Vol. 64 No.7 Thursday, February 15, 2024 by SD Voice & Viewpoint

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Vol. 64 No. 7

Thursday, February 15, 2024

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Payday Coming For Small Businesses Affected by Storm Coalition by County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce to Help Small Businesses recover after Historic and Damaging Storms

By Macy Meinhardt Voice & Viewpoint Staff Writer Was your small business impacted by the floods? Thanks to a strategic alliance involving multiple governmental agencies and local community organizations, money can be in your pocket soon to restore business infrastructure and equipment that sustained water damage.

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Election 2024

KEY DATES Right Now! - Early voting has begun at the Registrar’s office, Monday–Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.

FEB. 3 - Ballots went out to registered voters. FEB 6 - Official ballot drop boxes opened, through March 5. FEB 20 - Voter registration deadline. FEB 21 - If you missed the voter registration deadline, you can still conditionally register and vote. Visit the Registrr’s office or any vote center through March 5.

Small Business Owner Shaunte Brown provided testimony to the impact her Child Care business sustained by the storms at the Press Conference on Thursday, Feb. 5. PHOTO: Aryka Randall/ Voice & Viewpoint

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APR 4 - Deadline to certify the election.

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Voice & Viewpoint CELEBRATES

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This powerhouse partnership and allyship includes: • Black Chamber of Commerce

• Asian Business Association of San Diego • San Diego County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce • City of San Diego • County of San Diego • San Diego Foundation • Urban League • BAPAC • NAACP • Latino Professionals • Downtown Partnership

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Open for March Presidential Primary Election By Tracy DeFore County of San Diego Communications Office

Mail ballots for the County’s 1.9 million registered voters are expected to arrive this week.

Voice & Viewpoint Staff Writer

During its 11th Gala Event on Feb. 10 at Liberty Station Conference Center, Voice & Viewpoint extended gratitude to the community for the publication’s enduring presence and paid homage to

What do the Registrar’s official ballot drop boxes look like?

Official ballot drop box located outside of the North Park Library. PHOTO: County News Center

Each official ballot drop box is designed to prevent physical damage and unauthorized access to mail ballots. The boxes feature double-locking access doors, anti-pry door jambs and other anti-theft construction measures. The Registrar’s ballot retrieval team is responsible for collecting ballots inside the box.

How do I return my ballot to an official ballot drop box?

Mark your ballot, seal your completed ballot inside your return envelope, date and sign your name on the return envelope, and return it in the mail or to one of the Registrar’s official ballot drop boxes around the county. Remember, your signature is required for your vote to count. Out of the 146 official ballot drop boxes, 103 are located outdoors and are open 24 hours a day until 8 p.m. on the final day of voting, March 5. Forty-three are located indoors and only available when the facility is open. Check the location list or the locator tool for each facility’s hours of operation before heading out to return your ballot. On the final day of voting, March 5, all of the Registrar’s official ballot drop box locations will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. See BALLOT page 2

By Macy Meinhardt In the realm of journalism, The Black Press stands to uplift the narrative by voices that have historically gone unheard. As The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint marks its 64th year in service, it not only commemorates its rich legacy but also reaffirms the Black Press as a beacon of empowerment, resilience, and unwavering advocacy for social justice.

Starting Tuesday, Feb. 6, registered voters can return their mail ballot for the March Presidential Primary Election to any one of 146 official ballot drop boxes located around the county.

The Registrar’s official ballot drop boxes are red, white and blue and feature the Registrar’s logo along with the County seal. All boxes are labeled “Official Ballot Drop Box” and made from high grade, heavy gauge stainless steel.

Recipients of The Changemakers Award, Sheri Jones and Tinicia Smith, alongside Dr. John E. Warren, and Managing Editor Latanya West at the 11th annual Voice & Viewpoint Gala, Feb. 10th. PHOTO: Rochelle Porter

the 197 year–old existence of the Black Press. “News has no color. But we cover the news from a Black perspective,” said Publisher Dr. John E. Warren, during introductory comments. An anchor within the community since 1960, through its pages, generations of readers have found inspiration, solidarity, and a sense of belonging–generating a profound impact on the lives of Black San Diegans and beyond. See GALA page 10

Black History and the

Legacy of Integrating San Diego’s Fire Stations By Aryka Randall Contributing Writer

1951 was the year Alwin Holman became a Fireman in San Diego and unbeknownst to him, it would be the beginning of a legacy as one of the first Black Battalion Fire Chiefs in California. Born to Addy and Alwin Holman Sr. in 1925 in Alton Illinois, Alwin, also known as “Ben”, lived with his parents and siblings PHOTO: Aryka Randall

until he ventured out for work on his own at the age of 18. His journey was cut short when he was drafted to the Navy for World War 2 and his life was put on hold for two years while serving the country. Upon completion of service, he joined USPS to work as a mail carrier which would later be where he stumbled upon the idea of becoming a Firefighter. See LEGACY page 2

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION PAYDAY: Continued from cover

The Spirit of Solidarity

The sheer number of businesses and homes impacted during the floods this past month is still being processed, however county officials report that they have identified 3,000 people and small businesses that have been impacted by the historic flood, and that number will most likely grow in time. “I’ve listened to the small business owners. It’s absolutely profoundly heartbreaking to see what is going on in these communities in the aftermath of the flood. As mayor, I remain committed to doing absolutely everything we can at the city to help these communities recover,” said Mayor Todd Gloria. Therefore, in the spirit of solidarity over the past two weeks, these organizations and agencies have come together to provide advocacy information and the resources to support an equitable natural disaster recovery plan. “The strategic alliances and partnering organizations are here today to say we are not only a resource for our small businesses and our impacted communities, we are also a resource to help our local government be the change makers by addressing any of any and all systemic factors that could lead to any type of inequitable disaster recovery outcomes,” said DeBerry. For business in District 4, which was located in the area of Southeastern San Diego that took the brunt of impact, the SDBCC has already raised over $100K through an emergency relief fund.

One of the many integral businesses that make up our economy is Shaunte Brown’s Happy Time Learning Academy, a childcare service she runs within her home. As a childcare provider for over 27 years, she shared that the disaster has had a “profound impact” on her Southeastern business with damages that include: a roof leak, odor from water damage setting into the wood, and damaged playground gates that has since created a safety hazard for the children. “A lot of us are barely making ends meet and we are the key to helping our communities thrive, especially for us that are helping in the day to day activities of working with their children, our future leaders.” said Brown.

Teaming up with Governmental Bodies

Along with Mayor Todd Gloria, County of San Diego Chairwoman Supervisor Nora Vargas was also present at the conference, to relay the alliances formed on the governmental level to help provide aid. “San Diego experienced a natural disaster. There are no two ways about it. It’s the most significant storm in our city’s history in the last century.” said Mayor Gloria. “And while we’ve made multiple city services available to the impacted residents and their homes, I also know that there’s a component of this recovery that must focus on small businesses. It’s going to be necessary for these communities to truly and fully recover.” As a result, the Mayor announced that the City’s Economic Department has deployed an emergency relief grant program that will provide grants between $2,500 and $5,000– depending upon the business or nonprofits location. The department’s goal is to provide roughly 100 awards on a first come first serve basis. Applications for this specific grant will be accepted beginning Monday, Feb. 12. List of online applications and further information about criteria can be found at https://www. sandiego.gov/economic-development/about/

emergencyresponsegrant. “We know that it will take some time for applicants to gather together documentation that will be necessary. And so I want to encourage those eligible businesses and nonprofits to be ready to apply once that application goes live next week,” said Mayor Gloria. Furthermore, paper copies of applications can be available upon request in the lobby of the 14th floor at Civic Center Plaza (1200 Third Ave, Suite 1400). Paper copies are available in English, Spanish, Mayor Todd Gloria PHOTO: Aryka Randall/ Voice & Viewpoint Vietnames e, Tagalog, Declaration will offer programs and support Arabic, Khmer, and Somali. For questions, including housing assistance, vehicle replaceplease contact sdbusiness@sandiego.gov. ment, food aid, counseling, medical services Meanwhile, Supervisor Chairwoman Nora and legal services, the county reports. Vargas spoke on behalf of the efforts being In addition, officials from FEMA have also done at the county level, which included a been on the ground to assess and collect special meeting where the board allocated data of the full scope of storm damage to the $10 million dollars to support. community in order to reach the threshold “Small business owners are also family of federal funding to come in. members. They’re human beings. So they’re having to deal with the fact that the loss of Applications To receive grants and technical assistance to business but also their families may have help small businesses affected by the floodbeen impacted and themselves may be ing: applications from the County Black impacted. So we want to make sure that you Chamber of commerce are currently being have your basic needs met. That is what we’re taken and processed. To apply visit the going to do in the county.” Vargas asserted. Google Forms link listed: Updates on Relief from the State and https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/ Federal Government 1FAIpQLScnaRJwbKilW7FJ3AWzoshAmid Mayor Todd Gloria calling for a State LiPe4tCDr85TEONREt20g7vLkDA/ of Emergency, Governor Newsom also joined viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0 forces with the county by listing San Diego Applications for small business provided by for a Major Disaster Declaration for federal the City of San Diego opens Feb. 12 to apply aid to come into the region. click: https://www.sandiego.gov/economicApproval from President Joe Biden is still development/about/emergencyresponsegrant pending, but if approved, a Major Disaster

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How do I vote in person?

Early voting began Monday at the Registrar of Voters office located on the County Operations Center campus in Kearny Mesa. Hours run from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. However, the Registrar’s office will be closed Monday, Feb. 19 in observance of Presidents Day. Due to major construction at the County Operations Center, those who wish to visit the Registrar’s office are encouraged to allow for extra time to find parking. If you prefer to vote in-person, 39 vote centers will open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. starting Saturday, Feb. 24. On Saturday, March 2, an additional 179 vote centers will open for a total of 218. The locations will be open daily from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. through March 4. On the final day of voting, March 5, all vote centers and official ballot drop boxes will be open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Avoid long lines by taking advantage of the early voting. You have the option of casting your ballot at any vote center around the county. You can find an official ballot drop box or vote center near you inside your voter information pamphlet, or you can look it

up online at sdvote.com. If you plan to vote for president, the Registrar urges voters to review each political party’s rules. Learn more about voting in the March presidential primary at sdvote.com, or call (858) 565-5800 or toll free at (800) 696-0136.

Election Information can be found at: Election Information Election Information- https://www.sdvote. com/content/rov/en/elections/election_ information.html Ballot Finder https://gis-portal.sandiegocounty.gov/arcgis/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=fbded9f5d4914d45b2b5f7b5391348a2 Presidential Primary Election Ballot Drop Box Locations https://www.sdvote.com/content/rov/en/ elections/ballot-drop-box-locations.html/ View A Voter Information Pamphlet Information https://www.sdvote.com/content/rov/en/ sample-ballot-info-lookup.html Information on Voting in a Presidential Primary https://www.sdvote.com/content/rov/en/ elections/election_information.html

LEGACY: Continued from cover

“There was a guy I used to work with who knew someone in the Fire Department and he kept telling me how good his job was and how we should try it out because he could get us a recommendation from his friend. The Postal Service was changing and we didn’t like some of the new working conditions so we decided to give it a shot.” Alwin and his coworker wasted no time leaving the Postal Service and trying their hand at becoming firemen. 25 years old and full of tenacity, Alwin took the entry exam to become a Fireman and passed with flying colors on his second attempt. From there he would be placed on a mandatory 90 day probationary period where his superiors would decide whether he was a good fit for the station or not.

There was still one obstacle in his way though. Every Black Firemen in San Diego was segregated and placed at Station 19 off of Oceanview. PHOTO: Aryka Randall

• Workforce Partnership • Jackie Robinson YMCA • Latino Professionals • Urban Collaborative Project “In the aftermath of these disasters, no one person, no one entity can get the work done to rebuild devastated communities and businesses,” said Donna DeBerry, President and CEO of the County’s Black Chamber of Commerce (SDBCC), who has spearheaded this initiative.

