacked the officers, as well. The riot continued overnight and into the next day,

resulting in at least two deaths and 300 injured.

It began to wind down with the arrival of 13,000 troops in the morning. In the end, over 30,000 troops were deployed and committed to the protection of James Meredith and the integration of Ole Miss, more than any other single incident on U.S. soil.

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Stepping up when it matters most Last year, we committed $1.25 billion over five years to build on our long-standing work in support of driving racial equality and economic opportunity. To date, we’ve directly funded or invested nearly $400 million of this commitment, in addition to other ways we continue to make an impact in our communities.

Our actions include: • $36 million to 21 Minority Deposit Institutions (MDIs) and Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) banks that support minority-owned businesses. This is in addition to our approximately $100 million in deposits to MDIs and our existing $1.8 billion CDFI portfolio.

• $300 million to 100 equity funds to provide capital to diverse entrepreneurs and small business owners • $10 million grant to fund the Center for Black Entrepreneurship (CBE), in partnership with Spelman and Morehouse colleges • $25 million to 21 Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), Hispanic-serving institutions (HSIs) and community colleges in support of job skilling and placement • Establishing new partnerships and coalitions focused on building skills and creating job opportunities for people of color • $60 million to increase access to capital and career opportunities for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) affordable housing developers • 33 million+ masks, more than 272,000 bottles of hand sanitizer and 8 million gloves to communities in need • $1.35 million in grants to support mental health initiatives for young people of color • $25 million founding partnership in the Smithsonian’s new initiative on race, Our Shared Future: Reckoning with Our Racial Past These are just some examples of how we’re working with community partners, business leaders, experts and academics across the public and private sectors to continue to drive progress.

At Bank of America, we call this a nice start.

Rick Bregman President, Bank of America San Diego

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