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

Live well Center Groundbreaking

BLACK EDUCATORS TAKE ON

Hesitancy as Gov. Newsom Issues

COVID Vaccination Mandate

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By Aldon Thomas Stiles California Black Media As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers on with Black Californians still lagging behind on getting fully vaccinated, leaders in the state, including Gov. Newsom, are taking steps to push more people to get the shot. It is the most effective way, public health experts say, to end the global public health crisis.

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County officials and community members break ground at the new Live Well Center located at Euclid Avenue and Market Street on the former Tubman-Chavez Community Center lot. Photo: Mike Norris

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What does being

PUBLIC HEALTH ORDER &

Covid-19 Updates

Afro-Latinx mean?

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Covid-19 cases in southeast 8,954

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4,421 92139 SOURCE: County of San Diego a/o 9/29/21

Monterey Jazz Hits Social Justice Vibe

Lincoln Homecoming Game

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CA COVID-19 Rent Relief Program

Still Accepting Applications Voice & Viewpoint Newswire Although California’s statewide eviction moratorium ended on September 30, 2021, the California COVID19 Rent Relief program, put on by the State of California Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency, is still available to help those struggling with paying off past due rent and utility bills. The end of the eviction moratorium means

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that California residents will now be fully responsible for paying past due rent. The CA Rent Relief program, however, will continue to accept applications until all funds are exhausted. Under this program, residents can have up to 100 percent of their past due rents and utility bills paid off. In addition, See RELIEF page 2

Henrietta Lacks estate sues company using her ‘stolen’ cells By Michael Kunzelman Associated Press The estate of Henrietta Lacks sued a biotechnology company on Monday, accusing it of selling cells that doctors at Johns Hopkins Hospital took from the

Black woman in 1951 without her knowledge or consent as part of “a racially unjust medical system.” Tissue taken from the woman's tumor before she died of cervical See LACKS page 2

Attorney Ben Crump, second from left, walks with Ron Lacks, left, Alfred Lacks Carter, third from left, both grandsons of Henrietta Lacks, and other descendants of Lacks, whose cells have been used in medical research without her permission, outside the federal courthouse in Baltimore, Monday, Oct. 4, 2021. They announced during a news conference that Lacks’ estate is filing a lawsuit against Thermo Fisher Scientific for using Lacks’ cells, known as HeLa cells. (AP Photo/Steve Ruark)

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During Hispanic Heritage Month, consider the complex identities within the Latinx community By Laura Onyeneho Word in Black It goes without saying that Blackness and Latinidad aren’t mutually exclusive. The identity of being Black and Hispanic is multifaceted and multidimensional. If you didn’t notice, this is Hispanic Heritage Month, and as we continue to celebrate Latinx history, their contributions to society, and the culture, we often don’t take into consideration the complex identities within the Latinx community. Why celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month without making these complex identities a topic of discussion? What does being “Hispanic” mean? According to the Pew Res e arch C enter survey, one-quarter of all U.S Latinos self-identify as AfroLatinx, Afro-Caribbean or of African descent with roots in Latin America. At times, we are accustomed to clumping together roughly 62 million people with ancestry in Brazil, Cuba, Honduras,

El Salvador, Columbia, Guatemala, the Dominican Republic (the list goes on) under one umbrella of being Hispanic, that we forget to ask what they truly identify themselves as. For four Houston-based Afro-Latinx members, racism, white supremacy, lack of education and exposure to the Afro-Latinx reality are some of the few issues impacting the community at large. Here’s what AfroLatinx in America means to them.

Let the People Be Heard “To me, being Afro-Latinx is being proud in your Blackness as a Spanish person. Often times I was told I either wasn’t “Black Enough” or “Latina Enough.” With having African and Latin roots, I descend from two powerful groups of people African American and See AFRO-LATINX page 2

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION Mandate:

Afro-Latinx:

Relief:

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Across California’s 58 counties, about 60% of the state’s population has been fully vaccinated. Black people account for about 5.8% of California's population and 4% of those who have been vaccinated. To help slow the spread of COVID-19, Newsom signed an executive order late last month to extend telehealth services. Then, last week, the governor also made vaccines mandatory for all students at public and private schools. California’s school vaccination mandate will take effect for students enrolled in grades 7 through 12 one semester after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approves the vaccine for children 12 and older. The mandate will also apply to children under 12 after a vaccine is approved for that age group. “The state already requires that students are vaccinated against viruses that cause measles, mumps, and rubella – there’s no reason why we wouldn’t do the same for COVID19. Today’s measure, just like our first-in-the-nation school masking and staff vaccination requirements, is about protecting our children and school staff, and keeping them in the classroom,” Newsom said. “Vaccines work.” It’s why California leads the country in preventing school closures and has the lowest case rates. We encourage other states to follow our lead to keep our kids safe and prevent the spread of COVID-19.”

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cancer became the first human cells to be successfully cloned. Reproduced infinitely ever since, HeLa cells have become a cornerstone of modern medicine, enabling countless scientific and medical innovations, including the development of the polio vaccine, genetic mapping and even COVID19 vaccines. Lacks' cells were harvested and developed long before the advent of consent procedures used in medicine and scientific research today, but lawyers for her family say Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., of Waltham, Massachusetts, has continued to commercialize the results well after the origins of the HeLa cell line became well known. “It is outrageous that this company would think that they have intellectual rights property to their grandmother's cells. Why is it they have intellectual rights to her cells and can benefit billions of dollars when her family, her flesh and blood, her Black children, get nothing?” one of the family's attorneys, Ben Crump, said Monday at a news conference outside the federal courthouse in Baltimore. Johns Hopkins said it never sold or profited from the cell lines, but many companies

Last month, Black educators from around the state met at the Reef Restaurant in Long Beach. One of their items on their agenda was getting to the bottom of why some Black Californians remain reluctant to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The event, themed “Vaccine Hesitancy: Understanding the Science and Getting people to Trust It,” was a presentation held during a meeting co-hosted by the California Association of African American S u p e r i nt e n d e nt s and Administrators (CAASA), along with along with the Los Angeles County Alliance of Black School Educators and the National Coalition. In the process, participants said they wanted to provide some historical context. Lillie Tyson Head, daughter of a survivor of the United States Public Health Service Syphilis Study in Tuskegee, talked about the far-reaching damage caused by the controversial and unethical research project. “The men were told that they had ‘bad blood’ and that they would receive treatment,” Head said. “They were never told they were in a study and the intent of the study.” She said the federal government study fostered distrust among African Americans of the health care system. “Forty-nine years after the study was exposed and 89 years after the study began, people, particularly in the African American communities, distrust certain medhave patented ways of using them. Crump said these distributors have made billions from the genetic material “stolen” from Lacks' body. Another family attorney, Christopher Seeger, hinted at related claims against other companies. Thermo Fisher Scientific “shouldn't feel too alone because they're going to have a lot of company soon,” Seeger said. The lawsuit asks the court to order Thermo Fisher Scientific to “disgorge the full amount of its net profits obtained by commercializing the HeLa cell line to the Estate of Henrietta Lacks.” It also wants Thermo Fisher Scientific to be permanently enjoined from using HeLa cells without the estate's permission. On its website, the company says it generates approximately $35 billion in annual revenue. A company spokesman reached by telephone didn't immediately comment on the lawsuit. HeLa cells were discovered to have unique properties. While most cell samples died shortly after being removed from the body, her cells survived and thrived in laboratories. This exceptional quality made it possible to cultivate her cells indefinitely — they became known as the first immortalized human cell line — making it possible for scientists

ical treatment and medical research. And they are using this study as reasons for hesitating getting vaccinated or refusing to get vaccinated at all,” Head said. Dr. Oliver Brooks, Chief Medical Officer at the Watts Healthcare Center, said there are built-in biases in the medical system that contribute to African American skepticism. “There are studies showing that African Americans are less likely to get cardiac studies and procedures, stents versus just medication. They get less treatment for pain when they come in with sickle cell and other injuries like femur fractures,” he said., “The mistrust with the medical system is valid. It is a decision based primarily on mistrust of the vaccine and mistrust with the healthcare system.” Head also encouraged people to get vaccinated although she acknowledged that she understood why some Black people remain hesitant. “How fortunate and blessed we are to know about the types of COVID vaccines that are available today,” Head said. “Why then should we deny ourselves getting vaccinated? We all have the opportunity to be informed, receive advice from professionals we trust and understand how we can protect ourselves by getting vaccinated.” California Black Media’s coverage of COVID-19 is supported by the California Health Care Foundation.

Puerto Rican. I understand the trials and tribulations both my ancestors faced and the issues people of today battle. It makes me overjoyed to identify with being Afro-Latinx. Being Afro-Latinx in America is showing people that Spanish people are not only fair skin we come in all colors, shapes, and sizes. That Afro-Latina’s deserve to check both boxes on questioners and not just one. Afro-Latinos are strong trailblazing people who have all overcome so much adversity to be where they are today.” (Stavana Blackmon) “Being Afro-Latina means that we are blended in different shades of brown, white and come with different hair textures. That we are not all that you see on tv that all Latinos have nice thick “Spanish” hair. Being an Afro-Latina in American means that I continue to represent my country and my culture to the future generations.” (Julissa Martinez) “It means that you come from a Latin country with African ancestry and people should learn that every person from or of Latin American descent comes in more shapes and colors than what is portrayed on tv or movies. We have people with rich and deep history” (Emma Tavarez) Being/identifying as AfroLatina is a way to honor my roots/culture by embracing all that makes me who I am. There is a lesson in not resorting to judging an individual by the color of their skin. The Latino color spectrum is vast – leaving an onlooker in awe when hearing a dark skin

toned Afro-Latina(o) speak in their native tongue. (Constance Luna) “To be Afro-Latina for me is to be aware that you sometimes represent two different communities of people. The Latin/Hispanic community is very diverse, but sometimes society puts us in a box. We only see the representation of the same type of Hispanic/Latin people in the media, whether it’s the JLO, Shakira, or Sofia Vergara type. I come from a Dominican family with a diverse range of “tones”. Growing up I realized that I was the same color as many Black/ African Americans, but was always told it wasn’t the same. Of course, growing up I realized that we share the same past and ancestors, we just ended up with a slightly different path/history/culture. Over the years I’ve learned to be aware of this, mostly due to the fact that as a POC living in the South, many people would not assume I am Hispanic based on how I look. Contrary to what some may believe, the term Afro-Latino/a/x is not a new term. It’s been around. I want people to know that this is a group that sometimes may have a hard time trying to represent two communities, while at the same time feel like they don’t fully belong in either. I want people to be aware that they can’t expect all Afro-Latinos to think the same way about what it means to be Afro-Latino.” (Corallys Ortiz) This post was originally published on Defender Network.

anywhere to reproduce studies using identical cells.

