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RACIALLY MOTIVATED VIOLENCE Some of Those AGAINST BLACK TEEN PROMPTS We Love and Lost $10 MILLION CLAIM AGAINST LAUSD in 2024 By Solomon O. Smith CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

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A distraught mother and her legal team announced a $10 million lawsuit against the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) on Dec. 16, alleging that her son was the target of bullying because of his race. “CS DOE is a 14-year-old African American student at Verdugo High School. He is a Ninth Grader,” reads a statement the plaintiff ’s attorneys shared with California Black Media (CBM).

(L to R) Civil rights attorney Caree Harper, the complainants' mother, civil rights activist Najee Al (background), and civil attorney Bradley C. Gage describe at a press conference held at Verdugo Hills High School on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2024 in Tujunga, CA. PHOTO: Solomon O. Smith / CBM

“Almost from the first day of class (in August 2024), CS DOE was targeted by Latino students who called him racial slurs, physically attacked him and threatened to stab him.” See LAUSD page 2

2024 in Review By Edward Henderson CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA

7 Questions for Reparations Advocate Chris Lodgson The Coalition for a Just and Equitable California (CJEC) is a statewide organization comprised of various associations, community groups and individuals united by their commitment to fight for reparations and reparative justice for the descendants of enslaved Black American men and women. California Black Media (CBM) recently interviewed Chris Lodgson, the lead organizer and advocate for the CJEC, to discuss the organization’s achievements, challenges, and plans heading into the new year. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Looking back at 2024, what stands out to you as your most important achievement and why? The fact that we helped to advance the first ever state level lineage-based reparations related legislation this year is probably the biggest success. At the start of the year, we introduced the first ever bill specifically for residents who were descendants of people who were enslaved in this country.

Also, state agencies across the state of California started collecting what we call lineage data. Now, specifically state employees or people who want to become state employees, have the option to self-identify as Black Americans who are Chris Lodgson and members of the Coalition For A Just and Equitable California (CJEC) a reparations Listening Session in Sacramento, California, in August 2022. descendants of people held PHOTO: Antonio Ray Harvey/CBM who were enslaved in this country. That is based on some leg7 Questions for the islation that we wrote in 2022 that the California African American Governor signed. It took effect this year. How did your leadership and investments contribute to improving the lives of Black Californians? California took steps to recognize and identify residents who are these descendants. I think that is a positive impact on Black Californians because for the first time ever we are being seen. We have a saying: ‘if you don’t see a community you can' t serve a community’. What is the goal you want to achieve most in 2025? The passage and enactment of actual reparations legislation. That is the number one goal. That includes bills and policies that we didn’t get this year and other things that we want.

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The California African American Chamber of Commerce (CAACC) is the largest statewide African American business association. Its mission is to drive economic opportunity and wealth creation for African American businesses and connect and harness the collective Patricia Watts. strength of their PHOTO: Courtesy of CBM statewide network of member organizations to advocate and protect common interests. See 2024 page 2

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What Trump’s Second Term Could Mean for U.S. Education

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The American education system is poised to be a battleground for funding, diversity and immigration issues under President Trump. See EDUCATION page 2

Democratic Women Legislators Forge Historic Resistance

as GOP Takes Federal Control By Stacy M. Brown NNPA NEWSWIRE SENIOR NATIONAL CORRESPONDENT

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In a historic shift following the 2024 elections, a record-breaking number of Democratic women will serve in state legislatures starting in 2025, solidifying state-level Democratic power amid

a looming federal Republican trifecta under the incoming Trump administration. The legislators, many in leadership roles, will spearhead resistance efforts while shaping the Democratic Party’s future leadership pipeline. See RESISTANCE page 5

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ARTICLE CONTINUATION LAUSD Continued from cover

Before she could enroll her son in a different school the attacks escalated.

The family’s identity has not yet been released to the public due to safety concerns, according to their attorneys Bradley C. Gage and Caree Harper. The student’s mother is identified only as A.O. in the complaint.

In December, a second altercation, on a video shared with news media, showed 4 to 6 boys attacking a Black student and using racial slurs. The video also shows a person in a safety vest trying to stop the fight and telling them to “handle it after school.” Then, the video ends.

The first video, filmed in August, showed several non-Black students punching and kicking a Black student in a bathroom on campus while yelling racial slurs. The mother claims that the students who attacked her son were not punished, and the administration asked her to move her son to another school for his safety.

CS DOE, a 14-year-old freshman, left the school but was followed by a car, according to Gage. Several individuals exited the vehicle, one with a “large butcher knife.” A fight ensued and two people were stabbed. The Black student was arrested for assault with a deadly weapon but was later released into his mother’s custody.

“They wanted him to leave the school without giving any disciplinary action towards those students,” said the student’s mother. “He’s not going anywhere. He’s going to finish. I wanted him to at least stay until the December winter break, and then I was going to transfer schools for him.”

Harper, who is handling the criminal charges, expressed frustration with the school and the District Attorney’s office. She criticized newly elected Los Angeles County District Attorney, Nathan J. Hoffman, for charging a 14-year-old for “defending his life” while reconsidering the resentencing of Eric and Lyle Menendez, brothers

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lowship, bringing together the state’s most influential Black business leaders, policymakers, and economic thinkers. Our discussions covered critical economic topics relevant to California’s African American business community, including policy, government contracts, and equity.

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California Black Media (CBM) spoke with CAACC Chairman Patricia Watts on this year’s successes, disappointments and plans heading into 2025 Looking back at 2024, what stands out as your most important achievement and why? The CAACC proudly played a pivotal role in the State of California African American Economy Summit, one of our signature events for 2024. This summit is designed to strengthen Black economic influence through education and fel-

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On his campaign trail, Trump has mentioned ending the U.S. Department of Education; roll-

Through our educational and advocacy programs, we aim to promote equitable public policies that expand access and broaden the landscape of economic opportunities for the African American community. By leveraging these powerful networks, CAACC is committed to bolstering Black business success and strengthening our communities. How did your leadership and investments ing back federal funding of public schools, particularly those maintaining diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies; supporting vouchers allowing parents, even wealthy ones, to receive taxpayer money to send their kids to private schools; and overturning Title IX, a law pro-

new district attorney, who will hopefully see it as Bradley and I see it: this was a man who was defending his life against certain death.” According to the boy’s mother, the young student is still traumatized and has not been able to return to the area because it remains unsafe. Racial slurs have also been spray painted on their home.

(L to R) Civil rights attorney Caree Harper comforts the victim’s mother as she becomes emotional when describing the attacks on her son while her attorney Gage listens. Verdugo Hills High School on Thursday, Dec. 20, 2024 in Tujunga, CA. PHOTO: Solomon O. Smith / CBM

who were convicted of murdering their parents in the 1980s. The high school freshman is scheduled to appear in juvenile court on Feb. 1, but Harper says she will reach out to the District Attorney and make the case against charging the young man. “His mama had to go find him because he was hiding and fleeing for his very life,” said Harper. “So, we want to have a conversation with the contribute to improving the lives of Black Californians? Our leadership and investments have been centered on empowering African American Californians by providing consistent support, resources, and connections that address their economic needs. Through our ongoing programs, we deliver relevant information on critical economic issues and policies, as well as technical assistance that helps businesses navigate the complexities of today's marketplace. We also partner with our corporate members and sponsors to design customized programming that aligns with their needs while promoting economic growth within the African American hibiting sex-based discrimination which was expanded under Biden to include sexual orientation- and gender-based discrimination. In late November, Trump picked Linda McMahon to be the next Department of Education (ED) secretary; McMahon, a major Republican donor, is also co-chair of his presidential transition team; former Small Business Administration head under his first term; and founder, former president and former CEO of World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE).

