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Vol. 64 No. 5 | Thursday, February 1, 2024

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SOUTHEASTERN STRONG:

Serving San Diego County’s African & African American Communities 64 Years

INSIDE

THIS WEEK'S ISSUE:

DISTRICT 4 RALLIES TOGETHER

COMMUNITY STORM RESOURCES SEE PAGE 6

AMID HISTORIC FLOOD Devastating winter storm displaces over 200 households and counting…

SAN DIEGO’S FORGOTTEN SLAVE HISTORY SEE PAGE 8

Tasha Williamson giving powerful testimony on behalf of flood victims at the Jan. 29 City Council meeting. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint

By Macy Meinhardt VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF WRITER In the wake of what experts say is a “thousand-year flood”, Southeastern San Diego has boots on the ground as neighbors, volunteers, and organizations rally together to assess what needs to be done to rebuild amid the current state of emergency. After a devastating atmospheric river swept through the region last week, hundreds of res-

idents and counting, have reported significant loss—ranging from homes, businesses, vehicles, pets, medication and more. With more rain on the way starting today, Feb. 1, through the weekend, volunteers and crisis management personnel are working overtime to ensure that affected residents are secure—either through hotel vouchers or shelter housing—and that future flood victims will be limited. See FLOOD page 2

THREE BLACK U.S. ARMY RESERVISTS KILLED IN DRONE ATTACK NEAR SYRIAN BORDER

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GET REGISTERED AND READY, MARCH 5TH PRIMARY IS COMING SOON A look at the candidates running in your upcoming primary election San Diego County Registrar of Voters will soon become a hot spot come March 5. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint

By Macy Meinhardt VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF WRITER

lot starting from the State Senate down to Local City Council races.

As we are on the brink of the March 5th Primary election for local and state offices representing San Diego, now is the time to familiarize yourself with the candidates vying to shape the future of your community. Residents who are currently registered should expect to receive a ballot in the mail the week of February 4, 2024. Here is a look at some of the names voters should expect to see on the bal-

1. United States Senator Roughly thirty candidates have filed for candidacy for California Senator. Democrat Laphonza Butler is the current incumbent and will retire at the end of her term. Notable challengers include U.S Reps. Katie Porter, Barbara Lee, Adam Schiff, and Steve Garvey. See PRIMARY page 2

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA NEWSWIRE SENIOR NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT

base plays a crucial role in providing support for the coalition’s efforts against ISIS, according to Central Command.

Three Black American reservists from the 926th Engineer Brigade, based at Fort Moore, Georgia, lost their lives in a drone attack on a U.S. base near the Jordan-Syria border. Pentagon Deputy Press Secretary Sabrina Singh identified the fallen soldiers as Sgt. William Jerome Rivers, 46, of Carrollton, Georgia; Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders, 24, of Waycross, Georgia; and Spc. Breonna Alexsondria Moffett, 23, of Savannah, Georgia.

The attack marks the third drone strike on the outpost in the past six months, with the first two occurring in the latter half of the previous year being unsuccessful. Lt. Gen. Jody Daniels, chief of the Army Reserve and commanding general of the U.S. Army Reserve Command, said the murders of the three Black reservists cut deeply.

The tragedy occurred at the logistics support base at Tower 22 of the Jordanian Defense Network, where approximately 350 U.S. Army and Air Force personnel are stationed. That

The U.S. government has determined that Iran was responsible for the attack, prompting President Joe Biden to vow a response. “There will be a response,” Biden declared. See ATTACK page 2

CALIFORNIA BECOMES FIRST STATE TO BREAK DOWN

BLACK EMPLOYEE DATA BY ETHNICITY Disparities in income, health care outcomes and career and state agencies' leadership revealed

By Antonio Ray Harvey CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA As of Jan. 1, California became the first state in the nation to disaggregate data for its Black population by ethnic lineage. Thanks to a bill authored by Assemblymember Chris Holden (D-Pasadena). Holden is a member of the California Legislative Black Caucus. A California Department of Human Resource (CalHR) questionnaire requests newly or rehired employees to voluntarily self-identify their race, ethnicity and gender for the state to track and evaluate equal employment opportunities and nondiscriminatory employment practices more accurately. “For the first time, the descendants of our ancestors, people in my family and the families of over 2 mil-

lion Californians, the overwhelming majority of Black California, will see our community represented and counted among the very important data our state collects, starting among current and future state employees,” said Chris Lodgson, a member of Coalition for Just and Equitable (CJEC). CJEC is a statewide organization comprised of various associations, community groups, and individuals united by a commitment to fight for reparations and reparative justice for descendants of enslaved Black American men and women. Applicants now have the option to check boxes under Black or African American that declare them a descendent of persons who were enslaved in the United States, or not a descendant of persons who were enslaved in the United States, including African Black and Caribbean Black. They can also identify by marking “descendant

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status is unknown” or they can choose not to identify. See ETHNICITY page 15

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION FLOOD Continued from cover

According to the San Diego National Weather Service “A wetter, colder, and windier pattern will begin by Thursday, Feb. 1, with periods of heavy rain associated with an atmospheric river: Confidence is increasing that rain totals will be 1-2 inches along and west of the mountains.” Over this past week, the Jackie Robinson YMCA branch has served as the community-led flood recovery and preparation headquarters. In collaboration with a multitude of nonprofits and organizations, services have ranged from free use of showers, counseling, food, clothing and supply drop off, sandbagging, insurance support, and an overall communication hub for residents. On Monday night, an informal town hall meeting was held at Jackie Robinson drawing over a hundred residents, volunteers, leaders, and organization representatives. In an unwavering display of camaraderie, the space gave way for the group to collaborate, share testimony, and overall strategize on how the community can best move forward through the traumas of last week's storm, and the fears of what may come with the next round. “We’re all one big family today. And we're Southeast strong, but we are also San Diego strong. We are setting the example for this community,” said Former Jackie Robinson YMCA director, Michael Brunker. Brunker now serves as the President of the San Diego Rotary Club. One major area of concern raised at the townhall was the issue of mold and asbestos triggered by water damage in homes. Emphasis was placed on homes where occupants remain despite the risks, in fear of being completely displaced, in addition to the volunteers working inside of these homes.

As of print time, V&V has been informed that about 232 households in the area have been evacuated due to damages; that number will most likely grow in the days and weeks to come. In fact, a grassroot organization in close partnership with the Jackie Robinson YMCA reported Tuesday that 283 people are in need of housing. Currently, the City is working on providing hotel vouchers for people who have lost their homes, but no promises or formal process for this has been set in stone. In the meantime, volunteer organizations have been proactive in getting people in the community to donate for hotel vouchers. Black Men and Women United are among the groups offering housing donations and hotel stays for affected families. An area of significance many local and county leaders are focused on is getting a quantifiable number of damages on these household displacements to help request state and federal aid, and are urging residents to fill out a damage report survey online. According to officials, regional damages have to meet a certain threshold before FEMA assistance comes into play— making the role of citizen self reporting essential. For our print readers, the webpage to complete the survey can be found at : https://crisistrack. juvare.com/public/sandiegoCA/request.html In addition, with more rain on the way, reporting areas such as creeks, channels, and storm drains that need to be unclogged or cleaned is vital in ensuring minimal damage through this following week. Clogged storm drains and poorly managed creeks such as Chollas Creek in Southeastern were at the center of a deeply impassioned discussion that boiled over during Monday’s City Council meeting.

Furthermore, another priority currently being sought out is options for displaced families.

During public comment on the item to ratify a local emergency declared by Mayor Todd Gloria, many angry residents spoke on the fact that for a long time the city was aware of these problem areas and their susceptibility to flooding.

PRIMARY

3. State Senate District 39

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2. Representatives in Congress – Districts 48-52

District 48: Incumbent: Darrell Issa, Republican Three Democratic candidates will be coming for Darell Issa’s Republican representative seat. His challengers are: Stephen Houlahan (D), Matthew Rascon (D), Whitney Shanahan (D), Mike Simon (D), Lucinda Jahn (no party). District 49: Incumbent: Mike Levin, Democrat For district 49, four Republican candidates are lined up to take the seat currently filled by Democrat Mike Levin, Rep. Levin’s Challengers are: Sheryl Adams (R) Matt Gunderson (R), Kate Monroe (R), Margarita Wilkinson (R). District 50: Incumbent: Scott Peters, Democrat Democrat Scott Peters will be running for another term for the 50th District. His challengers are: Timothy Bilash (D), Ryans Jerlilia (D), Peter Bono (R), Solomon David Mosh (R). District 51: Incumbent: Sara Jacobs, Democrat Democrat Sara Jacobs will be running for another term for the 51st District. Her opponents include: El Cajon Mayor Bill Wells (R), Stan Caplan (No Party), Hilaire Shioura “Fuji” (No Party). Challengers: Stan Caplan (no party), David Burton (no party), Hilaire Shioura (no party), Barett Holman Leak (pending party preference), Bill Wells®. District 52: Incumbent: Juan Vargas, Democrat Democrat Juan Vargas will be runing for another term. He has one challenger, Justin Lee (R).

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In her last conversation with her mother, Sanders reportedly expressed aspirations to elevate her military career upon returning home from the Middle East. She also revealed her intention to purchase a motorcycle. Sanders was actively involved in coaching soccer and basketball in her hometown of Waycross, Georgia, and worked at a pharmacy. She was pursuing college courses to become an X-ray technician. Sanders’ parents shared that she volunteered for deployment to experience different parts

District 39: Incumbent: Toni Atkins, Democrat, Retiring With Toni Atkins retiring and running for governor in 2026, three candidates are in the March 2024 race to take her seat: Akilah weber (D), George Moss (no party preference), Bob Divine (R).

4. State Assembly – District 74-80 District 74: Incumbent: Laurie Davis, Republican Laurie Davis will be re-running for her seat. She has one opponent in the race, Chris Duncan, Democrat. District 75: Incumbent, Marie Waldron, Republican, retiring. District 75 rep. Marie Waldron is retiring. Running to take her seat is: Christie Dougherty (D), Joy Frew (D), Kevin Juza (D), Carl DeMaio (R), Jack Fernandes (R), and Andrew Hayes (R). District 76: Incumbent, Brian Maienschein, Democrat, retiring.

In fact, earlier this month before the flood, an official city infrastructure report highlighted the potential consequences of neglected maintenance of San Diego's storm drain system. “Age, combined with deferred maintenance due to historic underfunding of the storm drain system, poses a risk of flooding and catastrophic failure. This is evident from the number of emergency drainage repairs that have occurred over the last three rainy seasons.” According to Taylor Womack, who lives on South 42nd St., he has been putting in reports to clear the channel behind his home since 2005. “Because you ignored our requests to clear this area and make it safe, now people are flooded, losing homes and losing their livelihoods.” “You're literally failing us,” said Womack. While the argument and evidence is clear that the severity of damages could have been preventable by the City, notable mentions were made within the Southeast community hub to avoid pointing fingers at the time being, and put energy and efforts into moving forward and picking up the pieces. Especially in regards to elected officials, one woman at the Jackie Robinson meeting: “stop pointing fingers, and do your job.” Southeastern San Diego is already a disproportionately income burdened area in comparison to other regions in the county, and the financial implications of water damage and possession loss will be immense. Read below for resources put together by the community to support flood victims. • For information on how you can volunteer or receive help reach out to: SDcommunityrelief@gmail.com • For residents impacted by flooding and storm damage: The Red Cross has opened

District 79: Incumbent, Akilah Weber, Democrat, retiring District 79 Rep. Akilah Weber will be retiring her position to run for state senate. Vying for her seat is Colin Parent, Democrat, LaShae Sharp Collins, Democrat, and Racquel Vasquez, Democrat. District 80 Incumbent: David Alvarez, Democrat District 80 rep David A will be re-running for his seat. He is challenged by one opponent, Michael W. Williams (R).