Starting October 1, 2021, renters who receive a notice to “pay or quit” can still be protected from eviction under the following conditions, according to the California Department of Housing and Community Development: • If the notice for unpaid rent is between March 1, 2020 and September 30, 2021, renters must give a signed declaration of financial distress related to COVID-19 to their landlord within 15 business days of getting the notice to “pay or quit.” • Landlords must apply for the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program in all cases before they are allowed to proceed with an eviction lawsuit against the renter. • If renter’s apply for the Rent Relief program within 15 business days of receiving a “pay or quit” notice OR notification that the landlord has started an application on their behalf, the eviction process will be stopped while their application is being processed. Applying for the Rent Relief program is easy; once renters have filled out the application, their landlords will be contacted and a case manager will be assigned. Once approved, the state will pay the past due rent and utility bills, either directly to the landlord or to the renter, while utility payments will be sent to the utility provider. For more information or to apply for the CA COVID-19 Rent Relief program, visit housing.ca.gov

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The remarkable science involved — and the impact on the Lacks family, some of whom suffered from chronic i l lness es without health insurance — were documented in a 2010 b ests elling b o ok, “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks.” Oprah Winfrey portrayed her daughter in an HBO movie about the story. The lawsuit was filed exactly 70 years after the day she died, on Oct. 4, 1951. “The exploitation of Henrietta Lacks represents the unfortunately common struggle experienced by Black people throughout history,” the suit says. “Indeed, Black suffering has fueled innumerable medical progress and profit, without just compensation or recognition. Various studies, both documented and undocumented, have thrived off the dehumanization of Black people.”

renters who have completed an application will have continued state eviction protections from October 1, 2021 through March 31, 2022.

A group of white doctors at Johns Hopkins in the 1950s preyed on Black women with cervical cancer, cutting away tissue samples from their patients' cervixes without their patients’ knowledge or consent, the lawsuit says. Johns Hopkins Medicine says it reviewed its interactions with Lacks and her family over more than 50 years after the 2010 publication Rebecca Skloot's book. It says it “has never sold or profited from the discovery or distribution of HeLa cells and does not own the rights to the HeLa cell line,” but it has acknowledged an ethical responsibility.

Descendants of Henrietta Lacks say a prayer with attorneys outside the federal courthouse in Baltimore, Monday, Oct. 4, 2021. (Photo: AP_Steve Ruark)

Shobita Parthasarathy, a University of Michigan professor of public policy who has researched issues around intellectual property in biotechnology, said the lawsuit

comes at a time when Lacks' family is likely to have a sympathetic audience for their claims. “We are at a moment, not just after the murder of George Floyd but also the

pandemic, where we have seen structural racism in action in all sorts of places,” she said. “We keep talking about a racial reckoning, and that racial reckoning is happening in science and medicine, as well.”

Crump, a Floridabased civil rights attorney, has risen to national prominence representing the families of Trayvon Martin, Michael B r ow n , Breonna Taylor and George Floyd -- Black people whose deaths at the hands of police and vigilantes helped revitalize a national movement toward police reform and racial justice. Seeger, a New Jersey-based corporate litigator, has See LACKS page 6

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION

“We The People”: Pro-Life Should Really The Solution To Our Problems Mean Pro Life By Dr. John E. Warren, Publisher The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint

While a great deal of time and attention is being given to the many sins and acts of evil by Republicans and the Ultra Right who believe that their privileges are greater than our democracy, it is important to remember that “We the People” hold the keys to our own deliverance. There are more of us than them as evidenced by the last election which placed President Joe Biden in the White House instead of a second term for Trump. The Bible says “we have not because we ask not, and when we ask, we ask for the wrong things”. Lawrence O’Donnell, an MSNBC Commentator, recently pointed out that “we” are responsible for Donald Trump being able to appoint three judges to the U.S. Supreme Court. As he indicated, it started when we, the democrats, didn’t bother to vote in past presidential elections that allowed the Regans, the Bushes and the Trumps to be in position to stack the Court with conservative right wingers. You will remember that when Trump was running against Clinton, the Christian Right and Ultra Conservative Right were not concerned with his sexual sins, only having him in position to appoint judges to the Highest Court in the land because it would influence policy for decades to come. Now the ball is back in the court of “We the people”, if we choose to

By David W. Marshall Founder of TRB: The Reconciled Body

take it. We the people out number the conservative Ultra White element that would end democracy. We the people, whether Democrat or Independent, have sufficient numbers to out vote any conservative wave and laws of voter suppression are now being put on the books. It was this kind of voter turnout that elected two Democratic U.S. Senators from the State of Georgia, in spite of the Trump effort to undermine the voter turnout of the state.

B elhaven is a small rural town located along the coast of eastern North Carolina. This majority-African American community has a median income which is three times less than the state median. Many of its approximately 1,700 residents lack health insurance. From 2005 to 2017, Adam O’Neal served as the town’s Republican elected mayor in this largely Democratic community. And like so many rural communities around the nation, in 2015 Belhaven experienced the closure of its one and only hospital which served over 20,000 people throughout a two county area. The 65-year old hospital closed in part to the decision of the governor and state legislature to reject the expansion of Medicaid under Obamacare.

When we look at the characters that are holding the U.S. Senate hostage and refusing to live up to their oath to “Protect and Defend the Constitution of the United States”, then we have an obligation to organize and vote them out of office. When we see the U.S. Supreme Court set on rolling back Civil Rights gains, Roe vs. Wade, gun control and a host of other issues that will be before this Court this term, we have the right to petition the Congress to pass legislation to overturn the Supreme Court decisions, which is the check and balances guaranteed by the Constitution. We have options that represent an alternative to the suppression and undermining of democracy by the Ultra Right. We must find candidates to run against those who are opposed to democracy and refuse to work with the very people they are elected to represent.

Last year, rural hospital closures hit a record high with 20 closed in 2020. Throughout the United States, 136 rural hospitals have closed since 2010, according to the Cecil G. Sheps Center for Health Services Research. Over the past decade, the state of Texas leads the nation with 21 rural hospital closures. The COVID19 pandemic is now producing even more financial pressure and further threatening the ability of rural hospitals to maintain healthcare services.

We the people can make the difference. We just have to focus and decide that the other side will not prevail on our watch.

Even with the backdrop of strug-

gling hospitals, lawmakers such as Texas governor Greg Abbott previously failed to give hospital relief by following recommendations by federal health officials. Those recommendations would have reduced the surge of new patient hospitalizations. Most of those individuals now being hospitalized are unvaccinated. Many hospitals are exceeding their capacity and stretching their staff beyond limits. Ironically, many state governors and legislators who reject mandating vaccines and the wearing of masks actually call themselves “pro-life”. For these lawmakers and their ardent supporters, “pro-life” is conditional and tied to only one issue, abortion. When you look up the definition of “pro-life” it refers to the right to life and advocating the legal protection of human embryos and fetuses. This limited version of “pro-life” is driven more by ideology and culture. Which explains why many people vote solely on the issue of abortion. Pro-life should really mean the protection of all life by having the unconditional quality of being humane to all people in all situations. Meaning when you hear that 634,250 individuals in the U.S. died of COVID-19, you encourage people to get vaccinated as a means of protecting life and limiting further deaths. If

you were truly pro-life then one should promote mask wearing in public indoor spaces and urge universal masking in schools. If you were truly pro-life then you would fully understand that black lives matter. And lastly, if you were truly pro-life you would follow the example of the former mayor Adam O’Neal. Six days after the closure of the Belhaven hospital, a local resident unable to make it to the nearest hospital by helicopter, died of a heart attack. As a result, the Republican mayor made an unpopular pro-life decision which was beyond the issue of abortion. He took a 15-day, 273 mile walk to Washington DC to draw attention to the failure of Republican leaders in his state to accept the Medicaid funding the hospital needed in order to remain operational. “If the governor and the legislature don’t want to accept Medicaid expansion, they need to come up with another program to assure that rural hospitals don’t close,” O’Neal said. Otherwise, he continued, “they’re allowing people to die to prove a point. That is wrong, and I’m not going to be a party to that.” Pro-life is more than ideology. It means at times you put aside race, economic class and blind party loyalty in order to unconditionally protect and preserve all lives.

Medicare Restrictions on Obesity Care Perpetuate Harmful Stigmas By Tammy Boyd and Dr. Michael Knight Congress may soon enact a historic expansion of Medicare benefits to include services like dental, vision, and hearing. For millions of seniors, access to these services will be life changing. But a critical issue is missing from the conversation around Medicare expansion, with serious consequences for millions of Americans nation’s health. Congress must also prioritize care for obesity, a national epidemic, dire health equity issue, and leading comorbidity for serious cases of COVID-19. Not only does obesity impact 1-in-3 Americans, it also takes a disproportionate toll on communities of color since almost half of Black Americans are living with obesity. Obesity is also a leading risk factor for COVID-19; 78% of people who were hospitalized, placed on a ventilator, or died from the pandemic were overweight or living with obesity. And we know

that COVID-19 disproportionately impacts Black and Latino communities, who are nearly three times as likely to be hospitalized for severe cases of COVID-19 than whites. In short, obesity is a life-or-death issue, but Medicare restrictions on obesity care perpetuate outdated, dangerous, and, frankly, discriminatory laws that disenfranchise millions of Americans and block access to safe and effective treatment options. Many people don’t know that when Medicare Part D was first passed in 2003, the nation wrongly viewed obesity as a chosen lifestyle. In the intervening years, the medical community caught up with the science and in 2013, the American Medical Association took the historic step of designating obesity as a disease requiring treatment and medical attention. Despite this decision, Medicare

rules remain dangerously out of step. Today, obesity care is on a short list of excluded drug categories, including hair loss drugs, erectile dysfunction medication, and cold and flu treatments. These categories were meant to exclude cosmetic or traditionally over-thecounter treatments when Part D was passed, yet instead they deny people life-saving obesity care, with far-reaching health implications on Black and Latinx communities. Along with intensive behavioral therapy, studies show that anti-obesity medications lead to clinically meaningful weight loss of up to 15%. Without action from policymakers, patients will not have access to these new therapies, since weight loss medications are rarely prescribed to eligible patients. As COVID-19 worsens, this lack of access to the full continuum of care for obesity puts our entire community at increased risk from the pandemic, especially

communities of color. Congress must, and can, take action to right this injustice. Obesity care must be part of the conversation around Medicare expansion, including in the ongoing negotiations around budget reconciliation. The solution is simple, since legislation already exists to fix this problem: The Treat and Reduce Obesity Act, bipartisan legislation that would provide the full continuum of care and relief for the many seniors living with obesity, making their lives safer and healthier. As part of a new nationwide Obesity Care Now campaign, an effort by 25+ obesity care advocacy groups, including the Black Women’s Health Imperative, the YMCA, and others, we are leading the fight to modernize policies and actively working with Congress to provide obesity care, save lives, and pass TROA now.

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As lifelong advocates for healthy Black communities, this issue is personal. Over the past 18 months, we have seen friends, family, and community members impacted by obesity and the pandemic. Now, with the rising Delta variant, the threat is only getting worse. We cannot address all of the pandemic related issues affecting the Black community, but we can take action to provide obesity care now to those in need. Tammy Boyd is the Chief Policy Officer & Senior Counsel for Black Women’s Health Imperative. She leads the strategic policy and government affairs direction for the organization. Dr. Michael Knight is board certified in internal medicine and obesity medicine, and practices clinically at the GW Medical Faculty Associates in Washington, D.C.

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IN MORE LOCAL NEWS Encouraged to Apply for Arts Funding Opportunities for FY23 now open, online workshops available

Assemblymember Weber Asks Locals to Submit Bill Ideas

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The City of San Diego has released guidelines for two funding opportunities to support arts and culture activities, programming and projects that will take place between July 1, 2022, and June 30, 2023.