See LEGACY page 16

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EDITORIAL/COMMENTARY/OPINION

CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH

fined by others; that we are not disadvantaged, or handicapped; that we are born with a right to equality and that we have always demanded equity even though others have tried to deny it to us. We are “We The People”. We must not allow the changes that have been removed from our bodies to be placed on our minds. We have the ability to remove ourselves from poverty by using the tools in our hands. We must remember that we now possess everything that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. spoke of when in his 1957 speech he said “give us the ballot and we will place the right people in office to in essence, further our cause. Today, so many of us have not because we will not use that which we do have. We have freedom of movement, of thought and how we use our minds. Yet,so many choose to squander these freedoms on how others tell us we should think and dress and what we should be with the few dollars that so many of us waste on things that are not necessary. We have freedom of worship, yet so many of us don’t bother to pray until we find ourselves in crisis.

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

his year, perhaps more than ever, we need to be especially mindful of Black History. This time of banning books from local libraries, especially those that tell of the history and struggle of Black Americans against slavery and racism, pose a threat to both our presence and our future. It has often been said that if you don’t know where you come from, you will have no idea of where you are going. Well, African Americans in particular must remember that we are here today because of strong ancestors who did not allow the circumstances under which they lived, to stuff out their dreams of a future for themselves and their descendants. We must remind ourselves that we are not to be de-

In addition to Black History, Carter G. Woodson, left us a most valuable book, “The Miseducation of the Negro”. It's time to honor is gift of Black History with our own personal contributions to the times in which we live and those we share this life experience with. Only when we engage in this level of thought and activity while making black history a daily experience, can we truly honor what we have been given beyond the month of February each year. Where do you stand and what are you doing with what you have been given? Let's move beyond complaints and expectations by others to what each of us can do right where we stand. Let’s get back to defending ourselves and not allowing others to do it for us.

On War and Poverty By S.E. Williams

America has a penchant for war. Whether it is ours or someone else’s, whether declared or undeclared, this nation stands ready, at any and every given opportunity, to exercise its military prowess directly or by proxy. In 1967, Martin Luther King Jr. spoke about poverty in America. “The curse of poverty has no justification in our age. It is socially as cruel and blind as the practice of cannibalism at the dawn of civilization, when men ate each other because they had not yet learned to take food from the soil or to consume the abundant animal life around them. The time has come for us to civilize ourselves by the total, direct and immediate abolition of poverty.” More than 50 years since King spoke these words we have advanced militaristically and yet remain stalled when it comes to meeting the human needs of the most vulnerable among us. King spoke about how war “robs society of the funds to uplift the poor.” And yet, we continue to spend with wanton abandon in support of military activities while we squeeze federal pennies in support of the poor.

Today, America is making fiscal contributions on at least three war fronts: On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine and by early December 2023, the U.S. had directed more than $75 billion in assistance to Ukraine. On October 7, 2923, Hamas attacked Israel and although the U.S. already provides Israel $3.8 billion in support of its military and missile defense every year, by early November, 2023, the Biden administration had requested an additional $14.3 billion for added military assistance to Israel. In another instance, the Department of Defense (DOD) provided about $54.6 billion in military support to Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) over the six year period from 2015 through 2021 for actions in Yemen. On the other hand, the U.S. provided Yemen with $1 billion in humanitarian aid in 2022, as the conditions in that country reached a crisis. It seems in this case America is funding both sides. This is just the tip of the iceberg in war-related spending in the last few years. It totals $148.7 billion dollars and America is not even at war. In the meantime, this country reached a record

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THRILLING HISTORY OF

Black Excellence

in Our National Parks By Audrey Peterman Environmentalist and Diversity Advocate

I embrace Black History Month as an opportunity to take you on a tour to some of the glorious places in the National Park System where our forebears helped turn the tide of history. I take it as a point of pride that I have literally walked in the majority of these places, which is why my thirst to share them may never be quenched. I could take you geographically from the southernmost point of the continental United States at the Dry Tortugas National Park, where enslaved Black men helped build the massive Fort Jefferson as part of America’s coastal defense system in the 1830s. We could go all the way north to the highest peak on the North American continent, where George Crenshaw left his footprints on Mount Denali in Denali National Park on July 9, 1964. Because in every facet of American life -from exploration; conquest, defense, economy, resistance, conservation and the pursuit of human rights – I can show you a unit of the National Park System where the event took place, where African Americans made the difference, and the park is the means of protecting the story. The best thing of all is that the contributions of every race and ethnic group is similarly protected in units of the Park System at the places where it happened. Literally, the National Park System “preserves unimpaired the natural and cultural resources and values” of our country “for the enjoyment, education and inspiration of this and future generations.” Let’s begin at Fort Monroe National Monument in Virginia, marking the site where the first Africans were traded onto American soil in 1619. The plantation economy subsequently built upon the labor of millions of enslaved Africans, and its impact on their lives can be experienced at the Charles Pinkney National Historic Site in South Carolina (he being a signer of the US Constitution) and the Kingsley Plantation outside Jacksonville, (where the plantation mistress, Anna Madgigine Jai was a Senegalese princess whom the Florida planter Zephaniah Kingsley married in 1806 when she was 13 years old) Their offspring include Johnetta Betsch Cole, legendary educator and former president of Spelman College. The first shot to ring out in the Revolutionary War took the life of Crispus Attucks, and the place where he fell is still identified as the site of the Boston Massacre in Boston National Historical Park. Valley Forge National Historical Park in Philadelphia contains the encampment site of General George Washington’s Continental Army in the dire winter of 1777-78 when, lacking a supply chain, soldiers were forced to forage for food, heat and clothing. The anguish suffered by Black and brown men and women in the encampment was visible from the bloody footprints left on the snow. Yet the ragged band persevered and emerged “a cohesive and disciplined fighting force” that went on to secure the new nation.

level of homelessness in 2023 according to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, a 12% jump from 2022, In addition, the the Department of Agriculture found hunger in the U.S. rose sharply in 2022. About 44.2 million people lived in households that were food insecure.

At nearby Independence National Historical Park let’s tune in to the words of the Declaration of Independence ringing out July 4, 1776: “We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal…” The dramatically flawed and cracked Liberty Bell, that unbowed symbol of the drive for freedom stands sentinel outside, reminding us that the job is not yet finished. Black history is inextricably interwoven with American history, because we are an indispensable part of everything that happened here. Our Herculean efforts in the face of rabid racism helped make America the beacon she remains today.

The hard reality is that it does not seem to matter which political party is in power, how many people sleep on the street or how many babies go to bed hungry at night in this nation, military might continues to take precedence over human needs. King’s words are as true today as they were more than 50 years ago, “The curse of poverty has no justification in our age.”

Of course, this is just my opinion. I’m keeping it real. Stephanie Williams is executive editor of the IE Voice and Black Voice News. This article first appeared on TheIEVoice.

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COMMUNITY THE 18TH ANNUAL

Black History

CELEBRATION AT FDSRC By Voice & Viewpoint Staff

he George Stevens Fourth District Seniors Resource Center Black History luncheon and celebration was once again a smashing success. From the moment the doors opened, attendees were lined up for the big event. The Buffalo Soldiers did the presentation of the colors and Ms. Carmelia “Toot” Bell sang the Battle Hymn of the Republic. All of this after Mrs. Rosemary Pope provided a heartfelt welcome. But one of the early highlights was a special presentation by Mayor Todd Gloria and the connection he made to the importance of Black History as America’s history. He gave special appreciation to Mrs. Chida Warren-Darby, his Senior Staff Director of Boards and Commissions. “There is no discussion of the Fourth District in my office without Chida WarrenDarby being in the room,” Mayor Todd said to the crowd. With Warren-Darby’s assistance the Mayor went on to give the four awards to:

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The Floyd Robinson Foundation receiving the George L.Stevens Legacy Award given to Sandra Robinson; The Warren J. Simon Legacy Award presented to Kathie C. Hardie;

The Humanitarian Award presented to Jacqueline M. Jackson, and The Community Service Awards presented to Blacks in Government and Falck Mobile Health

The food was indeed worth waiting for. A thanksgiving style meal of turkey, mash potatoes, gravy and all the extras, everyone ate well. The volunteers, the Center’s Board and all those who worked so hard, including the Old Globe, a standing partner, are to be commended for a job well done.

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LOCAL/STATE/NATIONAL NEWS New Set of Housing Policy Reforms Will Make it Easier to Build Housing That San Diegans Can Afford Mayor Gloria Signs Second Housing Action Package into Law

Fighting for Environmental Justice in Communities of Concern: San Diegans deserve to live in healthy, thriving communities. However, some communities continue to endure toxic pollution from land uses that no longer comply with local zoning and development regulations. Harmful land use, such as wrecking and dismantling motor vehicles, would no longer be allowed to continue after a transition period if it has been rezoned for homes or mixed-use development as part of a community plan update in the Promise Zone.

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ayor Todd Gloria today signed his second Housing Action Package into law. Approved by the City Council in December, HAP 2.0 will make it easier to build homes that low- and middleincome San Diegans can afford. “All our efforts to build more homes are about making sure we have enough supply to drive down the cost of housing, so we can put people’s hard-earned dollars back in their pockets,” Mayor Todd Gloria said. “HAP 2.0 is a part of that, and today’s signing sets on a path to make 2024 a banner year for housing in San Diego.” Mayor Gloria’s Housing Action Package (HAP) 2.0, part of his Homes for All of Us initiative, includes amendments to the Land Development Code to preserve existing affordable homes and encourage the construction of more new homes, with new protections for the City’s most vulnerable community members. This includes people experiencing or at risk of homelessness, people with disabilities and seniors. The package of amendments also includes incentives for homes for students and in areas with greater access to jobs and high-performing schools. The reforms included in the Mayor’s HAP 2.0 are: Affordable Homes for Those at Risk of Homelessness: Encourages the creation of singleroom occupancy homes, which have shared kitchens and bathrooms, particularly at the very-low-income level. This is a housing op-

Preventing Displacement and Preserving Existing Affordable Homes: Promotes the preservation of affordable homes, protects residents from displacement caused by new development and complements the new Residential Tenant Protection Ordinance. Flexible Parking Requirements: Implements Assembly Bill 2097 and gives residential and commercial builders within a half-mile of a major existing or planned public transit stop the flexibility to build the number of parking spaces they need.

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tion primarily for seniors, people with disabilities and people vulnerable to becoming homeless. Addressing College Student Home Insecurity: Allows the development of private, dormstyle student homes near transit and near universities and colleges and ensures they are affordable to low-income students. Homes for Seniors and People with Disabilities: Encourages the development of accessory dwelling units (ADU) homes,

which are secondary housing units on the same lot as single-family homes, that are accessible for people with disabilities by amending the ADU Home Density Bonus Program. Putting All Government Land to Good Use: Provides public agencies greater flexibility in developing homes on publicly owned land by increasing allowed densities and allowing affordable home developments on premises zoned as commercial or residential.

Turning Underused Strip Malls and Parking Lots into Homes: Provides additional incentives for homes and mixed-use developments in malls and parking lots near transit. Building Family Homes in Places with Good Schools and Job Availability: Streamlines regulations to remove barriers to constructing family homes, encourages the development of middle-income homes and allows for affordable homes to be located in areas with good job and school opportunities and a clean environment.

Pastors Keep the Pressure on Biden for Gaza Cease-Fire By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware If you were a child living in Gaza, it is quite likely you’d be among the thousands since October who have had a limb amputated and survived, in spite of the lack of anesthesia. If you were one of 52,000 pregnant women in the same place, you would be anticipating giving birth in unsanitary conditions without the assistance of medical professionals. Just over two million people live on a stretch of land that is 22 miles long and 3.7 to 7.5 miles wide. United Nations Food Sector Security partners have tried to bring in food and water, but it is not enough for the people who are relegated to the Gaza Strip. The U.N. estimates that the population is “at imminent risk of famine,” with roughly 939,000 people at “emergency levels.” In addition, as of January 31, 26,900 Palestinians have been killed, and nearly 66,000 have been injured, according to the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs. At least 122 of the dead were journalists. “For the U.S. to be financially backing such a thing is horrendous, the Rev. Dr. Jamal Harrison Bryant, senior pastor of New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest, Georgia, tells Word In Black. Bryant is a part of Black Christian Faith Leaders for Cease Fire, a coalition of 1,000 Black pastors petitioning President Biden for an immediate cease-fire to Israel’s aggression in Gaza and an end to Israel’s occupation of the West Bank. They also want the release of hostages held by Hamas. In November, the group put

out a full-page ad in the New York Times with their call for an end to the atrocities.

In Kuttab’s eyes, this is no longer an issue of power or politics.

