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He began working for the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians in 1995 and spent most of the past 28 years working in some capacity for the Soboba Casino.

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A sketch of “Claudia” using forensic approximations from a combination of DNA technology, her remains, and a description by Jesperson himself. Jesperson described the victim as a woman with shaggy, wild blonde hair, and tight clothing. He said her name was ‘Claudia,’ but that may not be her real name.

She was described as about 20 to 30 years old, about 5’6” to 5’7” and was of medium build, around 140-150 pounds. She was found wearing a t-shirt printed with a motorcycle and had a tattoo of two small dots on the left side of her right thumb.

Valley News/RivCo DA Office photo RIVERSIDE COUNTY - Recent advances in DNA technology have allowed cold case investigators in Riverside County to come the closest they’ve ever been to identifying the only remaining unidentified victim of serial killer Keith Hunter Jesperson, known as the “Happy Face Killer.”

On the anniversary of his conviction for that murder, the Riverside County Regional Cold Case Homicide Team, led by investigators from the Riverside County District Attorney’s Office, is seek-

ing help around the world in putting a name to the woman’s face.

The woman’s body was found on Aug. 30, 1992 along Highway 95, approximately seven miles north of the city of Blythe, California. After his arrest in another case, Jesperson confessed to a news reporter in Portland, Oregon, and later to Riverside County Sheriff’s Office deputies, that he killed her and seven other women.

Jesperson pleaded guilty to the see IDENTITY, page A-3

At a regular school board meeting held Nov. 14 2023, the Temecula Valley Unified School District board majority voted against the renewal of existing 5G cell tower leases. This decision sheds light on an ongoing debate concerning the alleged adverse health effects of 5G radiation on youths and adults.

At the meeting, several public comments critiqued the board’s decision of non-renewal. Many residents argued that there is not enough scientific and empirical research to prove there are health issues caused by cell tower radiation, and their removal precludes wireless upgrades in schools, impacting the students.

The scientific research on 5G varies. Some studies such as ‘Adverse health effects of 5G mobile networking technology under real life conditions’ by Ronald N. Kostoff argues that “the nascent 5G mobile networking technology will affect not only the skin and eyes, as commonly believed, but

will have adverse systemic effects as well”. Other studies, such as the authors of ‘Investigating the Health Hazards Associated with 5G Network: A Review’, conclude that after adopting “numerous national, international, scientific and governmental organizations that have reviewed epidemiologic studies of health and biological endpoints in association with the radio frequency (RF) exposure in environments accessible to the public. It was observed that the widely perceived health risks that are attributed to 5G are not supported by scientific evidence”.

That said, academic research in the 5G area focuses on different aspects. Academics like Dr Chrisopher Baird investigate or draw conclusions about 5G systems - which include cell phone and computer usage. Others investigate the effects of 5G towers on human health, such as Dr Luca Chiaraviglo’s paper titled ‘How much exposure from 5G Towers Is Radiated over Children, Teenagers, Schools and Hospitals?’. With see 5G, page A-4

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Nonprofit finds unique way to Help Heal Veterans

Help Heal Veterans, headquartered in Winchester, manufactures and delivers therapeutic craft kits to veterans worldwide.

Boxes of repurposed unused leather, cloth and other materials will be used in the assembly of therapeutic craft kits for veterans.

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Diane A. Rhodes Special to Valley News For more than 50 years, Help Heal Veterans has supported the healing and rehabilitation of United States veterans by providing them with therapeutic craft kits, completely free of charge. What sounds like a simple idea has produced life-changing benefits. The nonprofit has also helped the planet by recycling and repurposing materials that otherwise would have been discarded.

Gabby Bailey has worked for the nonprofit for more than 13 years and is currently serving as Development Coordinator. In this position, she plays many roles in supporting the organization and donors throughout their giving journey. She actively participates in local events and manages all social media channels, ensuring that the online presence aligns with the nonprofit’s mission and objectives.

“Help Heal Veterans has its roots in the Vietnam era, when our founder, Roger Chapin, visited Balboa Hospital,” Bailey said.

“Upon seeing our military personnel recovering in hospital beds, he approached them and asked how he could assist. Their simple yet powerful request was, ‘Give us something to do with our hands.’”

The nonprofit organization was founded in 1971 after many discussions with hospital staff, physicians, therapists and patients and all the programs are designed to work in harmony with veterans’ medical care. Some of the healing effects these craft kits offer include improved fine motor skills, improved concentration, relief from anxiety and depression, support for recovery from substance use, help in managing PTSD and improved self-worth and self-esteem. Each veteran gleans their own personal benefits from the craft kits that are rated on difficulty of 1 to 5 to match one’s ability to successfully complete the project.

A variety of leather-based projects such as tri-fold wallets, moccasins and messenger bags, are very popular. Several projects incorporate leather “links” to make belts, wristbands and guitar straps, which require much concentration. More than 31 million free therapeutic craft kits have been distributed to

Help Heal Veterans’ Development Coordinator Gabby Bailey shares the board used to track distribution points for craft kits sent to VA medical centers, state veterans’ homes, veteran programs and service organizations and military facilities throughout the world.

Chip Purkey, Help Heal Veterans’ plant manager for more than 25 years, shares the many pallets of tanned deer skins donated by The Elks, a longtime partner. The leather is used for moccasins and other therapeutic craft kits.

veterans and veteran facilities nationwide and to active-duty military overseas since the organization’s beginning.

Bailey said the 24,000 sq.ft.

Winchester property was chosen due to it being strategically located close to major shipping routes, offering easy access to and from the freeways. “At the time of our development, property values in the area were quite low. In fact, we were responsible for transforming what used to be a dirt road (Penfield Lane) into a developed street 25 years ago,” Bailey said. “It is the only manufacturing site in the world. No one else does what we do for our veterans.”

Two storefronts The nonprofit has a dedicated team consisting of 15 manufacturing employees and six office staff members plus CEO Captain Joe McClain and VP of Development Kristen Bennett, who works remotely. Additionally, there are four full-time Craft Care Specialists (CCS) and five part-time employees distributed across five locations throughout the country, with two of these locations operating as store fronts. Bailey said, “Most of our employees are either veterans or have an immediate family member that has served. As for me, my little brother is a Marine, stationed in Japan and to think that one day he will need our therapy kits is what make me want to help more.”

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Also located upstairs are four computerized 3D laser machines for cutting detailed wooden pieces.

John Kwiokowski started at the nonprofit’s San Diego offices in 1981. He works on helping to create new designs for the wood craft kits that are currently on hold because they can’t afford the correct wood needed to make the precise cuts. They are actively seeking companies that may have spare wood to donate.

Model kits Bailey said one of the most memorable highlights of her time as a receptionist was when she received a call from a veteran who was requesting a model kit. “At that time, we had model cars and airplanes available,” she said. “We promptly shipped him the airplane kit, and a few weeks later, he called me in tears, deeply emotional. He shared how making the kit had a profound impact on him, as it provided him with a sense of joy and relief. As he worked on the kit, it allowed him to escape into his cherished childhood memories when he would save up every penny to buy model cars. This experience opened my eyes to the therapeutic value of these craft kits for our veterans’ well-being. I realized that these kits hold a special place in their hearts and play a crucial role in their healing process.”

More recently, Bailey has witnessed the creativity that many veterans incorporate into the basic craft kit. Some have proudly returned their projects to the Winchester location to be prominently displayed in its lobby and many of their shared stories can be found at https://healvets.org/events-storiesnews/letters-from-vets.

Thank you cards From the preparation of the raw materials to the printing of the instructions, each kit is assembled on site and includes a thank you card for the veteran recipient to return to a donor if and when they want to do so. Bailey noted that pen pal relationships often form when a donor receives a thank you postcard from a veteran and returns the correspondence, sometimes resulting in lifelong friendships.

In addition to helping veterans throughout the nation, the Winchester production center is connecting with the local community to bring awareness and action to the Help Heal Veterans cause. Joey Cox, currently a senior at Linfield

A diorama created by a veteran who incorporated the windmill craft he completed is on display at the national headquarters of Help Heal Veterans in Winchester.

been working at the site since it opened in 1998. She has worked all the machines and enjoys helping wherever she can. Grace Camaya of Murrieta has been there more than 15 years. “I like helping veterans, my husband is retired Navy,” she said. Adam McLeod of Temecula, himself an Air Force veteran, has been on board for the past eight years and enjoys the steady hours and benefits Help Heal Veterans provides. “It’s a great environment to work in,” he said. “It’s not just a solid job but the work we’re doing supports a good cause.”

Strong partnerships Bailey said they obtain raw materials for manufacturing individual kits and produce the kit components at the Winchester warehouse. “Additionally, we handle the packaging of these craft kits and operate our facility as a warehouse for shipping the craft kits to various facilities and to homebound veterans,” she said. “We have established partnerships with organizations such as Southwest Airlines and the Elks, to name a few. Southwest Airlines generously provides us with materials, from reupholstered seats, which we clean, cut and package. This allows us to create wallet kits and other products from these materials, benefiting veterans. Over the past 20 years, the Elks have been an invaluable partner, supplying us with over 1 million square feet of deer skins. So we are not only helping veterans, we are also helping earth by taking all these materials that would be ending up in our landfills.”

Leather uses This leather is used to make moccasins, wheelchair gloves, dreamcatchers, pouches and other items. Since 2017, nearly 470,000 pounds of upholstery fabric has been donated by La-Z-Boy to be used to make messenger bags, oven mitts and more. These are just a few examples of how strong partnerships with Help Heal Veterans can benefit companies and planet earth.

Cesar Camaclang, who has worked there about five years, stays busy breaking down the pallets of leather seats donated by Southwest Airlines. At a workstation located above the production floor, he cuts open the airplane seats and separates the foam from the leather covers so the raw materials can be taken to the next step in the process.