K-12 and higher education About 90% of general K-12 public education is state- and local government-funded, with 10% — about $800 billion in 2021 — coming from the federal government. Title I, a grant program established in 1965 for disadvantaged schools, commits the federal government to fund 40% of per-pupil special education costs, although actual funding has always remained below 20%, and was less than 13% in 2023. Schools with at least 40 percent of students from low-income families are also eligible for Title I. In 2022, these and similar Title I funds for impoverished schools accounted for $15.6 billion; about 63% of public schools in the country’s over 13,000 districts were eligible.

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In his first and upcoming administration, Trump has also supported private school choice proposals including tax credit vouchers, a measure overwhelmingly rejected in 2018 by voters in states including Arizona, Nebraska, Kentucky and Colorado. However, backing from wealthy conservatives has led nearly a dozen states to create or expand private school voucher or savings programs in recent years. Despite resistance to policies like these, often from their own voter base, “a lot of what is driving the administration right now is ideology aimed at launching and sustaining culture wars, like attacks on transgender students and DEI … without bridging the educational gaps our students face,” said Nogura. According to ED data, 54% of Americans between ages 16 and 74 read below a sixth grade level. “Our demographics are changing to include more students traditionally left out of our nation’s education priorities, and I don’t see the incoming administration’s policies doing better by them,” said Thomas Toch, director of the FutureEd program at Georgetown University’s McCourt School of Public Policy. Higher education policies supported by Trump include taxing endowments, nearly half of which are held by 22 out of nearly 6,000 U.S. colleges and universities; reducing oversight of forprofit institutions like the unaccredited Trump University, which ceased in 2010 after several

The victim’s mother says that it has been difficult being separated and that her son has been scarred by the incident. “I’m sad. I’m devastated, you know,” said the mother. “I still feel like they’re after him. I still feel like they can kill him, possibly.” The LAUSD and principal of Verdugo High School did not respond to CBM’s requests for comment. If you are — or someone you know is — has experienced a hate crime or hate incident, please visit CAvsHate.org for more information and to find out what you can do about it. community. By fostering these collaborations, we ensure that our network of African American businesses has access to valuable opportunities and resources, creating pathways to success. What is the goal you want to achieve most in 2025? Our primary goal for 2025 is to drive growth in the number of new African American businesses, increase the volume of contracts awarded to these enterprises, and strengthen connections with the State of California. By expanding our network and fostering strategic partnerships, we aim to create more opportunities for African American businesses to thrive and secure sustainable growth. lawsuits; reducing federal Pell Grants and workstudy programs like AmeriCorps; and ending loan forgiveness and DEI initiatives created under President Biden. Toch added that “International students are also at risk, given the administration’s promises to limit legal and illegal immigration into the US,” particularly given Trump’s pick of first-term immigration hard-liner Stephen Miller as the White House deputy chief of staff for policy.

Legal challenges Legal precedents present major barriers to other Trump-supported policies, like immigration status-dependent public school attendance and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) rollbacks, said Thomas A. Saenz, president and general counsel of the Mexican American Legal Defense and Education Fund. Plyler v. Doe, the 1982 Supreme Court decision guaranteeing every child the right to attend free K-12 public school, “is not in any imminent danger at all,” he explained. “I know we’ve seen a court majority that has overturned long-standing precedent for reproductive choice and affirmative action, but both cases were results of decadeslong overturning campaigns by the right, which is not the case with Plyler.” The Plyler decision, which has been incorporated into federal statutory law, would also prevent raids by ICE or individual immigration officers on public K-12 school campuses. When the Supreme Court overturned Trump’s attempt to eliminate DACA in 2020, it did not have the six-to-three Republican-appointed majority it currently does. However, eliminating DACA would be more difficult in Trump’s second term than the first attempt, which was done through an announcement by the Attorney General to change an Obama-era policy. In 2022, the Biden administration strengthened DACA through a formal regulatory rule-making process. This means that eliminating DACA would require an extensive process involving a public proposal in the Federal Register with public comment and government response periods. “What we will get is a daily barrage of rhetoric that is anti-immigrant, anti-DEI, anti-civil rights and anti-public education, including overstated powers of the President to do what he wants,” he continued. “It’s a calculated campaign to convince local decision makers, including school district officials, to withdraw on their own from these issues … But that rhetoric can’t be made real in most cases without congressional action.” “We need to do the best we can to prepare for that rhetoric, and remember that the President and his cabinet members do not have dictatorial power. They still have to follow due process for the major changes they’d like to see,” he added.

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A NEW YEAR, A CHANCE FOR NEW COMMITMENTS By Dr. John E. Warren PUBLISHER, THE SAN DIEGO VOICE & VIEWPOINT

his is the time that many people make multiple promises to themselves about the things they want to do from weight loss to business and friendships. Few of those things will be as we hoped. The good news is that we each have an opportunity to determine what really matters. This is a good time to remember that we all are here for a purpose other than ourselves; that each of us have something to contribute toward making life better for people other than ourselves. Locally, there are political and social issues that need our attention from the homeless struggle to budget deficits and local political changes like the new vacancy at the Board of Supervisors.

There is a great need for the coming together of people to help each other with a view beyond our own personal agendas. Here at the Voice & Viewpoint, we are committed to expanding our news coverage and involvement of those things important to all our communities. We welcome your help and support in this task. In a few days, we will celebrate the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. We welcome your support and participation in that effort. We will seek to help, through our publication, to expand your remembrance of Dr. King beyond the “I Have A Dream Speech” to the many challenges that remain with us today. We invite you to get involved. Join Black Men & Women United on Tuesday mornings for a Family discussion of things we determine important to each other. Just submit your email or call the office to be placed on the list. Let’s just reconnect with our New Year’s resolutions in a real and meaningful way.

LIFE AFTER DOMESTIC VIOLENCE I UPENDED MY Things My Work With Black Women Survivors Has Taught Me By Paméla Michelle Tate, Ph.D. SPECIAL TO CALIFORNIA BLACK MEDIA PARTNERS It was the Monday morning after her husband had a “situation” involving their child, resulting in food flying in the kitchen and a broken plate. Before that incident, tensions had been escalating, and after years of unhappiness, she finally garnered enough courage to go to the courthouse to file for a divorce. She was sent to an on-site workshop, and the process seemed to be going well until the facilitator asked, “Have you experienced domestic abuse?" She quickly replied, “No, my husband has never hit me.” The facilitator continued the questionnaire and asked, “Has your husband been emotionally abusive, sexually abusive, financially abusive, technologically abusive or spiritually abusive?” She thought about how he would thwart her plans to spend time with family and friends, the arguments, and the many years she held her tongue. She reflected on her lack of access to “their money,” him snooping in her purse, checking her social media, computer, and emails, and the angry blowups where physical threats were made against both her and their children. At that moment, she realized she had been in a long-suffering domestic abuse relationship. After reading this, you might not consider the relationship described above as abusive — or you might read her account and wonder, “How didn’t she know that she was in an abusive relationship?” Survivors sometimes lack awareness about the dynamics of healthy relationships, particularly when one has not been modeled for them at home. Media often minimizes domestic abuse, pushing the imagery of loyalty and love for one’s partner above everything — even harm. The normalization of abusive behaviors shown in movies, social media, and television has desensitized us to the harm that people experience every day under the “disguise of love.” After working with survivors at Black Women Revolt Against Domestic Violence in San Francisco, California, I have learned a great deal from a variety of survivors. Here are some insights I’ve gleaned from the stories that have been shared with me: 1) Abuse thrives in isolation. Societal tolerance of abusive behavior is prevalent in the media, workplaces, and even churches although there are widely accepted societal rules about the dos and don’ts in relationships.