“As people of moral conscience, we seek and pray for the President and the Congress to use diplomacy and peaceful negotiations to reverse the course of a war that has the potential to escalate and draw other forces, including the United States, into another extended conflict resulting in even more deaths,” reads the petition.

“It’s a real moral question. Palestinians are reaping the penalty of Western aggression against Jews,” he says. But “Palestinians, Muslims, Christians, and Jews have lived together for 13 centuries.”

“The President’s action has certainly caused some voters to withdraw their support from him, especially the millennials,” Bryant says. Jonathan Kuttab, executive director of Friends of Sabeel North America — a trans-denominational Christian organization seeking justice and peace in the Holy Land through education, advocacy, and nonviolent action — has also joined the call for a cease-fire.

“This is 3,000 years after the kingdoms of David and Solomon. This is not a continuation of those kingdoms,” Kuttab says. “To think that is to skip over the New Testament. Christ negated racism. He had to be born in Bethlehem. He had to be born a Hebrew. Forget those kingdoms. Focus on the kingdom of God.” Kuttab says he’s encouraged by the intersectional activism of Black Lives Matter, envi-

ronmental justice, and LGBTQ groups, as well as the activism of U.S-based Jewish groups — like “Jewish Voice for Peace,” a U.S.-based activist group and “If Not Now,” a movement of American Jews working to end the nation’s “support for Israel’s apartheid system and demand equality, justice, and a thriving future for all Palestinians and Israelis,” Bryant says democracy is not a spectator sport, and the President still has time to redeem himself. And Kuttab thinks Americans should know that Palestinian people are regular people, not barbaric — they’re part of a vital, vibrant culture. “We need to stand together and boycott those who send weapons,” he says. “We can only be free if we work together.”

“It’s genocide. And everyone knows it. Everyone sees it,” Kuttab says. “Eleven thousand are children. Seven thousand are women. They’re civilians. Their homes have been destroyed. Sixteen cemeteries have been plowed over.” And Kuttab also calls out the Biden administration’s role. “Biden is the biggest obstacle,” he says. He points out how when the Israelis ran out of ammunition, Biden repeatedly circumvented Congress and gave the green light to hundreds of millions of dollars worth of ammunition and weapons. “This has to stop,” Kuttab says.

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CA State Controller Malia Cohen Sets Procurement Contract Requirements 25% Goal Set for Small and Minority Businesses Contracting By Tanu Henry and Joe W. Bowers Jr. California Black Media On Jan. 30, State Controller Malia Cohen announced that she is requiring that 25% of all procurement contracts signed by her department are with small and minority owned businesses.

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Cohen stated in a letter that her action is necessary to meet the objectives of Assembly Bill (AB) 2019. The law, which took effect on Jan. 1, 2023, requires state agencies to establish goals for including small businesses and microbusinesses among their contracted suppliers.

“January 1 is now behind us and there still appears to be some uncertainty as to which agencies and or procurements are covered by AB 2019,” Cohen stated. “One of my statutory duties is to recommend to the legislature ways to improve the public revenues. I plan to ask the legislature to remove any ambiguities in the law and to make it applicable to all agencies,” Cohen added. Under the AB 2019, agencies are required to develop an “economic equity first” action plan and policy for the agency to provide, among other things, direction, recommendations, and strategies to

ensure that small businesses, as specified, are effectively involved and benefiting from the agency’s procurement process. According to the Controller, “small businesses not only contribute significantly to the tax base of the State of California” but also account for approximately seven million employees, or 48.8 %, of all employment in the state. “This is a win-win for all involved. Making an equitable distribution of dollars to small and minority-owned businesses and allowing this sector to grow will expand state revenues without increasing taxes,” stated Cohen.

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HEALTHY LIVING How Americans Prioritize Themselves When It Comes To Fitness By Lennox Kalifungwa Zenger

o it for you — a new study has found three in five Americans are motivated to start a new fitness routine in 2024 to look good for themselves. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed, over

the next 12 months, people are prioritizing themselves when it comes to their fitness: aiming to lose a certain amount of weight (43%), increasing their general strength (43%) and increasing their general mobility (35%).

But seeing a noticeable difference in the mirror takes time. The average person believes it takes six weeks of a new fitness regime before they can see a physical difference. And once they’ve seen results in themselves, 54% said it’s “easier” to maintain their routine. However, 48% were worried about potentially losing the motivation to get fit and 65% believe the motivation to increase their level of physical fitness does actually wane over time. According to respondents, the motivation to keep going lasts for about four weeks before needing a new push.

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The survey, commissioned by Optimum Nutrition and conducted by OnePoll, found a majority of Americans’ diet affects their level of fitness motivation (89%). Nearly three in 10 (29%) believe they don’t get enough protein in their diet, lacking it either “all the time” (19%) or often (40%). Gen X felt like they were lacking protein the most out of all generations (35%), compared to millennials (34%), Gen Z (27%) and baby boomers (21%). Plus, over three in five (35%) females don’t think they get enough protein vs. 23% of men. The average person has two meals per day that don’t include protein, but 61% would be more likely to increase their protein intake in order to help achieve their fitness goals. As people are reflecting on health and wellness over the next 12 months, the most common experiences that make people feel out of shape include running out of breath often (49%) and trying on clothing that no longer fits (46%). Over a quarter (29%) said they realized they were out of shape after not being able to walk

up a flight of stairs without feeling winded.

Overall, half are optimistic about their fitness futures, believing that their best physical days are still ahead of them. “Of course it takes time to see a physical difference in ourselves,” said Optimum Nutrition Brand Director Jim Hogan. “But when you first start a new fitness routine, that moment of realization is powerful — it’s an encouragement that what you’re doing is working and the goals you have for yourself are achievable. That’s the sort of motivation people need to keep their fitness habits up.”

Top 7 Fitness Goals People Have For 2024

• Lose a certain amount of weight – 43% • Increase my general strength – 43% • Increase my general mobility – 35% • Gain muscle – 32% • Body Composition (to lose fat and build muscle) – 26% • Maintain my current weight – 18% • Gain a certain amount of weight – 8%

EDUCATION Triumph Over Adversity

Grant Awarded for MilitaryConnected Schools

Journalism Scholars Receive Prestigious PGA TOUR/NNPA Scholarship

$2 Million Grant Awarded to San Diego Unified to Enhance Math Strategies at Military-Connected Schools

By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Sr National Correspondent

Courtesy of San Diego Unified School District

In a celebration of resilience and determination, Victoria Gisel Montanet and PHOTO: NNPA Jasmine Hall, two outstanding journalneeded financial support to fuel their pursuit ism majors, were awarded the PGA of excellence. TOUR/National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) $5,000 scholarship during the The NNPA, representing 250 African AmerNNPA’s 2024 Midwinter Training Conference ican-owned newspapers and media companies in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. that comprise the Black Press of America, recognized the exceptional potential of the scholVictoria Gisel Montanet, a broadcast jourars, said NNPA Board Member and Mississippi nalism major at Florida Agricultural MechLink Publisher Jackie Hampton, who expressed anical University (FAMU), has overcome admiration for both students. significant obstacles, such as the devastating emotional toll of her father’s abandonHampton recounted Montanet’s time as the ment. Montanet’s dedication to her educaentertainment anchor and weather reporttional journey has earned her the recognition er and her community service, where she and financial support she deserves. raised awareness about vital social issues at the PACE Center for Girls and the Kearney “From an early age, I’ve always been fascinatHomeless Center. ed by the power of journalism and its potential to raise unheard voices, support social Montanet also had to deal with her family causes, and educate the public,” Montanet abandoning her and financial difficulties. emotionally stated. Hampton emphasized Montanet’s incredible comeback, which included a semester withJasmine Hall, a senior at Bethune Cookman drawal overcome with tenacity and hard University, is making history as a first-genwork, yielding an impressive GPA of 3.8. eration college student. Majoring in mass communications and multimedia journalIn addition to academic achievements, Hall’s ism, Hall embodies perseverance and hard experience in filming miniseries for her class, work in her pursuit of academic excellence. participating in field trips with the Bethune Cookman production crew, and photo“I’m a persevering, hardworking student who graphing celebrities has contributed to her will do whatever it takes to succeed in my well-rounded education. education despite the obstacles,” Hall stated. Both Montanet and Hall acknowledged the $5,000 scholarship money as a vital lifeline in their educational journeys, providing much-

“As a multimedia major, I am a hardworking, dedicated student who will do whatever it takes to succeed in life, ‘Live or Die,’” Hall exclaimed.

COVID-19 UPDATES

The U.S. Dept. of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) has awarded San Diego Unified a $2 million grant to accelerate rollout and implementation of math strategies at five elementary schools and one middle school with a minimum of 10% military-connected students. The goal of the Operation LEAAP (Learning Experiences Advancing Academic Progress) grant is to collaborate with San Diego Enhanced Mathematics in modernizing mathematics in grades 3-8. The approach is to expand and enhance problem-based classroom instruction and student-centered instructional strategies that incorporate hands-on experiences. Among other things, the grant will create community partnerships, and provide tutoring for students as well as professional development opportunities for teachers at Crown Point Junior Academy, Fletcher Elementary, Hancock Elementary, Miller Elementary, Perry Elementary and Taft Middle School. “San Diego Enhanced Mathematics is excited to support the Operation LEAAP grant by collaborating with selected school sites to modernize math instruction,” said Julie Garcia, San Diego Unified Senior Director STEM. “Through implementing a broad and challenging curriculum that includes engaging instructional strategies, we hope to promote hands-on learning experiences that help students find success and joy in their mathematics classrooms.”

Three in four people who had mild COVID-19 infections developed insomnia, according to new research. A survey of people who had been diagnosed with COVID-19 but never hospitalized found that 76.1 percent developed insomnia, and people who were anxious or depressed were even more vulnerable to this. Scientists already knew that insomnia was common in patients who had to be hospitalized, but this study from Phenikaa University, Vietnam, is the first to study the sleep habits of those with mild infections. Lead author Dr. Huong Hoang said: “As a sleep researcher, I received many questions and complaints from relatives, friends, and colleagues about their sleep disturbances after recovering from COVID19. “I found that the majority of papers focused on hospitalized patients. The environment of their treatment and quarantine would differ greatly from those with milder symptoms.”

To get their results, published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, the team recruited 1,056 people over the age of 18 who had been diagnosed with COVID-19 but not hospitalized in the last six months, and who reported no history of insomnia or psychiatric conditions. These participants were sent out a survey to complete between June and September of 2022. They found that 76.1 percent of participants reported experiencing insomnia, and 22.8 percent of those people reported severe insomnia. Half the participants said they woke more often in the night, while a third said that they found it harder to fall asleep, slept worse, and slept for less time. There was no significant link between the severity of their infections and the severity of insomnia experienced. See INSOMNIA, Page 19

Operation LEAAP will infuse research-based strategies that elevate student engagement in mathematics in high-needs schools with a population that includes at least 10% military-connected students to promote mastery of the subject matter, leading to matriculation into honors and advanced placement courses in high school and postsecondary readiness. DoDEA’s Education Partnership and Resources Division strives to ensure all military-connected K-12 students have access to quality educational opportunities through engagement in partnerships with school districts and professional organizations. The division provides school personnel and stakeholders with evidence-based resources and supports to increase understanding and awareness related to the unique challenges faced by military-connected students and families. Learn more about the DoDEA grant at dodeagrants.org.

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Mild COVID-19 Cases Linked To Insomnia In 76% Of Patients: Study By Isobel Williams Zenger

is expected that 82 elementary school teachers and five middle school teachers from the identified campuses will benefit from grant-funded professional development, aligned with district goals, during the grant period.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY

COVID-19 STATUS TEST POSITIVITY

7.4%

TOTAL HOSPITALIZED

187

7-day average daily census; 5.7 (per 100k) TOTAL DEATHS

256

fiscal year-to-date; 14.0 (4-week average); 4.3 (per million) PHOTO: Freepik

SOURCE: County of San Diego, Last updated 2/8/2024

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INTERNATIONAL NEWS

Quenching Thirst and Changing Lives in Ghana By Rev. Dorothy S. Boulware

uilding water facilities and wells sounds like work for engineers and plumbers. And, usually it is. But wells have been dug in Ghana under the guidance of the Rev. Carol Robinson, who didn’t even know where the West African nation was when this aspect of her calling became clear to her. Now, her nonprofit organization, The Waymakers, is working out its unique ministry in Ghana. And Ghana — where she lives six months out of the year — has become a second home to her native New Jersey, where she lives with her family. Right now, her attention is on a small village in the eastern part of Ghana called Kpanorkle, where they’ve recently completed facilities to bring fresh water to the entire village. “I don’t even know how we found them, they’re so far off the beaten path. I’m sure it was the Lord guiding us,” she says. The United Nations country team in Ghana reported in 2023 that only 42% of people in the nation are “accessing safely managed water, far behind the global average of 74%.” In addition, the organization reported that “the sanitation situation in Ghana is very poor, with only 25% having access to basic services, about 57% using shared or public facilities and 18% still defecating in open defecation.” Robinson says she encountered people taking care of private needs in public places in the village.