Since 2018, more than 395,000 pounds of leather has been donated.

Christian School, partnered with the local nonprofit in the summer before his sophomore year to found Students for Veterans on his campus. “We started with 27 members and had 72 at the end of the last school year,” Cox said. “Our club members’ efforts as well as our school community’s generosity has been phenomenal.” The students assist the nonprofit in its mission of providing craft kits and letters of encouragement to local veterans. “I see our efforts as lives that are being touched and possibly transformed,” he said. “Through my club, we have intentionally worked to make a difference in people’s lives, both at home and beyond. At our school we are encouraging patriotism, a thankful spirit for our American freedoms and most importantly, a thankful heart for our brave veterans.”

Cox approached Linfield Spanish teacher Nicholas Ortega to be the club’s advisor, who said he agreed for several reasons. “The mission was compelling, for Joey desired to partner with a local organization in the community by connecting Linfield students to a service-related partnership, all in the name of helping veterans,” Ortega said, adding that Joey is one of the most amazing students he has ever taught in terms of his maturity, academic brilliance and leadership. “I am a disabled Army Veteran with a service-connected disability and have been hospitalized three times because of my injury. I had the privilege of being an enlisted soldier attending the United States Military Academy Preparatory School. One month before graduating and moving on to West Point, I incurred a serviceconnected injury in 2002.” During his last hospitalization in 2011 at a VA institution, Ortega said he believes he benefited from a Help Heal Veterans craft kit, giving him “a personal connection with their work, and I know the value of it.”

The mission of Students for Veterans is to “support our brave veterans – our freedom is not free; raise awareness and support for U.S. veterans; provide support to a local veterans organization; encourage a thankful spirit for our American freedoms; and encourage patriotism.” The club’s partnership with Help Heal Veterans checks all the boxes. see HELP, page A-6

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Habitat for Humanity Resource Center opens in Temecula Tony Ault Staf f Writer Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley, known throughout southwest Riverside cities for building homes for underserved residents and their families, opened a new resource facility called the Liz Bibb Real Estate & Education Center in Temecula.

The grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony was held Jan. 10 at the new center located at 27591 Commerce Center Drive in Temecula.

The center is established in partnership with the City of Temecula and aims to be a vital resource for the community by offering comprehensive services under the Pathway to Homeownership and Financial Wellness Program.

The welcoming address was made by Tammy Marine, Habitat CEO and a presentation of col-

laborative partners with a viewing of the facility for those attending, The event included a presentation featuring the key collaborative partners, including representatives from the City of Temecula, local financial institutions, and other community stakeholders.

The Liz Bibb Real Estate & Education Center is named after a long-time Habitat supporter. The center is dedicated to empowering individuals and families on their journey to homeownership.

Through homebuyer counseling services, the center will provide essential education and guidance to prepare individuals for the responsibilities of homeownership. Additionally, the center will act as a matchmaker, connecting potential homebuyers with available resources for down payment assistance.

Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

The Liz Bibb Real Estate & Education Center is now open in Temecula.

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Temecula and CMOH partner up for 2024 Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service TEMECULA – In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service, the city of Temecula is partnering with Community Mission of Hope for a weeklong food drive running from Monday, Jan. 15, through Sunday, Jan. 21.

The welcome center at 28690 Mercedes St., Suite 101, in Temecula will serve as the official collection point. In addition to accepting food donations, the welcome center will also have information where residents can learn about different ways to get involved with the community whether it be with the city of Temecula or other local nonprofit organizations.

Welcome center hours of collection are Monday, Jan. 15, from 8 a.m. to noon; Tuesday, Jan. 16, through Friday, Jan. 19, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Saturday, Jan. 20, through Sunday, Jan. 21, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

All donations will go directly to CMOH to support their programs that provide food and assistance to families in need. For a list of acceptable food and home hygiene donations, visit http://CMOH.net.

Encourage your friends, family and neighbors to participate in the food drive and volunteer their time on Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service.

For information on all upcoming events, activities and programs from Temecula’s Community Services Department, visit http:// TemeculaCA.gov/TCSD and follow @TemeculaParksandRec on social media for updates.

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She was described as about 20 to 30 years old, about 5’6” to 5’7,” and was of medium build, around 140-150 pounds. She was found wearing a t-shirt printed with a motorcycle and had a tattoo of two small dots on the left side of her right thumb. A number of sketches have been made of the woman as she may have appeared prior to her death. These forensic approximations were created using a combination of DNA technology, her remains, and a description by Jesperson himself.

Based on conversations with Jesperson about his encounter with the victim, it is believed she was living, or at least familiar with the Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside County areas, and had ties to Las Vegas and southern Nevada. She is believed to have been a cigarette smoker and a frequent hitchhiker.

In the years since the woman’s death, improvements in forensic science have allowed investigators and genealogists to determine some familial relatives, including her biological father, who is now deceased. The victim’s father was from Cameron County, Texas, but traveled all over the country, including Texas; Santa Barbara County, California; Washington state and Oregon. Several halfsiblings were identified, unfortunately, these living relatives are not biological matches to the victim’s mother, and so these individuals were not aware of ‘Claudia,’ and cannot assist with her identification. There is reason to believe the woman’s maternal side of the family has ties to the Louisiana and/or southeast Texas area.

The Riverside County DA’s Office is calling on the community to contact our investigators with any additional leads that will

grant dignity to the victim and answer long-asked questions from her family. Any leads, no matter how insignificant they may seem, can be reported to the Cold Case Hotline at 951-955-5567, or by emailing coldcaseunit@rivcoda. org. For example, those who may have known her from interactions in southern California, or in Las Vegas, or more significantly, those who recognize her face as an acquaintance from a long time ago.

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murder in Riverside County on Jan. 8, 2010, and was sentenced to 15 years to life in prison, but the woman Jesperson referred to as ‘Claudia’ was never positively identified.

“Our goal is to identify this victim and provide closure to her family, wherever they may be,” said District Attorney Mike Hestrin.

“We are hopeful someone hearing any of these details may remember anything that could help us reunite this woman with the family who may have been looking for her for over three decades.”

As part of its mission to reunite missing persons with their families, Riverside County Regional Cold Case Homicide investigators interviewed Jesperson about ‘Claudia’ at the Oregon State Penitentiary in late 2023.

Jesperson said he met ‘Claudia’ at a brake check area on the I-15 south of the Victorville area around August of 1992 while he was working as a long-haul truck driver. The woman asked to be taken to the Los Angeles area, but he refused, and due to his planned truck route to Arizona, took her to Cabazon, California instead. After stopping in Cabazon, the woman decided to continue traveling with Jesperson until they arrived at the Indio/Coachella Burns Brothers rest stop.

The two argued about money and Jesperson claims he killed the woman in his truck, then drove his purple semi-trailer from Coachella to Blythe, where he dumped her body.

Jesperson described the victim as a woman with shaggy, wild blonde hair, and tight clothing.

He said her name was ‘Claudia,’ but that may not be her real name.

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Menifee updates residents on street and construction projects

Motorists travel under the construction site of the Holland Road bridge that spans across Antelope Road and I-215 in Menifee.

Valley News/Shane Gibson photo MENIFEE - The City has project and construction updates to share with the community. For a current list of street projects and

construction updates, visit our interactive mobile and web map at www.cityofmenifee.us/traffic.

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Capital Improvement Project The City is actively performing work related to the Holland Road Overpass project. Holland Road

between Hanover Lane and Antelope Road will remain closed for the duration of the project, which is expected to be completed in late summer 2024. For additional information and to sign up for project updates, visit www.hollandoverpass.com.

Audie Murphy Road at Normandy Road – Americans with Disabilities Act Ramp Installation Menifee Public Works Crew will be installing an ADA ramp on Audie Murphy Road at Normandy Road the week of Monday, January 8. Motorists should expect delays and impacts to the drop off and pick up zone at Kathryn Newport Middle School. Work is anticipated to be completed by Thursday, January 11.

Potomac Neighborhood – Eastern Municipal Water District Water Main Replacement EMWD is replacing water mains on various streets in the Potomac Street neighborhood.

Traffic control will be in place with flaggers present. Detour signs will be posted in the area due to road closures during the day. The project is anticipated to be com-

pleted by the end of January.

Briggs Road (North of Highway 74) - Street Improvements AAA will continue street improvement work on Briggs Road (north of Highway 74). Traffic control will be in place and flaggers present during the duration of the project. The project is anticipated to be completed the second week of January.

Bradley Road at Holland Road – Storm Drain/Sewer Construction Work Sewer and storm drain facilities are currently being installed adjacent to Holland Road as part of the Menifee 80 residential housing tract. This project is under active construction and motorists should expect intermittent traffic control and lane shifts on Holland Road during construction.

For questions on the project/ construction updates listed, please contact Philip Southard, Public Information and Legislative Affairs Officer, at 951-746-0654 or at psouthard@cityofmenifee.us.

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Hemet Adopt-A-Street program open to volunteer groups Tony Ault Staf f Writer The City of Hemet in an effort to better clean up the litter and trash on its many city streets offers an Adopt-A-Street program to Hemet resident groups to participate in these efforts.

The Hemet Adopt-A-Street is a voluntary public participation program which gives stakeholders of the City of Hemet and surrounding regions the opportunity to partner with Hemet in beautifying and maintaining public areas. Eligible adoption roadways/blocks are city roads located in the Hemet boundaries.

The program does not apply to federal and state highways, county streets, or private roads. Volunteer groups agree to control litter and, if applicable, conduct other roadside improvement or clean-up activities approved by the City.