5. County Board of Supervisors, District 1, 2, & 3 Seats for District board of Supervisors 1, 2, & 3 are open. Each incumbent in these seats will be re-running for their position, and each are faced by an opponent running from the opposite party. District 1: Incumbent, Nora Vargas, Democrat. Incumbent Nora Vargas, who is the current Chairwoman of the Board of Supervisors is faced by one challenger: Alejandro Galicia, (R). District 2 Incumbent, Joel Anderson, Republican.

an overnight emergency shelter at Lincoln High School (4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92113) and pets are allowed. The shelter is available for food, water, and other resources as needed. You are not required to stay in the shelter if you only need support for food/water. • If you need help finding housing, please contact Kristina Buckner at Kristina@ bucknergroupca.com or (619) 807-8946. Leave a message and she will return the call as soon as possible. • If you need help finding housing/transitional housing, please call Veronica Hosey at (909) 272-7187. • Housing, Transitional and Recovery Resources and Spanish speakers: 909-2727187, www.onereal.com/multifamilymoguls • STORM RECOVERY LOCAL ASSISTANCE CENTER, Monday–Wednesday, 10am–7pm @ Spring Valley Library (see flyer): A Local Assistance Center will be open this week at the Spring Valley Branch of the San Diego County Library, 836 Kempton St., Spring Valley, CA 91977. The center will provide resources for anyone impacted by the storm throughout San Diego County. Open hours will be Monday, Jan. 29, to Wednesday, Jan. 31, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Information will be available on debris and household waste removal, erosion control, rebuilding permits and replacement of vital records, and more. County and City teams will be conducting preliminary damage assessments over the next three days to determine potential state and federal disaster assistance. IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS: • Red Cross number: 858-309-1200 • Non-Emergency number: 619-531-2000 • Life Threatening Emergencies: DIAL 9-1-1

Incumbent Todd Gloria will be re-running for his position as Mayor. He will be challenged by Jane L. Glasson (R), Geneviėve Jones-Wright, (D), Dan Smiechowski (Independent), and Larry Turner (independent).

7. San Diego City. Attorney Incumbent, Mara Elliott, retiring

Incumbent Mara Elliott will be retiring her role as San Diego City Attorney. Running for her position are Heather Ferbert, who is the current Chief Deputy City Attorney for Elliott, and Brian Maienschein, who is a current district 76 representative.

8. City of San Diego Council Districts: 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 9 Five seats will be open for the City of San Diego City Council. Each incumbent whose seat is up will be running again. District 1 Incumbent, Joe La Cava Running unopposed District 3 Incumbent: Stephen Whitburn Challengers: Kate Callen, Colleen Cusack, Ellis T. Jones.

Brain Maienschein is retiring to run for San Diego City attorney. Running for her seat is Darshana Patel (D), Joseph Rocha (D) and Kristie Bruce-Lane (R).

Republican Joel Anderson will be challenged by Gina Jacobs (D). Challengers: Gina Jacobs (D)

District 4: Vacant Running: Henry Foster III, Tylisa D. Susberry, Chida Warren-Darby

District 77: Incumbent, Tasha Boerner Horvath, Democrat

District 3 Incumbent, Terra Lawson Remer, Democrat.

District 5: Incumbent Marni Von Wilburt Running unopposed

Tasha Boerner Horvath will be re-running for her seat. Her Challengers are : Henry Kupferstein (D) and James Browne (R).

Democratic Incumbent Terra Lawson Remer will be challenged by former City of San Diego Mayor, Kevin Faulconer.

District 7: Incumbent Raul Campillo Running unopposed

District 78: Incumbent, Chris Ward, Democrat Running unopposed.

6. San Diego Mayor Incumbent, Todd Gloria, Democrat.

Challengers: Fernando Garcia, Terry Hoskins

of the world. With a history of military service in the family, Sanders had previously deployed to Djibouti and later volunteered for Kuwait, including a stint in Jordan near the Syrian border.

owe to our military families for their sacrifice.”

“I was like no you should, but you know she went anyway, because of her dedication to her county, she really really honored her job,” Saryha Truell, one of Moffett’s lifelong friends, told WTOC-TV.

Rivers enlisted in the Army Reserve in 2011 as an interior electrician, according to the U.S. Army Reserve Command Public Affairs Office. He served “with courage, honor, and a deep sense of duty, embodying the best of New Jersey and our nation,” said Sen. Cory Booker (D-N.J.). “His death is a profound loss to his family, friends, colleagues, and our entire country, and a reminder of the heavy debt we

U.S. Rep. Andy Kim (D-N.J.), who represents Willingboro, said in a statement that Rivers served this country and local community with great honor and bravery. “We are indebted to him and his loved ones for their service and sacrifice,” Kim stated. “We will never forget what Sergeant Rivers and his fellow fallen soldiers, Spc. Kennedy Ladon Sanders and Spc. Breonna Alexsondria Moffett, gave for our nation. May their memory live on in our continued service to our military families.” Moffett reportedly was no stranger to the military as both of her parents were veterans.

District 9: Incumbent Sean Elo Rivera

“We are reminded that the brave men and women who defend our great nation put their lives on the line each and every day to keep our country safe,” said Brig. Gen. Todd Lazaroski, Commanding General of the 412th Theater Engineer Command. “Their service and sacrifice will not be forgotten,” Daniels stated.

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION

LESSONS WE ARE LEARNING

FROM THE FLOOD CRISIS

By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER, THE SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT

here has not been an occasion during the last four decades that brought the Southeastern San Diego community together like the floods last week. This statement is made with full regard for the fires that swept this county 20 years ago; but those fires did not hit the Southeastern community. While we are proud of the team work and the outpouring of hearts and resources to help victims of this crisis, we are equally sharing our awareness of what was not done to impact or reduce this crisis. Things like the cleaning of Chollas Creek; the lie that special permits were needed from the Feds while the Feds and the Water Authority indicated that such flexible permits were issued to the City in 2021. In every bad situation, there is the opportunity for some good. The good news here is that all this comes less than

35 days before the California Primary. The chance to make some changes is before us. What's important is that the people with boots on the ground are not working for anyone’s campaign or political party. It’s about neighbor helping neighbor. It's also a wakeup call to the citizens both as victims and helpers, that there needs to be closer monitoring of city officials and politicians.

AFTER CLAUDINE

Now we know that every citizen should be aware of the Office of Emergency Services at the city level, and the County’s Emergency Services; we should have more members of these communities serving as First Responders so that they can look out for their community in times of crisis just as others do.

WHO AND WHAT WILL COLLEGES DEFEND?

Following this crisis, we clearly need a “Community Emergency Service Plan” created by the very people doing the boots on the ground work right now. Once this crisis is over, we must start preparing for the next one because surely there will be another. For now, let us focus on getting some hotel nights for our homeless neighbors, keeping the food, water, clothing and services coming as long as needed and adding our personal dollars where possible to the hotel nights being purchased for those in need. The Voice & Viewpoint, on behalf of Black Men & Women United, is collecting a list of persons who want to make hotel night donations by check, cash, credit cards. The link is www.sdhiphop5k.com/san-diego-disaster-relief. The rains are coming. This is in addition to whatever the San Diego Housing Commission does, since there are so many in need of help. Please let us hear from you by email, telephone or just dropping by to help. Donations can go to the Jackie Robinson YMCA or to the Educational Cultural Complex (ECC).

I must begin this column by putting all the readers on high alert because this is not, nor do I intend it to be, a Black History moment. On June 11, 2023, author Debra Bell posted an article on usnews. com titled: “George Wallace Stood in a Doorway at the University of Alabama 50 Years Ago Today.” The following quote is an excerpt from the article. “In January of 1963, following his election as Governor of Alabama, George Wallace famously stated in his inaugural address: ‘segregation now, segregation tomorrow, segregation forever.’ The staunch conservative demonstrated his loyalty to the cause on June 11, 1963, when black students Vivian Malone and James A. Hood showed up at the University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa to attend class. In what historians often refer to as the ‘Stand in the Schoolhouse Door,’ the governor literally stood in the doorway as federal authorities tried to allow the students to enter.” On September 12, 1970, USC fullback Sam Cunningham and the USC Trojans rout-

By José Luis Vilson Claudine Gay was the first Black president in Harvard University’s history and, as such, stewarded the work of the world’s most prestigious university over a six-month tenure. I’ve read dozens of opinions, and no one has any illusions about the nature of working for a university like Harvard. Creating a space where intellect and fierce debate flourish while keeping funders, academics, and policymakers happy is no small feat, even less so when the leader embraces her Black heritage. High-level jobs of this nature already look difficult without layering international conflicts, fascism, and growing social stratification across the board, but here we are. So in December, when Rep. Elise Stefanik interrogated three college presidents about the role of antisemitism on college campuses, it couldn’t have come at a worse time. In speaking to current Harvard students and reading posts from current Harvard students, many of them didn’t feel like Gay did enough to protect students who support Palestinian rights from doxxing, harassment, and other forms of ostracization for exercising the right to protest a mass genocide. Other students didn’t feel like she could have done more to quell the protests and the anti-Jewish provocations that spiked post-October 7. Then, Congress compelled Claudine Gay and two other college presidents to testify about a stormy situation on campus that no one’s gotten pitch perfect. Rep. Stefanik asked, “Does calling for the genocide of Jews violate your university’s rules or code of conduct?”

COLLEGE FOOTBALL IS A BUSINESS, WITH MONEY EVERYWHERE By Aubrey Bruce

GAY’S RESIGNATION,

University of Pennsylvania President Elizabeth Magill, MIT President Sally Kornbluth, and Gay each gave responses based on their code of conduct. Knowing how they would respond, Stefanik jumped on the moment to charge each of the presidents and their institutions with antisemitism. PHOTO: Black Press USA

ed the University of Alabama at Legion Field in Birmingham by the score of 4221. The following year Alabama Head Coach, Paul “Bear” Bryant, featured two Black players, junior college transfer John Mitchell and Wilbur Jackson. According to Mike Puma’s biography of Bryant on ESPN.com “By 1973, one-third of Alabama’s starters were Black. That same year, Alabama went 9-0-1 and won its third national championship.” On June 30, 2021, ESPN staff writer Dan Murphy posted the following on espn.com. “The doors to a new era of college sports officially opened Thursday. For the first time, all NCAA athletes are now able to make money from a wide variety of business ventures without losing their eligibility. A mixture of state laws and NCAA rule changes have removed prohibitions that prevented athletes from selling the rights to their names, images and likenesses (NIL). The transformative shift comes after more than a decade of legal, political, and public pressure to give athletes access to a bigger piece of the billions of dollars generated by college sports each year.”

Recently, Texas A&M Coach Jimbo Fisher was awarded a $77 million buyout for his “lack of performance” as the head coach. It was also reported on cnn.com that: “When Fisher was first named head football coach at Texas A&M in 2017, the university said he had agreed to a 10-year contract worth $75 million, adding no ‘state-appropriated funds’ would be used toward his salary. The finances behind the decision to fire the coach are ‘monumental,’ Ross Bjork, Texas A&M director of athletics, said during a news conference. ‘As the contract states, there is a buyout provision in coach Fisher’s contract and those details will be worked out” Jimbo Fisher is being paid for not doing his job, whereas walk-on players must earn their scholarships. Who is going to emancipate our children from this indentured servant athletic system? Well, I guess we are going to have to wait and see. This commentary appeared first on Atlanta Daily World.

To critics, this moment required an answer that placated the general public, not the lawyers. It didn’t matter that Stefanik’s use of “intifada” was imprecise or that she currently supports a presidential candidate with openly anti-Jewish sentiment. It also didn’t matter that a consortium of Black Harvard alumni rejected initial calls for her ouster. As a Dominican-Haitian American, I saw what she did there. People who empathized with Gay understood that her mental health and personal well-being mattered way more than this esteemed position. Yet, Black women and other women of color saw how the nonsense solidified the glass ceiling on their prospects again. If admissions become even more opaque for prospective students, that serves no one. But dissenters don’t care that their own people do it; they just know that Claudine Gay can be charged with it, and enough people believe it. Billionaires worry not about the hypocrisy games, just about whether they can restrict the referees. Mainstream media shares the blame here, too. They’ll say Black people have the lowest GPAs when matriculating in colleges and universities but rarely account for how prospective Black and Latinx students generally have higher GPAs than the average GPA just to get in. They proclaim that DEI and other identity-based initiatives have deteriorated academic expectations, but students of various backgrounds provide evidence that we’re not even close to achieving equality, much less equity, on campuses large and small. They shout about how inclusivity programs, including affirmative action, have subverted notions of merit, but merit has always been a subjective measure, and affirmative action programs were an effective corrective measure. See COLLEGES page 15

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OBITUARIES Teena Ta-Nisha Shirre’ Garrett

Abdullah Shabazz

SUNRISE

10/01/1972

07/09/1940

SUNSET

12/25/2023

01/17/2024

Linda Kaye Suseberry SUNRISE

04/30/1961

SUNSET

12/26/2023

ARRANGEMENTS BY PREFERRED CREMATION & BURIAL

ARRANGEMENTS BY ANDERSON-RAGSDALE MORTUARY

On Sunday, October 1, 1972, God allowed an angel to be born to the union of Freddie and Virginia Garrett. Teena Ta-Nisha Shirre’ Garrett made her appearance in a grand way. Teena was known as Neena by most of her family and friends. She was the only girl born to Tina and Freddie, and she was a princess to all of us.