“Everyone drank from open wells that held unsanitary water since they went to the bathroom wherever they needed to, and the sewage drained into whatever water was there,” she says. “They were also unsafe in that people often fell into the wells while trying to draw water, especially the children.” But when the first borehole was finished, it was a defining moment. “Everybody was smiling, jumping, and dancing throughout the project site.” The Waymakers brought the gospel of fresh water to the village — and what a change it effected. These wells and water facilities have a profound effect on the entire life and culture of the village. At every point possible, villagers are hired to do whatever tasks are needed, so those without jobs find work for a season. When everything goes perfectly, the building process can take 6-8 weeks. They built the first water facility in 2015 and have finished a total of 17 thus far. Each facility costs around $12,000, which includes salaries for all the workers, the plumbers to dig for water, steel benders to build the towers to hold 5,000-liter polytanks, masons to build the facilities, electricians to wire the facilities; and testing to ensure the water is potable. This article originally appeared on Word in Black.

Opposition Economic Freedom Fighters party leader Julius Malema, center right, is removed by presidential task force as South African President Cyril Ramaphosa attempts to deliver his State of the Nation address to MP's in Cape Town, South Africa, on Feb. 9, 2023. PHOTO: Esa Alexander/Pool Photo

South Africa Opposition Leaders Disrupted the President's Speech Last Year.

They're Barred This Time By Gerald Imray AP News A South African court on Tuesday upheld a ban on leaders of a boisterous opposition party from attending a speech this week by President Cyril Ramaphosa opening the new parliamentary session after they were sanctioned for disrupting the event a year ago.

But instead of leaving, the group, led by EFF president Julius Malema, jumped onto the stage and held up signs calling for Ramaphosa to step down before security forced them out. The leader, deputy leader and four other officials with the Economic Freedom Fighters — the third biggest party in Parliament — will not be allowed at Thursday's State of the Nation Address. The six lawmakers were suspended from Parliament from Feb. 1 to Feb. 29. They were among a group of EFF members ordered out of the room by the speaker for interrupting Ramaphosa's 2023 speech. But instead of leaving, the group, led by EFF president Julius Malema, jumped onto the stage and held up signs calling for Ramaphosa to step down before security forced them out. EFF lawmakers have interrupted parliamentary sittings and scuffled with security officials on several occasions. Malema, EFF deputy president Floyd Shivambu and the others went to court to appeal their

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suspensions. When that was dismissed, they filed another case seeking that the new parliamentary rules under which they were suspended be declared invalid. The Western Cape High Court rejected that challenge Tuesday. Malema, who was expelled from the ruling party in 2012, is renowned for his contentious politics and has previously been accused by South African-born billionaire Elon Musk of being anti-white and stoking racial tensions. The leftist EFF says it represents South Africa's poor Black majority, which it argues has been failed by the African National Congress-led government and is still economically disadvantaged because of the legacy of the apartheid system of racial segregation that ended 30 years ago. Their policies are sometimes cast as anti-white by critics. EFF lawmakers often attend Parliament dressed in red industrial work clothes, rubber boots and hard hats like those worn by miners or construction workers in a display of solidarity with South Africa's working class. Female EFF lawmakers wear the uniforms that maids and domestic workers wear. Ramaphosa may use his State of the Nation Address to announce a date for this year's national election, due to be held between May and August. The ANC has been in government since apartheid ended in 1994, but this year's vote could be a landmark moment for South Africa. Polls suggest the ANC might slip below 50% of the vote for the first time. That would force it into a coalition to stay in government and keep Ramaphosa as president for a second and final term.

NFL Turns to Africa to Build a Market Beyond the U.S. By Lisa Vives Global Information Network By the time you read this, the Super Bowl will be over and done. As will the Africa Cup of Nations 2023. What you may not have heard is how the league swapped the greenery of American football fields for an Accra marketplace in a mission to grow its brand and engage new fans across the continent. In the 15-second teaser seen over the weekend, the NFL spotlights growing global initiatives in a Super Bowl commercial. Three of the league’s top stars are seen in downtown Accra, scampering through Ghana’s Makola Market, passing street vendors, flipping and leaping, before doing the Azonto dance. In the ad campaign, titled “Born to Play,” Giants running back Saquon

Barkley, Vikings wide receiver Justin Jefferson and Saints defensive end Cam Jordan are centerpieces in the spot. The NFL has been growing its presence in Africa, starting in Ghana, with the Cleveland Browns’ Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. A linebacker, his use of Ghanaian and other African cultures in his pregame wardrobe makes his fashion sense stand out - not often seen in American pro sports. In the league today, there are currently over 125 players of African descent (born in Africa or children born to African immigrants), per the NFL. Last year, the National Football League's "NFL Africa" program expanded to Kenya as the League continues to invest in growing the game at all levels across the continent.

The Indianapolis Colts currently have six Africans on their 53-man roster: defensive tackle Adetomiwa Adebawore, tight end Mo AlieCox, linebacker Segun Olubi and defensive ends Samson Ebukam (Nigerian), Dayo fOdeyingbo and Kwity Paye (Liberian). Defensive tackle McTelvin Agim, who is of Nigerian descent, is on their practice squad.

last name comes from. My first name, my family, got to make them proud and make the people around them proud."

That's the most of any team in the league, creating an environment where players are able to share different experiences that many of their other teammates can't relate to.

Osi Umenyiora, who spent part of his youth living in both London and his native Nigeria, played 12 seasons in the NFL, winning two Super Bowls with the New York Giants. After Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah. PHOTO: GIN retiring, Umenyiora began game of football with the world.” working for the league, eventually rising to lead the NFL Africa Since its inception, 37 internationinitiative, where he foresaw a lot of al players have signed with NFL potential on the continent. teams. “Without a shadow of a doubt, that is the home of the most “This is just the beginning for incredible athletes in the world,” these players, and we eagerly anticUmenyiora said of Africa. ipate sharing their stories and the

While the players enjoy their shared experience, there is also a sense of pride that comes with representing Africa. "You're definitely an ambassador in everything you do," Olubi said. "I'm an ambassador with my last name. Everybody knows where my

In January 2024, the League announced its International Player Pathway (IPP) program Class of 2024, which features 11 athletes from around the world.

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ENDORSEMENTS FOR PRIMARY ELECTION 2024 THOSE NOT LISTED WERE NOT ENDORSED

The following is a list of endorsements for the March 5, 2024 primary election. These names are only listed as suggestions based on our observations and knowledge of the candidates. You, as the readers, are encouraged to make up your own minds. The important thing is that you vote and that you understand the importance of your vote. You should not vote for people you have no knowledge of. Those who care about our vote should be making efforts to inform you as to why you should vote for them. This list will appear on our website as well.

SCOTT PETERS

AKILAH WEBER

TERRY HOSKINS

TODD GLORIA

DEMOCRAT

United States Senate Candidate

U.S. Representative 50TH District

State Senate 39th District

San Diego City Council Member District 9

Mayor City of San Diego

FULL TERM

PARTIAL/UNEXPIRED TERM

• Serves as one of the two Senators who represent California’s interests in the United States Congress.

• Proposes and votes on new national laws.

• Votes on confirming federal judges, U.S. Supreme Court Justices, and many high-level presidential appointments to civilian and military positions.

• Will serve the 6-year term of office ending on January 3, 2031.

• Will serve the remainder of the current term ending on January 3, 2025.

BRIAN MAIENSCHEIN

CHIDA WARREN DARBY

STEPHEN WHITBURN

SARA JACOBS

BARBARA LEE

DEMOCRAT

Prop 1 - Authorizes 6.38 Billion In Bonds To

Build Mental Health Treatment Facilities For Those With Mental Health And Substance Use Challenges; Provides Housing For The Homeless. Legislative Statue. Amends Mental Health Services Act to provide additional behavioral health services. Fiscal Impact: Shift roughly $140 million annually of existing tax revenue for mental health, drug, and alcohol treatment from counties to the state. Increased state bond repayment costs of $310 million annually for 30 years.

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City of San Diego City Attorney

San Diego City Council DISTRICT NO. 4

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San Diego City Council DISTRICT NO. 3

U.S. Representative 50TH District

Tips for California’s Military and Overseas Voters

Dates to remember: February 20: Last day to register to vote for the Presidential Primary Election • February 21 – March 5: Same Day Registration is available. You may “conditionally” register and vote a provisional ballot during this time.** • February 27: Update or change how you want to receive your ballot • *If you are living outside the territorial limits of the United States or are called for military service within the United States on or after the seventh day prior to the date of the election, you may return your ballot by fax. If you meet the requirements to return your ballot by fax, you must also fax the Oath of Voter form (available from your county elections official) waiving your right to a confidential ballot. For more information, contact: CALIFORNIA SECRETARY OF STATE (800) 345-VOTE. Visit www.sos.ca.gov or mov@sos.ca.gov.

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VOTE CENTER & BALLOT DROP BOX LOCATIONS VOTE CENTER LOCATIONS Select locations open throughout San Diego County February 24 – March 5, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm | Election Day, March 5, 7:00 am to 8:00 pm CHECK THIS LIST TO FIND A LOCATION NEAR YOU

SITE NAME

SITE ADDRESS

CHULA VISTA - 91910 Bonita Vista Middle School-Cafeteria 650 Otay Lakes Rd Chula Vista City Hall 276 4th Ave Hilltop High School-Cafeteria 555 Claire Ave Chula Vista Middle School-Auditorium 415 5th Ave Rosebank Elementary School-Auditorium 80 Flower St CHULA VISTA - 91911 210 Jamul Ave 1540 Malta Ave 1387 3rd Ave 681 Naples St

Bay View Baptist Church Fred H Rohr Elem School-Cafeteria MAAC Community Center Harborside Elem School-Auditorium

DATE Mar 2 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

CHULA VISTA - 91914 900 Duncan 2175 Proctor Valley Rd

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

CHULA VISTA - 91915 Camarena, Enrique S Elem School-MPR 1650 Exploration Falls Dr Eastlake High School-Room 1604 1120 Eastlake Pkwy, Main Entrance

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

El Cajon Elks Lodge #1812-Meeting Rm Kennedy Rc Center-Meeting Rm Rancho San Diego Library-Meeting Hall Sycuan Tribal Hall-Building 3

EL CAJON - 92019 1400 E Washington Ave 1675 E Madison Ave 11555 Via Rancho San Diego 3 Kwaaypaay Ct

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

Grossmont College-Griffin Gate

EL CAJON - 92020 8800 Grossmont College Dr

Mar 2 to Mar 5

Crest Community Clubhouse Magnolia Elem School-Auditorium Naranca Elem School-MPR Rios Elem School-MPR

EL CAJON - 92021 113 North Park Dr 650 Greenfield Dr 1030 Naranca Ave 14314 Rios Canyon Rd

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

LA MESA - 91942 Maryland Avenue Elem School-Auditorium 5400 Maryland Ave United Church Of Christ Of La Mesa-Hall 5940 Kelton Ave Parkway Academy-Rm 28 9009 Park Plaza Dr

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

LEMON GROVE - 91945 6873 Federal Blvd

Feb 24 to Mar 5

NATIONAL CITY - 91950 Deaf Community Services of San Diego 2240 Cleveland Ave Granger Jr High School-Library 2020 Van Ness Ave IRA Harbison Elem School-Auditorium 3235 E 8th St Las Palmas Elem School-Auditorium 1900 E 18th St

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

Encanto VFW Post #1512

Alpha Square-Hall San Diego City College - P Bldg Flex Rm Washington Elem School-Auditorium