The volunteers will need to appoint a group representative to meet with the city’s Adopt-AStreet public works coordinator to determine which street or streets they will volunteer to keep picked up and the length of time they will devote to the effort..

The volunteer groups will not have to pick up any hazardous 5G from page A-1 these variances and dichotomies within the scientific community, many question what the health

materials that may cause injury that include: petroleum products, chemicals, paints, solvents, propane tanks, gas canisters, car batteries, vehicle parts, appliances, heavy objects, dead animals, broken glass, needles, drug paraphernalia, and unidentified containers.

Younger residents, under age 18, may join the Adopt-A-Street group if a parent or guardian gives their informed consent form. The legal parent or guardian of a minor volunteer must agree to hold the City of Hemet harmless for any liability or damages resulting from participation in the program.

Volunteers will be offered a yellow safety vest and pickup apparatus when picking up the litter.

The city offers a Adopt-A-Street placard fabricated at the adopted street and have it installed by the Hemet Public Works describing the volunteer group logo and name of the group.

The City of Hemet invites interested resident groups interested in participating in this program to contact the city at admin@hemetca.gov or visit hemet.ca.gov/1063/ Hemet-Adopt-a-Street-Program to apply.

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providing faster connection speeds to more devices simultaneously, and to more types of devices.”

Essentially, 5G is the latest innovation of wireless technology, a new global wireless standard, a progression from 1G, 2G, 3G and 4G networks. This wireless generation directly impacts downloading speeds and data connection.

The World Health Organisation (WHO) states that 5G was first widely deployed in 2019 and “is expected to increase performance and a wide range of new applications, including strengthening e-Health (telemedicine, remote surveillance, telesurgery).”

As per the Federal Communications Commision ( FCC), cellular data is transmitted through RFs, meaning that calls are connected via cells or base stations that correspond to a particular geographical location. 5G works in the same way as its predecessors 4G and 3G - through the transmission and production of electromagnetic waves. However, 5G uses a higher radiofrequency compared to 3G and 4G states Henk De Feyter, assistant professor of radiology and biomedical imagery at Yale University.

That said, the technical functions and capabilities of 5G reveal little about its effects on human health. Radiation, a by-product of invisible energy defined as ‘electromagnetic fields’ (EMFs) can be separated into two categories, ionizing and non- ionizing. The difference between the two have varying health implications. Non-ionizing refers to low emission radiation emitted from microwaves, computers and phones, while ionizing EMFs such as x-rays have higher

radiation. Christopher Collins, a professor of radiology at New York University states that “In human tissues, ionizing radiation at high enough doses is associated with an increase in cancer, most often skin cancer from the ultraviolet energy in sunlight.”

The FCC states that “it is estimated that 5G will use between 24 to 90 gigahertz frequency whereas 3G & 4G operates at 1-6 gigahertz.

5G is designed to deliver concentrated and focused electromagnetic radiation, up to 100 times more than current levels.” Professor Giusseppe Curcio Professor at University of L’Aquila Italy and author of a scientific article on Electromagnetic fields notes that 5G operates on two frequencies, the highest of which ranges from 24.25 GHz to 52.6 GHz with Collins noting that electromagnetic ionization becomes dangerous at approximately 3 million GHz, which is significantly higher than the 5G level.

The American Cancer Society (ACS) write that they “do not have any official position or statement on whether or not radiofrequency (RF) radiation from cell phones, cell phone towers, or other sources is a cause of cancer.” Instead, they lean on expert organizations such as The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is part of the World Health Organization (WHO) and The US National Toxicology Program (NTP). Both organizations have not confirmed that RF waves from cell towers cause cancer.

These claims contrast reports from the Environmental Health Trust who reference the article “5G Wireless Expansion: Public Health

and Environmental Implications” (found at https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/ S0013935118300161.) The study concludes that “a moratorium on the deployment of 5G is warranted” and “the addition of this added high frequency 5G radiation to an already complex mix of lower frequencies, will contribute to a negative public health outcome … from both physical and mental health perspectives.”

Amidst these conflicting scientific reports is another empirical nuance. Dr. Yekeen Olajide Olasoji from the department of Electrical Electronics Federal University of Technology Akure, Ondo, Nigeria writes on the health implications on the brain from 3G, 4G AND 5G cell towers. His research sheds light on the long term effects that have not been taken into account by many in the scientific community, as the paper concludes that “ from the studies we saw that the Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) we are using can have an effect on the surrounding of our brain, but not something we can see. Over long periods of time the effect of radiation begins to show up as the human is aging.

In conclusion we suggest a drastic reduction in the frequency operation of the 5th generation mobile network is suspended until further review.”

Overall, with the many variations of peer reviewed articles and expert commentary on the topic of 5G, one thing is certain, additional research is required and perhaps then we might see some empirical cohesion.

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Fundraiser launched after Murrieta woman hit on morning run succumbs to injuries

Julie Reeder Publisher

A fundraiser has been launched for the family of Rosie Diaz, a Murrieta woman who died after being hit by a vehicle while out on a run with two friends on Jan. 4. As of press time, the GoFundMe had raised about $38,000 of its $40,000 goal to fund funeral expenses and the ongoing care of her high school-aged children.

The accident happened on Nutmeg Street at Washington Avenue, just before 6 a.m. A GoFundMe has been organized by Rosie’s running club community, Dominique Samario and Joshua Hernandez, on behalf of Omar Gutierrez, according to the GoFundMe page. It states, “Rosie Diaz was an incredible person: mom, partner, daughter, sister, niece, aunt, colleague, friend, and more...

The page continues, “On the morning of January 4, 2024, her life was tragically cut short while

doing one of her favorite activities: running. While nothing we do can bring back our amazing friend, we can rally together to support her beautiful family. Rosie is survived by her three children, Josh, Nathan, and Lexi, her partner, Omar, her mother, siblings, and her incredible family, to whom she was very close.”

The GoFundMe page asks people to “Share a memory of Rosie in the comments if you can. We will make sure everything gets to the family.”

Many posts mentioned Rosie’s smile. Here is one from the Armenta/Patterson Family: “Rosie and I were coworkers and friends. We had many conversations over the last few years and I’m still in shock that there won’t be any more. In these conversations with her, I came to know what many already know—that she was one of the kindest, loving, and most helpful people. She had a joy about her that was contagious. She was

Rosie Diaz and her family.

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a beautiful person inside and out, and I’m thankful to have known her and to be able to call her my friend. I will never forget the posi-

tive impact she had on my life.”

The driver has not been charged, but the investigation is ongoing, and anyone who has information

about the incident is asked to call Murrieta Police Traffic Investigator Ryan Marin at 951-200-9756 or rmarin@murrietaca.gov.

Six injured in I-15 rollover

Julie Reeder Publisher

A rollover was reported on southbound I-15 just south of the Mission Road onramp in Fallbrook at 3:02 p.m. on Saturday, Jan. 6.

“Six people were transported to local hospitals. Two adults were reported to have significant injuries and two adults had minor injuries. Two young people had minor injuries and were transported to Children’s Hospital. Everyone was transported by ground ambulance,” said North County Fire PIO John Choi.

CHP was getting calls that good Samaritans had stopped to assist in removing adults and children from the flipped-over gray SUV. NCFPD PIO Choi said, “All

parties were able to self-extricate without the use of equipment.”

The vehicle was largely in the southbound center divide, however the tail end of the vehicle was in the number 1 lane and there was quite a bit of debris, causing first responders to have to close the number 1 lane for about an hour.

It was reported to CHP that the SUV flipped from the northbound to the southbound lanes.

There was a second vehicle reported, a white BMW that was sitting in the center divide on the northbound side that had been hit and damaged with debris and had called for a tow.

Traffic was affected for over an hour on the southbound side of the I-15.

Menifee Police focuses on distracted driving enforcement

MENIFEE – On Saturday, Jan. 13, the Menifee Police Department will be actively looking for drivers in violation of the state’s handsfree cell phone law.

“Holding your phone and using it while driving is not only dangerous, but also illegal,” Chief Chris Karrer said. “Before starting the car, silence your phone or put it in the glove box, trunk or back seat.

Anywhere you can’t reach.”

According to the 2022 California Statewide Public Opinion Survey, nearly 72% of drivers surveyed said that distracted driving because of texting was their biggest safety concern. In 2021, the California Highway Patrol issued nearly 56,000 citations for distracted driving.

Under current law, drivers are not allowed to hold a phone or electronic communications device while operating a vehicle. This in-

cludes talking, texting, or using an app. Using a handheld cell phone while driving is punishable by a fine. Violating the hands-free law for a second time within 36 months of a prior conviction for the same offense will result in a point being added to a driver’s record.

If you have an important phone call, text, email, or in a situation with other distractions, pull over to a safe parking spot. Other distractions can be eating, grooming, reaching for something that fell on the floor, putting on or taking off clothing, talking with passengers, or children in the back seat.

Funding for distracted driving enforcement is provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Submitted by Menifee Police Department.

Murrieta Police seek information or surveillance footage related to fatal traffic collision MURRIETA - The Murrieta Police Department is seeking information or surveillance footage of a fatal collision that occurred with a pedestrian and a vehicle on Nutmeg Road at Washington Avenue on early morning Thursday, Jan. 4.

At 5:53 a.m., the Murrieta Police Department Dispatch Center received a 911 call about a traffic collision involving one vehicle and a pedestrian on Nutmeg Road at Washington Ave. Murrieta Police and Murrieta Fire & Rescue personnel arrived on scene at 5:57 a.m. and located a female adult in the roadway with significant injuries. The female was transported by ambulance to Inland Valley Hospital, where

she eventually succumbed to her injuries later that evening.