Assemblymember Dr. Akilah Weber’s office is launching the “There Ought to Be

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Guidelines for the funding opportunities can be found at sandiego.gov/arts-culture/funding and deadline to apply is Oct. 31, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. “The City’s funding program helps to cultivate a dynamic, diverse, and inclusive arts and cultural ecosystem,” said Jonathon Glus, Executive Director of the City’s Commission for Arts and Culture. The first of the funding opportunities is the City’s Organizational Support Program (OSP), which provides general operational support to nonprofit arts and culture organizations for delivery of activities and programming that positively impact San Diego’s quality of life and tourism, and provide direct access and increased opportunities for excellence in culture and the arts.

Funding for OSP and CCSD comes from the Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT), a tax collected from visitors to San Diego who stay overnight in hotels, motels and other similar accommodations. The funding is for fiscal year 2023.

In addition to the release of funding opportunities, the City is also looking for artists, cultural practitioners, and arts field professionals from all disciplines and backgrounds throughout North America and Baja California to participate in the panel review process through an open Call for Panelists. If selected, eligible individuals may be called to serve on the funding application review panels for the fiscal year 2023 funding cycle, and contribute to supporting the impact arts and culture organizations have on communities throughout San Diego. For more information about how to apply as a potential panelist, visit sandiego.gov/arts-culture/ funding/panelists.

URGENT COMMUNITY ALERT Law enforcement officials from across the county are warning the public about a sharp increase in overdose deaths connected to the highly potent and often deadly drug, fentanyl.

More than 230 people have died so far this year.

From October 1st through November 1st, 2021, locals may submit legislative proposals at https://a79.asmdc. org/t here-oug ht-b e-law. All proposals will undergo a rigorous vetting process by Assemblymember Weber and staff. Submitters will be notified if the

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Creative Communities San Diego (CCSD) is the second funding source. CCSD provides project support in San Diego neighborhoods that engage diverse communities in arts, culture and creativity, and that contribute to a more accessible and sustainable creative ecosystem. Projects produced by organizations that do not hold tax-exempt nonprofit status may be eligible to apply for funding using a fiscal sponsor.

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The Library Shop Makes 5th Annual Story Contest Free to Locals

$5 entry fee waived, contest open Oct. 1 through Nov. 15 Voice & Viewpoint Newswire The Library Shop, the book and gift shop located inside the Downtown Central Library that caters to book and library lovers, has announced that its fifth annual Matchbook Story Contest will be free to enter. The intent is to ensure more San Diegans can participate and be given a platform to share their stories. This year’s contest opens on October 1, 2021 and will be accepting submissions until November 15, 2021. The Matchbook Story Contest is San Diego’s shortest short story contest that calls on San Diego writers to submit creative stories short enough to fit inside the cover of a matchbook. The winning short

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A Law” program for residents of the 79th Assembly District to submit ideas for new laws. Constituent input is a vital part of creating legislation that helps all Californians and San Diegans alike.

story, as in year’s past, will be printed on limited edition matchbooks available for purchase at the Library Shop and all proceeds will support the San Diego Public Librar y System. Additional prizes include a $50 Library Shop gift card, 50 matchbooks, publication in Library Connections and an exhibition in the Hervey Family Rare Book Room at the Central Library @ Joan Λ Irwin Jacobs Common. For the past four years, the Library Shop has received more than 800 short story entries for its Matchbook Story Contest, each requiring a traditional $5 entry fee. Recognizing the entry fee excludes storytellers of diverse backgrounds and incomes, the Library Shop will no longer require it.

As a result, organizers hope that the contest will become more widely accessible for storytellers – one that is more equitable and likely to feature stories from diverse voices. The winning story is selected by the Librar y Shop’s blue ribbon panel of past Matchbook Story Contest winners. To enter the contest, visit the Library Shop’s Matchbook Story Contest webpage at www.libraryshopsd.org/shortstory. The winner will be announced live on December 8, 2021 during the Second Annual Shorties, a virtual awards gala celebrating outstanding contest entries. To register for the Second Annual Shorties visit www.crowdcast.io/e/shorties2/register.

San Diego’s Minimum Wage Increases to $15 on Jan. 1 Increase Applies to All Employees Who Work Within the City of San Diego Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

ward payment of minimum wage.

Effective Jan. 1, 2022, employees who perform at least two hours of work in one or more calendar weeks of the year within the geographic boundaries of the City of San Diego will receive a minimum wage increase from $14 to $15 an hour. The change is in accordance with the City’s Earned Sick Leave and Minimum Wage Ordinance that was approved in 2016 and authored by Mayor Todd Gloria when he served on the City Council.

Updated notices for posting at the workplace are available on the City’s Minimum Wage Program web page at www.sandiego.gov/treasurer/minimum-wage-program. Every employer must post these notices in a conspicuous place at any workplace or job site.

The ordinance is applicable to all industries and businesses and there are no exceptions. Tips and gratuities do not count to-

Employees will continue to earn sick leave, either by the accrual or “front load” method, in accordance with the ordinance. Employees may use earned sick leave

for all the reasons described in the ordinance, which includes, but is not limited to, time for their own medical care or for the medical care of a family member. Employers may limit an employee’s use of earned sick leave to 40 hours in a benefit year. Anyone who believes an employer is violating the ordinance is encouraged to file a complaint in writing with the City’s Minimum Wage Program at www. sandiego.gov/treasurer/minimum-wage-program.

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California Takes Step to Return Land to Black Couple’s Heirs By Stefanie Dazio Associated Press Nearly a centur y ago, white leaders of a Southern California city robbed a Black family of their prime beachfront land and legacy. Descendants of Willa and Charles Bruce — including the couple’s great-great grandson — returned to the scene of the crime in Manhattan Beach on Thursday to watch Gov. Gavin Newsom sign the law that allows ownership of the property to be transferred back to the family. The move was hailed as a major milestone in the fight for reparations and the return of lands stolen from people of color. “There are other families waiting for this very day, to have

their land returned to them,” Patricia Bruce, a cousin of Willa and Charles Bruce, told The Associated Press. Amid rampant forced segregation in 1912, the Bruces built the first West Coast resort for Black people. Situated along what became one of Southern California’s signature beaches fronted by rows of multimillion-dollar homes, it included a lodge, café, dance hall and dressing tents. The Bruces and their patrons faced constant racism and harassment. There even was an attempt to burn the resort down. The Manhattan Beach City Council eventually used eminent domain to take the land from the Bruces in the 1920s, purportedly for use as a park.

Yet the land lay unused for years until was transferred to the state in 1948. In 1995, it was transferred to Los Angeles County for beach operations. It came with restrictions limiting the ability to sell or transfer the property, which could only be lifted through a new state law. The legislation unanimously approved by state lawmakers was necessary to allow the start of the complex legal process of transferring ownership of what was once known as Bruce’s Beach. “The journey here was far from easy,” said Kavon Ward, a Black resident who learned of the property’s history and founded Justice for Bruce’s Beach.

LA MAYORAL RACE:

Black Women Leaders “Provide Cover” for Rep. Karen Bass By Tanu Henry California Black Media

Rep. Karen Bass, who represents the 37th district in Los Angeles, CA, is pictured here in June 25, 2020, during a Capitol Hill news conference in Washington, D.C. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster).

Rep. Karen Bass (D-CA37) has announced that she is running to be the first woman mayor of Los Angeles – and the second African American to serve as CEO of California’s largest city. A few days after her ann ouncement, an influential group of about 45 civic, political, academic and business leaders called the California Black Women Collective joined hands on a Zoom call for what the meeting’s host Kellie Todd Griffin called “a party” to support the mayoral candidacy of the sitting, six-term U.S. Congresswoman. Griffin, the Senior Vice President of Commu nications and External Affairs at the California Health Medical Reserve Corps, is a Los Angeles area-based organizer and entrepreneur known in California’s political circles for her outspoken advocacy for African American issues. Bass thanked the women on the call for their support, and said one reason she decided to run for the Assembly was the fact that there were no Black women serving in the state legislature at the time. “It is all this energy, love and spirit that will allow me to go on this journey and the idea that you will walk with me on this journey – this will be the toughest journey I’ve ever been on, so from the bottom of my heart, I can’t thank you enough,” she said. Bass went on to explain some of the reasons she is running for mayor. “LA is in crisis,” she emphasized. “LA is in a crisis because we have 40,000 people living on the streets. And, if I include Compton,

which is part of the county, there is 20,000 more people. That is 60,000 people who are without shelter on any given night. Unfortunately, in the city of Los Angeles, Black folks are 9 % of the population and 40 % of the people who are homeless. This is a humanitarian crisis.” Bass, who said she is driven when people are front-andcenter in her policymaking, urged her colleagues to implement smarter and longer-term solutions to address stubborn issues like homelessness -- instead of opting to adopt temporary quick fixes. “It is not okay to arrest our people. That is not a solution,” Bass said. “It is not okay to get rid of the encampments and just move them into areas where the communities do not have the resources to challenge it in court. That is not okay.” Bass asked, “Why can’t we in the nation’s second largest city — that has the wealth — figure out how to house 40,000 people?” The women on the call also promised to back Bass with their financial support, launching a challenge to each woman to donate $50 per week for 15 weeks. “So far, in Los Angeles, this is our Tom Bradley moment,” said Los Angeles County Supervisor Holly Mitchell,

referring to the city’s first African American mayor, who was elected in 1973. So far, U.S. Reps Pete Aguilar (D-CA-31), Judy Chu (D-CA-27), Mike Levin (D-CA-49), Ted Lieu (D-CA-33), Alan Lowenthal (D-CA-47), Katie Porter (D-CA-45), Lucille RoybalAllard (D-CA-40) and Juan Vargas (D-CA-51) have all pledged their support for Bass. At least 30 Southern California political leaders have done the same, including Sen. Steve Bradford (D-Gardena); Sen. Sydney Kamlager (D-Los Angeles); LA County Supervisors Holly Mitchell and Sheila Kuehl; and LA City Councilmen Mike Bonin, Marqueece HarrisDawson, Curren Price and Mark Ridley-Thomas. Before leaving the meeting early to cast votes in Congress, Bass described what her candidacy for mayor will look like. “It will be a grassroots campaign that brings the city together,” she said. “Black, Brown, White, Asian – brings everybody together. We are going to formally launch with a grassroots kickoff on Saturday, Oct. 16. Although I’m running to win, it will also be an opportunity to build a movement: getting people excited, energized and involved.”