2) Survivors are groomed into isolation. Survivors are emotionally abused and manipulated almost from the beginning of their relationships through love-bombing. They are encouraged or coerced into their own little “love nest,” isolating them from family and friends. This isolation enables the abuse to escalate, and the survivor is groomed to believe that it’s “them against the world”. During this time, survivors often present a perfect picture of their partner to loved ones, making it too embarrassing to later admit they were wrong.

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3) People who harm can be charismatic and fun. Those outside the relationship often struggle to believe the abuser would harm their partner until they witness or experience the abusive behavior firsthand. 4) Survivors fear judgment. Survivors fear being judged by family, friends, peers, and coworkers. This fear of judgment and isolation often leads to shame and embarrassment, preventing them from speaking out about their abuse. 5) Survivors often still love their partners. This is not Stockholm Syndrome, it’s love. Survivors remember the good times and don’t want to see their partner jailed; they simply want the abuse to stop. 6) The financial toll of abuse is devastating. According to the Allstate Foundation’s study, 74% of survivors cite lack of money as the main reason for staying in abusive relationships. Financial abuse often prevents survivors from renting a place to stay. Compounding this issue is the lack of availability of domestic abuse shelters. Survivors, especially those with children, face challenges when shelters cannot accommodate family units, and the average six-week stay often isn’t enough. While this list of lessons that I have learned is not exhaustive, the main thing that I have learned from this work is that survivors are resilient, and they are the true experts of their own stories and their paths to healing. So, whenever you encounter a survivor, please take a moment and acknowledge their journey to healing and applaud their strength and progress. Offer them your love and support because healing from domestic violence is not easy and their healing is our healing! Paméla Michelle Tate, Ph.D., is the Executive Director of Black Women Revolt Against Domestic Violence in San Francisco, CA. She is an advocate, preventionist, speaker, and survivor.

It was an autumn morning in 2018 when my phone rang in Washington, DC and I’ll never forget the sound of Mama’s voice on the line. She was calling from her home in Virginia, 100 miles away. Her voice, normally warm and sweet, was instead rife with anger. “Who took the knobs off my stove?!” she demanded. My heart broke toward her. All she wanted was to fry herself an egg for breakfast. How could I tell her that we, her four adult children, had met and decided to have the knobs removed from her kitchen stove? In order to protect her life — we could never again allow her to cook on an open range because her doctor had told us that she was in the early stages of Alzheimer’s/Dementia? How could I tell her that the stove where she had for decades lovingly cooked all of our family’s favorites during the holidays was now off limits to her — forever. Her fried chicken, mac & cheese, sweet potato and apple pies would only be tasted in our imitation recipes. Hearing her angst, I responded quickly in what I thought was the best way possible at that time in order to avoid traumatizing her. I'm sorry, but I lied. I told Mama that the stove was broken and that my son, her grandson, Monte, had removed the knobs temporarily until he had time to fix it. That did it. She slowly calmed down. After all, in her eyes, Monte could do no wrong. We advised her to start heating up frozen meals in the microwave instead. As the disease progressed, it was not long after that difficult conversation that we made another sacrificial decision. We knew that Mama could no longer live alone. Period. We sought professionals in home care. But that assistance was limited. See MAMA page 5

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LOCAL NEWS County Works to Close Digital Divide in Unincorporated Area VOICE & VIEWPOINT NEWSWIRE

n San Diego County’s unincorporated areas, there are pockets where highspeed internet is unavailable, unreliable or unaffordable.

Through an appointed Broadband Committee, the County has selected projects submitted by Internet Service Providers to provide affordable broadband service to over 1,000 residents in three unincorporated areas: • $4.7M awarded to Onward to deliver highspeed internet service to 281 households in Warner Springs. • $2.7M awarded to AT&T to deliver highspeed internet service to 101 households in San Dieguito. • $1.5M awarded to AT&T to deliver highspeed internet service to 53 households in Ramona.

Each chosen project provides affordable internet service at or below $30 per month to low-income households. “These projects will provide affordable internet plans for low-income households, and high-speed internet access, strengthening residents’ connection to telehealth, education and economic opportunities. This is one of several positive outcomes for the community advanced by our Comprehensive Broadband Plan,” said Dahvia Lynch, general manager of the County’s Land Use & Environment Group leading broadband efforts for the County. Construction of the internet and full operable service into the homes will be completed by December 31, 2026. This first appeared on the County News Center.

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State legislatures, widely recognized as the bedrock of American governance, now host 1,584 Democratic women lawmakers, outnumbering their Republican counterparts by nearly two-to-one. Women will hold roughly one-third of legislative seats nationwide, with at least 19 states increasing the total representation of women. The milestone marks a stark contrast to Congress, where the number of women legislators has declined for the first time since 2016. Notably, Democratic women will serve as House speakers in eight states, including Hawaii, which will see its first woman in this role. Additionally, for the first time in U.S. history, three states will boast majority-women Democratic legislatures. Nearly 100 women will hold senior leadership posi-

“Project 2025 and the incoming Trump administration dangerously target women and minorities, and states will represent the most powerful counterbalance to stop the MAGA hate from becoming the law of the land.” –Sam Paisley

tions, emphasizing their growing influence on state-level governance.

Officials said the victories reflect the Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee’s (DLCC) commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion within state governments. The DLCC said it repeatedly has underscored the importance of electing women to counter the incoming administration’s policies, which critics warn could jeopardize economic opportunities, reproductive rights, LGBTQ+ protections, education, and climate progress under Project 2025. “Electing a record number of women to state legislatures couldn’t come at a more impactful time,” said DLCC Interim Communications Director Sam Paisley. “Project 2025 and the incoming Trump administration dangerously target women and minorities, and states will represent the most powerful counterbalance

to stop the MAGA hate from becoming the law of the land. Women deserve a seat at the table at all levels of government, and their growing numbers in state legislatures will impact policy today while building a strong pipeline of future leaders.” With Democratic women now leading in eight state Houses and holding pivotal roles in nearly 100 legislative leadership positions, the DLCC said it plans to leverage their presence as a critical firewall against what it describes as threats posed by a federal GOPdominated government. “The work we’ve done ensures a powerful and diverse firewall is present in the states,” Paisley added.

MAMA: Continued from page 3

I resolved that the love that she had bestowed upon our family all of our lives was enough for me to upend my life in order to now take care of her. So, I moved, a hundred miles outside of D.C., to become her primary caregiver for as long as she needs me. For me, it required maintaining my home and business in D.C. while commuting to DC often and assuring that she is never alone. It’s a decision that thousands of family members around the country are making every day. An AARP article reports that particularly African-Americans have a sense of community and culture when it comes to caregiving. For me, it was just pure love.