Abdullah Shabazz was born Theopholis Lewis on July 9, 1940, to Ola Mae Lewis. He heard the teachings of The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad in his early twenties, and became a registered member of the Nation of Islam in 1964 as Bro. Theopholis X at the age of 23. He soon developed as a staunch defender of the teachings and way of life of his beloved Nation.

Linda Kaye Suseberry was born April 30, 1961 in San Diego, California, to Robert B. Weaver, Sr. and Connelia M. Weaver-Smith. She was the fifth child of six children, three boys and three girls. The family attended Bethel Baptist Church in San Diego, California. At a young age, Linda confessed her faith in Christ and was baptized.

As a young child, Teena had the opportunity to dedicate her life to Christ. She loved going to church with her family. She sang in the choir and was an active member of the usher board at Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church. The foundational principles of the church were instrumental in Teena’s life. Teena was formally educated in the San Diego Unified School District. She attended Balboa Elementary School and later attended O’Farrell School of Performing Arts. She was a skilled and graceful dancer who also enjoyed acting, playing the flute, and being a good friend to many. Teena had the opportunity to audition for the part of ‘Little Tina’ in the show Fame. She graduated from James Madison High School. At Madison High, Teena was a very proud member of the Warhawk drill team.

In 1967, while selling the Muhammad Speaks newspaper (now known as The Final Call) he was attacked by the Nebraska police. During the attack, the police officer was shot, and Bro. Theopholis was arrested, along with two other F.O.I. During his arraignment, Bro. Theopholis was once again attacked in the courtroom, where he was shot twice by the Nebraska police. On hearing of what happened, The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad sent Secretary John Ali, with New York Attorney Jacko, to bail Bro. Theopholis out with a $25,000 cash bond. Shortly thereafter, Bro. Theopholis was brought to Chicago where he became part of The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad’s Honor Guard.

Linda attended Logan Elementary, Dana Junior High School, and graduated from Point Loma High School. After high school, Linda met and married Alton Suseberry, and to this union one child was born, La Shay Sheppherd. She was also blessed to have two more children, son LeJuan Mayfield and daughter Leah Willis.

After high school, she attended San Diego City College and later Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising (FIDM). On December 22, 1998, a bundle of joy was brought into the lives of Teena Garrett and Brian Jones. Their daughter Teanna Zephyr Marie Jones was born! Teena adored her daughter and was proud of her new role as Teanna’s Mommy. The two of them were inseparable. Teena loved and cared for her daughter with all the love a dedicated mother could possibly give. Teanna was her prized possession and the greatest accomplishment of Teena’s life. Teena loved to read and talk! She could be found reading novels while relaxing in her bed. Her love for reading gave her knowledge about many things. This knowledge worked perfectly with her love of having long conversations with anyone she met. Her gift of gab also allowed her to land any job she applied for. She would easily convince her employers of her worth. She shared this gift with her family and friends also. Her caring and compassionate demeanor were some of the reasons her nieces and other family members were drawn to her. They depended on her wisdom and guidance. She was God’s servant to all and could be counted on to open her heart and hands to anyone in need. Throughout her life, Teena had good and bad days, but she never threw in her towel. She was determined to live her life the way she wanted to, no exceptions. Teena was as free as a butterfly and just being in the same room as her made you happy!

She leaves to celebrate her life her mother Virginia Marie Garrett, brother Freddie Runnell Garrett II, daughter Teanna Zephyr Marie Jones, grandson Josiah-Cru Isaiah Jones, God-Sister Gloria Harris, nieces; Taylor, Shiloh, and Winnie, and a host of uncles, aunts, cousins, and friends.

Linda was preceded in death by her sister Gloria Denise Weaver-Williams, nephew Henry F. Weaver, Jr., and niece Makenya Gildon.

After serving his time, Bro. Theopholis returned to California as a member of Muhammad’s Temple No. 8 in San Diego. He was renowned and revered for his courage and dedicated service, and was admired for his strict adherence to the dietary laws as taught by The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad in “How To Eat To Live”, Books 1 and 2. Bro. Theopholis continued his education, eventually earning his Masters Degree in African Studies. He taught in the San Diego Community College School District for several years. Under the leadership of the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, Bro. Theopholis received the last name Muhammad in 1996. He subsequently exercised his prerogative to select a Holy Name of his choosing and became known as Abdullah Shabazz in later years.

Linda leaves to cherish her memories her mother Connelia M. Weaver-Smith, father Robert B. Weaver, Sr., three children; La Shay Sheppherd (Anthony), LeJuan Mayfield, and Leah Willis (Ja'Quan), eight grandchildren; Kynzie Suseberry, Kayleigh Sheppherd, O'Kahnu Willis, El'Yahketez Willis, LeJuan Mayfield, Jr., Bryson Mayfield, Trinity Mayfield, and Madison Chamberlain, sister Beverly D. Sawyers (James), three brothers; Robert B. Weaver, Jr. (Mickey), Marvin Weaver, and Henry F. Weaver, Sr. (Donna), and a host of relatives and friends.

Well known for decades for his charitable generosity and his unwavering commitment to the lifestyle of a Muslim follower of The Most Honorable Elijah Muhammad and the Honorable Minister Louis Farrakhan, Bro. Abdullah was an unparalleled example of selfless service and lifelong devotion.

May Time Soften Your Pain

Bro. Adullah passed on January 17, 2024. He was preceded in death by his mother Ola Mae Lewis. He is survived by his brother John Colquitt and a host of relatives. May he be granted the very best of Allah/God’s rewards.

In times of darkness, love sees… In times of silence, love hears... In times of doubt, love hopes…

On December 25, 2023, God called His angel into eternal rest. Teena was preceded in death by her paternal grandparents; Thomas and Vinna Garrett, maternal grandparents; Leonard and Zephyr LaGrone Sr., father Freddie Runnell Garrett Sr., brother Marcus Marcell Runnell Garrett, and nephew Terrell Garrett.

Linda was called home on December 26, 2023.

T he Lord is close

to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit. Psalm 34:18

Memories Build a Special Bridge

Our memories build a special bridge when loved ones have to part to help us feel we’re with them still and sooth a grieving heart. Our memories span the years we shared, preserving ties that bind, They build a special bridge of love and bring us peace of mind.

Emily Matthews

In times of sorrow, love heals... And in all times, love remembers. May time soften the pain Until all that remains Is the warmth of the memories And the love.

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LOCAL STORM RESOURCES

San Diego Organizations and Residents Step Up

to Help Remedy Post Storm Damage Local storm resources

From the Mayor’s Office

List compiled courtesy of JIREH Providers

Swift Water Rescues: The San Diego Fire-Rescue Department's swift water rescue team actively responds to multiple locations, including the San Diego River, central parts of the City, low-lying areas near the coast, and the Tijuana River Valley. Hundreds of people have already been rescued from homes and flooded areas.

he county of San Diego has been turned on its head after enduring large amounts of rain that overpowered the city's flood prevention infrastructure. Luckily, our local community organizations have come together to share resources for anyone impacted by the storm. Here’s a partial list of helpful resources below:

Emergency Shelters: The Red Cross has opened an overnight emergency shelter at Lincoln High School. Pets are allowed at 4777 Imperial Ave. for residents impacted by flooding and storm damage. Additionally, the City has opened a temporary shelter at the Golden Hill Recreation Center, 2600 Golf Course Drive, which will remain open until 9 p.m. Monday

IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS

• Red Cross number: 858-309-1200 • Non-Emergency number: 619-531-2000 • Life Threatening Emergencies: → DIAL 9-1-1

STORM RECOVERY LOCAL ASSISTANCE CENTER Monday - Wednesday, 10am-7pm @ Spring Valley Library (see flyer): Request a free Uber ($50 off) using code: SDRIDES2024

HEALTH RESOURCES

• Mental Health Services: Jackie Robinson Family YMCA (151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102). Resource team can be reached at counselingservices@ ymcasd.org for connection to mental health support or referral navigation. • Mental Health Services: please email life@openheartleaders.org • Health Services: call 858-285-5664 or email Andrew.Harvey@sdcounty.ca.gov • Chemo & Mental Health Support: Please contact Many Shades of Pink at Wendy@mymsop.org

BASIC NEEDS RESOURCES: Showers (towels & toiletries provided) • Jackie Robinson Family YMCA - 151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102 Laundry • South Bay Coin Laundry (1285 Broadway, Ste. 107, Chula Vista, CA) offering free washes and dryers on Sunday, 1/28 starting at 9am and continuing for 24 hours. Clothing/Blankets/Food/Water (NEW & GENTLY USED) • Jackie Robinson Family YMCA (151 YMCA Way, San Diego, CA 92102) and Pillars of the Community have clothing, shoes, blankets, diapers, and toiletries available. JIREH Providers beginning Friday, 1/26 will assist with direct distribution of free food, water, clothing, and blankets. • Lincoln High School (4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92113) is available for food, water, and other resources as needed. You are not required to stay in the shelter if you only need support for food/water. • For Gompers Preparatory Academy families and students ONLY (due to limited supplies and capacity), pick up free clothing at the GPA main office from 8:30am - 4pm. • Southcrest Recreation Center, Teen Room Center (4149 Newton Ave, San Diego, CA 92113) is collecting and distributing clothing, blankets, toiletries, food, water, and other resources for families affected. Internet Access • The Mental Bar (6325 Imperial Ave Suite 103, San Diego, CA 92114) - Open daily 7AM - 4PM - offering a space for community members to connect and use the internet for school or work • SDAccess4All Program - List of public facilities with open public Wi-Fi

EMERGENCY RESPONSE ACTIONS

PHOTO: Storm drainage overflow in Encanto as a result of this week’s rains. PHOTO: Macy Meinhardt/ Voice & Viewpoint

Road Closures: Numerous roads in Mission Valley and other communities are currently closed. For an updated list of road closures, please visit https://www.sandiego.gov/storm/road-closures

WHERE TO DONATE

• San Diego Flood Response Fund (San Diego Foundation will match donations up to $100,000) - funds will go towards nonprofits helping San Diegans impacted by the flood • Chicano Federation of San Diego County - funds will help provide safe shelter, food, transportation, and essential supplies to over 60 people. • 20+ San Diego Flood Relief Fundraisers - list of people and entities who are requesting disaster relief donations around San Diego • GoFundMe’s list of verified fundraisers (select California/San Diego) - a centralized hub featuring all verified fundraisers related to the flooding in SD County. You can search fundraisers on the hub by city and state.