Ward also cofounded W h e r e Is A Bruce's Beach monument is pictured here in Manhattan Beach, CA. Gov. Gavin Newsom signed legislation Sept. 30, 2021, to enable the transfer of ownership of prime Southern California beachfront property My Land, an Thursday, to heirs of a Black couple who built a small resort for Black people in the early 1900s but were harassed and organization finally stripped of the land by local city leaders. (Dean Musgrove/The Orange County Register via AP). t h at ai ms an upscale Los Angeles seaCounty Supervisor Janice to return land taken from side suburb, the population Hahn, who led a governBlack Americans and get of 35,000 is more than 84% ment push to transfer the restitution. The organization white and 0.8% Black, the land, said the heirs would is looking at several other almost certainly be millioncity website says. This year, unspecified projects, includaires now if the property had the City Council formally ing one in California, to see not been taken. condemned the efforts of if its goals are possible. their early 20th century pre“The law was used to steal With a half-dozen descendecessors to displace the this property 100 years ago, dants of the couple present Bruces and several other and the law today will give it Thursday, Newsom apoloBlack families. back,” Hahn said. gized for how the land was The county, meanwhile, taken before signing the bill Newsom said the Bruces has outlined steps needed during a ceremony at the could have become like other to move forward with the property. leading Southern California transfer, including assessentrepreneurs, like the Getty “The Bruces have found ing the value of the parcels family that garnered fame mercy in the unfailing and trying to find a means for its oil wealth and art collove of Jesus Christ,” said to lessen the tax burden on lection. Anthony Bruce, the family’s the heirs. The county also great-great grandson, as he needs to vet the legal heirs of The Bruces’ property along read a prayer during the certhe Bruces and possibly find the south shore of Santa emony. a new site for the lifeguard Monica Bay encompasses training headquarters. One two parcels. Newsom suggested the move option would have the heirs could be the start of broader lease the land back to the The county’s lifeguard trainreparations. county for continued use. ing headquarters building sits there now, along a scenic “This can be catalytic,” he Patricia Bruce, 65, of beach walkway called The said. “What we’re doing here Hawthorne, said the family Strand that is lined with luxtoday can be done and replihas not yet decided what it ury homes overlooking the cated anywhere else.” will do with the property. beach. In Manhattan Beach,

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HEALTHY LIVING Free Healthier Living with How to Make an mpact This National Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Workshops Voice & Viewpoint Newswire The County of San Diego’s Health & Human Services Aging & Independence division is offering several virtual and telephonic Healthier Living with Diabetes workshops. Developed by Stanford University, this evidence-based program meets 2.5 hours once a week for six consecutive weeks. The classes focus on support, skill development, sharing and building confidence to manage a chronic health challenge. Participants learn how to set goals for their health and stick to them, read food labels and meal plans, manage stress and difficult emotions, talk with their healthcare provider about symptoms, and more.

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Fun, Fashionable Trends for Fall While comfort reigns supreme in fashion and accessories, the transition to the cooler months offers opportunities for fun, statement-making outfits for the new season. The good news is that there’s no need to overhaul an entire closet. Instead, there are plenty of on-trend colors, styles and patterns that can be incorporated into an existing wardrobe for a comfortable and casual look. Simple clothing choices paired with the latest footwear make getting dressed easy and fun. Whether walking around the neighborhood, enjoying the outdoors or cheering for a favorite football team, here are some tips on how to stay comfy and on-trend this season. • Animal Prints: In the past, mixing patterns was taboo, but according to Alyson Stanley, buyer for national retailer Rack Room Shoes, it’s now encouraged. From high-top sneakers to booties, casual footwear with animal prints serve as a neutral accessory that can be mixed and paired with any item in the closet. • Athletic Styles: Forgoing the traditional or “core” running shoe, brands

such as Adidas, Converse, Nike and Vans have introduced updates to their classic offerings. While still inspired by an athletic lifestyle, variations in color, height, patterns and textures accommodate the growing trend for casual wear, especially during the cooler months. • Boots: Boots, such as chunky Chelsea boots, Dr. Martens combat boots and ankle booties with block heels, are front-andcenter as the most versatile pieces for fall. While brown or black boots are wardrobe staples, this season offers new opt ions in updated colors, including navy, burgundy and leopard. “The best thing is that there aren’t any rules when it comes to wearing boots. It’s all about mixing it up,” says Stanley. “They can be paired with skinny pants and a clever

With a few simple wardrobe tweaks and updates, embracing fall fashion trends can be simple, easy and fun. (StatePoint)

represented thousands of former NFL players in a class action settlement over concussions and was a lead negotiator of Volkswagen's $21 billion diesel emissions settlement with car owners. Therue from four business segments: life sciences, analytical instruments, specialty diagnostics, and laboratory products and services. One of Henrietta Lacks'

grandsons, Lawrence Lacks Jr., said at Monday's news conference that the family is “united” behind the case. “It’s about time,” said L acks. “Seventy years later, we

One way to ensure that your purchases are making the impact you think they will is by shopping with Komen’s Annual Live Pink program. This year, Komen has partnered with more than 25 companies, and the lineup of products and services avail-

For other purchases you make this National Breast Cancer Awareness Month that make charitable claims, Susan G. Komen recommends asking the following questions:

What charity is the program supporting? Do promotional materials about the product or service clearly and conspicuously state this information?

How will the benefitting charity use the dona-

tion? You should be made aware where your money is going and what charitable programs your purchase will support. Funds raised to benefit Komen, for example, go to support the organization’s advocacy for breast cancer patients, investments in research and a number of direct patient care services.

How is the program structured? What percentage or exact amount of the proceeds will go to the charity? Will the company be making a minimum or maximum donation to the charity? Shop only with companies that offer transparency with regards to program details and how donations are structured. By shopping savvy this October, you can support the fight against breast cancer and ensure your purchases are making the biggest impact possible. (StatePoint)

How Playtime Can Teach Important Values Playtime is not only fun, it can also be an opportunity to teach children important values and help them learn to give back. Here are three ideas for infusing a philanthropic mindset into fun.

Eco-Friendly Play

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This April 26, 2007, file photo, shows the exterior of Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., in Waltham, Mass. The estate of Henrietta Lacks sued a pharmaceutical company on Monday, Oct. 4, 2021, that it says has been selling cells that doctors at Johns Hopkins took from the Black woman from Maryland in 1951 without her knowledge or consent. The federal lawsuit filed Monday in Baltimore says Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., of Rockville, Maryland, knowingly mass produced and sold tissue that was taken from Lack. (Photo: AP/Stephan Savoia)

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“Determining if a given pro duc t s old dur ing October actually benefits a breast cancer charity, is not always easy,” says Sarah Rosales, vice president of Corporate Partnerships at Susan G. Komen, the world’s leading breast cancer organization.

able includes everything from specially designed clothing and skin care products, to bagels and bikes. By shopping with the brands in the Live Pink portfolio during October, you can help fund research and care services that support people through their breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and beyond. Program details are transparent on the Live Pink site. To learn more and to shop, visit komen.org/livepink.

color-blocking sweater or a plaid button-down with wide-leg jeans. There are limitless options that allow an individual’s unique style to shine through.”

ARTICLE CONTINUATION Lacks:

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual opportunity to spend your dollars on products and services that benefit breast cancer advocacy, research and patient care services. However, experts say that the clutter of pink products on store shelves and online can make savvy shopping a challenge.

mourn Henrietta Lacks, and we will celebrate taking back control of Henrietta Lacks’ legacy. This will not be passed on to another generation of Lackses.”

Try making homemade toys out of upcycled materials and explain how you are reducing your impact on the environment. Play a board game that educates children about endangered species, climate change or threats to habitats. Finally, boost kids’ appreciation for nature by getting outdoors for playtime.

Toys That Give Back Shop with brands that give back. Doing so can be a good way to teach children the importance of helping others in need. For example, Breyer, a brand of toys, is a partner of Covenant House, an organization that provides support for young adults experiencing homelessness in the U.S..

Crafting With Intention Many elderly Americans experience loneliness, particularly those who live alone or away from family. However, knowing there are people out there

who are thinking of them can help combat some of those feelings of isolation. Consider turning your child’s next crafting session into a force for good. From beaded necklaces to watercolors, your child’s artwork can be made into a gift that brightens someone’s day. While some nursing homes are still limiting visits, you can arrange to drop off your goodies or even become a pen pal with a resident. With a little creativity, instilling values of generosity and kindness in your children can happen anytime, even during play. (StatePoint)

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EDUCATION 2021-22 San Diego County Teachers of the Year Announced Five Educators from Around the Region Now in the Running for State Title Voice & Viewpoint Newswire show will air at 9 p.m. Oct. 17 on YurView Network (Cox Channel 4 and 1004 in high definition) and will replay several times in October and November.

Five local educators representing schools in Santee, Lemon Grove, Ramona, Escondido, and Oceanside have been named San Diego County Teachers of the Year. The honorees were announced at a reception Friday night as part of the 31st annual “Salute to Teachers” hosted by Cox Communications.

The 2021-22 San Diego County Teachers of the Year are: • Tiffany Jokerst, West Hills High School, Grossmont Union High School District • Jacquelyn Jourdane, San Altos Elementary School, Lemon Grove School District • Heather McClain, James Dukes Elementary School, Ramona Unified School District • Laura Reyes, Central Elementary School, Escondido Union School District

Teacher Xye Sanders. Photo: San Diego County Office of Education

• Xye Sanders, César Chávez Middle School, Oceanside Unified School District Cox Communications will produce a one-hour “Cox Presents: Salute to Teachers” television special to recognize local teachers, spotlight the teachers of the year, and share highlights from the reception. The

The 2021-22 County Teachers of the Year were chosen from among 33 teachers nominated by their school districts for their commitment to students, teaching, and lifelong learning. The winners were selected based on a review of their applications and interviews by a panel made up of former County Teachers of the Year, school and county office of education administrators, and a PTA representative. They were chosen based on school-community involvement, teaching philosophy, knowledge of current issues and trends in education, promotion and development of the teaching profession, school culture, and ability to serve as ambassadors of education.

SAN DIEGO UNIFIED TO REQUIRE COVID-19 VACCINES Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

San Diego Unified School District (SDUSD) announced last weekt that, in order to protect schools and the community from Covid19, SDUSD staff and students, ages 16 and up, will be required to be fully vaccinated against the virus, under an initiative unanimously approved by the Board of Education on Tuesday, September 28. The vaccine requirement follows similar policies implemented in districts across the state, including the Los Angeles Unified and Oakland school districts, and comes as the spread of Covid-19 continues to raise concerns among health professionals, educators, and families. Many students in the SDUSD have been eligible to receive Covid19 vaccines for several months, but many have not, due to lack of access, among other reasons. State Senator and pediatrician Dr. Richard Pan, D-Sacramento, who chairs the Senate Committee on Health, said the notion that kids are not impacted by Covid-19 is false. “There is a myth out there that children are not affected by Covid. We know that’s not true. Over 500 children have died of Covid in the United States,” Dr. Pan said.

School-age children get sick and contribute to new infections and are also the greatest proportion of unvaccinated in the U.S. More children have been hospitalized recently than any previous time during the pandemic.

Students 16 and older who are not fully vaccinated by December 20 would not be permitted to participate in on-site education and would instead be offered an alternative education program. The FDA has given emergency approval for Covid vaccinations to be administered in the 12-15 age group. San Diego Unified recom-

Monday, October 4, marked the start of the school choice window for the 2022-23 school year at San Diego Unified School District. Families now have the chance to enroll next year in specialty magnet programs or schools outside their neighborhood boundaries. The application window will be open from October 4 through November 15, 2021; all applications are given equal priority regardless of when they are received. The choice program is open to all existing San Diego Unified students, as well as out of district students, and students attending schools in other settings such as

private or charter schools.With San Diego Unified’s new Universal Transitional Kindergarten program, Choice options are expanding to an even younger age group, providing critical education opportunities to the littlest learners at 56 school sites for children who turn four by September 1. Two online Zoom forums will be available to help families with questions they may have. Both forums are scheduled to run from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Interpretation services will be available beginning at 5:15 p.m. Join Zoom Meeting here: https://sandiegounified.zoom. us/j/86018466363 Meeting ID: 860 1846 6363:

“I’m an educator because every day is different, something is always new. It’s fun, challenging, and rewarding, something I was born and blessed to do!” said Xye

Sanders, one of the five local teachers chosen as finalists, in a press release. Sanders teaches grades 7 and 8 at César Chávez Middle School. She was inspired to become an educator after an experience with a teacher who told her that she “never knew a Black person could speak so well before Oprah.” This, along with support from her family, encouraged her to become a teacher, leading her to become one of five teachers that are now in the running for the California state title of Teacher of the Year.