SAN DIEGO - 92101 550 14th St 1480 Park Blvd 1789 State St

Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

Golden Hill Recreation Ctr-Clubhouse

SAN DIEGO - 92102 2600 Golf Course D

Mar 2 to Mar 5

City Heights Recreation Ctr-Rm 2 / 3 Columbus Club Of SD-Assembly Hall Our Redeemer Lutheran Church-Hall Unity San Diego-Wrigley Hall

SAN DIEGO - 92105 4380 Landis St 4425 Home Ave 1370 Euclid Ave 3770 Altadena Ave

Feb 24 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

Carson Elem School-Auditorium Islamic Center Of San Diego - MPR Kearny Mesa Rec Ctr-Meeting Room

SAN DIEGO - 92111 6905 Kramer St 7050 Eckstrom Ave 3170 Armstrong St

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

SAN DIEGO - 92113 Mountain View Comm Ctr-Back Meeting Rm 641 S Boundary St Southcrest Rec Ctr-Meeting Rm 1 4149 Newton Ave, Use S 40Th St Dolores Magdaleno Mem Rec Ctr-Meeting Rm 2902 Marcy Ave

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

SAN DIEGO - 92114 Audubon School-Auditorium 8111 San Vicente St Bethune Elementary School-Auditorium 6835 Benjamin Holt Rd Martin Luther King Jr Rec Ctr-Meeting Rm 6401 Skyline Dr Valencia Park/Malcolm X Library 5148 Market St

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

Hoover High School-800 Bldg JROTC Rm Clay Elementary School-Auditorium Crawford High School-Rm 109

SAN DIEGO - 92115 4474 El Cajon Blvd, Use Highland Ave Mar 2 to Mar 5 6506 Solita Ave Mar 2 to Mar 5 4191 Colts Way Mar 2 to Mar 5

Registrar of Voters St Columbia Catholic School-Hall

SAN DIEGO - 92123 5600 Overland Ave, Suite 100 3365 Glencolum Dr

Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

San Diego Miramar College-Room K-107 Mira Mesa Rec Ctr-Game Rm Challenger Mid School-Auditorium Hage Elem School-Auditorium

SAN DIEGO - 92126 10440 Black Mountain Rd, Lot 2 8575 New Salem St 10810 Parkdale Ave 9750 Galvin Ave

Feb 24 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5

SAN DIEGO - 92182 SDSU PPG Alumni Center-Fowler Ballrrom 5250 55th St, Parking Structure 7

Mar 2 to Mar 5

SPRING VALLEY - 91977 Spring Valley Academy-MPR 3900 Conrad Dr Highlands Elem School-MPR 3131 S Barcelona St New Seasons Church - Youth Center 2300 Bancroft Dr Spring Valley Community Ctr-Olsen Rm 8735 Jamacha Blvd

Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Mar 2 to Mar 5 Feb 24 to Mar 5

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Convenient locations throughout the county to drop off your voted ballot sealed inside its return envelope. February 6 – March 5, days and hours vary by location Election Day, November 8 all locations open 7:00 am to 8:00 pm SITE NAME & ADDRESS

CHULA VISTA - 91913 Fahari L Jeffers Elem School-MPR 600 1145 Camino Prado Hedenkamp Elem School-MPR Half 930 E Palomar St McMillin, Corky School-Auditorium 1201 Santa Cora Ave Otay Ranch High School-Gym 1250 Olympic Pkwy Eastlake Middle School-Library Liberty Elementary School-MPR

BALLOT DROP BOX LOCATIONS DAYS of the WEEK & TIMES

CHULA VISTA - 91910 Chula Vista Public Open 24 hours daily Library Civic Center Feb. 6 through 365 F St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Chula Vista Public Open 24 hours daily Library-Drive-Thru Feb. 6 through 365 F St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Norman Park Senior Open 24 hours daily Center Feb. 6 through 270 F St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Office of the Assessor/ Open 24 hours daily Recorder/County ClerkFeb. 6 through Chula Vista Mar. 5, 8 p.m. 590 3rd Ave Chula Vista Animal Open 24 hours daily Care Facility Feb. 6 through 130 Beyer Way Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Kumeyaay Park Open 24 hours daily 700 Buena Vista Wy Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. CHULA VISTA - 91911 Otay Recreation Open 24 hours daily Center Feb. 6 through 3554 Main St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Chula Vista Public Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 389 Orange Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Eucalyptus Skateboard Open 24 hours daily Park Feb. 6 through 1301 Oleander Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. CHULA VISTA - 91913 Harvest Park Open 24 hours daily 1550 E Palomar St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. CHULA VISTA - 91914 Mackenzie Creek Open 24 hours daily Park Feb. 6 through 2775 Mackenzie Creek Rd Mar. 5, 8 p.m. CHULA VISTA - 91915 Sunset View Open 24 hours daily Park Feb. 6 through 1390 South Greensview Dr Mar. 5, 8 p.m. LA MESA - 91942 Frazier Farms Open 24 hours daily 8401 Fletcher Pkwy Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. La Mesa Branch Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 8074 Allison Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. La Mesita Park Open 24 hours daily 8855 Dallas St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Westmont of La Mesa Mon-Sun: 7 a.m. - 7 p.m. 9000 Murray Dr LEMON GROVE - 91945 Bella Vista Health Center Open 24 hours daily 7922 Palm St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. HHSA Lemon Grove Open 24 hours daily Live Well Center Feb. 6 through 7065 Broadway Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Lemon Grove Branch Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 3001 School Ln Mar. 5, 8 p.m. NATIONAL CITY - 91950 Lincoln Acres Branch Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 2725 Granger Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. National City Public Mon-Thu: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Library Fri: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 1401 National City Blvd Sat: 10 a.m. - 5 pm Sun: Closed Closed 2/19 SAN DIEGO - 92101 Central Library Open 24 hours daily 330 Park Blvd Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Port of San Diego Open 24 hours daily 3165 Pacific Hwy Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. San Diego Firehouse Mon-Wed: Closed Museum Thu-Fri: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. 1572 Columbia St Sat-Sun: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. The Old Globe Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. 1363 Old Globe Way Sat-Sun: Closed SAN DIEGO - 92103 Mission Hills-Hillcrest/ Open 24 hours daily Knox Library Feb. 6 through 215 W Washington St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. University Heights Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 4193 Park Blvd Mar. 5, 8 p.m.

SITE NAME & ADDRESS

DAYS of the WEEK & TIMES

SAN DIEGO - 92104 North Park Library Open 24 hours daily 3795 31st St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92105 City Heights/ Open 24 hours daily Weingart Library Feb. 6 through 3795 Fairmount Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Oak Park Library Open 24 hours daily 2802 54th St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92107 Ocean Beach Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 4801 Santa Monica Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Point Loma/ Open 24 hours daily Hervey Library Feb. 6 through 3701 Voltaire St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92108 Mission Valley Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 2123 Fenton Pkwy Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Access To Mon-Fri 8:30 a.m. Independence 4:30 p.m. 8885 Rio San Diego Dr Sat-Sun: Closed Unit 135 SAN DIEGO - 92110 Clairemont Library Open 24 hours daily 2920 Burgener Blvd Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Grocery Outlet Mon-Sun: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m. 3948 W Point Loma Blvd Heritage County Park Open 24 hours daily 2454 Heritage Park Row Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92111 Linda Vista Library Open 24 hours daily 2160 Ulric St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92113 Logan Heights Library Open 24 hours daily 567 S 28th St Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Mountain View/ Open 24 hours daily Beckwourth Library Feb. 6 through 721 San Pasqual St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92115 College-Rolando Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 6600 Montezuma Rd Mar. 5, 8 p.m. The Salvation Army Open 24 hours daily Kroc Center Feb. 6 through 6845 University Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92123 24/7 Library Kiosk: Open 24 hours daily County Operations Center Feb. 6 through 5500 Overland Ave Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Office of the Assessor/ Open 24 hours daily Recorder/County Clerk Feb. 6 through 9225 Clairemont Mesa Blvd Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Registrar of Voters Mon-Fri: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Lobby) Sat-Sun: Closed 5600 Overland Ave Sat-Sun: 2/24-2/25, 3/2-3/3 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed 2/19 Registrar of Voters Mon-Fri: 6 a.m. - 7 p.m. (Drive-Thru) Sat-Sun: Closed 5600 Overland Ave Sat-Sun: 2/24-2/25, 3/2-3/3 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Closed 2/19 Serra Mesa-Kearny Open 24 hours daily Mesa Library Feb. 6 through 9005 Aero Dr Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SAN DIEGO - 92139 Paradise Hills Library Open 24 hours daily 5922 Rancho Hills Dr Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Skyline Hills Library Open 24 hours daily 7900 Paradise Valley Rd Feb. 6 through Mar. 5, 8 p.m. SPRING VALLEY - 91977 Casa de Oro Branch Mon, Wed-Thu: Library 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. 9805 Campo Rd #180 Tue: 12 p.m. - 7 p.m. Fri: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sat-Sun: Closed Closed 2/19 Spring Valley Branch Open 24 hours daily Library Feb. 6 through 836 Kempton St Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Sweetwater Place Open 24 hours daily County Park Feb. 6 through 10691 Sweetwater Mar. 5, 8 p.m. Park Place

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Voice & Viewpoint Celebrates 64 Years of Publishing By Macy Meinhardt

Voice & Viewpoint Staff Writer The night drew a guest list of over three hundred attendees, ranging from community members, sponsors of the paper, and local leaders including Mayor Todd Gloria and Senior Member of his Staff Chida WarrenDarby. In addition to being Director of the City of San Diego’s Boards and Commissions, Warren-Darby is also the daughter of Publisher John E. Warren. Growing up under the legacy of Voice & Viewpoint, her background in community involvement and civic service are traits that are currently shaping Warren-Darby’s campaign trail for District 4 San Diego Councilmember. “This event is emblematic of what this paper means to our city as the Black community overall. We’re all still here.” Said Mayor Todd Gloria. “Black history is American history, Black history is San Diego history. We can not rightly claim ourselves to be America’s finest city without the contributions of African Americans to America’s Finest City.” Additionally, Mayor Gloria also took the chance to acknowledge the thousands of San Diegans affected by the recent historic flooding last month.

In honor of the critical support displayed by the Southeastern community during the storms, Voice & Viewpoint took the opportunity to give special recognition to the ‘Southeastern Disaster Response Team”. The team is made up of a variety of local organizations and volunteers who have had boots on the ground since Jan. 22, providing life-saving services for families and homes who suffered from the catastrophic event. Furthermore, the Gala also highlighted community leaders, change makers, and unsung heroes through a variety of awards.

Unsung Hero Award Recipients

The Unsung Hero Award is the paper’s effort to recognize people who normally do not get recognized for their continuous labor. The Recipients: • Jennie Hamilton • Detlef Andreas Williams • Peggy Lee Cooper Additionally, the Organizational Excellence Award on behalf of Voice & Viewpoint went to Samantha Williams, Co-Founder and Executive Director of JIREH Providers. JIREH Providers, is made up of a dedicated team of community advocates pushing for equity in healthcare.

Recipients of The Changemakers Award, Sheri Jones and Tinicia Smith, alongside Dr. John E. Warren, and Managing Editor Latanya West at the 11th annual Voice & Viewpoint Gala, Feb. 10th.

(center) Detlef Andreas Williams, Unsung Hero Awardee

Mayor Todd Gloria, Chida Warren-Darby, Koral Taylor, and Dr. John E. Warren on stage at the 2024 Voice and Viewpoint Gala.

Peggy Cooper holding her ‘Unsung Hero’ Award.

(center) Jennie Hamilton, Unsung Hero Awardee 2024 Southeastern Disaster Response Team Honorees: Harvey Family Foundation, Jackie Robinson YMCA, JIREH Providers, Urban Collaborative, PHATCAMP, Hip Hop Health & Wellness 5k, BAPAC, Pillars of the Community, Multicultural Health Foundation.

Managing Editor Latanya West, Gerri Warren Humanitarian Award Recipient Mark Jenkins, and Voice & Viewpoint Publisher Dr. John E. Warren

Dolores Van RensalierWarren with Michael Brunker, San Diego Rotary President

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Continued from Cover The Changemaker award went to the Founder and Co-Founder of Black San Diego, Tinicia Smith, and Sheri Jones. The award is representative of leaders of the visionary, innovative, and collaborative work of the next generation of leaders in the community. Black San Diego serves as a social and business network founded in 2016 that has since amassed over 40,000 members. Highlighting the notable legacy that Voice and Viewpoint has served in the community, upon accepting their awards, Smith and Jones acknowledged the presence the paper had when they were growing up, and the honor it is to be on stage accepting an award now as distinguished adults.