Murrieta Police Department’s Traffic Bureau responded to the scene to conduct a full investigation. The vehicle’s driver was located at the scene and was released after giving a statement. The collision is still under investigation and the cause has not been determined.

Anyone with information or surveillance footage related to this traffic collision is encouraged to contact Murrieta Police Traffic Investigator Ryan Marin at 951200-9756 or rmarin@murrietaca. gov or Traffic Bureau Sergeant Steve Whiddon at 951-461-6323 or swhiddon@murrietaca.gov.

Submitted by Murrieta Police Department.

Six people were transported after a rollover on the I-15 freeway on Saturday, Jan. 6, in Fallbrook.

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MilVet thanks community for a successful year in 2023 helping past and present servicemen and women Tony Ault Staf f Writer The volunteers of MilVet, a nonprofit organization that helps veterans and their families in the community with sending care packages to deployed troops and family assistance to at-home veterans through the year, thanked all in the community for their help in 2023.

Raven Hilden, CEO and founder of MilVet, said the organization, with its headquarters in Murrieta,“Wishes to thank all who came out to assemble military care packages for deployed troops,” in a recent newsletter. MilVet is supporting nearly 200 addresses each and the support came from volunteers, donors and sponsors who make it possible.

“Thank you to the hundreds of volunteers, donors, drop-off locations and sponsors who helped make all of our programs possible in 2023! Your support has helped thousands of deployed troops throughout the year, hundreds of children and countless veterans with services and support. Looking forward to a great 2024 with you!” she said.

She thanked the Grey Legal Group, APC, Pechanga, the Lake Elsinore Elks, Which Wich and the Sun Meadows community who wrote more than 200 Christmas cards to the deployed troops.

Tahquitz High School students and teachers were thanked for creating ceramic ornaments. Many others were thanked for making MilVet’s most recent “Holidays for Heroes” toy giveaway held Dec. 17 at Sky-

dive Perris a success.

The Holidays for Heroes event offered photos with Santa, crafts, letters to the troops, food, hot cocoa, the Grinch, Skydiving Santa and so much more. More than 200 children and their families attended. Each of the children received a bag full of gifts. Many happy memories were made for those service men and women and their families MilVet gave a huge thank you to the many folks and organizations who donated, collected gifts, provided services and volunteered.

Chris at J Dog Hauling helped transport more than a thousand gifts to Skydive Perris.

Looking ahead to MilVet’s new year in 2024, monthly care packaging events will continue with volunteers. Some of last year’s

care packages made their way to some U.S. troops deployed in Poland during the Ukraine War. The most recent packaging event took place Jan. 11 at MilVet Headquarters, 33040 Antelope Road in Murrieta. Another event will take place in February.

MilVets next fundraising event will be held January 20 at the Bertling Ranch Certified Farmers Market at 38855 Batz Road in Hemet. There will be pony rides for children, face painting, a breakfast and barbecue. It begins at 10 a.m.

Next will be an event at the Broken Yolk Cafe at 26495 Temecula Jan. 26 from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. that will offer MilVet 20% of its proceeds for those registered.

MilVet is a charitable nonprofit organization that is dedicated to

connecting community members in need to local, low cost and free comprehensive resources particularly for military members and their families in the community.

The nonprofit actively enriches the lives of veterans, seniors, and families within southwest Riverside County. MilVet’s goal is to strengthen communities and improve the quality of life of all members through communal support.

To assist MilVet or sign up to help see www.milvet.org/donate/p/ january2024 or www.milvet.org/ military-care-packages.

Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

‘Letters to Lorelei’ presentation on family stories, genealogy to take place at the Little Temecula History Center The Temecula Valley Historical Society invites the public to a free presentation by genealogist Laurice Johnson at the Little Temecula History Center at 6 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 29. Her presentation Letters to Lorelei gives practical advice on how to pass down family stories, especially to those family members who may not care about family artifacts, family tree diagrams, or files of genealogical data.

Johnson says, “It was July of 2020. We were in lockdown.... still. COVID-19 was raging across our nation and it occurred to me that as a brand new grandmother, I might not get the chance to tell our precious granddaughter all those stories that I had heard from my grandmothers growing up.

So I decided to write them down in a series of letters to her. The project grew and changed over time and, yes, I am still writing Letters to Lorelei. I’ve come to the conclusion that most of our kids and grandkids will not care too much about that family tree or those files and files of genealogical research, but they will care about the stories. So let’s talk about how to get those wonderful stories captured and preserved so they don’t get lost forever when we’re gone.

My presentation Letters to Lorelei talks about my ongoing project to write down the many family

Genealogist Laurice Johnson began writing letters in order to preserve family stories for future generations.

Valley News/Rebecca Farnbach family collection photo stories (mine, my parents’ and grandparents’) I have collected in a series of letters for my grandchild.

For those not acquainted with genealogy research, this might be more fun - most people really only want to hear the stories and if they aren’t preserved, they’ll be lost.”

The Little Temecula History Center is the red barn next to Kohls at the corner of Redhawk Parkway and Wolf Store Road. The presentation will also be live streamed on the Temecula Valley Historical Society’s Facebook page.

For any questions, please contact Rebecca Farnbach at info@ temeculahistory.org.

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Cox, who has been president since he founded the club, said, “Through my work with Students for Veterans and other extracurricular activities, I have discovered that I am passionate about serving others. I have learned leadership skills, life skills, and most importantly, a deeper appreciation of our veterans who ensure our freedoms as Americans. Additionally, I have learned that Linfield students are fiercely patriotic and eager to support our veterans. My peers have a heart to help others and are ready to serve. I am immensely thankful for all their support.”

Bailey said her organization is grateful for the partnership they have forged with Linfield students and hopes to see more community involvement from others. “We are currently facing a critical need for donations,” she said. “Although we have a warehouse full of kits, we lack the necessary funds to ship them out. The current economic conditions have led to reduced donations, and the high cost of freight is posing a significant challenge to our operations.”

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Rose Care FUNdamentals for January 2024

Frank Brines, ARS Master Rosarian Special to the Valley News

Happy New Year—let’s hope for ideal rose growing weather for 2024. We finally got a December with the needed winter chill to help roses have a dormancy period.

This month I’m going to help you get ready for the major latewinter pruning you should do in late January to late February.

(I’ll provide details on pruning in my February column.) To get you started before that, plan to attend a pruning demonstration.

Check the newspaper and nursery websites for one in your area. This will be a great opportunity to get your questions answered and boost your confidence. You can also wish to check local newspapers and nursery websites for additional hands-on pruning classes.

Be patient about getting the itch to start pruning your rose bushes.

As much as you’d like to have blooms as soon as possible, don’t jump the gun! Some gardeners think pruning in December or early January will give them a head start on flower production, but that’s risky. First, even if January brings exceptionally warm air temperatures, the soil will still be quite cold, so the roots (and stems) will not be “revved up” for much active growth—your head start won’t amount to much. Second, and more importantly, if early pruning is followed by a hard frost you’ll probably lose the tender young growth and have to prune again. Will the remaining canes be long enough and have enough stored energy for vigorous spring growth? Will you have enough outward-facing buds? Probably not. Simply stated, pruning too early will set back stem growth and flower production and ruin your chances of strong, well-formed plants.

I think you’ll be able to hold off after experiencing the recent storms that brought plenty of cold rain and near freezing night-time temperatures to the Temecula Valley! The weather forecast for the Temecula Valley (and other inland valleys) for the next two weeks is for chances of rain in most areas and lows in the low to mid 40s, even dropping into the high 30s.

In the Temecula Valley, the last average frost date is March 31, so you’re probably safe pruning any time in February. Of course, it’s always a gamble. The best advice is to watch the weather!

Late-winter pruning resets the plants’ biological clock, acting as a wake-up call to begin a new life cycle. You can expect the first flush of blooms about 10 weeks after pruning. But this month get your tools ready! You need a good pair of sharp “bypass” hand pruners that fit comfortably in your hand.

“Bypass” pruners have a sharp curved cutting blade (which slices through the cane) and a dull curved non-cutting blade (which holds the cane in place during the cut). The sharp blade “bypasses” or slides over the dull curved blade. This is in contrast to pruners that have a sharp flat blade that comes to rest against a flat dull blade; toss those pruners out!

At minimum, also have at least one pair of sturdy loppers handy.

Each size has a maximum diameter it can cut efficiently. Using pruners or loppers that are too small on a too-large cane can damage both the tool and the cane. A hand saw with a narrow blade can also be handy if you have some older plants with large canes that may need to be removed. A “keyhole” saw works well for this.

Clean your tools—and keep them clean! Rubbing alcohol and cotton balls are ideal for cleaning cutting blades, before, during and after the job. This helps prevent disease transmission from plant to plant and you can use it as first aid on your own cuts, scratches, and punctures! (On that note, a good pair of leather gloves are necessary with long sleeves or separate pair of sleeves to protect our arms.) If a major cleaning is needed, use WD40 and 0000 steel wool; if necessary, disassemble and soak for 15 – 30 minutes, wipe clean and reassemble. Lubricate your tools with a light oil such as 3-in-1.

Be prepared for the after pruning task by buying copper fungicide dormant spray now. Dormant spraying roses will help ward off rust and mildew from roses in the coming season.

January and February are excellent months for planting new roses which are in garden centers now.

There are many sources: local nurseries (Armstrong’s, Walter Anderson, Louie’s, and Parkside) and reputable online retailers who specialize in roses. New stock will begin appearing in nurseries this month, and online suppliers usually ship in mid-January. (Does that tell you anything?) But be sure to shop early for the best selection—and if you have access to it, be sure to consult your American Rose Society Buyer’s Guide (which you will receive with your annual ARS membership or renewal). Still, one can usually wait until March to plant and still expect the roots to form relationships with beneficial soil fungi and become showstoppers as early as May, well ahead of the summer heat. Potted rose bushes are best for these late plantings.