“I’ve learned to speak words of love and kindness to her; and exude patience even when I’m tired and frustrated. Know that despite how much you love them, you will sometimes become tired and frustrated.” –Hazel Trice Edney

I moved in just as COVID-19 hit the U. S. Thankfully, neither Mama; nor I caught the virus during the pandemic. But there is no one I’d rather have been quarantined with. Still, it was almost impossible to protect her from an injury related to her instability on her feet from the Alzheimer’s. In 2019 she had fallen and broke a bone in her back. In July 2020, she fell and suffered a fracture to her hip for which she had surgery. Last year, she suffered a hairline fracture in her lower leg, climbing into a van to go to church. Now, five years since I became her primary caregiver, an award-winning Gospel singer, Mama is now 90 years old, and wheelchair bound. Singing in churches since the age of 7, she doesn’t sing publicly anymore, but the joy that I have some evenings listening to and watching YouTube Gospel with her can

never be replaced. And I love dressing her up and taking her to places and events with atmospheres and people that she enjoys like to church, some community events, and even funerals of special friends and relatives. Throughout the journey, I have learned so much about this disease that is often emotionally painful to the patient and to the caregiver – regardless of how devoted. Here are just a few of my lessons learned that I feel are worthy of sharing with others: I’ve learned to savor every beautiful moment. Sometimes Mama looks at me and asks me my mother’s name and I tell her. But most of the time, she teases me and calls me, Hazel, the name that she and my Daddy gave me. I treasure every sweet moment. I’ve learned to speak words of love and kindness to her; and exude patience even when I’m tired and frustrated. Know that despite how much you love them, you will sometimes become tired and frustrated. I learned how to avoid traumatizing her. In her illness, Mama sometimes asks about people who died a long time ago as if they are still alive. I used to tell her that person died years ago and even argue with her when she disputed me. But then I realized it was like repeatedly breaking her heart with the news. Now, I just say that he or she is not here right now or something akin to that. Pretty soon, she moves on to something else. I’ve learned to spend quality time with myself. Self-care is crucial for the caregiver. Attend an event that you enjoy; take a vacation; go shopping or just for a walk. I’ve learned to ask for help from people that I trust; or accept it when they offer. I learned that there is a lot of helpful equipment to prevent injuries to myself and to Mama. And a lot of it is free of charge from community organizations - like wheelchairs, wheelchair ramps, hoya lifts, gate belts, transfer slides, portable commodes, shower chairs, etc. I’ve learned how to say no. Some people may not understand your dedication and commitment to the care of your loved one. Sometimes you must be emphatic that you

just can’t do something that others want you to do. I’ve learned to talk to her and answer her back even when I don’t understand what she’s saying.

When I first realized that I would be moving in with Mama to take care of her, I didn’t know how it would be possible. I just did it based on my faith in God that he would help me work it out. It turns out to have been one of the best heart decisions I ever made.

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Don’t put old holiday lights in your recycling bins. They can tangle up recycling equipment and they also pose a danger to workers in those recycling centers. For recycling options, visit WasteFreeSD.org. This first appeared on the County News Center.

Reinfections with the virus that causes COVID-19 are most often mild, but severe illness can occur. If you are reinfected, you can also spread the virus to others. Staying up to date with COVID-19 vaccines and treating COVID-19 illness within a few days of when symptoms start decrease your risk of experiencing severe illness. Once you have had COVID-19, your immune system responds in several ways. This immune response can protect you against reinfection for several months, but this protection decreases over time. People with weakened immune systems who get an infection may have a limited immune response or none at all. Protection against severe COVID-19 illness generally lasts longer than protection against infection. This means even if you get infected again, your immune response should help protect you from severe illness and hospitalization.

CDC recommends that all people use core prevention strategies to prevent COVID-19 and other respiratory viruses, including if you have previously had COVID-19. SOURCE: CDC.gov

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3.3%

HOSPITALIZED

7 day average daily census 1.4 (per 100K) TOTAL DEATHS

185

(fiscal year-to-date); 2.3 (4-week average); 0.7 (per million) SOURCE: County of San Diego, Last updated 12/26/2024

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In 2021, Google announced $1 billion of investment in Africa, aiming to enhance connectivity, drive innovation and support local entrepreneurs. Three years on, it claims this investment is working. According to a recent report commissioned by the tech giant, in 2023 its services – including Search, Maps, and YouTube – generated $16 billion in economic activity across the region. Nigeria-born Alex Okosi, Google’s managing director Alex Okosi, Google's managing director for Sub-Saharan Africa. PHOTO: via LinkedIn for Sub Saharan Africa, spoke The power of AI has enabled us to bring to CNN about his vision for the company, more languages online at a much faster rate. from transformative infrastructure projects I’m excited about the 13 new languages that like the Equiano subsea internet cable conwe introduced to Google Translate, including necting Africa to Europe and the recently my native Igbo language. It really opens the announced Umoja cable route linking Kenya opportunity for more than 300 million peoto Australia, to the expansion of Google ple that speak these languages to be able to Translate to incorporate more African lanaccess the internet in a language that’s organguages, and the role of AI. ic to them. The following interview has been edited for From an inclusion standpoint, it means that clarity and length. we have a much bigger community of people that are now going to be able to participate CNN: Why is it important to invest in in using digital tools to grow their businessinfrastructure and how important are these es and their careers. If I’m someone from a projects for the businesses and the people rural area and I speak a particular language, in Africa? I’m now able to participate in this digital revOne of the biggest challenges that we have on olution that we talk about on a day-to-day this continent is that there’s still a huge digital basis, as part of the continent’s growth. divide. The cost of data is still high, connectivCNN: Tell me about the dangers of AI, how ity is still a challenge. Investing in infrastruccould its integration affect employment ture like Equiano and Umoja are going to help patterns across the country? bring down these costs and enable businesses to hopefully tap into this digital highway that Of course, there’s the challenges that AI enables them to be more efficient. can present: there’s misinformation, there’s cyber security challenges if people use it The drop in data costs is not going to be the wrong way. As Google, we talk about immediate. We still need to partner with being bold, being responsible. It’s about last-mile operators to make sure that they working with the communities, with acaare leveraging this new bandwidth, and it’s demia, with governments to make sure that bringing the cost down. We don’t want to we have frameworks for developing AI that leave anyone behind. best serves the citizens and the communiCNN: How might that expansion of Google ties that we serve. The important thing is Translate to include more African languagthat we are rolling out AI responsibly and es help to facilitate business communicathat we are mitigating the risk associated tion and increase social inclusion on the with AI. continent?

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Warner Springs, CA 92086 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 11/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Evan Lawrence Hodges 35129 HWY-79 Warner Springs, CA 92086 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 13, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 13, 2029 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024831 Fictitious business name(s): Golden State Heating & Cooling Located at: 8743 Esplanade Park Lane San Diego, CA 92123 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 12/18/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Golden State Heating & Cooling 8743 Esplanade Park Lane San Diego, CA 92123 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 18, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 18, 2029 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024687 Fictitious business name(s): Maria Tereza Care Located at: 3430 39th St. Unit F San Diego, CA 92105 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Maria Desta Eyob 3430 39th St. Unit F San Diego, CA 92105 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 17, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 17, 2029 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9022396 Fictitious business name(s): Coffee Culture Located at: 2548 Congress St. San Diego, CA 92110 County of San Diego --4937 El Cajon Blvd. #1 San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 11/03/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Khong Coffee Corporation 4937 El Cajon Blvd. #1 San Diego, CA 92115 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 08, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 08, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9022302 Fictitious business name(s): ASG Realty Group ---

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ASG Realty Located at: 10620 Treena St. San Diego, CA 92131 County of San Diego --1455 Chert Dr. San Marcos, CA 92078 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 07/07/2023 This business is hereby registered by the following: Andres Gonzalez 1455 Chert Dr. San Marcos, CA 92078 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 07, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 07, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023321 Fictitious business name(s): Mindful Maintenance Located at: 1650 Garnet Ave. #1060 San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 11/22/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Donald Hamilton Roberts II 1650 Garnet Ave. #1060 San Diego, CA 92109 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 22, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 22, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024131 Fictitious business name(s): SD Charter Club Located at: 1400 Scott St San Diego, CA 92106 --3021 1/2 Oliphant St San Diego, CA 92106 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 Investments 3021 1/2 Oliphant St. San Diego, CA 92106 State of Incorporation/ Organization Colorado This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 09, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-902351 Fictitious business name(s): Bean Frosty Fusion Located at: 1910 Encelia Cir. #211 Chula Vista, CA 91913 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the name(s) above This business is hereby registered by the following: Ricardo Corro Montes 1910 Encelia Cir. #211 Chula Vista, CA 91913 --Marlyn Penuelas Corro 1910 Encelia Cir. #211 Chula Vista, CA 91913 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 26, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 26, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024297 Fictitious business name(s): Innate Health And Healing Located at: 3706 Ruffin Road San Diego, CA 92123