Jenkins and Robinson, who best embody the spirit of Gerri and her love of the community. Since its inception in 1960, Voice & Viewpoint has been a champion for Black empowerment, providing a platform for marginalized voices, highlighting issues of systemic injustice, and celebrating the achievements and contributions of the Black community. Standing in its 64th year of service, Voice & Viewpoint recognizes that the Future Is Now, and remains committed to serving as a catalyst for documenting positive change through multimedia storytelling, interactive platforms, and community-driven initiatives.

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(center) Dr. Jerome A Robinson, The Gerri Warren Humanitarian Award

Lastly, the Gerri Warren Humanitarian Award went out to Mark Jenkins, Funeral Director of Preferred Cremation and Burial and Dr. Jerome Robinson, Board Certified Internist and Cardiologist. Mrs. Gerri Warren was the late publisher of San Diego Voice and Viewpoint. She is recognized first, as a lover of people who had used her visionary abilities and entrepreneurship to always give back to the community. In honor of her spirit, this year’s Humanitarian Award recipients went out to individuals,

(center): Helen O’Field of the Lemon Grove Historical Society, Publisher’s Award recipient

(center) Dr. Samantha Williams, The Organizational Excellence Award

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COMMUNITY Barbara Lee Among California

Black Women

Leaders

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Women of Color Roar Annual Black History Month Breakfast held Sat., Feb. 3 By Angela de Joseph

he theme of the Women of Color Roar Black History Month Breakfast this year was “60 years of Triumph - Black women leaders at the forefront of Civil Rights and Voting Rights” Over five hundred community members, elected officials and students from San Diego high schools and colleges convened at San Diego Community College on Saturday, February 3, 2024. The annual event was displaced by the devastating flood that damaged the Jacob Center for Neighborhood Innovation and the surrounding neighborhoods. “The president of San Diego City Col-

(Second from left) San Diego Mayor Todd Gloria

lege, Dr. Ricky Shabazz, came to our rescue by offering to host our event and bring joy and healing to our community,” said Angela de Joseph, Women of Color Roar founder and president. Each year the Women of Color Roar Breakfast has connected a high profile roster of elected officials with San Diego County high school and college students to celebrate Black History Month and encourage young women of color to run for office and seek careers in public service. This year the event became a mecca for a community decimated by storms and flood damage. Speakers at this year’s early morning summit included; Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Mayor Todd Gloria, Board of Super-

Awards table

PHOTOS: Brandon S. Johnson

visors Chair Nora Vargas, Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe and Assemblymember Mia Bonta. Dr. Weber brought home the parallel between the women who triumphed over sixty years of adversity and the Women of Color Roar team that refused to cancel the event. “When folks were saying, ‘Oh, my goodness, what’s going to happen?’ Black people are resilient, we rise even higher. We are even more committed. If we had let the obstacles of life stop us we wouldn’t be here today, none of us would be here.”

HONOREES

• Congresswoman Barbara Lee • Congresswoman Stacey Plaskett

• SEIU 221 President

Crystal Irving • CA Black Women’s Collective President/ CEO Kellie Todd Griffin • CA Senate President Pro Tem Toni Atkins

(L to R) Chevelle Ne Director, Angela well-Tate, 79th District de Senate Presiden Joseph, and CA t Pro tem Toni At kins

BACKGROUND This year’s event celebrated Black History Month by honoring women leaders at the forefront of civil rights and voting engagement with Students a focus on 60 years since the Civil Rights Act and Freedom Summer. The Women of Color Roar Breakfast began in 2018 with the mission to celebrate African American elected officials and encourage young women of color to run for office and pursue careers in public service.

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002821 Fictitious business name(s): JAM RaoV, LLC Located at: 423 Jolina Way Encinitas, CA 92024 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 01/22/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: JAM RaoV LLC 423 Jolina Way Encinitas, CA 92024 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 07, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 07, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003252 Fictitious business name(s): "Toot" The Singing Flute Located at: 3588 Frisbie St. Bonita, CA 91902 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/13/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carmelia Jo Bell 3588 Frisbie St. Bonita, CA 91902 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 13, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 13, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002505 Fictitious business name(s): Ding Tea Tierrasanta Located at: 10601 Tierrasanta Blvd. Suite C San Diego, CA 92124 County of San Diego --2520 Navarra Dr. Unit B Carlsbad, CA 92009 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: Navarra Cafe, LLC 2520 Navarra Dr. Unit B Carlsbad, CA 92009 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 02, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002413 Fictitious business name(s): Prep Academy Tutors San Diego Located at: 3223 Boundary 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: RR Tutoring Services LLC 3223 Boundary St. San Diego, CA 92104 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 01, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 01, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003089 Fictitious business name(s): Bold Bones Bakery Located at: 5156 Cape May Ave San Diego, 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: Christine Katherine Bush 5156 Cape May Ave San Diego, CA 92107 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 08, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003097 Fictitious business name(s): SoCal Black Scuba Divers And Snorkelers Located at: 4647 Florida St. #2 San Diego, CA 92116 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Unincorporated Association- Other than a Partnership The first day of business was: 02/01/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Charles Reid 4647 Florida St. #2 San Diego, CA 92116 4647 --Arwen Jamison Florida St. #2 San Diego, CA 92116 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 08, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003150 Fictitious business name(s): Bowman Group Transitional Housing Located at: 1229 Helix St. Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego --P.O. Box 740694 San Diego, CA 92174 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: Bowman Group Transitional Housing P.O. Box 740694 San Diego, CA 92174 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 09, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003120 Fictitious business name(s): Breakthrough Junk Removal Located at: 1705 Dartmoor Dr. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Joint Venture Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Dallas Tia Mauga 1705 Dartmoor Dr. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 --Miracle Joan Eseta Suesue 1705 Dartmoor Dr. Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 09, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001977 Fictitious business name(s): Calibr-Skaggs Institute

For Innovative Medicines Located at: 11119 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 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: The Scripps Research Institute 10550 North Torrey Pines Rd. La Jolla, CA 92037 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 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001453 Fictitious business name(s): Nails By Thalia Located at: 1100 N Second St Unit #1116 Bostonia, CA 92021 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/11/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Thalia Rae Lopez 1100 N Second St. Unit #1116 El Cajon, CA 92021 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 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ---------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002841 Fictitious business name(s): Barber Baby Located at: 7845 Westside Dr. #112 San Diego, CA 92108 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/07/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Katarina Guzman 7845 Westside Dr. #112 San Diego, CA 92108 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 07, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 07, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002078 Fictitious business name(s): Iceskimo Shack Located at: 669 Medford St 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: David Jack Copeland 669 Medford St El Cajon, CA 92020 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 29, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 29, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000731 Fictitious business name(s): OKO Living Located at: 4427 Pescadero Ave San Diego, CA 92107 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 05/08/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Lindsay Seligman LLC 669 Medford St

El Cajon, CA 92020 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 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9003164 Fictitious business name(s): Total Knockout Power Washing Located at: 1505 Avocado Ave El Cajon, CA 92020 County of San Diego --962 Gallery Ct San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/09/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Markeith Terrell Haskins 962 Gallery Ct San Diego, CA 92114 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 09, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002669 Fictitious business name(s): Mica Landscape & Hardscape Located at: 937 Banock St. Spring Valley, CA 91977 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Miguel Andres Garcia Lara 937 Banock St. Spring Valley, CA 91977 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 05, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 05, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002660 Fictitious business name(s): Precious Care California LLC Located at: 4616 Hilltop Dr. San Diego, CA 92102 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: Precious Care California LLC 4616 Hilltop Dr. San Diego, CA 92102 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 05, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 05, 2029 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9000233 Fictitious business name(s): CollectivSpace --Collectiv Space --CollectivSpace Design --CollectiveSpace --Collective Space --Collective Space Design Located at: 1885 Diamond Street #312 San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Jeffrey Matthew Nicksic

1885 Diamond Street #312 San Diego, CA 92109 --Lauren Danielle Wilkins 2655 Worden Street San Diego, CA 92110 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 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002580 Fictitious business name(s): Najah Learning Located at: 7775 North Avenue 203 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Asma Omar Ahmed 7775 North Avenue 203 Lemon Grove, CA 91945 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 02, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002152 Fictitious business name(s): Manisha Yoga LLC Located at: 1401 21st St. Ste R Sacramento, CA 95811 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: Manisha Yoga LLC. 1401 21st St. Ste R Sacramento, CA 95811 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 30, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 30, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002127 Fictitious business name(s): Lifecraft Media Located at: 4513 Wilson Ave San Diego, CA 92116 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: Luke Lewison 4513 Wilson Ave San Diego, CA 92116 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 29, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 29, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002353 Fictitious business name(s): Cafe 252 Located at: 780 Hollister Street San Diego, CA 92154 County of San Diego --P.O. Box 153022 San Diego, CA 92195 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: Muhammad Ali Farah 780 Hollister Street San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on

January 31, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 31, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002324 Fictitious business name(s): Dryclean America Located at: 2708 Loker Ave. W #105 Carlsbad, CA 92010 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 01/10/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carlsbad Elite Garment Care INC. 2708 Loker Ave. W #105 Carlsbad, CA 92010 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 31, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 31, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002323 Fictitious business name(s): Carlsbad Plaza Cleaners Located at: 2588 El Camino Real G2 Carlsbad, CA 92008 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 01/10/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Carlsbad Elite Garment Care INC. 2708 Loker Ave. W #105 Carlsbad, CA 92010 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 31, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 31, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002551 Fictitious business name(s): Uniquely Beautiful Located at: 307 S. 31st Street San Diego, CA 92113 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Naa-Anorkor Okai 307 S. 31st Street San Diego, CA 92113 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 02, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002561 Fictitious business name(s): Jiggy Jig Investments Located at: 6333 Celia Vista Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A General Partnership The first day of business was: 02/02/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Bernie Tiano 6333 Celia Vista Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 --Nessim Tiano 6333 Celia Vista Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 --Gabriel Tiano 6333 Celia Vista Dr. San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 02, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 -----------------------------------

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2023-9025850 Fictitious business name(s): Never Been Square --NeverBeenSquare --Never Been A Mark --Never Been A Square --NBAM --NBAS --Jumpman Fan --The Jumpman Fan --The Jumpmanfan --Ain't Never Been A Mark --Ain't Never Been Square --Ain't Never Been A Square --I Ain't Never Been Square --I Ain't Never Been A Square --Jumpmanfan --Neverbeenasquare Located at: 3415 Lou St. National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 12/28/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Melissa Moses 3415 Lou St. National City, CA 91950 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 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002488 Fictitious business name(s): Hecho en Casa Located at: 5442 Grape St. San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 02/02/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Brenda Torres 5442 Grape St. San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on February 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on February 02, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002342 Fictitious business name(s): Abstract Arts & Paintings Located at: 7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 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: Abstract Arts & Paintings LLC 7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 31, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 31, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002343 Fictitious business name(s): Circle Of Pride Located at:

7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Joint Venture The first day of business was: 01/31/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Demitrios MavrogiorgosSpencer 7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 --Sheila Spencer 7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 --Homer Spencer III 7661 University Ave. Unit 106 La Mesa, CA 91942 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 31, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 31, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001116 Fictitious business name(s): Print Pro's Located at: 1930 West San Marcos Blvd. #183 San Marcos, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 09/18/2006 This business is hereby registered by the following: David Allan Kemp 1930 West San Marcos Blvd. #183 San Marcos, CA 92078 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 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002190 Fictitious business name(s): Emergency Keys And Locks --Key Boat Of All The Dreams Located at: 3200 D Ave. National City, CA 91950 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 01/30/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Mateo Juan 2120 Granger Ave. National City, CA 91950 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 30, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 30, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9002139 Fictitious business name(s): Seven Bees Located at: 1150 E Street San Diego, CA 92101 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: Samantha Alana Stratton 1150 E Street San Diego, CA 92101 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on January 30, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on January 30, 2029 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9001465 Fictitious business name(s): Modern Entertainments --Modern Entertainment

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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: INSTALLATION OF RELOCATABLE CLASSROOMS AT MARVIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 9:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024, outside the main office of Marvin Elementary School, 5720 Brunswick Ave, San Diego, CA 92120. 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 29, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSDPlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC24-0750-05-00-00 Installation of Relocatable Classrooms at Marvin Elementary School. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $920,000 and $960,000. 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 CC24-0750-05-00-00

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 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

INVITATION OF BIDS Invitation for Bids Job Order Contracts (JOC) Solicitation No.: SOL1254922, SOL1254923, SOL1254924 The San Diego Association of Governments (SANDAG) is seeking contractors to provide Job Order Contracting for the following areas:  SOL1254922: General Civil Construction &amp; Facilities services.  SOL1254923: Railroad Signals, Overhead Catenary System, &amp; Trackwork Construction  SOL1254924: General Electrical, Signals &amp; Communication Each Job Order issued under a Job Order Contract (JOC) awarded from this solicitation will include a Detailed Scope of Work. Project funding will be identified at the Job Order level and may include federal funding. The DBE goal will be set at the Job Order level based on the Scope of Work and funding source and will fall within an estimated range of 0 to 25%. Each JOC awarded will have a Minimum Contract Value of $40,000 for a three-year period and a Maximum Contract Value of $3,000,000. These JOCs will not be subject to the Community Benefits Agreement (CBA). An optional Pre-Bid Meeting will be held virtually via Microsoft Teams on February 28, 2024, from 2:00 to 3:00 PM PST/PDT. The deadline for electronic bid submittal is as identified below unless otherwise stated in an addendum:  SOL1254922: March 12, 2024, by 1:00 PM PST/PDT  SOL1254923: March 12, 2024, by 2:00 PM PST/PDT  SOL1254924: March 12, 2024, by 3:00 PM PST/PDT A copy of the solicitation documents and any communications or addenda can be accessed via www.bidnetdirect.com/sandag.