Roses offered for sale are rated by quality. You want only #1 roses—they are the surest guarantee of success, with all horticultural methods employed to provide satisfaction—don’t waste your time and money on anything lower. Higher quality plants have a higher chance of success, require less effort, and acclimate faster.

Also, the cost of any rose is a very small fraction of what you will eventually invest in that plant over the years in water, fertilizer, pest control, and effort, so why not start with a first-quality plant?

Roses may come to you “bare root,” potted, or packaged. Bare root plants are just that, usually packed in wood chips to keep the roots damp and viable. They are slow to thrive and it’s best to get them early and plant immediately so they have the maximum amount of time to become established.

(When you acquire a bare root rose, be sure to soak its roots in water for 24 hours, then plant promptly.) Packaged roses are the slowest to thrive as they have been drastically root pruned to fit into the plastic sleeves. Potted roses make the quickest and most successful transition to the garden, but they also tend to be more expensive and not as plentiful in selection, and I’ve detected that many nurseries will pot up bare root plants immediately upon arrival to stores so inspect those selections. But as I said, the initial cost will pale against what you put into the plant in the years to come.

So, spend this month getting ready for “The Big Prune” and I will provide guidance on that all-important annual task in the February column.

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For January, it’s important to get your tools ready for late-winter pruning, such as bypass pruners.

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More than one-third of Christmas tree home fires occur in January

RIVERSIDE COUNTY – More than one-third, or 34%, of U.S. home fires involving Christmas trees occur in January. With this post-holiday fire hazard in mind, the National Fire Protection Association encouraged everyone to keep the festive memories and remove the hazards by disposing of Christmas trees promptly after the holiday season.

“As much as we all enjoy the look and feel of Christmas trees in our homes, they’re large combustible items that have the potential to result in serious fires,” Lorraine Carli, vice president of outreach and advocacy at NFPA, said. “The longer Christmas trees remain in homes, the longer they present a risk.”

Carli said that fresh Christmas trees, which continue to dry out and become more flammable over time, are involved in a much larger share of reported Christmas tree fires than artificial trees.

According to the latest statistics from NFPA, there was an estimated annual average of 150 home structure fires that began with Christmas trees, resulting in one civilian death, 10 civilian injuries and $14 million in direct

property damage between 2017 and 2021. Overall, fires that begin with Christmas trees represent a very small but notable part of the U.S. fire problem, considering that they are generally in use for a short time each year.

To safely dispose of a Christmas tree, NFPA recommended using the local community’s recycling program, if possible; trees should not be put in the garage or left outside. NFPA also offered these tips for safely removing lighting and decorations to ensure that they remain in good condition.

Use the gripping area on the plug when unplugging electrical decorations. Never pull the cord to unplug any device from an electrical outlet, as it can harm the wire and insulation of the cord, increasing the risk for shock or electrical fire.

As you pack up light strings, inspect each line for damage, throwing out any sets that have loose connections, broken sockets or cracked or bare wires.

Wrap each set of lights and put them in individual plastic bags or wrap them around a piece of cardboard.

Store electrical decorations in a

dry place away from children and pets where they will not be damaged by water or dampness.

For more information on home fire safety all winter long, visit https://www.nfpa.org/ education-and-research/homefire-safety/put-a-freeze-on-winter-fires?l=111, a winter safety campaign NFPA promotes annually with the U.S. Fire Administration.

Founded in 1896, NFPA is a global, self-funded, nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the NFPA mission. For more information, visit http://www.nfpa.org. All NFPA codes and standards can be viewed online for free at http:// www.nfpa.org/freeaccess.

Submitted by National Fire Protection Association.

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Pechanga continues tradition through 2024 Pow Wow

Pow wow dancers enter the arena during the three day Pechanga Pow Wow, Jan. 7.

A drum member sings and helps provide the beat for dancers at the Pechanga Pow Wow. Valley News/Shane Gibson photos Ava Sarnowski Writer Native American gatherings, otherwise known as Pow Wows, involve American Indians coming together to perform, out of the desire to celebrate their ancestral histories, and reconnect with different tribes. From Jan. 5 through 7, the Pechanga Pow Wow brought forward an authentic display of Native American culture and heritage, while simultaneously functioning as a learning opportunity for attendees of all ages.

Native American foods, such as fry bread and buffalo burgers, were provided by vendors. The first day of the Pow Wow was accompanied

by a fireworks show, held in the evening. Stretching across all three days of the event, American Indians performed through both song and dance, be it for the contests or as special demonstrations.

Contestants were broken down into varying categories, and the winners were announced during the final day of the Pow Wow. The dancers, young or old, were capable of winning up to $1,000.

Many of the visiting participants were attired in their own tribe’s garments and headdresses when they took to the center of the ballroom. Depending on the nature of the dance, many of the American Indians would hold hands and move in a circular motion or travel

A young pow wow dancer circles around the arena during a grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow. across the space by twirling and articulating footwork. All of the dances were accompanied by the continuous beat of different drum circles and passionate chanting.

Pow wow dancers circle the arena during the grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

The singing contest, which was composed of specifically invited contestants from differing tribes, gave tribal individuals the chance to win upwards of $14,000. Many

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CHILDREN’S EVENTS Jan. 12 to Jan. 17 - Rotary Club of Murrieta inviting high schoolers to speak and vie for prize money in its Four-Way Speech Contest in the Rotary District 5330 competition. Must write about things we think, say or do: Is it the TRUTH, Is it FAIR to all concerned?Will it build GOODWILL and BETTER FRIENDSHIPS? Will it be BENEFICIAL to all concerned? Entries must be submitted by Wednesday, January 17, 2024 for the Murrieta contest which will be held at 6 p.m. on January 31, 2024 at the Murrieta Valley Unified District Headquarters, 41870 McAlby Court, Murrieta. The entry application and contest rules can be requested by email at murrietarotary@gmail.com.

Jan. 12 - Winter Break activities at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Inland Valley at the Perris Valley clubhouse , 904 S. D Street and the Menifee clubhouse at 26301 Garbani Road in Menifee. Annual memberships open for $25 with weekly rates at $115 and the daily rate at $25. Call 951-940-5888 for Perris and 951-246- 8845 for Menifee.

COMMUNITY EVENTS Jan. 12 - Sign up for the Murrieta City Hall Citizens Academy starting February, 3, 2024 and on Thursday nights through March 21. Limited to the first 25 to sign up. Hear from all the Murrieta City departments and the City Manager’s office about what they do and how they impact the community and the chance to meet community leaders. Special accommodations may be made for participants under the age of 18.

Early registration is encouraged. To sign up and for more information please visit https://www.murrietaca. gov/945/Citizens-Academy or call 951-461-6449.

Jan. 13 – 6 p.m. The Traveling Wilburys tribute band will be stopping at the Historic Hemet Theater at 216 E. Florida Ave. in Hemet for an engagement kicking off the theater’s spring tribute band events. Call 951-859-5950 for tickets and information. See www.

HistoricHemetTheater.com.

Jan. 15-20 - 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (may vary )Martin Luther King, Jr., Days of Service with the City of Temecula partnering with the Community Mission of Hope for a weeklong food drive. An opportunity to provide food for underserved people and learn different ways to get involved with the community whether it be with the City of Temecula or other local nonprofit organizations. All donations will go directly to CMOH to support their vital programs that provide food and assistance to families in need.

Jan. 18 - 4:30 p.m. Family Arcade (meets monthly – Ages 3 to 12 years) Located at The Lab at the Murrieta Public Library, 8 Town Square, Murrieta.

Jan. 18 - 5-9 p.m. Murrieta Downtown Market Nights by Murrieta Downtown Merchants and Property Owners Assn. between Juniper and Washington Streets.

Many local vendors and businesses participate every first and third Thursday of each month.

Memberships and Murrieta vendors welcome $50 to $25. See DowntownMurrieta@gmail.com.

Location, 24810 Washington Ave. Murrieta, CA. 9256 Jan. 20 - 9:30 a.m. Menifee Valley Historical Association and Museum will have a presentation on the McCall family and the legacy they left behind. Meeting is at the Antelope-Menifee Rural Center on Haun Road, just north of Garbani Road. Visit www.menifeehistory. com for more information.

Jan. 25 - 6 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Pro Football Trivia Night at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library 30600 Pauba Road, Temecula.With the biggest game in sports right around the corner, come test your knowledge of the gridiron The top three contestants will win a prize, but only one can be crowned champion. Pizza, treats, and drinks are on us! All participants are encouraged to wear their favorite jerseys and represent their team with pride.

Face paint is optional. Sponsored by the Friends of the Temecula Libraries. Advance registration begins two weeks prior to scheduled programs and events. Please register at the library reception desk or by calling 951- 693-8900.

Jan. 27 - 8 a.m. to noon Free

Waste Drop-off and Shredding Event for Murrieta Residents at the Murrieta City Hall Parking Lot, 1 Town Square, Murrieta. Please bring a valid ID and bill from WM. Participation is not guaranteed, and attendees may be turned away at or before noon, depending on capacity.

Jan. 27 - 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Adult Art Workshop with Art Club middle schoolers at Menifee Public Library, 28798 La Piedra Road, Menifee Jan. 27 - 9 a.m. to noon 2nd annual 3K walk and mixer at Menifee Central Park, 30268 Civic Center Drive, Menifee. Registration free.

See blackchamberofcommerce. org or call Tolanda 888-466-7408 ext. 142 ONGOING – Riverside Transportation Commission is offering Park and Ride lots to connect with carpools, vanpools and transit systems in Beaumont at 600 E. Sixth Street in San Jacinto; at 501 S. San Jacinto Avenue and in Temecula at Grace Presbyterian Church, 31143 Nicolas Road, open from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. but not on weekends.