LIST OF DONATION NEEDS Deliver to Jackie Robinson Family YMCA during the week, between 8am - 7pm. • NO MORE CLOTHING • Brooms and Mops • Laundry Detergent • Bleach • Cleaning Supplies

• Trash Bags • ZipLoc Bags (Gallon) • NEW Underwear / Socks (Women, Men, and Kids)

REPORTING & COMMUNITY CLEAN UP

• To report flooding: Please contact the City's dispatch center Station 38 → 619-5277500 • Help the County request state and/or federal assistance by completing this voluntary Damage Reporting Form (translated to more than 120 languages): https://crisistrack.juvare.com/public/sandiegoCA/request.html • Request Bulky Item Pick-Up: The City of San Diego Environmental Services Department will be accumulating bulky trash and debris starting in Southcrest, Mountain View, and other neighborhoods. Residents can report bulky items left in the public right of way via the Get It Done app under the “illegal dumping” category OR call 858-694-7000. Email at taylork@sandiego.gov after you submit your report. • Filing a price gouging complaint: https://www.sdcda.org/content/preventing/ consumer-protection/Citizen%20Complaint%20Form.pdf

EMERGENCY SHELTERS & HOUSING RESOURCES

• For residents impacted by flooding and storm damage: The Red Cross has opened an overnight emergency shelter at Lincoln High School (4777 Imperial Ave, San Diego, CA 92113) and pets are allowed. The shelter is available for food, water, and other resources as needed. You are not required to stay in the shelter if you only need support for food/water. • If you need help finding housing, please call Kristina Buckner at (619) 8078946. • If you need help finding housing/transitional housing, please call Veronica Hosey at (909) 272-7187. • Housing, Transitional and Recovery Resources and Spanish speakers: 909272-7187, www.onereal.com/multifamilymoguls • The City has opened a temporary shelter at the Golden Hill Recreation Center (2600 Golf Course Drive), which will remain open until 9 p.m. Monday. • Bostonia Recreation Center (1049 Bostonia St., El Cajon, CA 92021). San Diego Humane Society is onsite to support pets. • Inclement Weather Shelter Program | City of San Diego Official Website

Relocation of Shelter Residents: Due to flooding, the City is temporarily relocating individuals staying at the City's 16th & Newton Bridge Shelter to the Balboa Park Activity Center and some residents at the 20th & B Safe Sleeping site to Golden Hall

Inclement Weather Shelter Program: The Inclement Weather Shelter Program has been activated, and people experiencing homelessness can directly access beds at designated locations. For a list of locations, please visit https://www.sandiego.gov/homelessness-strategies-and-solutions/services/inclement-weather-shelter-program

Top 10 Tips for People Affected by Winter Storms Provided by the CA Department of Insurance

Obtain a complete copy of your residential homeowners’ insurance policy, including your declarations page. The law requires your insurance company to provide this to you free of charge within 30 days of your request. Review the definitions section of the policy including types of water damage that is covered and excluded. Ask your agent or insurance company representative to explain how much coverage you have and how to most effectively claim your benefits.

Homeowners policies do not cover flood damage, but they may cover other kinds of water damage. For example, they would generally pay for damage from rain coming through a hole in the roof or a broken window, as long as the hole was caused by strong winds or any other covered exposure listed in the policy. If there is water damage, check with your insurance company representative as to whether it is covered.

Damage caused from fallen trees are generally covered under all standard homeowner policies. There may be exceptions. Please consult with your agent or your insurance company.

Damaged vehicles as a result of flood or fallen trees are generally covered under the “Comprehensive” or “Other than Collision” portion of the auto policy. Check your auto insurance declaration page to see if this optional coverage was purchased and in effect at the time of loss.

Check your deductible and assess the situation. If the damage is below the deductible, the insurance company would not be obligated to pay. Of course, move forward to report the damages to your insurance company if the damages exceed your deductible.

SANDBAG PICK UP LOCATIONS FOR DISTRICT 4 & 9

Council District 4 Martin Luther King Recreation Center 6401 Skyline Drive, San Diego 92114

If needed, sandbags are available at the following recreation centers. Sandbags are limited to 10 bags per City of San Diego household or business, and sand is not provided.

Council District 9 City Heights Recreation Center 4380 Skyline Drive, Landis St. 92105

ROAD CLOSURES

• For an updated list of road closures, please visit: https://www.sandiego.gov/ storm/road-closures

MTS ALERTS

• Bus service is operating a full schedule but some roadway detours still remain in effect. This is an evolving situation as repairs are made and service is restored. Riders are encouraged to plan ahead by contacting Information and Trip Planning for the latest information 619-233-3004 (available 5:30am to 8:30pm), or checking the latest on the Alerts and Detours page.

Make temporary repairs to prevent your property from further damage. Take pictures and keep records of all clean up and repair costs. Don’t make permanent repairs until the insurance adjuster sees the damage. Document all of your conversations with your insurance company/adjuster about your claim and policy limitations in a dedicated “claim diary.” If your adjuster says something is excluded, limited, or subject to certain conditions, ask the adjuster to point out the specific provision in your policy being cited.

Get at least one estimate or bid on the cost to repair your home to get a reasonable sense of the actual cost as compared to your coverage limits. This estimate can be compared with an estimate prepared by your insurance company.

Before you hire a contractor, check their licensing status, including any complaint registered with the Contractors State License Board. View the CDI’s electronic brochure Don’t Get Scammed After a Disaster.

Call the Department of Insurance Hotline at 800-927-4357 or through online chat at: insurance.ca.gov Visit WWW.SDVOICE.INFO for the complete list of resources.

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COMMUNITY Innovation for all AT CES 2024 By Barbara Smith Contributing Writer

handy device that snaps on the back of your phone, allowing you to record a phone call directly from your smartphone.

he world’s first television that seamlessly folds into a lovely sculpture when not in use, a flying car equipped with a parachute in case of equipment malfunction, a cordless, robotic pool cleaner powered by solar panels, and a wire-free robotic lawnmower were among the cutting-edge technologies displayed at the 2024 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in Las Vegas this month. Some 4000+ exhibitors from around the world convened along with 130,000 tech industry professionals to showcase and sample the latest in innovation.

ColdSnap, a Boston-based ice cream maker, attracted throngs of eager tasters to their Venetian Expo booth. A bowl of its creamy dessert is delivered from Keurig-type pods in a mere two minutes. Delicious! Look for it on the commercial market later this year.

AI, entertainment, gaming, and transportation stood out as the most discussed topics at CES with attendees clamoring to see demonstrations throughout the Las Vegas Convention Center and other official venues. The annual gathering featured global brands including Amazon, Google, Intel, LG, Panasonic and San Diego’s own Qualcomm, as well as promising startups. Home theater drew many attendees to view television innovations. Besides C Seed’s unfolding television, which boasts a 127-inch screen, South Korean tech giants LG and Samsung turned heads with their ingenious transparent TV screen. The television functions as most high-end smart TVs, but the screen operates in a see-through mode, so when no one is watching, it effectively disappears. We can expect a hefty price tag when this device hits the market later this year. Automated driving, EV charging, AI software, sensors, aviation, boats and drones were front and center throughout the Convention Center halls. Honda, Kia, Mercedes-Benz, Sony, Turkey’s Togg and Vietnam’s VinFast all showed off electric concept and production cars at the event. Segway revealed two electric scooters, along with Palo Alto-based Helix’s lightweight electric personal aircraft that doesn’t require a pilot’s license to fly.

Along with exciting high-tech demonstrations were panels exploring dicey questions regarding ethical considerations in technology rollouts and how tech can solve pressing social problems and global issues including climate, security and sustainability. "To comprehend and seize the opportunities and resources accessible worldwide through technology is crucial," said Stedman Graham, business advisor/educator and partner of Oprah Winfrey, speaking on a panel addressing technology needs in the developing world. Contemporary tools such as iPhones or similar devices empower one to ask questions, conduct research, and even travel virtually, he said. “The challenge lies in making this accessibility constant for everyone."

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CES, first held in 1967, has had a challenging relationship with diversity and female inclusion over the years. With an eye toward prioritizing DEI, the Consumer Technology Association, which produces CES, has made a $10 million commitment to investing in venture firms and funds that support women and diverse-led startups. Networking sessions strategized on how best to invest in women and diverse entrepreneurs and close the gender equity gap. Business experts Tanneasha Gordon, Deloitte & Touche, and Omi Bell, CEO, Black Girl Ventures, shared views on diversity, equity and inclusion issues in All D&I and other panels.

Among the recently released tech gadgets: the latest model of smart vacuum by RoboRock, a 2-in-1 robot that vacuums and mops, is selfcleaning and has twice the power of most robovacs; Motionsleep, winner of Best of Innovation, a smart pillow that intelligently detects snoring sounds while measuring oxygen saturation levels, dynamically adjusting the positions of the head and back, creating a comfortable breathing environment to reduce snoring; the Magmo Pro, another innovation awardee, a

“CES is an ideal and important partnership for the Black Girl Ventures Foundation because it provides a dynamic platform to showcase and amplify the innovation, entrepreneurship and brilliance of people of color in technology and innovation,” said Bell, who co-hosted the All D&I Meetup networking group. Alex Holland, Asset Protection Investigator for Walmart, Savannah, Georgia, enjoyed exploring all aspects of AI-enabled home and business security systems. “Seeing the newest innovations is valuable in my work, along with the opportunities to network with the tech community.”

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The Forgotten History of Slavery in San Diego

Exploring the forgotten history of slavery in San Diego By Aryka Randall CONTRIBUTING WRITER “There were slaves in San Diego?”

That’s the response most people get if they mention there were African American slaves in the outskirts of San Diego. While most would like to be believe that historically California was a place that embraced freed slaves and stood as a pillar for hope and freedom, the reality is that both San Diego and California as a whole have played a part in slavery and the connection between slavery and The Gold Rush are closely intertwined. Some of the more well known traces of slavery in San Diego date back to 1852 when California implemented its ‘Fugitive State Law’. A law which declared that any person who came to California as a slave before statehood would remain the legal property of the slave owner who brought them. This law directly affected three slaves by the names of Carter Perkins, Robert Perkins and Sandy Jones who formed a business transporting mining supplies that amassed a modern day equivalent of $100K after earring their freedom in California. Their freedom came in1851 after their former owner, a Mississippian named Charles Perkins, agreed to let them go pending they mine gold for 6 months. Carter left them with a friend in California and returned back to Mississippi for one year before hearing about California’s Fugitive State Law and demanding to have his “property” back. The three men were seized in the middle of the night and while the Black community did their best to take legal action, pro slavery justices held the seats in court and the men were ordered to go back to Mississippi. The Fugitive State Law wasn’t repealed until 1864. Once the Fugitive State Law was abolished, areas like Julian and Romona became popular for free slaves to settle and build a life as they were already familiar with the area from working in gold mines.

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In 1887 two slaves in Julian by the name of Margaret and Albert Robinson fell in love, got married, and started a bakery and successful restaurant business. In 1897 both businesses were demolished to make space for their new business, the ‘Hotel Robinson’. They successfully ran their hotel until 1921, and the hotel is still in Julian to this day under the name of “The Julian Hotel”. Hotel staff have made the history of the original owners very clear, letting guests know that contrary to what history has stated, Albert Robinson did not come onto the census as a free man. Areas like Coronado also have an interesting history with slavery. In 1947, a woman by the name of Elizabeth Ingalls along with her husband Alfred Ingalls were acquitted on charges for the slavery of a woman named Hotel Robinson Plaque. PHOTO: Courtesy of The Julian Hotel Dora Jones. Jones had been enslaved at the couples home for decades and was beaten, forced to work without pay, that slavery was no where near frowned upon in California and and sexually assaulted by Mr. Ingalls on a regular basis. Elizabeth slaves from the south were brought here to help build the state Ingalls threatened to have Jones brought up on charges for aborand mine gold. tions from the sexual assaults by her husband if she tried to flee their home. As for San Diego, a long history with slaves lies between El Cajon and Julian and while the impact of those people may not While slavery has always been present in California, there is little have been archived in textbooks, their legacies will not be forgotto no acknowledgement of it’s presence in textbooks leading ten by the locals who continue to share their stories. most people to believe that California was a free state that provided safety to slaves fleeing the south. The truth of the matter is

Building a Legacy for the Next Generation of Black Women Entrepreneurs By Joseph Mishriki

lack/African American women are one of the fastest growing demographics of entrepreneurs in America and are key to driving small business growth. In fact, according to the Wells Fargo 2024 Impact of WomenOwned Businesses Report, between 2019 and 2023, Black/African American women-owned businesses saw average revenues increase 32.7%, compared to 12.1% for all womenowned businesses. To offer perspective, after the 2008 financial crisis, womenowned businesses had not only recovered but had surpassed average revenue levels from before the crisis to 2008: $172,000 in 2019 compared to $151,700 before the crisis. However, this was not the case for Black/African American women-owned businesses, whose average revenue was $35,600 in 2019 compared to $40,400 prior to the crisis. Fast forward to the COVID-19 pandemic, Black/African American women-owned businesses came out stronger and now, Black/African American women business owners have outpaced growth between 2022 and 2023 in terms of employment and revenue compared to all women-owned businesses.1 Whether starting, stabilizing, or growing businesses, Black/ African American women-owned small businesses are expanding. Today more than ever, it is crucial to build wealth for the next wave of Black/African American women entrepreneurs. Supporting the future of Black/African American women-owned businesses requires focusing on key areas, such as addressing gaps in funding, growing access to capital, and providing robust mentorship opportunities.