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: Innate Health and Healing 3706 Ruffin Road San Diego, CA 92123 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 10, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024226 Fictitious business name(s): Hye Charge Located at: 325 W Washington St. San Diego, CA 92103 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 11/01/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Goal Entertainment LLC 4720 Mansfield St. San Diego, CA 92116 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 10, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 10, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024174 Fictitious business name(s): Fiercely Uncommon Located at: 4010 Porte La Paz #58 San Diego, CA 92122 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: Mary Collins 4010 Porte La Paz #58 San Diego, CA 92122 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 09, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 09, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9024002 Fictitious business name(s): Gyros N Tacos Located at: 747 Turquoise St. San Diego, CA 92109 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/04/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Gailani Properties LLC 7480 El Cajon Blvd. La Mesa, CA 91942 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 05, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 05, 2029 12/19, 12/26, 1/02, 1/9 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023819 Fictitious business name(s): Alona's Caketots Located at: 687 Bethany St. San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/19/2022 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alona Jualo Gutierrez MS 687 Bethany St. San Diego, CA 92114

This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 03, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 03, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9022651 Fictitious business name(s): RVB Instruction Located at: 1107 First Ave Chula Vista, CA 91911 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 08/10/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Rosa Villa Balkam 1107 First Ave Chula Vista, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 13, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 13, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023168 Fictitious business name(s): Zscape Landscape Designs Located at: 5831 Barbarossa Ct. San Diego, CA 92115 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Married Couple The first day of business was: 12/04/2019 This business is hereby registered by the following: Frank Joseph Zottolo 5831 Barbarossa Ct. San Diego, CA 92115 --Jane Kimberly Zottolo 5831 Barbarossa Ct. San Diego, CA 92115 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 21, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 21, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023667 Fictitious business name(s): Stewart Income Tax Services Located at: 472 Tanbark Street Chula Vista, CA 91911 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: Eleanor Mary Stewart 472 Tanbark Street Chula Vista, CA 91911 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 02, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023749 Fictitious business name(s): Pothead Chicks Located at: 5984 Latimer Ct. San Diego, CA 92114 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Limited Liability Company The first day of business was: 12/02/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Jhays LLC 5984 Latimer Ct. San Diego, CA 92114 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 02, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT

2024-9021885 Fictitious business name(s): Mr. 1 Located at: 7575 Britannia Park Pl. San Diego, CA 92154 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The first day of business was: 07/31/2018 This business is hereby registered by the following: Alex Barragan Inc. 7575 Britannia Park Pl. San Diego, CA 92154 State of Incorporation/ Organization California This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 01, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 01, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023859 Fictitious business name(s): Lu-An Nails & SPA Located at: 1480 Eastlake Pkwy, Suite 907 Chula Vista, CA 91915 --11716 River Rim Rd. San Diego, CA 92126 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 12/03/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Luan Thi Ho 11716 River Rim Rd. San Diego, CA 92126 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 04, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 04, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023780 Fictitious business name(s): Hanytherecoveryguy Located at: 3725 Clove Way Oceanside, CA 92057 --PO Box 6141 Oceanside, CA 92052 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 12/03/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Hany Maurice Samaan PO Box 6141 Oceanside, CA 92052 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 03, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 03, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9022999 Fictitious business name(s): Moonlit Raven Isle --moonlit Raven Nails Located at: 10031 Marconi Dr #3 San Diego, CA 92154 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: An Individual The first day of business was: 10/27/2024 This business is hereby registered by the following: Nicole Pauline Montano 10031 Marconi Dr #3 San Diego, CA 92154 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on November 19, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on November 19, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02 ----------------------------------FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 2024-9023726 Fictitious business name(s): Belzion Located at: 9735 Dale Ave. Unit 15 Spring Valley, CA 91977 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: Renard Pumps Incorporated 9735 Dale Ave. Unit 15 Spring Valley, CA 91977 State of Incorporation/ Organization Florida This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County on December 02, 2024 This fictitious business name will expire on December 02, 2029 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 1/02

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.

Abandonment of Fictitious Business Name STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 2024-9024003 Fictitious business name(s) to be abandoned: Styles Nails & SPA Located at: 1480 Eastlake Pkwy, Ste 907 Chula Vista, CA 91915 County of San Diego This business is conducted by: A Corporation The Fictitious business name referred to above was filed in San Diego County on: 12/04/2024 and assigned File no. 2024-9004035 The fictitious business name is being abandoned by: Reputation Nails & SPA Corporation 1480 Eastlake Pkwy, Ste 907 Chula Vista, CA 919515 This statement was filed with the Recorder/County Clerk of San Diego County December 05, 2024 12/12, 12/19, 12/26, 01/02

NAME CHANGE SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 24CU027136C Petitioner or Attorney: Marshall Kerry Landrum To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Marshall Kerry L Whitlock Sr. filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Marshall Kerry Landrum PROPOSED NAME: Marshall Kerry Landrum Whitlock 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: January 29, 2025 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

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 1/02, 1/9, 1/16, 1/23 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 325 South Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 24CU028977N Petitioner or Attorney: Dat Tan-Danny Tran To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Dat Tan-Danny Tran filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Dat Tan-Danny Tran PROPOSED NAME: Danny Dat Tan Tran 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

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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.

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.

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE.

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)

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

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PUBLIC NOTICE PUBLIC NOTICE OF THE SAN DIEGO HOUSING COMMISSION MOVING TO WORK FISCAL YEAR 2026 PLAN PUBLIC NOTICE The San Diego Housing Commission (SDHC) is soliciting public comment on its Fiscal Year 2026 (July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2026) Moving to Work (MTW) Annual Plan. The proposed plan will be available for review on SDHC’s website, www.sdhc.org, beginning on December 23, 2024. Comments must be submitted by 5 p.m. January 23, 2025, to be considered by SDHC staff and decision-making authorities in their final review of the proposed plan. Please submit comments by mail to Nancy Sa/Equity Assurance, San Diego Housing Commission, 1122 Broadway, Suite 300, San Diego Ca 92101, by email to MTWPlan@sdhc.org or online at https://www.engagesdhc.com/mtwplan. SUBJECT SDHC is required to develop an MTW Annual Plan that is submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for approval. The Plan includes policies SDHC plans to change, new programs and updates to existing programs. Before the Plan is submitted to HUD, SDHC provides an opportunity for members of the public to review the draft plan and provide feedback. In its Fiscal Year 2026 MTW Annual Plan, SDHC is not proposing any new activities. PUBLIC HEARING SDHC will hold a Public Hearing to receive comments regarding the draft MTW on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. Information on how to attend will be provided on SDHC’s website, www.sdhc.org/moving-to-work.

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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: January 31, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. 25 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do

so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE. The court will review the documents filed as of the date specified on the Order to Show Cause for Change of Name (JC Form #NC-120).