HERE’S WHAT’S REQUIRED UNDER

California school vaccine rules California Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday, Oct. 1 imposed the nation’s first coronavirus vaccination mandate for schoolchildren. But the mandate won’t take effect immediately and won’t apply to all students.

Here are some of the details:

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mends the vaccine for that group, although it won’t be required until full FDA approval is granted. Currently, more than 64 percent of San Diego Unified students 12 and older have received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine, and more than 57 percent are fully vaccinated. SDUSD’s vaccine mandate would require all staff members to get vaccinated, unless they have a bonafide medical or religious exemption. The majority of district staff, an estimated 76 percent, has been fully vaccinated under a district initiative that went into effect earlier this year.

SDUSD School Choice Application Window Now Open Through Nov. Voice & Viewpoint Newswire

The five Teachers of the Year will represent San Diego County in the California Teacher of the Year program. The state winners will be announced next month. Since 1974, 186 teachers have been named San Diego County Teacher of the Year. Of those, 22 were named California Teacher of the Year, and three went on to be named National Teacher of the Year.

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“What we need to do is have a safe school environment so kids can stay in school and get educated, and a vaccine mandate or requirement for staying in school is very important to being able to achieve that goal,” Dr. Pan said. The timeline to receive full Covid19 vaccinations will be based on age groups, aligned with full FDA approval. Currently, the FDA has fully approved vaccinations for children ages 16 and older. Because of that, for those 16 and older who have not yet been vaccinated, SDUSD has set a schedule requiring a first Covid-19 vaccination by November 29 and a second dose by December 20.

Teachers Tiffany Jokerst, Xye Sanders, and Jacquelyn Jourdane. Photo: San Diego County Office of Education

• All elementary through high school students in public and private schools must eventually get the shots if they want in-person instruction. But first the vaccines must get final approval by the federal government for specific age groups. So far that approval only has come for those 16 and up. The federal government has given emergency authorization for those 12 to 15. Once final approval is given for that group — likely within the next few months — then the state will require students in seventh through 12th grades to get vaccinated. • The mandate takes effect the semester after the federal government gives final approval. Newsom expects that to be as early as Jan. 1 but no later than July 1. The mandate for kindergarten through sixth grade will kick in only after the federal government has given final vaccine approval for students ages 5 to 11. • Students can seek religious and medical exemptions, because the new requirements are being imposed by public health reg-

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ulation instead of by law. The California Department of Public Health will have to approve the regulations, including the scope of the exemptions, after a public comment period. • Students who refuse to be vaccinated will have to take independent study courses at home. • California in August became the first state to require that all K-12 public and private school teachers and staff be vaccinated or undergo weekly tests. The new rules eliminate the testing option. All teachers will have to be vaccinated when the mandate kicks in for the children they teach. • Five California school districts already have their own vaccine requirements: Culver City Unified; Los Angeles Unified; Oakland Unified; Piedmont Unified; and San Diego Unified. The rules in Los Angeles, the nation’s second-largest school district, will take effect in January, and Newsom said the state won’t stop other districts that want to move more quickly than the state mandate.

• Wednesday, October 13 • Wednesday, October 27 Personalized consultations are also available for SDUSD families who want to discuss their options with an enrollment specialist, or for those having difficulty with the application process. English and Spanish bilingual staff are available to assist families. Families may call 619-260-2410 Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. All applications received from October 4 - November 15 will be part of the lottery process which is completed in February 2022. Parent notifications of the lottery results will be sent via email in

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS Only Gambia Has Sufficient Plans in Place to Fight Climate Change By Stacy M. Brown NNPA

The U.S. counts among the nations that have failed to meet obligations under the Paris agreement, a legally binding international treaty on climate change. An analysis by the Climate Action Tracker (CAT) concluded

whether nations are sufficient or insufficient on mitigation targets, policies, action, and climate action. President Joe Biden had pledged that the U.S. would cut greenhouse gas emissions by at least half from 2005 levels by 2030.

ratings under its new rating system which rates on a wide range of actions: an overall rating, the domestic target, policies and action, fair share, climate mitigation finance, and land use and forestry. The CAT, which has also begun rating net-

assesses with significant gaps in climate action. “Of particular concern are Australia, Brazil, Indonesia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia, Singapore, Switzerland, and Vietnam: they have failed to lift ambi-

In this Monday, Sept. 14, 2020 photo, Paul Rusesabagina, center, whose story inspired the film “Hotel Rwanda” for saving people from genocide, appears at the Kicukiro Primary Court in the capital Kigali, Rwanda. (AP Photo)

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that the momentum on updating 2030 targets for climate action has stalled since May. The analysis found that the 2030 emissions gap has barely changed. An earlier United Nations report found that the world risks hitting 1.5 degrees celsius of global warming in the coming decades, which would cause extreme events unprecedented in the observational record. The new report also revealed that only the Gambia, the small West African nation, has plans compatible with the Paris Agreement. While the United Kingdom has “almost insufficient” plans, the analysts rated America as “insufficient.” The CAT deter mines

“In May, after the Climate Leaders’ Summit and the Petersburg dialogue, we reported that there appeared to be good momentum with new climate action commitments, but governments then had only closed the emissions gap by up to 14 percent,” said Niklas Höhne, of NewClimate Institute, a CAT partner organization quoted in the report. “Since then, there has been little to no improvement: nothing is moving. Governments have now closed the gap by up to 15 percent, a minimal improvement since May. Anyone would think they have all the time in the world, when in fact the opposite is the case,” Höhne noted. According to the report, the CAT has updated all of the

zero targets, outlined their findings: • Of the 37 countries assessed by the CAT, only one – the Gambia – has an overall climate action that is 1.5°C Paris Agreement compatible. • In another seven, overall climate action is nearly sufficient, meaning they are not consistent with the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C temperature limit but could be with moderate improvements. • Three countries, the EU, Germany, and the U.S., have significantly updated their targets with a raft of new policies. While the U.K.’s domestic target is 1.5˚C compatible, its policies and international support don’t match. • This leaves three-quarters of the countries the CAT

tion at all, submitting the same or even less ambitious 2030 targets than those they put forward in 2015,” said Bill Hare, CEO of Climate Analytics, a CAT partner, quoted in the report. “These countries need to rethink their choice,” Hare continued. “The IPCC has given the world a ‘code red’ warning on the dangers of climate change, reinforcing the urgent need for the world to halve emissions by 2030. An increasing number of people around the world are suffering from ever more severe and frequent impacts of climate change, yet government action continues to lag behind what is needed. While many governments have committed to net zero, without near-term action achieving net zero is virtually impossible,” Hare concluded.

SOYINKA’S LATEST BOOK CALLED A ‘SEARING POLITICAL SATIRE’ OF NIGERIA TODAY Global Information Network The first Black African laureate of the Nobel Prize in Literature has a precious gift for his place of birth. It’s a new book, his first novel in 50 years, scheduled to land on the 60th anniversary of Nigerian independence. “I wanted this to be my present to the nation,” the 87 year old Wole Soyinka told a reporter in a recent interview. “To the people who live here: both the governed and those who govern, the exploiters and the exploited.” “Events around me just reached a kind of crisis point,” he continued. “Society really became insupportable in terms of what one could absorb on a daily basis.” Known for poetry, novels, memoirs and essays, it was Soyinka’s plays that brought him to the world stage and the enemies list of the government. He spent 22 months behind bars in the late 1960s for his efforts to broker peace during the Nigerian civil war.

Then again, two decades later during the era of strongman Gen. Sani Abacha, his activism led him into exile when the environmental activist Ken SaroWiwa was hanged. “Chronicles from the Land of the Happiest People on Earth,” is the unlikely name given to this first novel in nearly half a century. “It combines elements of a murder mystery, a searing political satire and an “Alice in Wonderland”-like modern allegory of power and deceit, writes the Los Angeles Times. “It’s a high-jinks state-ofthe-nation novel that follows a religious leader, a politician, a media baron and a group of university friends as they scheme their way through a version of present-day Nigeria.” “That title came about when I read somewhere a few years ago that Nigerians were among the top 10 happiest people in the world,” he recalled to Chibundu Onuzo, a writer for the UK

Guardian. “And I looked at that statement and thought: “What? Is this the same Nigeria we’re talking about?” So the title is meant to be ironic. It’s certainly not a truthful description of what I encounter on a daily basis or what you see when you pick up the newspapers.” The fire of an activist still burns in Soyinka although in a modified way as he looks to the next generation to pick up the pen and sword. And his dreams were nearly realized last October when young people risked all to protest the violent Special Anti-Robber y Squad (known as SARS). “I was so delighted and relieved that the young generation, whom I’ve always insulted as being lazy and waiting for salvation, got its act together and took on those SARS brutes.

Hotel Rwanda hero Paul Rusesabagina has been sentenced to 25 years in prison on terror charges despite pleas from human rights watchdogs and other critics of Rwanda’s repressive government to lessen the judgement or cancel it. Rusesabagina was credited with sheltering more than a thousand ethnic Tutsis during Rwanda’s 1994 genocide and was a recipient of the U.S. Presidential Medal of Freedom. He boycotted the announcement of the verdict after calling the trial a “sham.” A court found the 67 year old Rusesabagina guilty of backing a rebel group behind deadly attacks in 2018 and 2019. His family has called the trial a sham, saying he was taken to Rwanda, from exile, by force. The U.S. resident and Belgian citizen was convicted on eight charges including membership in a terrorist group, murder and abduction. He was charged along with 20 other people. The US, where Rusesabagina is a resident, said it was concerned by the conviction. Rusesabagina, who remains in custody, has asserted that his arrest was in response to his criticism of longtime Rwandan President Paul Kagame over alleged human rights abuses. Kagame’s government has denied targeting dissenting voices with arrests and extrajudicial killings. Ab out a y e a r a g o, Rusesabagina disappeared during a visit to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, and appeared days later in Rwanda in handcuffs,

accused of supporting the armed wing of his opposition political platform, the Rwandan Movement for Democratic Change. The armed group claimed some responsibility for attacks in 2018 and 2019 in southern Rwanda in which nine Rwandans died. Rusesabagina testified at trial that he helped to form the armed group to help refugees but said he never supported violence — and sought to distance himself from its deadly attacks. Throughout the trial, Rusesabagina maintained that he is not guilty of the charges against him but said he didn’t expect to get justice. “We knew from the day he was kidnapped that the verdict would be ‘guilty’ on some or all of the false charges. We are happy that the charade of the trial is ending,” Rusesabagina’s family said in a statement. Amnesty International criticized the proceedings, noting that Rusesabagina was initially denied the right to choose his own lawyer. It added that Kagame’s comments that “Rusesabagina had ‘done something terribly wrong, committed a crime,’ may have prejudiced the defendant’s right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty.” U.S. State Department spokesman Ned Price said “the reported lack of fair trial guarantees calls into question the fairness of the verdict,” and he urged Rwanda’s government to examine ”shortcomings” in the case, including Rusesabagina’s reported lack of confidential, unimpeded access to his lawyers and case documents.