Filling the gaps in funding Despite starting new businesses at high proportions, many Black women and women of color obtain funding at lower rates. Research shows that women of color receive less than 0.2% of venture-capital funding.2 Black women also encounter similar barriers in accessing capital, with about 61% self-funding their business and exhibiting a higher level of debt.3 For example, during the COVID-19 pandemic, many Black/African American businesses experienced difficulty attaining Federal stimulus payments.1 Furthermore, in 2020, there was a decline in Black/ African American owned businesses.1

Building wealth for the next generation of Black/African American women entrepreneurs starts with building resources and growing capital for the entrepreneurs of today.

in the long-term success of the business. By dismantling financial barriers and building an environment where businesses can thrive, generational wealth can be an attainable goal for all.

Improving access to capital It’s important to acknowledge that access to capital remains a challenge for Black/African American women-owned businesses, even in the face of increasing revenue. According to the Wells Fargo 2024 Impact of Women-Owned Businesses Report, Black/ African American women-owned businesses employ approximately 9.4 workers and generate $1,037,900 compared to all womenowned businesses, which employ approximately 8.5 workers and generate $1,602,500.1

Harnessing mentorship Investing in education and mentorship programs specifically designed for Black/African American women entrepreneurs can provide valuable resources and guidance. By addressing systemic barriers and supporting equitable opportunities, we can contribute to the sustainable growth of Black/African American womenowned small businesses, ultimately playing a part in building lasting generational wealth.

While barriers to funding persist for many Black/African American women-owned small businesses, new bank and philanthropic programs are now being built to address this gap and help Black women identify capital opportunities to build sustainable small businesses. In addition to traditional lending, working with Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs) and Minority Depository Institutions (MDIs) can create an ecosystem of support that provides additional avenues to accessing capital. These institutions specifically work with underserved entrepreneurs including those in low-to-moderate income areas and minority populations. Supporting these organizations and their mission was at the heart of the creation of Wells Fargo’s Open for Business Fund, an industry-leading effort that has donated roughly $420 million to support nonprofits who serve small businesses; the Small Business Resource Navigator (bizresourcenavigator.com), an online portal helping connect small business owners to potential financing options and technical assistance through CDFIs; the Capital Pathways Workbook, a free resource that helps entrepreneurs map their capital needs to business goals and objectives; and a $70 million fund in partnership with Hello Alice to improve access to credit and capital for underserved entrepreneurs. By empowering Black/African American women-owned businesses with the financial resources they need, we enable businesses to scale, grow, and build for the future. Fostering the growth of Black/African American women-owned small businesses through improved access to capital is an investment

This level of support is at the heart of Milestone Circles, a mentoring program for women entrepreneurs offered by the Nasdaq Entrepreneurial Center and funded by the Wells Fargo Foundation. The majority of the participants, (86%), have been Black, African American, and/or Afro-Caribbean, and have learned to improve their business alongside a circle of fellow entrepreneurs.4 Building strong business and community networks can significantly enhance the success and sustainability of all women-owned small businesses. As Black/African American women continue taking the lead in business ownership, we all must continue taking steps to maintain and support their momentum. By addressing both systemic barriers and promoting proactive support, including improving access to capital and mentorship opportunities for Black/African American women-owned businesses, we can pave the way for sustained growth and build pathways for the next generation. For resources visit thecenter.nasdaq.org. Joseph Mishriki is the branch banking region director for the San Diego Region. His region consists of more than 80 branch locations, leading more than 900 employees in San Diego County and the Imperial Valley. He is active in the community and currently serves on the board of directors for California State University, San Marcos.

2024 Impact of Women-Owned Businesses Report, https://www.wippeducationinstitute.org/research “The Comprehensive Case for Investing More VC Money in Women-Led Startups,” Harvard Business Review, September 18, 2017. https://hbr.org/2017/09/the-comprehensive-case-for-investing-more-vc-money-in-women-led-startups 3 “Who is driving Black business growth? Insights from the latest data on Black-owned businesses,” Brookings, May 24, 2023. https://www.brookings.edu/articles/who-is-driving-black-business-growth-insights-from-the-latest-data-on-black-owned-businesses/ 4 “Supporting the Wave of New Black Women Entrepreneurs,” Wells Fargo Stories, August 30, 2023. https://stories.wf.com/supporting-the-wave-of-new-black-women-entrepreneurs/ 1 2

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Community Members Hold Prayer Breakfast for CHIDA WARREN-DARBY By Voice & Viewpoint Staff Last Saturday morning, the George Stevens Senior Resources Center was buzzing with prayer, testimony and praise as community members gathered in support of Chida Warren-Darby for the Fourth District City Council seat vacated by Monica Mongtomery-Stepp’s move to the County Board of Supervisors. PHOTOS: Voice & Viewpoint

The event was a fundraiser, but it came with a great breakfast meal, fellowship and encouragement for Chida. Many, if not most of the attendees have known Chida since she was a student at Oak Park Elementary School, remember her working

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side by side with her mother on such projects as the Gold Coast Classic and the First Black Chamber of Commerce, which she had when her mother handed the reins over to her. There was discussion of her personal efforts to help girls and young women caught up in the criminal justice system and sex trafficking long before programs and dollars became available for such projects. Chida spoke from her heart about the vision she has for the Fourth District and encouraged everyone to not only vote but help others do so as well. She thanked everyone for being there and for their financial support as well as the spiritual support she got with their presence.

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Student loan payments were on pause for more than three years, and then Congress restarted them. Now, two months after repayments began, Americans are beginning to see the effects and the consequences. In October 2023, the first month of the restart, 22 million borrowers had a payment due. Of that total, 60%, or 13.2 million, made a payment, according to an announcement from the U.S. Department of Education in December, with 4 million making a payment for the first time. Meanwhile, 40% or 8.8 million borrowers did not pay. PHOTO: Freepik

In a blog post on the Department’s website, Undersecretary of Education James Kvaal said these numbers exclude people whose repayment restarted in the fall but did not have a payment due in October. It is unclear how many Black people were among those who had a payment due and missed it. However, previous research shows 57% of Black borrowers have at least $25,000 in student loan debt. And in the past, nearly a quarter reported being behind on their payments, according to the Education Data Initiative.

The Department was not surprised by the situation. In June 2023, the Biden-Harris administration announced a “12-month ‘on-ramp’ to repayment” from October 1, 2023 to September 30, 2024. During that time, missed payments will not be delinquent, placed in default, sent into debt collection, or reported to credit bureaus. The loans, however, will continue to accrue interest. “Borrowers who are still confronting

the challenge of making room for student loans into their monthly budgets are protected from the worst consequences of missed payments through the on-ramp,” Kvaal said. Before the Supreme Court struck down the proposed broad loan forgiveness plan, Kvaal warned this could happen. CNBC reported that in a November 2022 court filing, Kvall said, “Unless the [Education] Department is allowed to provide debt relief, we anticipate there could be a historically large increase in the amount of federal student loan delinquency and defaults as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.” At the same time, the administration has canceled around $132 billion in student debt for over 3.6 million borrowers. They have utilized the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan and the Borrower Defense Loan Discharge program for debt forgiveness.

Repayment Plan — Saving on a Valuable Education. Under the SAVE plan, borrowers would see significantly lowered payments because monthly payments are calculated based on discretionary income, or the difference between the adjusted gross income and 225% of the Department of Health and Human Services’ poverty guidelines. And it eliminates the remaining interest accrued after the monthly payment amount, preventing balances from growing each month. “While most borrowers have already made their first payment, others will need more time,” Kavaal said. “Some are confused or overwhelmed about their options. We want to make sure borrowers know that our top priority is to support student loan borrowers as they return to repayment.” This article first appeared in The Sacramento Observer.

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AI Experts Offer Advice for Black Businesses By James Wright Jr. Three experts on artificial intelligence (AI) recently spoke about how Black businesses can harness the innovative technology to their advantage at a panel discussion at the Brookings Institution in northwest D.C. “AI is now defining what business is,” said Renee Cummings, a scholar at the University of Virginia and a nonresident fellow at the Center for Technology Innovation at the Brookings Institution. “AI has the power to define for business its customers, whether a business is profitable or not and whether a business has the opportunity to get more resources to operate.” “Artificial intelligence can help Black businesses look for customers and generate leads for business,” said Mutale Nkonde, a visiting policy fellow at the Oxford Internet Institute and president of AI for the People, a public sector AI organization. “When businesses use social media, they are using AI.” Nkonde said AI is being used against African Americans, such as when Black future home-

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owners are discouraged by the systems not to look at neighborhoods that aren’t predominantly minority. “These decisions which guide AI are not made by people who have the best interests of Blacks,” she said. “The technology will see that a business is owned by a Black person and will treat it a certain way and that should stop.” Fay Cobb Payton is professor emerita and was a full professor of information technology and analytics at North Carolina State University. Payton said AI can affect a business’s bottom line in unique ways. “Let’s say you have a business in the Anacostia section of Washington, D.C.,” she said. “AI is driving gentrification. It is affecting your customer base because more of your customers are not people of color due to gentrification. Business owners, especially Black business owners, need to know about things like that.” This article originally appeared on The Washington Informer.

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS Africa’s Biggest Oil Refinery Begins Production in Nigeria Aim is to Reduce Need For Imports By Chinedu Asadu Associated Press frica’s biggest oil refinery has begun production in Nigeria, the company has said, ending a yearslong wait for a plant that analysts said Monday could boost refining capacity in a region heavily reliant on imported petroleum products.

The $19 billion facility, which has a capacity to produce 650,000 barrels per day, has started to produce diesel and aviation fuel, the Dangote Petroleum Refinery company reported Saturday. As Nigeria’s first privately owned oil refinery, the project "is a gamechanger for our country,” it added.

for Nigeria's energy crisis, according to Olufola Wusu, an oil and gas expert who was part of a team that helped review Nigeria’s national gas policy. “But it is a great way to revive the sector … and will help move Nigeria from being a major importer of refined petroleum products to being self-reliant in domestic refining capacity.” Described by the company as the world’s largest single-train refinery, the private refinery is owned by Africa’s richest man, Nigerian industrialist Aliko Dangote. It is located on the outskirts of Lagos, Nigeria's economic hub, where it operates alongside a fertilizer plant.

Nigeria is one of Africa’s top oil producers but imports refined petroleum products for its own use. The nation's oil and natural gas sector has struggled for many years, and most of its state-run refineries operate far below capacity because of the poor maintenance.

The plant is expected to meet 100% of Nigeria’s needs for gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and aviation jet fuel at full production capacity, Dangote said last year when the facility was opened. At least 40% of the oil products made there also would be available for export, the company said.

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crude so far from Nigeria’s state oil firm, NNPC Limited, to kickstart its operation, although it could take months before the refinery reaches full capacity, according to analysts. Some citizens have expressed hope that the new plant would soon help reduce consumer gas prices, which have tripled from a year

ago after the government stopped decadeslong subsidies. Analysts have said any impact on prices would still depend on industry trends such as the cost of crude, government interventions such as subsidies, and the local currency’s exchange rate to the dollar.

South Africa: What Is South Africa's Genocide Case Against Israel About? By All Africa Israel is being taken to court by South Africa over allegations of genocide. Here are the most important questions before proceedings get underway in The Hague. South Africa is taking Israel to court for alleged genocide. In its application to start legal proceedings, South Africa claims that Israel's "acts and omissions ...are genocidal in character, as they are committed with the requisite specific intent ...to destroy Palestinians in Gaza as part of the broader Palestinian national, racial and ethnical group."

...more than 20,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's bombardment of Gaza. The humaniatrian situation in Gaza has been deteriorating since the start of the conflict. Both South Africa and Israel are members of the 1948 Genocide Convention. This international treaty obliges its signatories to prevent and punish the crime of genocide. Genocide is defined in the treaty as certain acts that are intended to destroy, in whole or in part, a national, ethnical, racial, or religious group. According to the filing, the reason for South Africa's initiative is Israel's actions and threats against the Palestinian people following October 7, 2023. Israel declared war on the militant group Hamas, which is

designated as a terrorist organization by the US, the European Union, Israel, and others, after Hamas killed around 1,200 people and took more than 200 hostages in an attack on Israel on October 7, 2023.