ONGOING – Line dancing classes are held Wednesdays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Lake Elsinore/ Wildomar Elks Lodge, 33700 Mission Trail, in Wildomar across from the Animal Friends of the Valleys.

Classes have a DJ with learning levels beginning to intermediate.

Have fun and exercise at the same time at $5 per lesson. Contact Joyce Hohenadl at 951-674-2159 ONGOING – Sun City Civic Association Monthly Square Dance sessions are held Sundays from 1:30-5 p.m. at 26850 Sun City Boulevard.

ONGOING – If you know a homebound older adult, resources in Menifee are available, including grab-and-go, cooked and frozen food for pickup. Courtesy pantry items and meals delivered with no contact. Three days of emergency food can be delivered immediately or restaurant meal delivery for those who don’t qualify for food assistance programs. Call the California Department on Aging at 800-5102020 for help.

ONGOING – The Riverside County COVID-19 Business Assistance Grant Program is accepting online applications for business grants up to $10,000 at http://

Crossword Puzzle Theme: Geography 101

ACROSS 1. Village People’s “____ Man” 6. Certain tray content 9. Little bit, in Mexico 13. Ammo in a quiver, sing.

14. Geological Society of America 15. Young eel 16. Song of praise 17. Snowy ____ or great horned ____ 18. Must-haves 19. *Strait between Russia and Alaska 21. *Smallest of the Great Lakes 23. Crime scene evidence 24. Peter the Great, e.g.

25. Consumer-protecting org.

28. Skiing helmet manufacturer 30. Mother-of-pearl, pl.

35. Type of sail, pl.

37. #29 Down anagram 39. Like Raphael’s cherubs 40. Face shape 41. Tie with a morning coat 43. Dwarf buffalo 44. Short version 46. “At ____, soldier” 47. Supposed giant Himalayan 48. Drool 50. Swimming hole 52. D.C. V.I.P. 53. Jim Acosta’s announcement 55. *Baltic ____ 57. *0º latitude 61. *Bay east of India 64. Cuban dance 65. John Keats’ “To Autumn,” e.g.

67. Fortune teller’s card 69. Jeered 70. China’s drinkable export 71. Bird-related 72. Dick and Jane’s dog 73. “Slippery” tree 74. Lean, past tense DOWN 1. *Atlas page 2. Speedy steed 3. First Nation nation 4. Squirrel away 5. Possessing 6. Full of excitement 7. *Opposite of NNE 8. Saintly rings 9. Guilty, e.g.

10. Last word on walkie-talkie 11. Ghana money 12. Guesstimate phrase (2 words) 15. Catch in a snare 20. Nigerian money 22. A Bobbsey twin 24. Steel on boots, pl.

25. *Inlet in Norway 26. Abalone seeker

27. Olden day calculators 29. *Compass ____ 31. TV personality Aiken 32. Ancient Scandinavian characters 33. What actors do 34. *Iberian Peninsula country 36. Serb or Croat 38. Comme ci, comme ça 42. Past or present 45. Group of five 49. Actor DiCaprio 51. Like floss 54. “That’s all she ____” 56. Tequila source

57. Work units 58. Wisecrack 59. Rounded protuberance 60. Aid in crime 61. Show pleasure 62. Cantatrice’s offering 63. Student aid 66. *Tierra ____ Fuego 68. Big bang maker, acr.

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www.rivercobizhelp.org that can be used for employee retention, working capital, personal protective equipment purchases, rent or mortgage payments and paying vendor notices. Eligible businesses, including nonprofits, must be in Riverside County, with a minimum of one but less than 50 employees and operating for at least one year since March 1. For more information, call Riverside County Business and Community Services at 951-955-0493.

ONGOING – 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

The Temecula Winchester Swap Meet continues, 33280 Newport Road in Winchester. Saturdays and Sundays only. The small local swap meet is only 50 cents for entry, and anyone under age 10 is free admission. No dogs allowed.

ONGOING – 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Every Sunday, Murrieta Village Walk Farmers Market is at Village Walk Place in Murrieta. The Sunday morning farmers market at Village Walk Plaza is a place to buy fruits and veggies, gourmet food and crafts. Come to the center in the northwest corner of Kalmia/ Cal Oaks at the Interstate 215 exit in Murrieta.

ONGOING – Temecula’s Farmers Markets are offered in Old Town Temecula Saturdays from 8:30 a.m. to noon, 4100 Main Street in Temecula; at Promenade Temecula, 40640 Winchester Road, outside JCPenney every Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and at Vail Headquarters, 32115 Temecula Parkway, every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

In compliance with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and Riverside County Public Health orders, the farmers markets will be restricted to agriculture products only. Follow the Old Town Temecula Farmers Market on Facebook to stay updated. No pets allowed.

WORKSHOPS, MEETINGS, NOTICES Jan. 12- Valley-Wide Recreation and Park District invites the public to take a survey if they would like to see another recreation center and gymnasium. Take the survey at https://survey.zohopublic/zs/ BwCvs One respondent will receive a $50 gift certificate.

Jan. 12- City of Temecula Adult Sports Leagues Upcoming 2024 Winter / Spring Season Registration Packets Available Online Now. Offering Adult Softball, Kickball, and Basketball Sports Leagues.

Games are held on weekdays from 6 p.m. – 10 p.m. Build your team today. Different skill levels. For more League information, pricing, and to download Team Registration Packets for the various sports leagues, please visit TemeculaCA. gov/Sports.

Jan. 17 - 9 a.m. Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange Small Business Workshop “Selling for Small Business.” This workshop will teach you professional selling skills and techniques to gain customers faster and grow your sales revenue more effectively. Register at bit.ly/3NpPksS. Workshops take place at TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive in Temecula.

Jan. 18 - 9 a.m. Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange Small Business Workshop “Basics of Google Ads.” This workshop will discuss how to: Create a business account on Google; set up an ad campaign; improve performance; and measure success. Register at bit.ly/48gUkIj. Workshops take place at TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive in Temecula.

Jan. 19 - 1-3:30 p.m. Free Family Business Workshop. The Riverside County Office of Economic Development and the California Baptist University Family Business Center would like to invite you to attend a free family business workshop.

CBU Family Business Center Director Dr. Keanon Alderson will present on Family Business Opportunities & Challenges and Solutions to Common Family Business Challenges. The workshop will take place at the Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange at 43200 Business Park Dr. in Temecula.

Register online at https://www. purplepass.com/#u72408/California_Baptist_University.html.

Jan. 23 - 9 a.m. Temecula Valley Entrepreneur’s Exchange Small Business Workshop “CAL OSHA Recordkeeping.” Join us to learn the details and criteria needed to

complete your business’s OSHA 300 logs and more. Register at bit.ly/3RCBupQ. Workshops take place at TVE2, 43200 Business Park Drive in Temecula.

Jan. 28 - 3:30-5 p.m. Knit and Crochet Club meets for teens through adults at the Menifee Public Library, 28798 La Piedra Road, Menifee.

ONGOING – Want to help deployed American troops remotely?

Help shop for the most needed items without leaving home as an easy way to help support deployed men and women by purchasing items remotely and having them delivered to MilVet at designated drop-off locations for packing.

All items on the list are special requests from deployed military men and women. MilVet is a nonprofit organization that holds monthly packaging events at different community locations in the area. For drop-off locations and packaging locations, visit http://www.milvet. org/military-care-packages.

ONGOING – Multiple Sclerosis Support Group Meeting meets the third Monday of each month at the Mary Phillips Senior Center, 41845 Sixth Street, in Temecula from 10 a.m. to noon. For more information, email gaugustin206@gmail.com or join the meeting.

ONGOING – Sons of Norway/ Scandinavia meets at noon the first Saturday of every month, September to June, at the Heritage Mobile Park Clubhouse, 31130 S. General Kearny Road, in Temecula.

ONGOING – Menifee Community Services offers online driver’s education courses for a $21.95 fee.

The course includes animated driving scenarios, instructional videos, sample tests, licensed instructor available to answer questions, DMV-approved certificate of completion with all lectures and exams completed from home. Designed for students and does not include behind-the-wheel instruction or a California driver’s permit. Contact 951-723-3880 or visit the city of Menifee to register at http://www. city of menifee.us.

ONGOING – 10-11:30 a.m.

Michelle’s Place Cancer Resource Center and The Elizabeth Hospice host a virtual support meeting for caregivers every second and fourth week of the month via Zoom. Get helpful tips and learn from others who are also dealing with similar challenges. For more information and to register, contact The Elizabeth Hospice Grief Support Services at 833-349-2054.

ONGOING – Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous, a free 12step recovery program for anyone suffering from food obsession, overeating, undereating or bulimia, has meetings throughout the U.S. and the world. Contact 781-9326300, or for local meetings, call 925-321-0170 or visit http://www. foodaddicts.org.

ONGOING – The Murrieta Garden Club meets each month at the Murrieta Community Center, 41810 Juniper St. Anyone who likes to garden or is interested in plants is welcome. Membership is $10 per year. Find more information about the monthly event or project on Facebook.

ONGOING – Temecula Valley Rose Society meets each month. For more information and new meeting dates and places, visit http://www. temeculavalleyrosesociety.org.

ONGOING – Menifee Toastmasters meets every Thursday at noon for one hour at a designated place to have fun, enhance speaking capabilities, gain self-confidence and improve social skills. For new dates, call 760-807-1323 or visit http://www.MenifeeToastmasters. org for more information.