If all requirements for a name change have been met as of the date specified, and no timely written objection has been received (required at least two court days before the date specified), the Petition for Change of 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

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 S. Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 24CU028741C Petitioner or Attorney: Isis Ysabella Love To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Isis Ysabella Love filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Isis Ysabella Love PROPOSED NAME: Isis Ysabella Roberts THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing. NOTICE OF HEARING Date: February 05, 2025 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

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 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 24CU028434N Petitioner or Attorney: Angus Drake Ross To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Angus Drake Ross filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: PRESENT NAME: Angus Drake Ross PROPOSED NAME: Achilles Alvarez Carrasco 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: January 31, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. N-25 (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the court's website. To find your court's website go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm) NO HEARING WILL OCCUR ON THE DATE SPECIFIED IN THE

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.

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.

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Joseph Alexander Edeiken filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

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 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 24CU027010C

PRESENT NAME: Joseph Alexander Edeiken

Petitioner or Attorney: Jennifer Colleen Van Grove

PROPOSED NAME: Joseph Alexander Marson

To All Interested Persons: Petitioner Jennifer Colleen Van Grove filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows:

The address of the court is: 325 S. Melrose Dr. Vista, CA 92081 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16 ----------------------------------SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 330 W. Broadway San Diego, CA 92101 24CU021974C Petitioner or Attorney: Joseph Alexander Edeiken

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: January 30, 2025 Time: 8:30 A.M. Dept. C-61 (To appear remotely, check

PRESENT NAME: Jennifer Colleen Van Grove PROPOSED NAME: Jennifer Colleen Squillace 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

NOTICE OF HEARING Date: January 29, 2025 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 12/26, 1/02, 1/9, 1/16

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BUSINESS / FINANCE SDCCD Governing Board A Small Business Makes New Selects

TOP 5 MISTAKES TO AVOID WHEN STARTING By Amaka Watson

Seats two new members and selects new Board President

Research and Evaluation. She grew up in Southeast San Diego, graduated from Lincoln High School, attended San Diego City College and transferred to Clark Atlanta University, the first Historically Black College or University (HBCU) in the South, where she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in social work, focusing on mental health. (L to R) Marichu Magaña is sworn in by her husband Efren Magaña, while Mariah Jameson is sworn in by San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe. PHOTO: Courtesy of San Diego Community College District

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ed four years later and who had served for the past year as Board of Trustees president.

he San Diego Community College District’s (SDCCD) governing board welcomed two new members and selected incumbent Geysil Arroyo as its new board president during its annual organizational meeting on December 19.

In addition to Jameson and Magaña taking the oath of office, the governing board elected Geysil Arroyo as board president.

With family, friends, and SDCCD employees looking on, Mariah Jameson, a San Diego County Supervisor community representative and retired San Diego Mesa College professor Marichu G. Magaña were sworn in at the outset of the Thursday session held at the San Diego Mission Bay Resort. Jameson and Magaña are replacing newly retired members Mary Graham, who was first elected to the board in 2008, and Bernie Rhinerson, who was first elect-

An alumna of both San Diego City and Mesa colleges, Arroyo transferred to UC San Diego for a bachelor’s degree in human development, earned a master’s degree in public health from Columbia University in New York. For more than 15 years she has worked as a public health professional, and currently serves as a lecturer and internship administrator at San Diego State University’s School of Public Health. Jameson, a former foster youth, is a policy staffer for San Diego County Supervisor Monica Montgomery Steppe and also works with RISE

Magaña was employed at Mesa College for more than 20 years and has served on numerous U.S. Department of Education TRIO and GEAR UP program panels responsible for evaluating project proposals in highly competitive grant competitions. A longtime Mira Mesa resident, Magaña earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from Alliant International University and was a licensed psychologist for many years. She also earned a master’s degree in counseling from San Diego State University and a bachelor’s degree in psychology from UC San Diego. Board priorities for the coming year include managing Measure HH, a $3.5 billion bond measure that city voters approved on November 5; continuing to grow enrollment; expanding basic needs services for students; and building on a steadfast commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion while eliminating achievement gaps.

Statistics show that about 1 in 5 businesses don't last beyond their first year. Starting your own business demands courage, strategic planning, and a vigilant eye on the challenges ahead. The initial phase is crucial, setting the trajectory for your company’s success in its inaugural year and the PHOTO: Freepik foreseeable future. Even seasoned entrepreneurs, who may have tasted success in previous ventures, can stumble during the initial phases of a new business. Recognizing and steering clear of common missteps is paramount for small business owners. Here are the top 5 mistakes to avoid when starting a small business.

Neglecting a Detailed Business Plan Many entrepreneurs need to pay more attention to the importance of a comprehensive business plan. Without a roadmap, your business may lack direction and face difficulties securing funding or attracting investors.

Ignoring Market Research Failing to conduct thorough market research can lead to misunderstanding your target audience and competitors. This oversight may result in offering products or services that don’t meet the market demand.

Poor Financial Management Inadequate financial planning and management can quickly lead to business failure. Keep a close eye on cash flow, budgeting, and financial projections to ensure sustainable growth.

Overlooking Digital Presence In today’s digital age, paying attention to your online presence is a significant mistake. A strong digital presence, including a user-friendly website and active social media engagement, is essential for reaching a broader audience.

Scaling Too Quickly While growth is the ultimate goal, scaling too quickly can strain resources and lead to operational inefficiencies. Ensure that your business can handle expansion without compromising quality. This first appeared on the Houston Defender.

Take The Stress Out Of Saving With Reverse Budgeting New Pittsburgh Courier

What Is Reverse Budgeting? You could just as accurately call reverse budgeting the “pay yourself first” method. Instead of going line by line through your monthly expenses and allocating a set amount to every item, you’ll start each month by putting money toward savings and investment goals. From there, you’ll take care of monthly essentials— rent or mortgage, utilities and subscriptions, groceries, child and pet care, etc. Finally, your remaining money is discretionary cash; you can use it for fun extras like dining out or entertainment, seasonal needs like new clothes, or extra savings.

Why Should I Reverse Budget?

Reverse budgeting isn’t for everyone, but it can be a highly effective financial management tool if you’re looking to save effectively or if you are struggling with burnout PHOTO: Freepik from line-item budgeting.

How Do I Reverse Budget?

Since reverse budgeting only involves allocating money for savings and expenses, you won’t find yourself having to track every clothing purchase or fast food splurge—as long as you’re meeting those monthly savings goals and essentials needs without trouble, the rest of your money is yours to spend.

There are a few simple steps that will help you start your reverse budgeting journey: • Take stock of your needs. To get started, you’ll want to go through your monthly expenses—based on bank statements and credit card bills—to understand your monthly discretionary spending needs and essential expenses.

• Determine your saving goals. Prioritizing saving only works if you know what you’re saving toward. You’ll probably want to build a mixture of long-term goals (your retirement or your children’s college funds) and shortterm goals (a solid emergency fund or home renovation savings). Determine your needs, then figure out how much you need to save each month to get there. • Build your reverse budget. Once you’ve determined your savings, essentials, and discretionary spending needs, set up your budget breakdown. If you need guidelines to help you separate out your spending and saving, consider the 50/15/5 rule: 50 percent for essentials, 15 percent toward retirement and long-term saving goals, 5 percent toward short-term sav-

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ing goals and debt repayment, and 30 percent to spend as you will. • Stay reasonable and flexible. While you want to prioritize your savings, you also want to be realistic about leaving yourself enough for expenses and discretionary spending every month. • Put it out of sight, out of mind. You can likely find an easy way to auto-deposit your savings each month. If your paycheck is direct deposit and your employer will allow you to split that deposit across multiple accounts, set a portion of your pay to auto-deposit into a distinct savings account. Automate your 401k allocation each month so you never miss the money. If you’re saving for multiple goals and find it helpful, you can create accounts or sub-accounts for each saving goal.