Since then, more than 20,000 Palestinians have been killed in Israel's bombardment of Gaza. The humaniatrian situation in Gaza has been deteriorating since the start of the conflict.

Which court is being called on? South Africa initiated its proceedings at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague on December 29, 2023. The ICJ is the top court of the United Nations (UN) and is sometimes also called the World Court. Unlike the International Criminal Court (ICC), the ICJ does not deal with individual criminal responsibility, but with disputes among states. Starting January 11, 2023, the ICJ will hear from both countries.

What are the hearings about? In the hearings, the ICJ will decide whether it will grant South Africa's request for provisional measures. These measures are a kind of emergency relief, which will apply while the case is pending, Michael Becker, Assistant Professor of International Human Rights Law at Trinity College in Dublin, told DW. South Africa has asked the ICJ for several provisional measures. Among them is a request that Israel "shall immediately suspend its military operations in and against Gaza," as well as to not engage in acts of genocide, and to take rea-

sonable measures to prevent it, but also to allow access for humanitarian assistance. South Africa also asks for regular reports to the ICJ on these measures.

Why is South Africa lodging the case? In the 84-page-long application to the court, South Africa mentions "its own obligation -- as a State party to the Genocide Convention -- to prevent Genocide." The country is a strong critic of Israel. For years, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party has compared Israel's policies in Gaza and the West Bank with South Africa's past-apartheid regime of segregation, a comparison shared by the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa.

What does Israel say? Israel firmly rejects the genocide allegations. The allegations were also dismissed by Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and President Isaac Herzog. On X, Herzog wrote that he emphasized in talks with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken that at the ICJ, "we will proudly [and] clearly present the fundamental right of Israel to defend itself."

What could be the outcome? The outcome of the preliminary proceeding is completely open. The court could decide for or against provisional measures or, in theory, even find that it is not in charge of the case. Should the ICJ be in favor of provisional measures it would not have to follow the proposal by South Africa, but could also formulate its own measures, Becker explains. The hearings will start on Thursday with South Africa. On Friday, the Israeli delegation will get a chance to make their statement. A decision on the request for preliminary measures is expected to be issued relatively quickly, possibly within a few weeks. If the case moves to the next stage, a decision on its substance -- the question of whether Israel committed the alleged acts or not -- might take years.

South Africa's Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola, center, and Palestinian assistant Minister of Multilateral Affairs Ammar Hijazi, right, address the media outside the International Court of Justice in The Hague, Netherlands, Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024. PHOTO: AP Photo/Patrick Post

Editors Note: The ICJ has since ordered Israel to prevent acts of genocide in Gaza.

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NY Auction of Mandela’s Belongings Slated For February By Lisa Vives Global Information Network Some 70 treasured belongings of former South Africa president Nelson Mandela are slated to travel to New York next month for an auction sale that sparked a firestorm between his eldest daughter Makaziwe Mandela-Amuah, his son and South Africa’s Heritage and Resource Agency (SAHRA). The New York auction is set for Feb. 22 but the Guernsey Auction House online announcement now carries the message “Suspended.” Items up for auction include dozens of personal items, estimated at a collective value of $2 to $3 million. According to an ad placed by Guernsey Auction House, the property includes “nearly one hundred treasured items – objects that in one way or another played a role in “Madiba’s life – will be presented at unreserved auction…. Never offered before, these objects are coming directly from the Mandela family.” Among the items are Mandela’s 1993 South African Identification book, his famous green fern-patterned “Madiba” shirt, his iconic aviator sunglasses, a gifted blanket from former President Barack Obama, sculptures, personal letters written by Mandela and even his hearing aids. Proceeds are set to go to the construction of the Mandela Memorial Garden surrounding his final resting place. in the Eastern Cape village of Qunu, according to Mandela’s daughter, where her father grew up and was buried. “It is my wish that before I close my eyes on nature, I will honor my father with a memorial garden,” said Makaziwe Mandela in an interview

with the New York Times. “That’s what my father would want.” But Ndaba Mandela, Nelson’s grandson, didn’t agree. 'Who sells their father's ID?' Ndaba demanded to know as he slammed his aunt's plans to auction Madiba's ID and other items. The sale was initially canceled but this December, a three-judge panel of the high court in Pretoria sided with Mandela’s daughter, calling the SA Heritage Agency’s interpretation of heritage objects “overbroad.” South Africa’s Minister of Culture Zizi Kodwa echoed some of the concerns raised by SAHRA. “Former President Mandela is integral to South Africa’s heritage,” said Minister Kodwa. “His life, experiences and legacy live in our consciousness and in the values we promote as a country… It is thus important that we preserve the legacy of former President Mandela and ensure that his life’s work and experiences remain in the country for generations to come.” A similar trove of items were auctioned off last year by Guernsey in a sale called African American Historical and Cultural Artifacts that consisted of thousands of objects tracing the African American experience from the Revolutionary War and the beginnings of slavery on through the Civil Rights Movement and today’s Black Lives Matter. For now, according to the auction house online, interested bidders are encouraged to contact Guernsey’s in New York at 212-794-2280 or via email at auctions@guernseys.com and/or register for online bidding at liveauctioneers.com or invaluable.com where the full auction catalogue will be posted one month before the January 28.

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HEALTHY LIVING 90% Of Pregnant Women Lacking Essential Nutrients For Healthy Babies, Study Finds

Deficiencies in vitamins B12, B6, D, folic acid, and riboflavin linked to vegetarian and vegan diets By Imogen Howse Zenger regnant women are not getting the essential nutrients they and their babies need from modern diets, especially vegetarian and vegan ones. A new study, which analyzed the health of more than 1,700 expectant mothers from high-income countries such as the UK, New Zealand, and Singapore, found that 90 percent were lacking the key vitamins necessary for a healthy pregnancy and healthy newborn.

Scientists pointed out that most of these nutrients are found in abundance in meat and dairy products, which led them to draw a link between deficiencies in pregnancy and vegan and vegetarian diets.

Women were found to be deficient in vitamins B12, B6, D, folic acid, and riboflavin – all of which are crucial when it comes to the development of fetuses in the womb.

“Our study shows that almost every woman trying to conceive had insufficient levels of one or more vitamin, and this figure is only going to get worse as the world move towards plant-based diets.

Results suggested that the majority of women had low levels of B12, D, folic acid, and riboflavin from around the time of conception, while most developed a B6 deficiency later in pregnancy.

Lead author Keith Godfrey, a professor of epidemiology at the University of Southampton, said: “The push to reduce our dependence on meat and dairy to achieve net-zero carbon emissions is likely to further deplete expecting mothers of vital vitamins, which could have lasting effects on unborn children.

“People think that nutrient deficiency only affects people in underdeveloped countries, but it is also affecting the majority of women living in high-income nations.” Researchers said that for those who wish to continue with plant-based diets, over-thecounter supplements will be necessary for the health of pregnant women and unborn babies – with the study the first to show that these supplements can reduce vitamin deficiencies during preconcep-

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tion, pregnancy, and lactational periods.

Associate Professor Shiao-Yng Chan, from the National University of Singapore, explained: “If we continue to move towards diets with less meat and less dairy products, reducing intakes of micronutrients essential for a child’s development, vitamin deficiencies will continue to grow unless women start taking more supplements or are supported with specific advice about nutrient-rich foods.” Wayne Cutfield, professor of pediatric endocrinology at the University of Auckland, added: “The wellbeing of a mother ahead of conceiving and during a pregnancy has a direct influence on the health of the infant, their lifelong physical development, and their ability to learn.” The study, published in the medical journal PLOS Medicine, was carried out by scientists from the University of Southampton, the University of Auckland, the National University of Singapore, and Singapore’s Agency for Science, Research and Technology. Researchers assessed 1,729 women between the ages of 18 and 38 at the time of conception – and then followed many throughout their subsequent pregnancies.

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More Americans Can Now Get Insulin for $35 By Tami Luhby CNN More Americans with diabetes will get a break on their insulin costs in 2024.

insulin to survive, and as many as 1 in 4 patients have been unable to afford their medicine, leading them to ration doses – sometimes with fatal ramifications, according to the association.

Sanofi is joining the nation’s two other major insulin manufacturers in offering either price caps or savings programs that lower the cost of the drugs to $35 for many patients. The three drugmakers are also drastically lowering the list prices for their products.

Medicare enrollees now pay no more than $35 a month for each of their insulin prescriptions, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, which Democratic lawmakers pushed through Congress in 2022.

Drugmakers have come under fire for years for steeply raising the price of insulin, which is relatively inexpensive to produce. The inflationadjusted cost of the medication has increased 24% between 2017 and 2022, and spending on insulin has tripled in the past decade to $22.3 billion in 2022, according to the American Diabetes Association.

Sanofi established a $35 monthly cap on out-of-pocket costs for Lantus, its most widely prescribed insulin in the US, for all patients with commercial insurance starting January 1. It already limits the cost to $35 for all uninsured patients.

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$100 Million Gift to United Negro College Fund to Support HBCUs By Annie Ma Associated Press The United Negro College Fund announced a donation of $100 million from the Lilly Endowment Inc., the single largest unrestricted gift to the organization since its founding 80 years ago. The gift announced Thursday will go toward a pooled endowment for the 37 historically Black colleges and universities that form UNCF's membership, with the goal of boosting the schools' longterm financial stability. HBCUs, which have small endowments compared with other colleges, have seen an increase in donations since the racial justice protests spurred by the killing of George

Floyd in Minnesota. Michael Lomax, president and CEO of UNCF, said donors today no longer question the need for HBCUs and instead ask how gifts to the schools can have the largest impact. Lomax said he hopes other philanthropies will take note of the trust Lilly put in UNCF's vision by making an unrestricted gift. “They’re trusting the judgment of the United Negro College Fund to make a decision about where best to deploy this very significant and sizable gift,” Lomax said. “We don’t get a lot of gifts like that.” As part of a $1 billion capital campaign, UNCF aims to raise $370 million for a shared endowment, Lomax

said. For some UNCF schools, the gift from the Lilly Endowment alone, when split across all member organizations, will double the size of their individual endowments.

On a per-pupil basis, private nonHBCU endowments are about seven times the size of private HBCU endowments, according to a report from The Century Foundation. For public schools, the non-HBCU insti-tutions on average have a per-pupil endowment that is three times larger than their public HBCU counterparts. “We don’t have the same asset base that private non-HBCUs have,” Lomax said. HBCUs lack "a strong balance sheet as a result. And they

don’t really have the ability to invest in the things that they think are important.”

Schools with substantial unrestricted financial resources are better able to weather crises and invest in large expenses that have longterm impact, such as infrastructure repairs.

member schools.

“Black families have fewer assets than non-Black families,” Lomax said. “They live paycheck to paycheck. Many of our smaller HBCUs live on the tuition revenue semester by semester. They need a cushion. This is that cushion.”

The financial disparities between HBCUs and their counterparts, in many ways, mirror the racial wealth gap between Black and white families, particularly in the ability to create lasting wealth. The pooled endowment, Lomax said, is meant to pro- In this June 5, 2014 file photo, Michael Lomax, president of the Negro College Fund, poses for a portrait by a painted vide some of that stability to United mural in Washington. PHOTO: AP Photo/Jacquelyn Martin

COVID-19 UPDATES California Encourages Locals to Stay Safe With the SMARTER Plan By VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE

SMARTER stands for:

The California Department of Public Health using the lessons of the last two years to prepare for future COVID-19 surges or variants.

Shots – Vaccines are the most powerful weapon against hospitalization and serious illness. Masks – Properly worn masks with good filtration help slow the spread of COVID-19 or other respiratory viruses. Awareness – We will continue to stay aware of how COVID-19 is spreading, evolving variants, communicate clearly how people should protect themselves, and coordinate our state and local government response.

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Readiness – COVID-19 is not going away and we need to be ready with the tools, resources and supplies we will need to quick-

ly respond and keep public health and the healthcare system well prepared. Testing – Getting the right type of tests— PCR or antigen—to where they are needed most. Testing will help California minimize the spread of COVID-19. Education – California will continue to work to keep schools open and children safely in classrooms for in-person instruction. Rx – Evolving and improving treatments will become increasingly available and critical as a tool to save lives. The SMARTER Plan is not just for COVID-19. These strategies and systems can be used for future emergencies. The SMARTER Plan will be changed as more information is provided. This article originally appeared on Cal Matters.