ONGOING – Homeless veterans can receive free help by dialing 877-424-3838 for 24/7 access to the VA’s services for homeless, at-risk veterans. Chat is confidential for veterans and friends. Visit http:// www.va.gov/homeless.

ONGOING - The Dorland Scribblers meet the second Sunday of each month from 1-3 p.m. at 36701 Highway 79 South, Temecula, CA 92592. We welcome fiction, non-fiction, poets, memoir, and screenwriters. We host writing-craft discussions; attendees may read up to a five minute excerpt from their work for feedback / critique. RSVP at https://www.dorlandartscolony. com/sunday-scribblers.html

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ENTERTAINMENT

Ramona Pageant Movie review: ‘Night Swim’ President’s Gala coming to Bob Garver to the Valley News the Hemet Library Jan. 13 Special For the first time since the Tony Ault Staf f Writer With 2024 already here, plans for the annual Ramona Outdoor Play in Hemet are underway with the upcoming Ramona President’s Gala where the newest Ramona and Alessandro actors will be announced at the Hemet Library Saturday, Jan. 13.

Ramona Pageant President Joe Grindstaff will open the gala at 6 p.m. with the introduction of the many local dignitaries and cast members present along with special guest Dorothy R. Jory and the musical group Arias Troubadours who are celebrating their 100th anniversary with the Ramona Pageant.

The 2024 dates for the Ramona Pageant are tentatively set on April 21, April 27-28 and May 4 and 5,

2024. The Ramona Pageant is an outdoor play about the 1800s romance between a Native American Alessandro and a well-known early California Spanish hacienda owners’ daughter, Ramona.

The play is held in the spacious outdoor Ramona Amphitheater with live animals, actual cowboys, Native American dancers and more than 100 cast members. Tickets are now on sale for the Ramona President’s Gala for $55 at 951658-3111. Seating is limited.

Tickets for the Ramona Pageant in the spring range between $21 and $47 per performance. Some special VIP seating is available.

The Ramona Amphitheater ticket office is at 27400 Ramona Bowl Drive, Hemet.

Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

Pro football trivia night to be hosted at Temecula library

TEMECULA – Are you a diehard football fan or perhaps just a casual enjoyer? With the biggest game in sports right around the corner, come test your knowledge of the gridiron with trivia that will truly challenge your football mettle during Pro Football Trivia Night Thursday, Jan. 25, from 6-7:30 p.m. at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library, 30600 Pauba Road, in Temecula.

The top three contestants will win a prize, but only one can be crowned champion.

Come enjoy a night full of fun with fellow football fanatics as we approach the biggest game of the year. Pizza, treats, and drinks

are on us. All participants are encouraged to wear their favorite jerseys and represent their team with pride. Face paint is optional.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Temecula Libraries. Advance registration begins two weeks before scheduled programs and events.

Register at the library reception desk or by calling 951-693-8900.

For a full list of programs and offerings at the Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library, visit http://TemeculaCA.gov/Library and follow @TemeculaLibrary on social media for updates.

Submitted by Ronald H. Roberts Temecula Public Library.

pandemic, January means the release of a terrible horror movie in “Night Swim.”

Actually, the pandemic only really affected January horror in 2021. It’s just that with January 2022 bringing us that nifty “Scream” reboot and January 2023 giving the world the instantly-iconic “M3GAN,” I can’t say that the horror in those years was terrible. But now we’re back to January being a dumping ground for pathetic leftovers that couldn’t cut it at Halloween.

Following a perfunctory kid-gets-taken opening, we’re introduced to the Waller family. Like many families at the openings of horror movies, they’re looking for a new house. Father Ray (Wyatt Russell) had his baseball career cut short by a case of multiple sclerosis and the family needs a place where they can put down roots while he figures out the next chapter in his life. They decide against a house that suits his medical needs and instead pick one where he falls and injures himself in the backyard pool upon first visiting. I was ready to attack the believability of this decision, but then I remembered that my parents still live in the house where I burned my finger on an active iron on our first walk-through.

Some extensive repairs and bad experiences with brown water later, and the pool is ready to go.

Ray benefits from it the most as he engages in water therapy. The spring-fed water is helping his body heal remarkably well, and he may even be able to salvage his baseball career. Too bad everyone else isn’t enjoying the pool as much. Mother Eve (Kerry Con-

sition late in the film, but it’s so nonsensical that the entire sequence could have been cut and I would have respected the movie for its brevity.

One of the film’s few critical defenders (in that she gave it a somewhat positive two-and-a-half-star review) is Christy Lemire of RogerEbert.com, who says that the pool “eats” people. No wonder she halfway likes the movie, that’s a pleasing justification: the pool needs to eat, that’s why it’s so malevolent. But no, that’s not what the pool is doing.

It’s sucking people into an alternate dimension and they can never return home, but I’m not getting “eaten” from that. If the pool is meant to be eating people, then the movie is doing such a bad job of communicating this Valley News/Courtesy photo concept that I feel the need to argue with a professional don) thinks she sees someone in critic saying that it is.

The problems with “Night the pool, but everyone is in bed.

Son Elliot (Gavin Warren) hears Swim” go far beyond the pool the voice of the girl from the open- itself. This is a bland, unoriginal ing and something grabs his hand horror movie with dull characters while swimming. Daughter Izzy and even duller scares. There’s a (Amelie Hoeferle) is attacked by a scene late in the film where a vilzombie-like creature and is pulled lain is stalking a protagonist and into an alternate dimension below calls out, “Marco!” After a few the floor of the pool. So… haunted forced moments of suspense, the villain pops out and yells, “You’re pool movie.

It’s not that I’m opposed to the supposed to say ‘Polo!’” The film idea of a haunted swimming pool. thinks that five-word, six-syllable I’ve enjoyed plenty of haunted phrase makes for an effective jump house movies, it doesn’t matter scare. That’s this movie’s sense of that this one localizes things in timing in a nutshell. Even though the backyard. Plus, a pool has a I don’t think the pool of “Night size advantage on any human vil- Swim” eats its victims, I do invite lain, as well as any beast smaller the movie overall to eat me.

Grade: D than a kaiju. But if the pool is to “Night Swim” is rated PG-13 be considered a character, then it’s a badly-written one. Its motiva- for terror, some violent content tions and rules are murkier than and language. Its running time is the sludge stuck in its filter. We 98 minutes.

Contact Bob Garver at rrg251@ supposedly get some answers in a goofy, hurried scene of expo- nyu.edu.

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COMMUNITY POW WOW from page B-1 sat around their drums while chanting as a unit.

The Pow Wow’s Masters of Ceremonies were Bart Powaukee and Howie Thomson. Mark Macarro, Tribal Chairman of Pechanga Band of Indians, on the final day of the event, thanked everyone for sharing their energy, customs, and for making the event so positive.

The Pow Wow concluded with a final prayer. To learn about upcoming entertainment at Pechanga Resort Casino, visit https://www. pechanga.com.

Ava Sarnowski can be reached by email at valleystaff@reedermedia.com.

[Left] Pow wow dancers present the flags during the Pechanga Pow Wow grand entry.

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A drum group place their hands on a drum before singing native songs at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

Smokeytown Drum of the Menominee tribe in Wisconsin perform as pow wow dancers circle the arena at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

Pow wow dancers circle the arena during the grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow. Colorful costumes hightlight the grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

Pow wow dancers fill the arena during the grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

A young pow wow dancer enters the arena during the grand entry at the Pechanga Pow Wow.

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Food carries health risks Shelby Ramsey Special to the Valley News

Did you ever stop to think that every bite of food you eat comes with its own set of health risks?

Given that studies have indicated we spend a little over one hour a day eating – isn’t it worth educating yourself on best practices, as well as tuning in to how restaurants approach crafting your meals?

What you put in your mouth today has gone through several stages: It has been grown, watered, touched, picked, lugged, transported, refrigerated, frozen, prepped, cleaned, cooked and finally consumed. In many cases, your food has also been treated for pests or injected with hormones to promote growth.

It goes through a lot of hands, a lot of unknowns, and into a lot of empty stomachs waiting.

Dr. Arun Bhunia, Professor of Molecular Food Microbiology, Chair of the Food Science Graduate Program at Purdue University, is an expert on food safety risks.

He has received numerous awards throughout his career and is Editor-in-Chief of Foods.

Dr. Bhunia said the biggest thing we need to understand about food safety risks is, “Cross contamination is what I would consider as the No. 1.”

What is cross contamination?

The USDA defines cross contamination as “the transfer of harmful bacteria to foods from other foods, cutting boards, and utensils and it happens when they are not handled properly.”* This is especially the case when handling raw: • Poultry • Eggs • Seafood • Meat “Keep these foods and their juices away from already readyto-eat foods and fresh products.”* Why should you wash your hands after handling these raw items?

“You could become ill … because anything you touch afterwards could become contami-

Valley News/Courtesy photo nated.”* Picking up an apple to eat after transitioning raw chicken to a skillet is a perfect example.

No one is immune from foodborne illness. While it’s “relatively common and not generally life threatening, it can seriously compromise the health” of various populations.

The most common cause of foodborne illness?

Norovirus. Yet, “Salmonella is the most frequently reported cause of foodborne illness.”** “The Department of Defense published its Food Safety and Quality Assurance Action Levels” which “represents the maximum acceptable limits for each test” for all “food analysis laboratories, commercial audits, food defense, and food and water risk assessments.”*** The tests determine “the gross number of microbes for each of those products,” Bhunia stated.

“When you talk about microbiology cross contamination, different pathogens have different standards.” So for three that we are all familiar with, the microbiological general parameters are as follows: E. coli 157:H7 – there is a zero tolerance Salmonella – there is a zero tolerance Listeria monocytogenes – there is a zero tolerance What’s the goal?