“At last, it’s happening,” I said, “and then what happened? The thugs took over. The villains took over. The underworld got in on the act. Prisoners were let loose. It was very depressing.” A new crop of African writers lifts his hopes. “The prize did instigate literary emulation - not imitation manifested in bold, self-assured writing among the younger African generation,” he observed. “There is a marvelous crop of young writers, particularly young female writers, who really have become a pride to the continent.”

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COMMUNITY The Hive Wins Again at Homecoming Big Game By Darrel Wheeler Contributing Writer

After a 52-0 win over Otay Ranch to close out the month of September, Lincoln High School’s Hornets started October with a unanimous decision victory over St. Augustus High School, with a winning score of 34-18. Lincoln’s Marcus Moore, Jalen Daniels, Nathan Acevedo, Jahlil Florence, and Matthew Davila continued to impress by putting

their awesome skills on display in front of the huge homecoming crowd. Hornet football player Jalil Tucker was crowned this year’s homecoming king and student Aryana Moreno won the queen’s title.

Next, the Hive will pay a visit to La Jolla High School’s 3-3 Vikings on Friday, October 8.

“It’s a class reunion for the class of ‘81. You know me,

I’m a Hornet for life and I came to see some Hornet football. They look good! I like what they are doing,” Reverend Carl Lagrone shared.

“I come here every year to represent Lincoln, see some old classmates, and have a good time. I’m still a Hornet for life!” said Mary Mobley, who attended the school in the 1970s.

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LOCAL HEALTH PANEL ADDRESSES THE

Need for Care Beyond the Pandemic By Vayunamu Bawa Contributing Writer Social determinants that contribute to health disparities, particularly in the Black community, include race/ ethnicity, gender, income, health literacy, social status, food and housing security, education, employment, transportation, support networks, and physical environments. To help the public better understand the factors and impacts of health disparities in San Diego County and how they impact communities of color, the MolinaCares Accord hosted a virtual panel last Thursday, September 30. The discussion, entitled “Addressing Social Determinants of Health and Access to Care Against the Backdrop of a Pandemic”, was hosted by a panel of local public health experts who shed light on County successes and addressed the urgent need for organizations and County entities to address persistent health disparites that negatively impact the wellbeing of San Diego’s African American population. The panel of experts included San Diego County Public

Health Officer Dr. Wilma Wooten; President and CEO of the Neighborhood House Association Rudolph A. Johnson; and Executive Director of the San Diego Organizing Project Dinora Reyna Gutierrez. Feeding America’s Chief Government Relations Officer Vince Hall moderated the discussion. Hall, along with Supervisor Nathan Fletcher, who made opening remarks, discussed the inequities exacerbated by the pandemic through a local lens and the need for cross-sector collaboration to ensure communities have access to quality care. A Pew Research Center analysis of the 2000 census and 2018 Census Bureau population estimates named San Diego County as a “majority, minority county” in 2000. With people of color outnumbering non-Hispanic whites, these health disparities significantly shape San Diego County’s health outcomes. “We have to make changes in these conditions where people were born, where they grow, live, and age,” Dr. Wooten said.

This interactive map taken from the official California Healthy Places Index website illustrates that South San Diego County communities are generally less healthy than their Northern San Diego neighbors. The map indexed above highlights zip code 92113, which rates the area as being only 17.8% healthier than other CA state census tracts. Photo: V. Bawa via healthyplacesindex.org

Neighborhood House Association CEO, Rudolph A. Johnson, pictured here during a virtual panel discussion, “Addressing Social Determinants of Health and Access to Care Against the Backdrop of a Pandemic” hosted by MolinaCares Accord on September 30, 2o21. Photo: V. Bawa via Zoom

The state of California developed a Healthy Places Index (HPI) which indicates community health conditions based on the social determinants that can affect community health. The data is sorted by zip code into one of four quartiles. San Diego County has used the information to inform a “Vaccine Equity Metric” which gauges priority for vaccine distribution. Dr. Wooten said the County has been successful in getting the least healthy quartile vaccinated. Gutierrez spoke on the multi-racial, multi-generational, and multi-faith nature of those served by the San Diego Organizing Project. The Project, Guiterrez said, has worked with trusted clergy and community leaders to bring testing and vaccination to faith-based institutions since those are the places people feel safe. However, a lot more needs to be done for the Black neighborhoods that make up the least healthy quartiles. The data demonstrated the need for better access to care above and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. See PANDEMIC page 12

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e m o H it s g in r B t s e F The Monterey Jazz By Barbara Smith Contributing Writer “Buckle up your seat belts!” Grammy-nominated pianist/ composer Gerald Clayton exhorted the audience, introducing the Monterey Jazz Festival Next Generation Jazz Orchestra (NGJO) at this year’s 64th musical bash. The cry resonated throughout the entire weekend. The festival brought top jazz names to light the way back from the dark depths wrought by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Monterey Jazz Festival (MJF) returned from last year’s virtual festival with stellar headliners gracing the stage. Women artists featured prominently throughout the festival. Social justice themes were also in the air, fine tuning the MJF mission to offer jazz educational opportunities to ever more diverse audiences.

Prominently featured this year were the National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Masters Herbie Hancock, Pat Metheny, George Benson and Terri Lyne Carrington, along with blues belter Ledisi, vocalist extraordinaire Kandace Springs, master pianist/composer Gerald Clayton and Artist-inResidence Christian Sands. All proving that the MJF vibe is alive and going strong. Though the Festival was by necessity scaled down—only two stages, all outdoors, and, of course, fewer performers — the joint was jumping all three days. Prolific pianist/ composer Herbie Hancock opened Friday night, swinging from piano to keyboards to iconic keytar, showcasing classic hits to the downright funky and futuristic. MJF New Generation Jazz Orchestra alum Elena

Pinderhughes, winsome and effortless on flute and vocals, was absolutely captivating. This year, MJF sought to reach a broad and diverse population of young artists. Its Summer Jazz Intensive showcased artists of color and multiple master classes were offered to middle and high school students. NGJO Director Gerald Clayton radiated pride at the Courtyard Stage, where the Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo, a drums/sax/ piano/trumpet female foursome, gave an outstanding performance. “This is truly the future of jazz,” he beamed. San Diego’s School of Creative and Performing Arts was among the schools represented. Similar to MJF’s jazz intesive, San Diegans can benefit from other local pro-

Next Generation Women in Jazz Combo

grams as well. One resource for music loving local youth is the Young Artists Music Academy (SDYAMA) in Southeastern San Diego. Its after school programs offer wider access to quality creative experiences to disadvantaged youth, nurturing talent and acting as a deterrent to gangs, thus leading to a healthier, happier lifestyle. On Saturday award-winning drummer/composer Terri Lyne Carrington, whose barrier-bending group, Social Science, performed a provocative set fused with political undercurrents. “Waiting Game,” a crowd favorite, fused rap, R & B, spoken word and jazz, concluding with a mashup of “Lift Every Voice and Sing” and “We Shall Overcome.” Carrington is artistic director of the Berklee Institute

of Jazz and Gender Equity. She is on the forefront of the fight for gender and racial justice. High school bands lack African Americans and women, because opportunities are given to those whose financial status allows for more access, Carrington told the MJF audience. Her position at Berklee allows her to identify students with potential whose talent she can nurture, thus making education more equitable. Blues belter Ledisi slinked onstage next, shimmering in black skin-hugging lame. Accompanied by Xavier Lynn’s screaming guitar, Ledisi offered an exuberant set drawing from her New Orleans and Oakland roots in a musical jambalaya. Singing from her independently produced album, “The Wild Card,” she poured out a soulful vibe channel-

Ledisi with Backup singers

ing what she calls “gutbucket music that reminds me of being in a juke joint.” She showcased her versatile style with a tribute to Nina Simone, the high priestess of jazz and soul and an ardent spokesperson for social justice. Sunday afternoon featured ‘the new Ella’, Kandace Springs, who performed an outstanding set featuring an all-female group: Caylen Bryant on bass, Taylor Moore on drums and special guest Immanuel Wi l kins on s ax. Claiming Nina S i m on e , R o b e r t a

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Groundbreaking Voice & Viewpoint Staff Flack and Ella Fitzgerald as major musical influences, the Nashville-born artist honored each, displaying virtuostic piano accompaniment. Her rich and delicious arrangement of Flack’s “The First Time Ever” was worth the price of admission alone.

George Benson

Closing out on Sunday, George Benson commanded the stage from first moment to last, his crisp, smooth voice sea-

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soned in the best way with age. He happily blasted every chart-topper, playing to the excited fans who crowded the front stage to boogie and beg for more.

Last week the San Diego County Supervisors, Administration and staff were on hand at Euclid and Market Street for the groundbreaking of the new Livewell Center which is scheduled to start construction next week.

For many, coming out to the festival was their first foray out from the pandemic. “It’s always a dream to come to Monterey,” said jazz lover and former San Diegan Michael Harris. “It’s all about the music and the people. Everyone has a story and we make wonderful memories here.”

the Fourth District. She detailed some of those investments for the audience. Chief Administrative Officer for the County of San Diego, Helen RobbinsMeyers, was also present for the special day’s event.

The new center will replace the old County Welfare Office on Market Street and expand the services offered in a one-stop experience. Mr. Nick Macchione, Executive Director of County Health and Human Services served as the M.C.

While there was much excitement by many concerning the new center, there were a number of protesters present who were allowed to express their displeasure over the project from the sidelines, without interruption. The new center will have community space for recognition of individuals, hanging of pictures and housing important items of community concern. There will also be opportunities for small businesses to operate within the facility.

In addition to the many staffers present, County Supervisor Fletcher brought remarks, as did the Fourth District City Councilmember Monica MontgomerySteppe, in whose district this is all taking place. She spoke of how the City was able to sell the Tubman/Chavez property to the County and in return reinvest the dollars from that sale in Photos: Mike Norris unless otherwise noted

The groundbreaking took place with shovels for those most involved along with the contactors.

Debo Ray (vocalist)

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BUSINESS NEWS BLACK BIZ OWNERS PUSH FOR

Equal Access to Trillions in Upcoming Fed Spending By Antonio‌ ‌Ray‌ ‌Harvey‌ California‌ ‌Black‌ ‌Media‌ Black-owned businesses in California and around the country are closely watching as Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi decides when she has enough support from the congressional Democratic caucus to call a vote on the $1.2 trillion bipartisan federal infrastructure spending bill. Dubbed the “American Jobs Plan” by the Biden administration, the spending bill finances construction projects, airports, roads, bridges, education initiatives, and more. As a component of Biden’s broader “Build Back Better plan,” the legislation includes spending to combat climate change and support expanding the country’s

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social service and safety net programs for lower income families. The infrastructure bill is expected to expand opportunities for small businesses, including minority-owned ones, who procure contracts to implement various parts plans, hopefully accelerating racial equity, minority business owners say. Some Black business owners are concerned that, as has often been the case with large government spending programs, they will be overlooked. “Here is an opportunity for Black businesses to profit from unprecedented taxpayer spending that will help build all of our communities across America. But we also

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know, from the past, that inclusion of Black-owned and other minority-owned businesses is not always automatic in situations like this,” said Gene Hale, President of the Greater Los Angeles African American Chamber of Commerce. “Even informing us that these opportunities exist – letting us know how we can grow and secure our businesses – is never a priority,” added Hale. “That has to change.”