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fiscal year-to-date; 11.0 (4-week average); 3.3 (per million) SOURCE: County of San Diego, Last updated 1/25/2024

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2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001901 Fictitious business name(s): Swan North America --Swan North America Transportation --Swan North America Executive Transportation --North America Executive Transportation Located at: 1150 E. Street #3006 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/01/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: San Diego Transportation Services LLC 1150 E. Street #3006 San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 25, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 25, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000265 Fictitious business name(s): Biocataalyst --Scicook --Silk Road Delight --Ecocotton Up Located at: 12726 Torrey Bluff Dr. Apt 64 San Diego, CA 92130 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: Cotton Up LLC 12726 Torrey Bluff Dr. Apt 64 San Diego, CA 92130 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000429 Fictitious business name(s): Compass --Compass California III --Compass III Referral Network Located at: 12860 El Camino Real Ste. 100 San Diego, CA 92130 County of San Diego --6430 Sunset Blvd #600 Los Angeles, CA 90028 This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 09/19/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Compass California III INC 6430 Sunset Blvd #600 Los Angeles, CA 90028 State of Incorporation/ Organization: Delaware This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 08, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001213 Fictitious business name(s): Salon Technology Located at: 2082 Ridgeline Ave. Vista, CA 92081 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation

The first day of business was: 1/17/2008 This business is hereby registered by the following: Qua-Q, INC. 2082 Ridgeline Ave. Vista, CA 92081 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 18, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 18, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000205 Fictitious business name(s): Storybook Violets And Plants Located at: 11231 Posthill Rd Lakeside, CA 92040 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: Liza Cusimano 11231 Posthill Rd Lakeside, CA 92040 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000008 Fictitious business name(s): JLA Sciences Located at: 8111 El Extenso Ct. San Diego, CA 92119 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: John Lance Abbott 8111 El Extenso Ct. San Diego, CA 92119 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 02, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001420 Fictitious business name(s): Stephanie Rose Events Located at: 11280 Laurelcrest Drive San Diego, CA 92130 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 4/01/2016 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kristin Watkins 11280 Laurelcrest Drive San Diego, CA 92130 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 19, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 19, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000781 Fictitious business name(s): BR Dressage LLC Located at: 9205 Carlton Oaks Dr. Apt 16 Santee, CA 92071 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/30/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: BR Dressage LLC 9205 Carlton Oaks Dr. Apt 16 Santee, CA 92071 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 11, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 11, 2029

1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001264 Fictitious business name(s): HomeSmiles San Diego 1 Located at: 3063 Chavez Road San Diego, CA 92154 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 8/9/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: MLLGL INC 3063 Chavez Road San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 18, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 18, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001178 Fictitious business name(s): Allied Support Service Group INC. Located at: 1029 Hawthorne Creek Chula Vista, CA 91914 County of San Diego --2220 Otay Lakes Rd. #502-245 Chula Vista, CA 91915 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 3/04/2020 This business is hereby registered by the following: Allied Support Service Group INC 1029 Hawthorne Creek Chula Vista, CA 91914 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 17, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 17, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9024981 Fictitious business name(s): Sacral Sisters Located at: 7400 El Cajon Blvd La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego --8793 Graves Ave #2A Santee, CA 92071 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: Jalysa M. Depriest 8793 Graves Ave #2A Santee, CA 92071 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 13, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 13, 2028 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000968 Fictitious business name(s): LXR Car Located at: 7968 A&B Arjons Dr. 218 San Diego, CA 92126 County of San Diego --11072 W. Ocean Air Dr. Apt. 333 San Diego, CA 92130 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: LXR LLC 11072 W. Ocean Air Dr. Apt. 333 San Diego, CA 92130 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 16, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on

January 16, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000799 Fictitious business name(s): Demonic Tonic Located at: 3395 Roosevelt St. Carlsbad, CA 92008 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: Mark Lawrence Stogsdill 3395 Roosevelt St. Carlsbad, CA 92008 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 11, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 11, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001027 Fictitious business name(s): Marigold Bagels Located at: 311 4th Ave. 616 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 11/01/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: RVC Bagels LLC 311 4th Ave. 616 San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 16, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 16, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000373 Fictitious business name(s): The Shine Squad Located at: 8690 Aero Dr. #115 San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/08/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Established Enterprises LLC 8690 Aero Dr. #115 San Diego, CA 92123 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 05, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 05, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025903 Fictitious business name(s): South Park Wine Company Located at: 651 Anita Street B4 Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego --2529 32nd St. 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: GBSB Holdings LLC 2529 32nd St. San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 29, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 29, 2028 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001007 Fictitious business name(s): Jauregui Fairwell Studios LLC Located at:

1111 6th Ave. Ste. 300 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 01/02/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jauregui Fairwell Studios LLC 1111 6th Ave. Ste. 300 San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 16, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 16, 2029 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000679 Fictitious business name(s): Mission Center Realty --Mission Center Property Management --Mission Center Properties Located at: 10405 San Diego Mission Rd San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego --8300 Station Village Ln Unit 8. San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 11/28/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mission Center Realty, INC 8300 Station Village Ln Unit 8. San Diego, CA 92108 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 10, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025340 Fictitious business name(s): Caylas Cleaning Services Located at: 4729 Valencia Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 12/7/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Cayla Charlene Bradshaw 4729 Valencia Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 20, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 20, 2028 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000846 Fictitious business name(s): Impact Realty Group --Bald Brothers Team Located at: 1420 Kettner Blvd. #100 San Diego, CA 92101 --377 E. Chapman Ave. Suite 200 Placentia, CA 92870 This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 1/11/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Aaron D. Zapata 377 E. Chapman Ave. Suite 200 Placentia, CA 92870 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 11, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 11, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS

NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000827 Fictitious business name(s): Vista Pug House Located at: 1042 Heron Dr. Vista, CA 92081 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: Natalie S. Hallberg 1042 Heron Dr. Vista, CA 92081 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 11, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 11, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000908 Fictitious business name(s): Gig Wizard Located at: 2111 El Cajon Blvd. San Diego, CA 92104 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 5/1/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Thaddeus Robles 2902 E. St. San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 12, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 12, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000757 Fictitious business name(s): Max Flow Plumbing Located at: 1759 Oceanside Blvd. C145 Oceanside, CA 92054 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 1/10/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Gary R. Sengle 1759 Oceanside Blvd. C145 Oceanside, CA 92054 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 10, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000822 Fictitious business name(s): MG Liquor --Cali Boy's Deli --Ship N' Sip Bottles Located at: 5865 Mission Gorge Rd. San Diego, CA 92120 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 1/1/2017 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mission Gorge INC 5865 Mission Gorge Rd. San Diego, CA 92120 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 11, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 11, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000687 Fictitious business name(s): Happy Girl Club Located at: 2818 30th Street San Diego, CA 92104 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation Registrant has not yet begun

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001465 Fictitious business name(s): Modern Entertainments --Modern Entertainment Located at: 4240 Kearny Mesa Rd. Ste 120 San Diego, CA 92111 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: Maverick Online Solutions LLC. 4240 Kearny Mesa Rd. Ste 120 San Diego, CA 92111 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 19, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 19, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001752 Fictitious business name(s): Climb Naked Located at: 4858 Pescadero Ave San Diego, CA 92107 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: Co-Partners The first day of business was: 01/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Chloe Sarah Kim 4858 Pescadero Ave San Diego, CA 92107 --Timothy E. Bender 4858 Pescadero Ave San Diego, CA 92107 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 24, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 24, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001569 Fictitious business name(s): Revisors Located at: 4660 La Jolla Village Dr. Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92122 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 01/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Musgjerd, INC. 813 Coast Blvd. S. La Jolla, CA 92037 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 22, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 22, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001933 Fictitious business name(s): Ellen's Angel Care Located at: 5001 Manomet St. San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego --P.O. Box 1192 Lemon Grove, CA 91946 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/04/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Monique Harris P.O. Box 1192 Lemon Grove, CA 91946 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on

January 25, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 25, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001745 Fictitious business name(s): Tyjus Marine Located at: 4904 Brookburn Dr. San Diego, CA 92130 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 01/18/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Tyjus 4904 Brookburn Dr. San Diego, CA 92130 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 24, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 24, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001968 Fictitious business name(s): ARB And Public Safety Training --Royal KT Transportation Located at: 6121 Fairmount Ave. #207 San Diego, CA 92120 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: Kassahun Tekle Gebrehiwot 6121 Fairmount Ave. #207 San Diego, CA 92120 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 26, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 26, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001390 Fictitious business name(s): AO Accessories Located at: 535 Garfield Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 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: Avy Ella O'Brien 535 Garfield Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 19, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 19, 2029 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001757 Fictitious business name(s): Clawedupbymoni Located at: 1640 Camino Del Rio N. San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/04/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Monica Castro-Ledezma 1509 Arliss Ct. San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 24, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 24, 2029

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Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: KITCHEN MODIFICATIONS GROUP 2 A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2024, outside the main office of Ericson Elementary School, 11174 Westonhill Drive, San Diego, CA 92126. Upon completion of the first site, contractors shall proceed to the following sites in the order listed: Kumeyaay Elementary School, 6475 Antigua Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92124, Toler Elementary School, 3350 Baker Street, San Diego, CA 92117, Clairemont High School, 4150 Ute Drive, San Diego, CA 92117. Prime contractors must be present at all 4 sites in order to bid this project. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks. The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com. All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 28, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP24-0806-52-00-00 Kitchen Modifications Group 2. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $645,000 and $800,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: B, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CP24-0806-52-00-00

San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000435 Fictitious business name(s): Collective Impact Center Located at: 3295 Meade Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 10/2/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Christ United Methodist Ministry Center 3295 Meade Avenue San Diego, CA 92116 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 08, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9024772 Fictitious business name(s): Sabor Deli Located at: 2707 Boston Ave. San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego --224 47th St. Apt. C San Diego, CA 92102 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: Hugo A. Flores Soto 3047 University Ave. Ste. 201 San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 11, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 11, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025174 Fictitious business name(s): Evari Consulting, INC Located at: 3047 University Ave. Ste. 201 San Diego, CA 92104 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: Evari Gis Consulting INC. 3047 University Ave. Ste. 201 San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 15, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 15, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025472 Fictitious business name(s): Flavour Packaging Located at: 1423 N. Cuyamaca St. El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego --7918 El Cajon Blvd. Ste N175 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: Bonton Capital Corporation 9463 Mesa Vista Ave. La Mesa, CA 91941 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 21, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 21, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000069 Fictitious business name(s): Ethos Alchemy Located at: 1470 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Ocean Beach, CA 92107 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: Emily Cristina McGee

1470 Sunset Cliffs Blvd Ocean Beach, CA 92107 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 02, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000237 Fictitious business name(s): Pivotal HR Partners Located at: 2095 Bravo Loop Unit 6 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: Stephanie Brogan 2095 Bravo Loop Unit 6 Chula Vista, CA 91915 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000214 Fictitious business name(s): El Charracas Plumbing Located at: 3757 Menlo Avenue San Diego, CA 92105 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: J A H Enterprises INC. 3757 Menlo Avenue San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025904 Fictitious business name(s): Serene Noir Travel Agency Located at: 421 Broadway, Suite 421 San Diego, CA 92101 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: Hellon Family Ventures LLC 421 Broadway, Suite 421 San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 29, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 29, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025743 Fictitious business name(s): Viera Located at: 574 Casselman St. #32 Chula Vista, CA 91910 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 12/27/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Vivian M. Guerra 574 Casselman St. #32 Chula Vista, CA 91910 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 27, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000187 Fictitious business name(s): T&T Trans Located at: 12087 Calle De Medio #122 El Cajon, CA 92019 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/03/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Sam Joseph Younan 12087 Calle De Medio #122 El Cajon, CA 92019 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024