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: PORTABLE RESTROOM INSTALLATION AT HAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL A mandatory site visit is scheduled for 11:00 a.m. on THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2024, outside the main office of Hage Elementary School, 9750 Galvin Avenue, 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 MARCH 7, 2024. Prime contractors interested in submitting a bid must go to tinyurl.com/SDUSD-PlanetBids then search under “Bid Opportunities” for “Invitation number” CC24-0189-52-00-00 Portable Restroom Installation at Hage Elementary School. For new vendors, please register under “New Vendor Registration.” The project estimate is between $320,000 and $328,000. 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 CC24-0189-52-00-00

PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING COMMISSION ADMISSIONS AND CONTINUED OCCUPANCY POLICY UPDATE PUBLIC NOTICE The San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) is soliciting public comment on its Fiscal Year 2025 (July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025) Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP). The proposed ACOP will be available for review on SDHC’s website, www.sdhc.org, beginning on February 19, 2024. Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy (ACOP): Comments must be submitted by 5 p.m. March 8, 2024, to be considered by SDHC staff and decision-making authorities in their final review of the proposed ACOP. Please submit comments by mail to San Diego Housing Commission c/o Patrick Valerio, 1122 Broadway, Suite 300, San Diego CA 92101 or email your comments to patrickv@sdhc.org. SUBJECT Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy: In its Fiscal Year 2025 Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy, changes are being made as required by the Housing Opportunity Through Modernization Act (HOTMA), adopted by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, to be implemented on January 1, 2025. PUBLIC HEARING SDHC will hold a Public Hearing to receive comments regarding the Admissions and Continued Occupancy Policy on Monday, March 4, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. Information on how to attend will be provided on SDHC’s website, www.sdhc.org/housing-opportunities/affordable-rentals/rentfrom-sdhc/.

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 ---

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice Courthouse 37-2024-00005872CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Victoria Valerievna Ramkulova aka Victoria Valerievna Reid To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Victoria Valerievna Ramkulova aka Victoria Valerievna Reid filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Victoria Valerievna Ramkulova aka Victoria Valerievna Reid PROPOSED NAME: Victoria Valerievna Reid 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 26, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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

without a hearing.

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.

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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 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Hall of Justice Courthouse 37-2024-00005875CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Estrella Soto AKA Estrella Gastelum-Soto To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Estrella Soto AKA Estrella Gastelum-Soto filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Estrella Soto AKA Estrella Gastelum-Soto PROPOSED NAME: Estrella Gastelum 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 25, 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

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 2/15, 2/22, 2/29, 3/7 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 West Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Civic Branch 37-2024-00003884CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Remon Paulos, Diana Paulos To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Remon Paulos, Diana Paulos filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Annabella Remon Al Baho Khader PROPOSED NAME: Annabella Remon Paulos 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 14, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-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

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 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Hall Of Justice 37-2024-00002000CU-PT-CTL Petitioner or Attorney: Nguyen Nhu Le On Behalf Of Minor Child To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Nguyen Nhu Le On Behalf Of Minor Child filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Le Tung Quan Nguyen PROPOSED NAME: Quan Tung Nguyen 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 04, 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

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 2/08, 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------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)

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: 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

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. 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

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: March 05, 2024 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-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 1/25, 2/01, 2/08, 2/15

PROBATE NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Deborah Lynn Schneider Case Number: 37-2024-00006029-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of

A Petition for Probate has been filed by Charles Jacob Schneider in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition for Probate requests that Charles Jacob Schneider be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on March 06, 2024, at 1:30 PM in Dept. Probate Room 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Central Courthouse If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Charles Jacob Schneider 209 Frances Drive El Cajon, CA 92019 (619) 760-7602 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Carl John Schneider Case Number: 37-2024-00006055-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Carl John Schneider A Petition for Probate has been filed by Charles Jacob Schneider in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition for Probate requests that Charles Jacob Schneider be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative

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LEGAL NOTICES will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on March 13, 2024, at 1:30 PM in Dept. Probate Room 502 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Central Courthouse If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Charles Jacob Schneider 209 Frances Drive El Cajon, CA 92019 (619) 760-7602 2/15, 2/22, 2/29 ----------------------------------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF Rachael Green Case Number: 37-2023-00047756-PR-LACTL To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of Cassandra Yvonne McMillan And Helen Green A Petition for Probate has been filed by Cassandra Yvonne McMillan in the Superior Court of California, County of San Diego The Petition for Probate requests that Cassandra Yvonne McMillan be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: on March 25, 2024, at 10:30 AM in Dept. 502 Room 330 located at the Superior Court of California County of San Diego 1100 Union Street San Diego, CA 92101 Central Division Central Courthouse

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LEGAL NOTICES If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. You may examine the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A REQUEST FOR SPECIAL NOTICE form is available from the court clerk. Petitioner: Cassandra Yvonne McMillan 206 Blevins Run Yorktown, VA 23693 (757) 344-4695 2/8, 2/15, 2/22

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1965

LOUIS ARMSTRONG’S “HELLO, DOLLY!” MAKES BILLBOARD CHART

NAT “KING” COLE PASSES

Hailed as the “King of Jazz,” Louis Armstrong’s gravelly voice and charismatic stage presence set him apart as a compelling vocalist with classics like “What a Wonderful World,” “La Vie En Rose,” and “When the Saints Go Marching In”. Born on August 4, 1901, in New Orleans, his talent quickly garnered attention, leading him to join influential groups like King Oliver’s Creole Jazz Band in Chicago. On December 3, 1963 in a New York studio Louis Armstrong and the All Stars, at the request of Joe Glaser, recorded “ He l l o Dolly,” from a yet-topremiere Broadway show. Despite initial skepticism, the song climbed the Billboard charts and dethroned The Beatles’ “Can’t Buy Me Love” after fourteen consecutive weeks at No.1.

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For whatever reason, they decided Alwin would be the first to train at station 14 which was a non Black station. Naturally this ruffled the feathers of a few who were already placed at Station 14.

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Five years later, Alwin successfully worked his way up the ranks at Station 14 to become the Captain, and eventually he would go on to become the second Black Battalion Fire Chief in the state of California. Alwin served for a total of 32 years as one of the only Black Firemen at his station which indirectly opened doors for others.

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Despite being labeld an “Uncle Tom,” Cole was active in civil rights and joined fellow entertainers in rejecting segregated audiences. In 1956, he was the first African American to host a nationally broadcast television talk show, The Nat King Cole Show, and later appeared in popular films like China Gate (1957) and Cat Ballou (1965). At 45, Cole passed away in Santa Monica on February 15, 1965 from to lung cancer.

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Renowned for his velvety silk vocal style, Nat “King” Cole became a legendary jazz pianist and singer. Born into a musical family in Montgomery, Alabama, on March 17, 1919, he began playing the piano at an early age. From The Musical Dukes, to The King Trio’s notable 1943 hit “Straighten Up and Fly Right”, his hits include “Stardust” and “Ain’t Misbehavin” in the 50s.

“One day the Chief pulled me aside and told me they wanted me to train at Station 14 on 32nd and Lincoln. The Chief told me that I was going to be his Jackie Robinson of the Fire Department and that I would be one of the first Black Firemen to serve outside of Station 19.”

“Part of their efforts to integrate stations with me was because they wanted more Black Firemen in San Diego and they knew they couldn’t put them all at Station 19. They were actively looking for Black Firemen to join but not many wanted to because of the job being so dangerous. Usually when a house is burning, everyone is running out, not it. But we did have a few join later down the line.” While there were only a few of them, the Black Firemen who did exist stayed tight knit by way of the International Association of Black Professional Firefighters, and the Black Firefighters Association which has subgroups nationwide. To this day the

Alwin had to have four separate meetings with the Chief to solidify his spot after receiving backlash from one of the Firemen doing intake. Eventually, the Chief told the man hesitant to work with Alwin that if he didn’t like it, he could turn in his badge and leave. There were no more issues after that.

Presently, only 8.4% of the Firemen in the U.S. are Black and their presence lacks visibility in the public eye at times, making it hard for little Black boys to see themselves as Firemen. Black Firemen do exist though, and hopefully stories like this that share their long history of being a part of the Fire Department will help them see that. For more information on the Black Firemen’s Association and IABPFF visit the links below: https://iabpf.org/ https://www.sfbfa.org/

Once he was part of the department, he wasted no time climbing up the ranks as a Firemen. After one year he was promoted to a third class Firemen and a few years after that he was promoted to Engineer and was given permission to drive the Firetruck. “I loved driving the truck. Sometimes I would hit a turn and the ladder would go flying and they would fuss at me to slow it down around turns” he recalls with a mischievous smirk.

Firemen who came after Alwin call him “Chief ” and talk about the ways watching him go up the ranks inspired them to be fearless, and do the same.

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3085 K Street San Diego, CA 92102

1962 Euclid Ave. San Diego, CA 92105

719 Cesar E. Chavez Pkwy San Diego, CA 92113

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OBITUARIES Wilbert Lee McClinton SUNRISE

02/03/1954

SUNSET

01/09/2024

Deloris Dunbar Lewis SUNRISE

10/29/1951

SUNSET

01/19/2024

Sylvester Henry SUNRISE

08/18/1949

SUNSET

01/11/2024

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Wilbert Lee McClinton, a cherished husband, loving father, devoted brother, and revered friend, completed his earthly journey on January 9, 2024, in Charlotte, North Carolina, due to health complications. Born on February 3, 1954, in San Diego, California, Wilbert's life was a testament to resilience, fearlessness, courage, humor, and wisdom that touched the hearts of all who knew him.

Deloris Dunbar Lewis of Girard, Georgia, was born on October 29, 1951, to Hubert Mayes and Josie Mae Dunbar Smith. In her earlier years, Deloris attended Blakeney High School of Waynesboro, GA, where she met Benny Lewis at the local school dance, her sophomore year.

Sylvester Henry was the fifth of six children. He was born to Jesse James Henry and Ardella Fairley Henry on August 18, 1949, in San Diego, California. He was baptized at an early age and rededicated his life in 2023. He attended Frontier Elementary School, Ocean View Elementary School, Gompers Junior High School, and graduated from Lincoln High School. He attended the San Diego Skills Center, where he learned how to assemble aircrafts and automobiles.