How Women Entrepreneurs Can Plan for Success

Rep. Barbara Lee (D-CA37) said the infrastructure plan reflects the agenda that helped Democrats reclaim the White House. “The needs in our communities, especially for Black and Brown people, are too great to be put on hold,” said Lee in a statement issued on Sept. 22. “This is an opportunity for Democrats to be unified in our goal of realizing the vision and promise of this nation.” See EQUAL page 20

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Mentorship Connecting with mentors is a powerful way for women business owners to share best practices and learn from each other but it’s often hard to know where to find them or initiate those relationships. A program between Wells Fargo and the Nasdaq

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Networking Networking is more than a buzzword. It can help open doors to growth. Check the local chamber of commerce or consider joining a wellknown organization like the National Association of Women Business Owners.

Knowledge Knowledge is power. Female entrepreneurs should check out some of these women-specific podcasts to pick up new strategies from savvy leaders: • Being Boss digs into the mindsets and tactics that can help women business owners make money doing what they love. • She Leads features respected female leaders from all industries who let listeners know what it takes to rise to the top.

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Another area of disparity discussed was infants and pregnancy in the Black community. The Neighborhood House Association serves Black mothers, from their pregnancy to after-school programs for their children, through its Black Infant Health Program with the County. The California Department of Public Health

Birth and Death Statistics show that African-American infants are nearly three times more likely to die during their first year of life, nearly 60% more likely to be born premature, and nearly two times more likely to be born with low birth weight compared to County infants overall. “The families that we serve are some of the hardest families to reach in hardto-reach communities, and

the most vulnerable families when it comes to the social determinants of health,” said Neighborhood House Association CEO, Rudolph A. Johnson, who participated in the panel discussion. Programs like Head Start work to break the cycle by providing better conditions for low-income Black children through educational and social support. Dr. Sayeed Khan, Chief Medical Officer for Molina

Healthcare of California, spoke on linking families to the care they need and the need to focus on preventive care. “Our children spend six to eight hours a day in school and that’s a prime opportunity to bring preventative services to them,” Khan said. Having healthcare coverage does not always translate to access to care, he said, and many residents may not know how to get coverage.

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Cocina De Bertha

Located at: 125 Palm Ave National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego --170 Averil Rd Apt 215 San Ysidro, CA 92173 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: Israel Penuela 170 Averil Rd Apt 215 San Ysidro, CA 92173 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 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021450 Fictitious business name(s): Agape 1 Enterprises

Located at: 7487 Mohawk Street Apt. 34 La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/24/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Bruce Duffield 7487 Mohawk Street Apt 34 La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on September 24, 2021 This fictitious business name will expire on September 24, 2026 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021256 Fictitious business name(s): Made In San Diego Clothing Company

Located at: 300 Roanoke Road #3 El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 04/01/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Billus H Goodwin Jr 300 Roanoke Road #3 El Cajon, CA 92020 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 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019993 Fictitious business name(s):

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

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. 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): 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 Read Free Online @ SDVoice.info

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 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): 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

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 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020946 Fictitious business name(s): Scentfully Lit Candle Co. --Toddler Town

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

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 --DABOBA San Diego

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

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9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9021629 Fictitious business name(s):

9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020853 Fictitious business name(s): 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 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):

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):

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):

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):

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):

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9019676 Fictitious business name(s):

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):

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 2021-9020353 Fictitious business name(s):

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

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):

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):

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):

Lemon Grove Bistro

Stunning Rugs & Flooring

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

Lavish Personalizations

Stardust Float Spa LP

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

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 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2021-9020731 Fictitious business name(s): 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

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 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): 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

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): Mi Rancho Taco Shop 1

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): Q Cab

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 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): RenewYou Health and Fitness

Located at: 6370 Blanchard Rd. La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by:

Nettie Mae Boutique

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: 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): Landscape de Coronado

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 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): 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

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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: 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

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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

NAME CHANGE 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 37-2021-00042073CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Marila B Reynolds To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Marila B Reynolds filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Marila B Reynolds PROPOSED NAME: Merila B Reynolds 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 17, 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

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

San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00040137CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Fatma Unakitan, Baran Kanmaz

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.

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 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00041845CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Chloe Rose Baker To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Chloe Rose Baker filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Chloe Rose Baker PROPOSED NAME: Chloe Rose Munguia 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 16, 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

10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA County of San Diego Central Division Hall of Justice 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 37-2021-00041370CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Travis Marie Cohen Lucy To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Travis Marie Cohen Lucy filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Travis Marie Cohen Lucy PROPOSED NAME: Travis Marie Cohen 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 15, 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

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Fatma Unakitan, Baran Kanmaz filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: a) Ali Bera Kanmaz --b) Melis Kanmaz PROPOSED NAME: a) Ali Bera Unakitan --b) Ahsen Melis Unakitan 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 03, 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

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: November 15, 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

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28 ----------------------------------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 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).

LEGAL NOTICES 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

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. 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

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San Diego, CA 92101 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 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-Antonio

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

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

The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway

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

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 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:

PROPOSED NAME: Aiden Michael Robbins 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

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

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filed, the court will set a hearing date and contact the parties by mail 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).

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

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

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

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The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 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 37-2021-00038031CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Ahmad Zia Sorabi 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

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

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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 3rd Floor San Diego, CA 92101 Central Courthouse

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.

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

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 below. 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 Gregory Carl Paster Case Number: 37-2021-00035225-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Gregory Carl Paster A Petition for Probate has been filed by Harriett A. Jackson in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition For Probate requests that Ralph A. Jackson be appointed as a personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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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.

You Are Being Sued by

A hearing on the petition

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:

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. Petitioner: Harriett A. Jackson 1615 Cochrane Road Morgan Hill, CA 95037 (408) 375-1291 10/7, 10/14, 10/21 ----------------------------------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 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central-Probate Division If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal

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

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Police Killings

in U.S. Have Been Widely

Undercounted By Lauren Victoria Burke NNPA Newswire Police killings in the United States have been massively undercounted according to a study by the University of Washington. The study was published on September 27 in the Lancet, peer-reviewed medical journal. Researchers compared data from the National Vital Statistics System (NVSS) federal database alongside data from three groups tracking deaths in police custody and news reports. The study demonstrated the disproportionate impact of police killings on Black people in America. Last summer, after the May 25, 2020 killing of George Floyd by former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin, there were protests in the streets around the U.S. The moment brought forward even more analysis over police violence. Over the last five years several high-profile killings of African Americans in the U.S. have been caught on camera and forced legislatures to re-evaluate policing policies. The study in part read that, “across all races and states in the USA, we estimate 30,800 deaths from police violence between 1980 and 2018; this represents 17,100 more deaths than reported by the NVSS. Over this time period, the age-standardized mortality rate due to police violence was highest in non-Hispanic Black people, followed by Hispanic people of any race. This variation is further affected by the decedent’s sex and shows large discrepancies between states.” Talks around details on language in the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in Congress ended in late September after a dispute between Republican Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) over what Scott defined as “defunding police.” Sen. Cory Booker (D-NJ) told NNPA on September 30 that he has not given up on the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act and is looking for a way to revive the conversation and move the legislation forward. “I am not giving up and I’ve gone over it with my staff and asked: What are our options?” Sen. Booker told NNPA. The study was funded by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, the National Institute on Minority Health and Health Disparities, and the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.

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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

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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

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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

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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

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Sunday First Worship 9:30 a.m. Second Worship 11:00 a.m. Wednesday Night Bible Study & Prayer 7:00 p.m. Cox Cable Channel 23 / 24

Sunday School 9 :00 a.m. Morning Service 10:45 a.m. New Membership Orientation BTU 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Eve Prayer Service 6:00 p.m.

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Pastor Antonio D. Johnson

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OBITUARIES Ekiumeni “Meni” Afusia-Atuatasi

Willa Mae Simon

SUNRISE 11/6/1975

SUNSET 9/9/2021

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY

Funeral services were held on September 30, 2021 at Bayview Baptist Church with a burial following at Greenwood Memorial Park. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson-Ragsdale Mortuary. EKIUMENI AFUSIA-ATUATASI, fondly called “Meni” was born November 6, 1975 in Honolulu Hawaii to Tafu Lui Afusia and Aiulutuana Itaisi Afusia, raised by The High Talking chief Liava’s Tanu Atuatas and Manuia Loa Atuatasi. At the age of eleven, they relocated to San Diego, CA. He attended Morse High School where he excelled as an all-American athlete. Meni received numerous accolades including induction into the San Diego Hall of Fame. He received a full-scholarship offer to USC and San Jose State where he made the decision to commit. Upon Meni’s return to San Diego, California he attended Southwestern College where he earned his AA degree in Liberal Arts and met his best friend and love of his life Rebecca Ann Horn. They Married August 22, 1998. There were three beautiful cubs born in their den, Ekiumeni “Jr”, Remani “Mani” and Ramaya “Maya”. Meni accepted Christ and was baptized at Bayview Baptist Church. He was a soldier for Christ, eager to share the good news of Jesus Christ with anyone who needed to hear it. An active member of the Deacon and parking lot ministries, he loved serving alongside his brethren. Meni, a gentle giant, loved his family and everyone knew it. As his kid’s biggest cheerleader and advocate, he did his best never to miss any of their events, including helping his daughter achieve numerous cookie goals during their girl scout careers. Menis Left a great impression on everyone he encountered and most recently his co-worker at Lincoln Military Housing. As Meni’s health began to decline, his ministry grew as he reached out to pray with as many as he could. God called him from labor to reward his faithfulness. He leaves to cherish his memories, his beautiful bride, Rebecca, his three cubs; Ekiumeni Jr., Remani and Ramay, his siblings; Samson Atuatasi, Josephine Avega (Sa Avega), Susan Atuatasi, Sione Atuatasi (Anna Atuatasi), Nelson Atuatasi (JoAnn Atuatasi)i, Ben Atuatasi (Emma Atuatasi), Houston Laupola (Christine Laupola), Tulei Tafu (Manuia Tafu), Toaili Liva (Irene Liva), Tamilo Afusia (Holly Afusia), and a host of family nieces, nephews and friends.

T he Lord is close to the bro-

Life is but a Stopping Place Life is but a stopping place, a pause in what’s to be, a resting place along the road, to sweet eternity. We all have different journeys, different paths along the way, we all were meant to learn some things, but never meant to stay… our destination is a place, far greater than we know. For some the journey’s quicker, for some the journey’s slow.