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VOICE & VIEWPOINT STAFF he 44th Annual Kwanzaa Celebration at World Beat was a heart warming and spiritual event with a Center full of beautiful people living out the spirit of Unity (Umoja). This was Day 1 of the 7 day celebration. The event opened with an exciting Drum Call followed by the traditional Libation. The African Drum and Dance presentation had everyone on their feet as our very essence reached back to the Motherland.

Alyce Smith Cooper, San Diego’s own Master Storyteller, presented a tribute to the late Nikki Giovanni with the reading of several of her poems. And Mariea Antoinette, the renowned Harpist, gave a soul stirring presentation on Harp and video called “Africa”, which was an experience to say the least. Children were brought out for the Candle Lighting Ceremony followed by the tra-

ditional “Harambe” (all together shout). Then the celebration with Traditional Karamu African Food and Music began. The food, the music, the vendors with African jewelry and apparel as well as the art and setting of the entire place, added volumes to the event. Executive Director, Founder, and host, Makeda Dread, was the spirit of the event and the facili-

TODAY IN

BLACK HISTORY 1915

1964

JOHN HOPE FRANKLIN IS BORN

PERNELL WHITAKER IS BORN

John Hope Franklin, born January 2, 1915, in Rentiesville, Oklahoma, was a pioneering historian and the first African American to lead both the American Historical Association and the Organization of American Historians. He overcame the challenges of growing up in a segregated society, with his father surviving the 1921 Tulsa Race Riot and successfully suing the city. Franklin earned degrees from Fisk University, Harvard, and published his influential dissertation as The Free Negro in North Carolina in 1943. His most famous work, From Slavery to Freedom, became a key American history text. Franklin taught at various institutions, including the University of Chicago and Duke University, and served in numerous national roles. He passed away on March 25, 2009, leaving behind a profound legacy in American history.

Pernell Whitaker born on January 2, 1964, was a renowned American boxer, winning world titles in multiple weight classes, including lightweight, junior welterweight, welterweight, and junior middleweight. A left-handed defensive specialist, Whitaker had a successful amateur career, capturing a gold medal at the 1984 Olympics. Whitaker turned professional in 1984, eventually winning titles in multiple divisions. Notable victories included wins over José Luis Ramírez, Greg Haugen, and James McGirt. He briefly held the WBA junior middleweight title in 1995 but lost his welterweight title to Oscar de La Hoya in 1997. Whitaker retired with a record of 40 wins, 4 losses, and 1 draw, and was inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame in 2007. Whitaker passed on July 14, 2019.

1977 ERROL GARNER PASSED AWAY

Erroll Garner born June 15, 1921, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, was an American pianist and composer, one of the most virtuosic and popular pianists in jazz.

Garner was influenced by Fats Waller and was entirely self-taught. He substituted for Art Tatum in the latter’s trio in 1945 and subsequently formed his own three-piece group, achieving commercial success with Concert by the Sea (1958), one of the best-selling albums in jazz. Like Waller and Tatum, Garner was adept at performing both with a rhythm section and unaccompanied, often establishing great momentum with his sure sense of swing. His best-known composition is “Misty.” Garner died on January 2, 1977, in Los Angeles, California.

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ty. Forty four years ago, she took an abandoned Water Tower and transformed it into the Cultural Center it has become today. The entire event was free of charge unless one stopped at the coffee bar at the entrance. The event was multiracial in attendance which is consistent with the participation of the many programs and activities the center offers. This was the atmosphere and scene for all of the nightly celebrations.

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Alvin Arthur Miller

Bobby O. Brown

Donald-Ray Epps

LaRonda Rene Engram-Resendiz

Albertha M. Williams

SUNRISE SUNSET

11/3/1939 12/3/2023

4/9/1963 12/15/2023

2/10/1955 12/7/2023

6/5/1959 12/21/2023

10/27/1935 12/5/2023

Marion Earl Cottingham

James Hall

Eva Lee Wilson

Anthony “Tony” Eric Moats Sr.

Chideya Vion Delancy

SUNRISE SUNSET

2/11/1992 12/8/2023

3/22/1946 12/1/2023

4/21/1931 12/9/2023

1/24/1957 12/16/2023

10/27/1998 12/13/2023

Martha Sconiers Featherston

Gerald Wayne McCall

Yvonne Shiela Burrus

Ronnie Lee Alexander

Youlandia Elaine Nelson

SUNRISE SUNSET

7/18/1932 1/10/2024

5/23/1941 12/12/2023

5/4/1954 12/26/2023

6/18/1963 12/17/2023

1/9/1957

Ida May Melbourne

Eugenia Mashun Webb Rankins

Donald Skolnik

Carge Johnny Johnson III

Teena Ta-Nisha Shirré Garrett

SUNRISE SUNSET

12/18/1918 1/6/2024

10/4/1962 12/4/2023

8/23/1943 12/28/2023

12/11/1968 11/22/2023

10/1/1972 12/25/2023

12/7/2023

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Linda Kaye Suseberry

Abdullah Shabazz

Torrie Allen

Dr. John Javan Gray

Sylvester Henry

SUNRISE SUNSET

4/30/1961 12/26/2023

7/9/1940

6/4/1985

3/21/1949 12/23/2023

8/18/1949 1/11/2024

Deloris Dunbar Lewis

Claudette Rawlings

Joseph F. Dolengo

1/17/2024

1/23/2024

Wilbert Lee McClinton

William Eugene Eli

SUNRISE SUNSET

2/3/1954

1/9/2024

1/30/1980 12/21/2023

10/29/1951 1/19/2024

4/8/1938

1/24/1933

Gloria Swanson Milner

Corey Dabrain Atkins

Janie Bridgers

1/24/2024

2/4/2024

Stanley Earl Cox, Sr.

Hazel Rene Robinson

SUNRISE SUNSET

11/28/1926 1/17/2024

5/17/1969 1/27/2024

8/5/1947

11/28/1954 2/6/2024

3/17/1930 1/29/2024

Marcellius Anthony Mitchell

James Hawkins Jr.

Fred Morrison Jr.

Betty Jean Lofton

John Arthur Jones

SUNRISE SUNSET

7/9/1990

3/14/1943

11/4/1963 2/18/2024

5/8/1930

12/11/1946 2/1/2024

2/11/2024

2/9/2024

1/31/2024

2/21/2024

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Ali Rico Jabbar

James Hightower

Jerry Franklin Lee

James Tyree Washington III

Florence Marie Evans

SUNRISE SUNSET

10/26/1980 2/18/2024

9/15/1943 2/16/2024

5/18/1939 2/23/2024

8/1/1967

8/18/1940

Dennis Earl Thornton Jr.

Eugene Dent Webb

Joyce Mae Collins

Mary Frances Bradley-Owens

SUNRISE SUNSET

11/8/1986 2/27/2024

1/11/1937 3/15/2024

12/26/1943 3/13/2024

10/9/1939 3/24/2024

11/15/1999 3/1/2024

Josephine Murphy

Herbert Charles Travenio

Leonard Charles Perry

Aletha Faye Scott

Marshall Carl Clady

SUNRISE SUNSET

1/1/1931

2/28/1933 3/23/2024

6/11/1924 4/14/2024

1/4/1956

7/12/1943 3/18/2024

Napolian Reed

Robert Simpson

Shirley Delesbore

Roslyn Richell Allen

Lamont Allen

SUNRISE SUNSET

11/2/1950 3/31/2024

6/3/1942

7/10/1942

4/4/1957

11/6/1974

3/22/2024

4/9/2024

4/7/2024

2/15/2024

4/7/2024

4/22/2024

3/5/2024

LaVion Anquan Estridge

4/11/2024

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Clinton James Hunt

Ashton Ray Burris

James Edward Anthony

Walter James Scott

George Payne

SUNRISE SUNSET

12/2/1976

3/15/2015 4/19/2024

SUNRISE SUNSET

8/24/1950 5/10/2024

10/23/1944 4/30/2024

3/23/1926 4/24/2024

Robinell H. Dupree

Robert Lee Adams

Bettye Louise Titus

Victor James Smith Jr.