Wilbert's early education took place in Valencia Park Elementary and Mabel E O'Farrell, where he laid the foundation for his lifelong love of learning. His academic journey culminated in the attainment of his GED from San Diego Adult School. His commitment to education was matched only by his dedication to service. In 1973, Wilbert joined the U.S. Navy, serving his country with honor during the Vietnam Era, earning a National Defense Service Medal. In 1987, Wilbert embarked on a distinguished career in the airline industry. For 33 years, he was a familiar and respected presence at American Airlines, where he retired in April 2020. Wilbert was not only dedicated to his work but also the well-being of his colleagues, as evident by his staunch membership in the International Association of Machinists (IAM) Union. His advocacy for workers' rights and his commitment to fairness made him a pillar in his professional community. Wilbert's life was guided by his unwavering faith. On March 27, 1994, he was baptized - personally inviting the Lord into his life. He became a dedicated member of the then Maranatha Christian Fellowship, San Diego, CA. His spiritual journey was enriched by music that touched his soul, with favorites including the smooth melodies of Sade, the heartfelt tunes of Jill Scott, and the inspirational gospel of Marvin Sapp, Yolanda Adams, and Take 6. He loved his family deeply, including his beloved wife Diane, his daughter Joetta Lee, his sons Marcus, Martell, and Aaron, and his stepdaughter Deborah Smith. Wilbert was a grandfather to Deonte Lee, Jayshawn, and Zechariah. His legacy also lives on through his siblings; Dorothy Brown, James, Bertha Cunningham, and baby sister Jan Austin. He is predeceased by his loving parents; Henry and Annie, as well as his sister Jerry Morrison, and nephews Larry Brown and Tyrell Morrison, all of whom he missed deeply.

T he Lord is close

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

In her work Life, Deloris obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Computer Science from San Diego State in 1986. In 1989, she used her naval connections from being the spouse of a Naval Officer and computer wisdom, to soon embark upon an outstanding professional career with Spawar (Space and Naval Warfare Systems center), where she would then receive several career achievement awards from 1993-2014, retiring in 2015 with 26 years. During retirement life, Deloris was the most loving and devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt, grandmother, great grandmother and friend. She entered God’s kingdom on January 19, 2024, at the age of 72. She was preceded in death by her parents; Hubert Mayes and Josie Mae Dunbar Smith, and her sister Janet Davis. Left to treasure her memories are her husband Benny F. Lewis, sons; Benny F. Lewis Jr. of San Diego, CA and Bakara (Jennifer) F. Lewis of Gilbert, AZ, daughter Belicia F. Lewis of San Diego, CA, stepdaughter Sonya Nelson of Augusta, GA, sisters; Marsha Robinson of Augusta, GA, Unopulas Z. Dunbar of Savannah, GA, Armisha Mayes of Atlanta, GA, Carrie Lee Mayes and Wendy Mayes of Miami, FL, and Selissa Mayes of Miramar, FL, brothers; Curtis Mayes (late), Willie Mayes “Jack”, and Nathanial Gaines, all of Waynesboro, GA, brother-inlaw Bobby (April) Eze, aunts; Catherine D. Freeman of Augusta, GA, Carolyn Mingledoff and Narrisee Schultz of Beech Island, SC, and Myrtis Moore of Kansas City, MO, 4 great grandchildren; Aubree, Nihkai, Niaoni, and Jediah, 4 grandsons; Isaac, Trevor, Braydon, and Kellan, 3 granddaughters; Irene, Blossom, and Daisy, a host of nieces and nephews, “Life Long Friends” of Blakeney High, (Betty Leverson, Daisy L. Thompson, Victoria G. Sanders), Sandra Charlotte, family that are friends, SpaWar, and “The Being Fit Crew.” Deloris was truly a classic woman who will be forever missed by her friends and family, that loves her dearly. She was a selfless woman whose passing leaves an unfillable gap in the hearts of many. Her unfathomable ability to sacrifice, provide, support, and love will be forever engrained in all that we know.

While attending high school, Sylvester enjoyed playing the tenor saxophone for the Lincoln High School Advanced Band. He was also a member of the California Cadet Corps (ROTC). In the Corps, he was a Squad Leader, Platoon Commander, Commander of the Fancy Drill Team, the Guidon Bearer, on Special Guards, and was a Flag Bearer on the Honor Guard. Sylvester was employed at National Steel ShipBuilding Company with his dad. While in high school, he was a cashier, dishwasher, baker and cook through Manpower. Sylvester was your neighborhood “one stop shop” automobile mechanic. His passion was anything and everything about music. He loved writing and reading music, playing instruments, and leading a band. Sylvester “Sly'' was a son, brother, dad, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle, great uncle, great-great uncle, and friend to many. His friends will remember him as a kind person who always had their back, and who was always full of energy. He shared everything with his family, his friends, and his community. Sylvester was called to Glory on January 11, 2024. Sylvester was preceded in death by his father Jesse James Henry, Sr., his brothers; Earnest E. Henry “Dirty”, Jesse James Henry, Jr., and Eugene Henry “Snooch”, and his nephew Rashaan Salaam. Left to cherish his memory is his son Marcus L. Davis (Kattana), daughter Marcia Henry, his loving mother Ardella Henry, his brother Hakim Alaji (Khalada), his sister Dorothy Patterson (Kirkland, his grandchildren and great-grandchildren, his nieces and nephews; Rodney (Glenda), Sonseeahray, Tracy (Janice), Jesse James III (Toni) William (Bernadette), Christopher (Cherita), Kristi (Glen), Kymberli (Mark), Deisha (Erik), Devina (Thornton), Tiffani, Makana (Mica), Atiya (Vincent), and Jabali (Jamila), along with a host of great-nieces and nephews, great-great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and many friends.

Claudette Rawlings

William Eugene Eli

SUNRISE

04/08/1938

SUNSET

01/24/2024

01/30/1980

SUNSET

12/21/2023

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Claudette Rawlings was born April 8, 1938, to Fannie McClendon and Wilbur Turner, both of Phenix City, Alabama, where she was the baby of 4 sisters who preceded her in death; Beretha Brown, Catherine Dixon, Martine Howard, and her brother Charles Turner.

William Eugene Eli was born on a cool Wednesday evening, January 30, 1980 in Corona, California. He attended Elementary Institute of Science, Kennedy Elementary, O’Farrell Middle School, and La Jolla High School. He was on the football and wrestling team and received the Most Valuable Player (MVP) award in Track & Field while in high school. William was dedicated to excellence. Among his many skills, he was a powerful writer and had an outstanding vocabulary. He received a scholarship to SDSU. While at SDSU, he chose to pursue another major and attended other universities. He graduated from CSU San Bernardino with a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice.

As a young girl she attended Mt. Mariah Baptist Church (Phenix City, Ala.) and continued her walk with the Lord as a member of Bayview Baptist Church (San Diego, CA) where the late Timothy J. Winters was her pastor and friend. Claudette completed her secondary education at Mother Mary Mission (Phenix City, Ala.) After relocating to San Diego, CA, in 1958, she continued her education; receiving a Community College Counselor Credential in 1977. She also received a Masters of Psychology from San Diego State University in 1977. After obtaining her Masters, she started her career in education with the San Diego Unified School District in 1978, where she later retired as a District Counselor in 2003. She also volunteered at the St. Stephen's Adult Counseling Center under the leadership of the late Bishop McKinney. Claudette was a member of the California Association of Black Social Workers and worked with community service organizations throughout San Diego. She absolutely loved being of service to everyone and obtained numerous awards and accolades. On Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at 5:05pm, Claudette received her heavenly wings. She leaves to cherish her memory her sister Francis Been (Oscar) of Atlanta, GA, her children; Cathy Turner of San Diego, CA, Mervin Turner (Martha) and Via Loretta Gary (Cameron) of Chula Vista, CA, and Preston Rawlings Jr. of Long Beach, CA, her grandchildren; Marcel Turner (Bernie) and Malik Gary of Chula Vista, CA, Preston Rawlings III of Las Vegas, NV, Terry Parker Jr. of Keokuk, IA, Marcus Turner (Lexie) of Los Angeles, CA, and Amanda Rawlings (Isabelle) of Yokosuka, Japan, her great granddaughter Indika Fina of Los Angeles, CA, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

He reconnected with high school classmate Kim Alford and joined her in holy matrimony in 2015. Zoey, their much-loved pup, joined their union. William worked as an underwriter for over 15 years in the insurance industry. He also worked in the Solar Industry as a surveyor for Tesla. William loved spending time with family and his many friends locally and around the world. His smile, quick wit, selflessness and can-do spirit was always in demand no matter where he was. He was compassionate and empathized with others that were less fortunate. William met many friends through clubs and associations like Team Blur (cars) and Lost Dynasty RC (motorcycles). He also developed a life-long bond with the Leaf Court posse. These friendships were supportive as well as unbreakable as they met the challenges and triumphs of life. His other interests included; skateboarding, bikes, remote control (RC) vehicles, drones, computers, software and other technology. William was dedicated to his craft and worked hard to excel at every task he attempted. On December 21, 2023, God called William home to be among the angels. He leaves to mourn his passing, parents; Junius Eli and Vickie Williams Eli, sister Yvonne Eli, brothers; Erin and Brian Eli, cousins; Kenneth Davis Jr, Tiffany Suetos, and Chandra Williams, aunt Deborah Deadwiler, ex-wife Kim Alford, nephews and nieces, other family, neighbors, and friends. William was preceded in death by his grandparents; Molden and Bernice Williams, aunt Brenda Love, and uncles; Michael and Robert Williams.

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Biden-Harris Campaign Appoints Director of Black Media Role Will Enhance Outreach to Black Voters By Stacy M. Brown NNPA Newswire Sr National Correspondent With hopes of strengthening its connection with Black voters, the Biden-Harris 2024 campaign has hired Jasmine Harris as the Director of Black Media. Jasmine Harris, who previously held a similar role for Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer. Harris, who announced via email, will spearhead the campaign’s efforts to engage and mobilize Black communities.

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The decision follows the BidenHarris reelection campaign’s significant investment in early ad purchases targeted at Black communities, more than a year ahead of the upcoming Election Day on Nov. 5. However, despite tens of millions in ad buys directed at African Americans, the campaign still hasn’t included the Black Press of America, one of the major catalysts in Biden’s 2020 campaign victory over the twice-impeached and four-times indicted former President Donald Trump. The trade association, the National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA), represents the 250 African American-owned newspapers and media companies that comprise the Black Press of America, founded before the end of slavery in 1827 in New York.

cipal Deputy Campaign Manager, emphasized to theGRIO the importance of mobilizing the diverse Biden-Harris coalition that secured their victory in 2020. “Black voters are a critical part of that winning coalition,” Fulks stated. He also highlighted the campaign’s historic and early investment in Black media, starting in August 2023, and its on-the-ground organizing initiatives in key communities. “There’s no one better equipped to continue to build on that work and communicate the stakes of this election directly to Black voters across the country,” he said of Harris, who expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with the campaign. “Black reporters and outlets must always have a seat at the table as it relates to our nation’s political leadership, especially when the stakes are as high as they are this election,” Harris affirmed. Democratic strategist Joel Payne praised the party’s commitment to engaging with core constituencies and applauded the Biden-Harris campaign’s decision to appoint a Director of Black Media. “These types of investments in experienced staff show that the president and his team understand what it will take to keep their coalition together for 2024,” Payne stated.

The Black Press of America, which includes the Washington Informer, has reached out on multiple occasions to the Biden-Harris campaign, the Democratic National Committee, and the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee. Still, Quentin Fulks, the Prin- PHOTO: X formerly known as Twitter

ARTICLE CONTINUATION INSOMNIA: Continued from page 6

Two groups of people, however, did have statistically significant higher rates of insomnia. These were people who had a pre-existing chronic condition, and people who scored highly for depressive or anxious symptoms.

reported by these patients was much higher than both the general population and hospitalized COVID-19 patients.

When the researchers looked at those patients who reported insomnia, their depression and anxiety scores were higher than the average scores of the entire sample. The researchers note that the rate of insomnia

“If insomnia does not bother you much, you can take some simple actions, such as: taking a warm shower before bedtime, shutting your phone down at least one hour before going to bed, doing 30 minutes of exercise

Dr. Hoang said: “If you experience insomnia after COVID-19, don’t think that is normal.

per day, and avoiding caffeine after 4 pm. “In case insomnia really troubles you, you can try some over-the-counter sleep aids. If they don’t help, go to see a sleep therapist.” The researchers say more research is needed to investigate the relationship between COVID-19, mental health problems, and insomnia. Dr. Hoang added: “Since this is a cross-sec-

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tional study, the relationship of anxiety and depression with insomnia cannot be fully investigated. “In addition, collecting data online and a convenience sampling method can cause recall bias and selection bias. “However, due to the situation in Vietnam at that time, collecting data via electronic invitation and convenience sampling was the most efficient and feasible strategy.”

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