SUNRISE 12/23/1930

SUNSET 9/13/2021

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY

Funeral services were held September 28, 2021 at Memory Chapel of Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary with a burial following at Mt. Hope Cemetery. Final arrangements were entrusted to Anderson Ragsdale Mortuary. WILLA MAE SIMON was born to Otis Boyd and Alice Mae Holiday of Eads, TN on December 23, 1930. She was the eldest of eleven children that she loved dearly. She attended Faye County High School. Willa Mae met and married Thomas L. McMath. They had one daughter Alfreda. In 1954 the couple relocated to San Diego, CA. In 1958 the couple separated and divorced in 1960. Willa Mae continued to work and pursue a Medical Career. In 1960 she met James Simon. They married on June 9, 1961. Willa Mae entered a Nurse Training program at Scripps Hospital becoming a Surgical Nurse. She worked there three years then transferred to Community Hospital in Chula Vista. She joined the Eastern Star and became a longstanding member of Mt. Erie Baptist Church. Willa Mae lived in the Philippines and traveled across Southeast and East Asia. She returned to San Diego and devoted her life to her husband and grandchildren. She volunteered at Catholic Charities of San Diego. She was loving, Funny and enjoyed meeting people from all walks of life. Willa Mae Simon (Mae Baby) was called home on September 13, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband James Simon, her parents, four brothers; Evie, Robert, William and Curtis, two sisters; Ethel Mae and Donetta. Willa Mae Simon will be greatly missed by her daughter Alfreda MaharajMcMath. Surviving Sisters; Permetra Morrow, Clarice Miller, Dorthy Jean Hayslett, Era Caples, Grandchildren; Angelique Vasques, Alivia FosterEdwards, Quentin McMath, Ashlei McMath, Great grandchildren; Angelo Foster, Deron Foster, Jaylen Foster, Great great Grandchildren; Romane Foster-Reed and Kai Foster along with a host of nieces, nephews, relatives, friends and neighbors who share precious memories of her life.

And when the journey finally ends, we’ll claim a great reward, and find an everlasting peace, together with the Lord.

kenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.

Psalm 34:18 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”

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

Valerie Ragsdale Owner

Kevin Weaver General Manager

Continuing over 130 Years of Service

Florida Star and Georgia Star Publisher Clara McLaughlin Dies By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Clara McLaughlin, the famous author, and publisher of The Florida Star and The Georgia Star in Jacksonville, Florida, has died. McLaughlin had battled cancer and other illnesses for some time, but family and friends said she fiercely fought to the end. “She was a total icon,” Arthia Nixon, a publicist, author, and writer for McLaughlin’s two publications told the

Black Press. “She gave me my first job, and when my daughter was six, she gave her space to write a column.” McLaughlin’s interest in publishing began in high school, creating the first student newsletter in Gainesville, Florida. Later, she attended the Hampton Institute in Virginia and displayed an interest in music. She then joined the U.S. Navy and worked as an organist for the Navy Chapel.

Following her military service, McLaughlin attended Howard University, where she served as editor-inchief of the school’s Bison yearbook. She earned a journalism degree from the historically Black university and later helped found the National Black Communications Society. After expressing her disdain for how television depicted females of color, McL aughlin purchased KLMG-TV, becoming the first Black woman to own

and be the largest shareholder of a network-affiliated station. McLaughlin purchased The Florida Star and Georgia Star in 2002 and catapulted those foundational Black newspapers into national must-reads. Both newspapers are members of the National Newspaper Publishers Association, the trade association representing the Black Press of America. A Female Entrepreneur of Photo: Courtesy of NNPA

the Year Award recipient, McLaughlin dined with several U.S. Presidents, including George Bush, Bill Clinton, and Barack Obama. She also authored the book “Black Parents’ Handbook: A Guide to Healthy Pregnancy, Birth and Child Care.” “She was a trailblazer,” Nixon stated. “She also was like a mom to me in so many ways, and this hits hard. She put up a really good fight.”

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COVID-19 UPDATES DO YOU NEED HELP WITH YOUR RENT DUE TO COVID-19? 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: 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.

See below for a list of rental assistance resources for San Diegans who were adversely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic and who are at risk of eviction.

ities. Applications will be accepted until funds are no longer available. Find application and details at covid19-2021-rental-assistance. sandiegocounty.gov/.

State of California

The County of San Diego has an up to date listing of all the rental assistance programs throughout the region, viewable at www. sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/sdhcd/rental-assistance/overview.html.

California has COVID-19 rent relief available for qualifying tenants and landlords. To apply, visit housing.ca.gov/

City of San Diego Rental Assistance The San Diego Housing Commission has a new housing stability assistance program. For application and details, visit www.sdhc. org/housing-opp or tunities/help-with-your-rent/ covid-19-rental-assistance/.

San Diego County Rental Assistance Payments The County of San Diego 2021 Emergency Rental and Utilities Assistance Program (ERAP) helps eligible households in qualifying areas who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides payment assistance for renters who need help with rent and util-

Other Local/City Resources An informational sheet and a sample letter to write to your landlord if you’re having difficulty paying your agreed-upon rent is available at www.sdhc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/ COVID-Letter_FINAL.pdf Do you have questions about your landlord’s actions during the COVID-19 outbreak? The San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program is still available to assist with your landlord-tenant issues. You can contact them at 619-235-5656, ext. 127. The San Diego Legal Aid Society has put together g u i d a n c e a b out S a n

Diego City and County’s Emergency Rules relating to Evictions and Landlords. The Legal Aid Society of San Diego can help with eviction matters. Visit their website www.lassd.org or call their hotline 877-534-2524. Additionally, if you are either a landlord or a tenant, the San Diego Volunteer Law Program can answer your questions by calling 619235-5656 x127. Their Tenant Rights Clinic is also available to answer your tenant questions at 760-429-6304.

Federal CARES Act Protections: Under section 4024 of the CARES Act, for 120 days beginning on March 27, 2020, lessors of “covered dwellings” cannot file a court action for an eviction or charge additional fees for nonpayment of rent if their dwelling is secured by a federally backed mortgage or participates in various federal programs. Hou s i n g a n d Ur b a n D e v e l opm e nt ( H U D ) : Updates on federal housing programs in light of the coronavirus can be found at www.hud.gov/coronavirus.

CDC Releases Urgent Advisory

on Pregnancy and COVID Vaccine By Voice & Viewpoint Staff On Wednesday, September 29, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued an urgent health advisory towards people who are currently pregnant, were recently pregnant or are lactating, and those who are trying to become pregnant, to get the COVID19 vaccine to prevent serious illness and even death. According to the CDC, the benefits of the COVID-19 vaccine on both the pregnant persons and the infant far outweigh any potential risks that may come with vaccination. Despite this, they have reported that only 31 percent of pregnant people are currently vaccinated against COVID-19, with vast differences between race and ethnicity. Pregnant

Asian people hold the highest percentage of vaccinations, making up 45.7 percent, while the Black community hold the lowest, making up only 15.6 percent of the total of vaccinated pregnant persons. The CDC decided to issue this advisory after data showed that in September 2021 there were 125,000 confirmed cases of COVID19 among pregnant people. Among those, 22,000 were hospitalized and 161 died due to the COVID-19 virus. Additionally, the CDC says that pregnant people with symptomatic cases of COVID-19 are at a two times risk of being hospitalized and are at a 70 percent increased risk of death. COVID-19 also affects the fetus during preg-

SAN DIEGO COUNTY

COVID-19 STATUS TOTAL CONFIRMED CASES

355,872

HOSPITALIZED

17,634

Date: June 14, 2021

nancy and increases the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes such as stillbirth and premature birth. The CDC encourages all who are hesitant or considering getting the vaccine to talk to their doctor or go on the CDC website to find more information at www.cdc. gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/ vaccines/recommendations/ pregnancy.html

COUNTY COVID-19

VACCINATION RATES BY RACE / ETHNICITY

Black or African American 3% Race and Ethnicity Unknown 5.8% Other/ Multiple Race 10.6%

Asian 11.9%

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

White 38%

Latino or Hispanic 29.6%

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REPORTED TESTS

6,590,496

ICU

1,831

SOURCE: County of San Diego. Last updated 9/29/2021

SOURCE: Calif. Dept. of Public Health as of 9/29/21

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United States Deputy Secretary of Commerce Don Graves said the financial investment by the federal government is “historic in nature” and should allow California Black businesses to utilize goods and services representing the plan’s vision. “It’s making sure that Black-owned businesses have the opportunities, that for decades, missed out on,” Graves told California Black Media in a one-on-one interview by telephone. “We’re going to make certain that Black businesses have a seat at the table because the President has required that every agency have a plan for how Black businesses are going to be included in every single investment decision.” The Senate passed the infrastructure bill on Aug. 10 and a budget reconciliation bill that calls for an additional $3.5 trillion more in spending is being debated. Now the House of Representatives has to approve the legislation and forward it to Biden for his signature.

for the passage of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Framework alongside the reconciliation package.” The Senate infrastructure bill includes an amendment that would allow the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) to become a permanent fixture of the federal government. The amendment will expand the agency’s ability to open regional offices and rural business centers. The outreach facilities would be managed through historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) and other minority-serving institutions (MSIs), according to the office of Democratic Sen. Ben Cardin of Maryland, who co-sponsored the measure with Republican Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina. Minority business owners have historically been systematically excluded from securing often

lucrative federal contracts for infrastructure work, such as building bridges and highways, Graves said. According to a 2016 MBDA report, public contracting data indicated that disparities exist in contracting activity between minority and non -minority business enterprises. Specifically, the report revealed that minority business enterprises (MBEs) typically secure a lower number and dollar amount of contracts in proportion to the number of MBEs that are available in the marketplace to bid on and perform contract work. Graves told CBM as the federal government “deploys” infrastructure funding the old way of bidding on contracts will be eliminated. “(MBDA) is the single agency across the federal government that

is focused solely on supporting the growth and long-term success of minority businesses,” Graves said. “(MBDA) is working with every single federal agency to make sure that as we deploy these dollars, make these investments, minority businesses are right there at the table.” Under the guidance of Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo, Graves is tasked with administering increased job opportunities, establishing economic policies to shore up small businesses and train workers for in-demand jobs. Graves, the 19th deputy Secretary of Commerce, is also African American and comes from a family of successful business people. Graves’s four-times great grandparents operated a successful horse and buggy taxi business in Washington, D.C., that once stood

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-CA-12) has yet to set a date for a floor vote on the bill as a battle continues between liberal and moderate Democrats on the package’s price tag.

at the site of the Department of Commerce’s headquarters. Their son went on to be a proprietor of a widely-regarded hotel nearby and become one of our nation’s first Black patent-holders through the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. In California, voters rejected the 2020 general election Proposition (Prop.) 16, a ballot measure that would have reinstated affirmative action in California. Over 56% of the state’s 11 million voters checked “no” on the measure. What appears to be a barrier on the state level, at the federal level, Graves said “the door is open for all of us.” The federal government is asking states and localities to develop plans to make sure no minority business is dissuaded from participating in the plan. “We want to see how they play to use these dollars effectively in an inclusive and equitable way to make certain that opportunities exist for every minority business out there (in California) that have capabilities,” Graves said. “We do want to make sure they don’t get discouraged or turned away.” The infrastructure plan, Graves listed, would also eliminate lead pipes in drinking water systems, provide high-speed broadband, upgrade schools and federal buildings, replace buses and rail cars, and more.

“Let’s be clear: for months, progressives have been open, honest, and transparent with House leadership and the administration about our focus on passing both bills,” Lee stated. “We all proudly support the President’s entire Build Back Better package, which is why, from the inception of these negotiations, my colleagues and I advocated

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“It’s also the single-largest public investment in history and the most important investment in ensuring that every American has access to reliable, affordable broadband,” he said.