Marlray Bailey

SUNRISE SUNSET

4/16/1941 4/30/2024

7/26/1966 4/22/2024

5/30/1929

4/20/1964 5/29/2024

12/5/1952 5/23/2024

Almanique Jacquet Somers

Oliver Ocie McKinney

Rosia Melvin Davis

Walter Lee Kelliehan, Sr.

Delwin Kirk Glover

SUNRISE SUNSET

9/9/1942

10/21/1942 4/16/2024

6/10/1931 5/26/2024

3/19/1926

9/17/1958

Dr. Robert Anderson

Sylvia Jeannette Billingslea

Antoinette Nicole Robinson

Elnora Bell

SUNRISE SUNSET

7/1/1937

1/20/1968 5/25/2024

6/30/1995 6/18/2024

1/21/1937 6/23/2024

12/11/1936 6/25/2024

4/1/2024

5/22/2024

6/4/2024

4/9/2024

6/4/2024

George Lawrence Hill

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Thomas Lee Scott

John H. Massie Sr.

Alfred James Byrd

Michael Colbert

Marvin Gamble

SUNRISE SUNSET

9/9/1949

11/17/1930 7/7/2024

6/7/1959

7/20/1956 6/21/2024

2/19/1950 6/11/2024

6/4/2024

6/29/2024

Lola V. Smith

Teresia Harvey-Jenkins

Johnnie Mae Wiley

Jovon Emmanuel Shropshire

Era Cass

SUNRISE SUNSET

1/24/1946 7/16/2024

4/22/1957 6/20/2024

6/8/1928

2/29/1988

8/5/1938

Lucy Mae Williams

John Charles Lewis

Harold Dean Barnes

Deborah Kay Davis

Roylee Smith

SUNRISE SUNSET

3/5/1943

6/14/1948

1/26/1958 7/12/2024

5/6/1955

11/8/1952 7/16/2024

7/23/2024

8/4/2024

7/3/2024

7/6/2024

7/16/2024

7/22/2024

Martha Ann Harris

Robbie Lee Hill

Emory Dwayne Gallegos-Landry

Rosemarie Wilson

Charles Edward Thompson, Sr.

SUNRISE SUNSET

9/14/1943 7/26/2024

3/8/1936

1/22/1962

8/20/1954

3/16/1936 8/15/2024

8/13/2024

8/5/2024

7/9/2024

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Erma Jean Smith

James Hereford

Venoria Lindsay

Jean E. Farrington

Melody Elaine Cottingham

SUNRISE SUNSET

5/8/1953

11/29/1949 8/29/2024

7/6/1939

8/16/1962

9/27/1965 8/29/2024

8/13/2024

Reba Elder

Gary David White

SUNRISE SUNSET 12/1/1935

9/2/2024

9/11/2024

9/3/2024

Lloyd Taylor Morgan, Jr.

Lovell Thomas Honor

Lillian D. Brown

SUNRISE SUNSET

5/3/1974

10/21/1952 8/31/2024

3/3/1958

9/2/1937

8/5/2024

9/9/2024

9/3/2024

Floretta Brittingham Taylor

Jimmy Lee Sanford

Stanley William Morris, Jr.

Linda Faye Thibodeaux

Frederick Allen Todd

SUNRISE SUNSET

7/14/1946 8/24/2024

9/17/1935

9/1/1966

6/11/1944

11/4/1938 9/10/2024

Cornelia Kelly Branch

9/9/2024

9/2/2024

9/8/2024

Essie Mae Arnold

Gerald Vernon Ferguson

Bryan K. Wolf, Sr.

Mary Macon

SUNRISE SUNSET

12/1/1973 9/13/2024

12/18/1928 9/15/2024

1/17/1961 9/23/2024

1/30/1967

2/11/1950 9/28/2024

9/2/2024

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Osephine Washington

Ellis Dwain Logans

Sheila Denise Wilson

Barbara Jean Cunningham

Iris Carter Pygatt

SUNRISE SUNSET

10/27/1934 9/16/2024

10/15/1954 10/1/2024

2/27/1962 9/26/2024

8/19/1929 9/29/2024

5/5/1934 10/21/2024

Charles W. Dozzell, Jr.

Joseph Anthony Sorrell, Sr.

Walter Taylor, Jr.

Ira Lee Echols II

Jemmie Lee Turman, Sr.

SUNRISE SUNSET

10/26/1943 10/16/2024

9/23/1953 10/3/2024

8/13/1993 10/7/2024

10/6/1969 9/23/2024

10/10/1944 10/18/2024

Eric Lee Willis

Linda Rose Green

Bettie Louise Johnson

Derryl Williams, Sr.

LeNeldon Henderson

SUNRISE SUNSET

4/16/1961 10/24/2024

11/20/1946 10/13/2024

6/13/1944 10/19/2024

9/2/1954 10/20/2024

12/25/1949 11/10/2024

Kendall Kayvonne Allen

Gerald Lamont Good

Delores Thompson Black

Lyndsey Earl

Sonya Yvette Harris

SUNRISE SUNSET

1/27/1991 10/21/2024

9/5/1949

6/13/1943 11/8/2024

9/8/1991 10/31/2024

4/13/1963 11/6/2024

11/9/2024

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Some of Those We Love and Lost 2024 (In Order by Publication Date)

Emil Joseph Jones

Narriman Fields

India Mae Wright

Mike Henra Norris

Ida Beatrice Donald

SUNRISE SUNSET

1/27/1967 10/18/2024

8/12/1956 11/7/2024

1/1/1935

11/7/2024

3/23/1947 11/27/2024

11/12/1930 11/25/2024

Floyd Heampstead

Darnell Maurice Woods

Deanne Paulette Gooden

SUNRISE SUNSET

7/5/1949 11/18/2024

6/15/1966 11/14/2024

4/11/1984 11/16/2024

At Voice & Viewpoint, we extend our heartfelt condolences to all who are grieving the loss of a loved one. This Obituary Special is dedicated to honoring their memory and celebrating the moments that made their lives extraordinary. As part of this tribute, we share the following poem, a gentle reminder to cherish the time we have with those we hold dear. May these words bring comfort and reflection during this time of remembrance.

If I knew it would be the last time

If Tomorrow Never Comes If I knew it would be the last time

Take time to say “I love you,”

That I’d see you fall asleep,

I’d hear your laughter and your praise,

To share a smile, a laugh, a kiss.

And softly pray your soul to keep.

To brighten all my days.

For life is built on this.

I’d tuck you in with love and care

If I knew it would be the last time I’d watch you walk out the door,

I’d treasure the moment, hug you tight, And wish you joy forevermore.

I’d hold those sounds within my heart

Cherish every fleeting moment,

But life is full of wonders,

Though tomorrow isn’t promised,

So let’s make the most of every day

So let us fill it with kindness,

And tomorrow’s never clear,

To show we hold each other dear.

Today is ours to live.

And all the love we have to give.

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