This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000516 Fictitious business name(s): Bubbles Way Car Wash & Detail Located at: 3655 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92058 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 01/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Bubbles Way Inc. 3655 Mission Ave Oceanside, CA 92058 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 09, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000045 Fictitious business name(s): Excel Preferred Realty Located at: 2038 Sequoia Crest Vista, CA 92081 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 4/27/2017 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jim Fishinger Real Estate INC. 2038 Sequoia Crest Vista, CA 92081 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 02, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000131 Fictitious business name(s): Tainos De Puerto Rico Located at: 5952 Potomac Street San Diego, CA 92139 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: Raquel Garcia 5952 Potomac Street San Diego, CA 92139 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 03, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 03, 2029 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025785 Fictitious business name(s): Acosta Group Located at: 3987 Broadlawn St. San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego --1041 Market Street Suite 165 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/27/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: AO Endeavors LLC. 3987 Broadlawn St. San Diego, CA 92111 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 27, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 27, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025859 Fictitious business name(s): Compass Military Division Located at: 1920 Fort Stockton Dr. Ste. C San Diego, CA 92103 County of San Diego --1041 Market Street Suite 165 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 5/8/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: No Price Tag LLC. 1920 Fort Stockton Dr. Ste. C San Diego, CA 92103 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of

San Diego County on December 28, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 28, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025300 Fictitious business name(s): Elias Mora Foundation Located at: 1041 Market Street Suite 165 San Diego, CA 92101 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 12/14/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Em Foundation INC 1041 Market Street Suite 165 San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 19, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 19, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025906 Fictitious business name(s): ZhaneElite Body & Beauty Located at: 7733 Palm Street Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego --3909 Mt. Ainsworth Ave. San Diego, CA 92111 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/02/2021 This business is hereby registered by the following: Kai Zhane Harris 3909 Mt. Ainsworth Ave. San Diego, CA 92111 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 29, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 29, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01

Name (JC Form #NC-100) will be granted without a hearing. One copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: MIRA MESA HIGH SCHOOL TRACK REPAIR A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2024, outside the main office of Mira Mesa High School, 10510 Marauder Way, San Diego, CA 92126. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks. The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com. All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP24-0865-39-00-00 Mira Mesa High School Track Repair. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $800,000 and $950,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: A, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CP24- 0865-39-00-00

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND DE PORTOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL SINGLE POINT OF ENTRY A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on THURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2024, outside of the main office of Carver Elementary School, 3251 Juanita Street, San Diego, CA 92105, please park on Juanita Street. Upon completion Carver Elementary School site visit, all contractors will proceed to De Portola Middle School, 11010 Clairemont Mesa Boulevard, San Diego, CA 92124. Prime contractors must be present at all (2) sites in order to bid this project. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com. All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on FEBRUARY 23, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC24-0773-08-00-00 Carver Elementary School and De Portola Middle School Single Point of Entry. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $110,000 and $120,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: B, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CC24-0773-08-00-00.

ADVERTISEMENT FOR BIDS Advertisement for Bids Notice is hereby given that the San Diego Unified School District, acting by and through its governing board, will electronically receive bids for the furnishing of all labor, materials, transportation, equipment, and services for: BLINDS AT 20 SITES – GROUP 2 A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on FEBRUARY 8, 2024, outside the main office of Clairemont High School, 4150 Ute Dr, San Diego, CA 92117. All attendees must preregister with the District prior to attending the site walk at sandiegounified.org/sitewalks. The Bid and Contract Documents may be downloaded free of charge at the District’s online Planroom at sandiegousdplans.com. All bids must be received electronically via PlanetBids before 1:00 p.m. on February 22, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CP24-0790-05-00-00 Blinds at 20 Sites – Group 2. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $320,000 and $375,000. This is not a PSA project and does not require prequalification. The District requires that Bidders possess any of the following classification(s) of California State Contractors License(s), valid and in good standing, at the time of bid opening and contract award: C-61/D-52, or other appropriate license, subject to District approval. SAN DIEGO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, George A. Harris III, Director, Fiscal Controls and Information Systems, Facilities Planning and Construction CP24-0790-05-00-00.

to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Classy Casita INC 2818 30th Street San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 10, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000724 Fictitious business name(s): Suenique --Suenique Embroidery Located at: 19728 Casner Road Ramona, CA 92065 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: John Michael Elliott 19728 Casner Road Ramona, CA 92065 --Susan Ann Elliot 19728 Casner Road Ramona, CA 92065 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on

January 10, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000270 Fictitious business name(s): PWH Fine Wines LLC Located at: 6832 Paseo Delicias Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 County of San Diego --PO Box 7217 Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 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: PWH Fine Wines LLC 6832 Paseo Delicias Rancho Santa Fe, CA 92067 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 04, 2029 1/18, 1/25, 2/01, 2/08 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025266 Fictitious business name(s): Leihua's Home Located at: 6044 Fulmar Street San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego --1640 Republic Street 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: Tamarack Enterprises LLC 640 Republic Street San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 19, 2023 This fictitious business name will expire on December 19, 2028 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000259 Fictitious business name(s): The Hot Suite Located at: 4730 Palm Ave. 206B La Mesa, CA 91941 County of San Diego --4630 Date Ave. La Mesa, CA 91941 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: Meet + Play Cafe LLC 7918 El Cajon Blvd. Ste N#196 La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 325 South Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 North County Superior Court 37-2024-00003351CU-PT-NC Petitioner or Attorney: Chloe Audriana Lucas To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Chloe Audriana Lucas filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Chloe Audriana Lucas PROPOSED NAME: Cayrin Audriana Guerrero 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: March 15, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 25 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) 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

To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies. 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 nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. The address of the court is: 325 South Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 2/01, 2/08, 2/15, 2/22 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Courthouse 37-2024-00002450CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Kara Elizabeth DeFrias To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Kara Elizabeth DeFrias filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Kara Elizabeth DeFrias PROPOSED NAME: Kara Elizabeth Anne Fitzpatrick 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: March 05, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

www.sdvoice.info LEGAL NOTICES 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 copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies. 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 nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. The address of the court is: 330 W.Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice 37-2024-00002193CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Wendell Gene Taper To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Wendell Gene Taper filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Wendell Gene Taper PROPOSED NAME: Wendell Delano Thompson 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: March 05, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M.

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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.

(To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) 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 copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies. 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 nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. The address of the court is: 330 W.Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall Of Justice 37-2024-00000008CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Gizzele Victoria Del Rosario Valencia To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Gizzele Victoria Del Rosario Valencia filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Gizzele Victoria Del Rosario Valencio PROPOSED NAME: Gizzele Victoria ValenciaDelgado 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.

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: February 21, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) 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 copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies. 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 nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. The address of the court is: 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Hall Of Justice 37-2024-00000018CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Joe Eatnet Lewis AKA Joe E. Lewis AKA Joe Lewis To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Joe Eatnet Lewis filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

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LEGAL NOTICES PRESENT NAME: Joe Eatnet Lewis AKA Joe E. Lewis AKA Joe Lewis PROPOSED NAME: Joseph Ernest Lewis 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: February 14, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 61 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) 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 copy of the Order Granting the Petition will be mailed to the petitioner. To change a name on a legal document, including a birth certificate, social security card, driver license, passport, and other identification, a certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be required. Contact the agency(ies) who issue the legal document that needs to be changed, to determine if a certified copy is required. A certified copy of Decree Changing Name (JC Form #NC-130) or Decree Changing Name and Order Recognizing Change of Gender and for Issuance of New Birth Certificate (JC Form #NC-230) may be obtained from the Civil Business Office for a fee. Petitioners who are seeking a change of name under the Safe at Home program may contact the assigned department for the information on obtaining certified copies. 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 nonsigning parent, and proof of service must be filed with the court. The address of the court is: 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 1/11, 1/18, 1/25, 2/01

BLACK HISTORY 1902 LANGSTON HUGHES BORN Langston Hughes, born on February 1, 1902, in Joplin, Missouri, was a prominent figure in the Harlem Renaissance, a multifaceted artist known for his contributions to poetry, novels, and essays. A key figure in the Harlem Renaissance, Hughes notable works include "The Weary Blues," "Fine Clothes to the Jew," and "Not Without Laughter." Hughes settled in Harlem in the early 1940s, contributing significantly to literature and receiving honors like the Guggenheim Fellowship. He continued writing and encouraging younger artists until his death in Harlem on May 22, 1967, leaving a lasting legacy.

1960 GREENSBORO SIT-INS BEGAN The Greensboro Sit-Ins, spanning from February 1 to July 25, 1960, were pivotal non-violent protests in Greensboro, North Carolina, marking the beginning of prominent sit-ins during the civil rights movement. The "Greensboro Four" — Ezell Blair Jr., David Richmond, Franklin McCain, and Joseph McNeil — students at North Carolina A&T College, drew inspiration from Mohandas Gandhi's non-violent protest principles and early freedom rides by CORE in 1947. Strategically planned, the protest aimed at desegregating Woolworth's lunch counter, a symbol of racial segregation in the southern U.S. After months of persistence, Woolworth ended its segregation policy on July 25, 1960, as four Black employees became the first African Americans served at the lunch counter. The Greensboro Sit-Ins had a cascading impact, leading to similar protests nationwide and inspiring the formation of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), a significant civil rights organization in the 1960s.

ARTICLE CONTINUATION Ethnicity: Continued from cover

After Holden introduced Assembly Bill (AB) 1604, the Upward Mobility Act in January 2022. The legislation requires the state to breakdown the data of state employees by ethnic origin. Furthermore, AB 1604, signed by Gov. Gavin Newsom in September 2022, provides state workers with greater opportunity to move upward within state service through improvements and best practices in processes for hiring, recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce. Holden had previously pushed legislation to promote mobility for people of color in California’s civil services system and require diversity on state boards and commissions. Newsom vetoed AB 105 in October 2021, the legislative forerunner to AB 1604, which Holden also introduced. AB 1604 resembles legislation that requires data from other racial groups. In September 2016, former Gov. Jerry Brown signed AB 1726 into law, requiring the state Department of Public Health to disaggregate data it collects by ethnicity or ancestry for Native Hawaiian, Asian, and Pacific Islander. The question of identity became front-and-center in state government decision-making when the California Reparations Task Force elected a lineage-based framework to determine eligibility for reparations. The nine-member panel

decided that compensation should be limited to descendants of enslaved or free Black people whose ancestors were in the United States by the end of the 19th century. That narrow 5-4 task force decision overrode a model for determining eligibility that is race-based. Lodgson said that he believes the lineage-based arrangement will help Black Americans self-identify with their heritage in this country on the heels of Black History Month. According to a May 14, 2021, Pew Research Center report, Black and Hispanic adults were more likely than White adults to say their origins are central to their identity and that they feel a strong connection to their family’s cultural roots. On Jan. 18, 2024, PEW released data that the Black population in the U.S. has grown by 32% since 2000, rising from 36.2 million then to 47.9 million in 2022. In addition, the number of people self-identifying as another race in addition to Black has increased nearly 254% since 2000. In 2022, there were 5.1 million Black immigrants in the U.S., up from 2.4 million in 2000, according to PEW’s analysis of Census Bureau data. Immigrants accounted for 11% of the Black population in 2022, up from 7% in 2000.

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After Gay’s resignation, Gay still sought to uphold Harvard’s values. Time and again in American history, the people least likely to get the largesse of what America has to offer continue to hold this country accountable to its purported values. Ivy League schools shouldn’t have so much power over how we discuss college, but they do. In this light, universities of all statuses should take a real stance about the movement to delegitimize the pluralism so many people have fought to attain. The motives for using academic tools against someone matter just as much as the

purported offense. Placating fascists only makes that movement grow. Oh, and institutions of higher education should prepare to defend themselves and each other. Because dictatorships usually come for the intellects of their most marginalized, then everyone else. We’re seeing it now. This commentary first appeared in Word In Black.

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supply of insulin for $35 to eligible patients, including the uninsured. The company also offers a copay savings card that allows eligible patients to buy its insulin products for as little as $35 and no more than $99, depending on their health insurance coverage.

Saving millions in Medicaid rebates

And Eli Lilly in March instituted an automatic $35 monthly cap on out-of-pocket costs for those with commercial insurance buying its insulin products at participating retail pharmacies. The uninsured are able to download the Lilly Insulin Value Program savings card, which allows them to get the medication for $35 a month.

These moves were carefully timed and will save the companies hundreds of millions of dollars a year, experts said. That’s because the 2021 American Rescue Plan Act made a major change to the rebates that drug manufacturers pay annually to state Medicaid programs – a change that kicked in on January 1.

All three companies are also lowering the list prices for many of their insulin products, which lawmakers and patient advocates have pushed for for years.

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