“Keep the microbiology levels below our standard,” Bhunia continued. This is to keep us safe and healthy.

In cheeses, there are several subcategories based on how cheese is made and the type of milk used. One common denominator is testing for: Staphylococcal enterotoxins The CDC states that “staph food poisoning is characterized by a

sudden start of nausea, vomiting and stomach cramps.” Diarrhea is common and symptoms start within 30 minutes to 8 hours.

Salmonella The CDC states that “symptoms usually begin 6 hours to 6 days after infection and last 4 to 7 days.” Diarrhea, fever and stomach cramps are the most likely symptoms.

Listeria monocytogenes The CDC states “the bacteria are most likely to sicken people who are pregnant and their newborns, adults aged 65 or older, and people with weakened immune systems.”

E. coli The CDC states that people start feeling sick 3 to 4 days after they have been infected. Symptoms of stomach cramps, bloody diarrhea, and vomiting.

“You do not want pathogens to be in your food,” Bhunia stated.

“If it is not a specific pathogen overall, what you look for is microbiological quality. There is no one answer for all foods, so it is hard to give a broad picture.”

It is reassuring to know that, in the U.S., our government agencies have strict measures in place to prevent foodborne disease and maintain our health. *https://www.fsis.usda.gov/ news-events/events-meetings/ food-safety-education-monthpreventing-cross-contamination **https://www.purdue.edu/ ehps/rem/worker/Personal%20 Safety/food.html ***Appendix O – Department of Defense Food Safety and Quality Assurance Action Levels, Dec. 1, 2009, Ver. 2 Shelby Ramsey is a health journalist and publisher of https:// healthierbodies.com.

RSV can impact adults too. Here’s what to know

Valley News/Yaroslav Astakhov/iStock via Getty Images Plus try not to touch your face with unwashed hands as that is a common route for infections to occur.

For more information and prevention resources, and to learn your risk for RSV complications, visit Lung.org/RSV. “I know how important it is, living with asthma, to reduce my likelihood of getting sick with a respiratory infection,” Michele shares. “If there is a way to help prevent getting that sick again, I’m in.”

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The American Lung Association’s campaign to educate people living in the United States about RSV in adults is supported in part by a grant from GSK. As part of the campaign, they are sharing patient insights, along with information about the risk of severe complications from RSV, and steps people can take to help protect themselves.

Risk Factors Adults 65 years and older are at higher risk of RSV that can be severe and even life threatening.

Also at high risk are adults with chronic heart or lung disease, and adults with weakened immune systems. RSV in some cases may worsen asthma or COPD symptoms, lead to pneumonia or bronchiolitis, or even result in congestive heart failure. Adults at high risk need to be especially vigilant during RSV season, which is occurring in the United States right now.

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• When possible, stay away from individuals who are sick with respiratory infections to reduce your chance of becoming ill.

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Soboba Casino Resort begins 2024 with new general manager Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians Special to the Valley News Hemet resident and Soboba Tribal member Jason Cozart was selected as the new general manager of the Soboba Casino Resort recently, ringing in the new year.

He began working for the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians in 1995 and spent most of the past 28 years working in some capacity for the Soboba Casino.

“I have spent time in bingo, security and slots, but the bulk of my career was spent in Table Games,” Cozart, 46, said. “I have held front line, supervisory, managerial and director level positions along the way.”

He assumed the position of assistant general manager in 2017 and was heavily involved in the design and construction of the new property as well as the opening of the resort in February 2019. He earned his bachelor’s degree in business with a focus on general management.

“The experience and knowledge I have gained over the past couple of decades has certainly helped prepare me to take on this role, but I am constantly striving to learn and develop in all areas of the operation,” Cozart said.

Jason Cozart is the new general manager of Soboba Casino Resort.

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He said a huge factor in his moving into the assistant general manager position, as well as his current general manager position, was establishing a strong foundation for the organization and the Tribe as a whole.

“I wanted to be part of building a legacy for future generations of not only our Tribe, but for the neighboring communities as well,” he said.

“I also just enjoy working in the gaming industry. This industry is full of excitement and is in many ways on the cutting edge of technology, hospitality and entertainment.”

Cozart said one of the biggest responsibilities he has is making sure the SCR team has the tools they need to provide an excellent gaming and entertainment experience to all customers.

“I’m involved in every aspect of the business from budgeting to analysis and planning, as well as execution of casino operations,” he said. “I have a significant amount of influence on casino operations.

Most importantly, I have an extremely talented team of individuals at every single level in the organization that also influences the direction of casino operations.”

He said the business will always be about people and that the team is always looking for opportunities

to create unique experiences for guests. Whether it’s simply entertainment, or a customized event for groups of all sizes, they are prepared to provide fun and excitement for everyone who comes through the doors.

Cozart doesn’t just work at the casino; he works very closely with all aspects of the Soboba Casino Resort.

“The hotel and golf course are critical to providing a top-notch gaming and hospitality experience,” he said. “We are looking forward to expanding amenities in both of these areas.”

In early 2024, a new pickleball facility will be opening to the public, and Cozart said the team is looking forward to hosting leagues, tournaments and charity events at its Soboba Springs Golf Course location.

“Being part of building a future for my Tribe is absolutely my favorite part of working here,” he said.

“Knowing that what I am doing will benefit future generations is extremely rewarding and provides a sense of purpose that I’m not sure I would find elsewhere. I am excited to see what lies ahead for the Soboba Casino Resort as well as the Soboba Band of Luiseño Indians.”

RCWD, EVMWD finalists for ACWA communications award Joe Naiman Writer The Rancho California Water District and the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District were both finalists for this year’s Huell Howser Excellence in Communications Award.

The annual award honors exceptional communications and outreach programs developed and implemented by water agencies and is presented at the Association of California Water Agencies’ fall conference. Rancho Water was nominated for its Rancho15 Drought Outreach Campaign which sought to and successfully achieved a 15% reduction in water usage. The EVMWD nomination was for the district’s outreach program to homeowners’ associations. The ACWA fall confer-

ence took place Tuesday through Thursday, Nov. 28-30, 2023 in Indian Wells. The award winner was announced Thursday, Nov. 30, and a representative from each nominated agency participated in a Wednesday, Nov. 29 panel.

“It was just a very good honor,” Haley Munson, water efficiency coordinator of EVMWD, said.

“We’re really so thankful to be acknowledged by ACWA,” Kimy Wall, public information officer of RCWD, said.

Four districts were finalists for the 2023 Huell Howser Excellence in Communications Award. The Irvine Ranch Water District won the award for that district’s water efficiency campaign video series which featured water-efficient and California native landscaping.

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in Alameda County and Contra Costa County, was nominated for its Centennial Campaign which provided the district’s history and current activities through a multi-layered, eight-week communications campaign.

The EVMWD campaign worked with homeowners’ association managers and landscapers. The program built relationships with the representatives of homeowners’ associations and informed them of rebate opportunities for water efficiency programs.

“A big part of our outreach is building awareness,” Munson said.

The EVMWD service area has approximately 50 homeowners’ associations.

“Every HOA is a little different,” Munson said.

For some properties, the homeowners’ association also manages front yards. The target of the other homeowners’ associations was shared spaces. In many cases the homeowners’ association representative was unaware of rebate programs, and the EVMWD campaign increased applications by 16%.

The Huell Howser Excellence in Communications Award nomination was the first for the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District since 2020.

“It definitely was a huge honor,” Munson said. “It’s further justification of our hard efforts.”

In 2020, when the East Bay Municipal Water District won what was then called the Huell Howser Best in Blue Award for that district’s public safety power shutoffs outreach campaign, the Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District was a finalist for the EVMWD per and polyfluoroalkyl

substances outreach campaign; PFAS levels were responsible for the district’s Canyon Lake Reservoir being taken out of service.

The Huell Howser Excellence in Communications Award nomination was the second consecutive for the Rancho California Water District, whose 2022 nomination was for its “Journey of Water” video series which educates district customers about where their water originates and notes the reasons for infrastructure projects and associated rate changes.

The Eastern Municipal Water District was last a finalist in 2018 and received the nomination for the EMWD water bottle filling station project which partnered with schools and local governments to provide filling stations at schools, parks, and community centers within the EMWD service area.

The Rancho15 Drought Outreach Campaign which gave Rancho Water a 2023 nomination was initiated in 2022 during a drought period. The Rancho15 Drought Outreach Campaign utilized the district website and social media as well as traditional communications methods such as an educational video for students and public workshops.

Information was also available at the district’s Temecula Murrieta In Bloom demonstration garden.

“What the campaign was around was simple ways to reduce water use,” Wall said. “We kept it simple.”

The water conservation tips included indoor usage such as washing full loads of laundry and turning off the faucet when applying toothpaste as well as outdoor tips such as watering plants for a minute less.

The name of the campaign reflects a desire to reduce outdoor water usage by 15%.

“It was a really great success.

We got a 16% reduction in outdoors water use,” Wall said.

The Excellence in Communication Case Studies panel with representatives from the four nominated agencies was a 75-minute session.

“It’s wonderful to see everyone come up with ways to save water,” Wall said.

“It was just a really great opportunity,” Munson said of being on the panel.

The Elsinore Valley Municipal Water District has approximately 40,000 connections and provides water to a population of approximately 155,000. The Rancho California Water District has approximately 45,000 accounts which provide water to approximately 150,000 residential, commercial, industrial and agricultural users.

Huell Howser hosted the Public Broadcasting Service’s “California Gold” series and first became acquainted with California water issues during his “California Gold” series when he was invited to visit the California River Aqueduct tunnel through Mount San Jacinto while the aqueduct was closed for maintenance. He partnered with ACWA for a PBS series on California water which presented various water issues of the state in a non-political style intended to entertain as well as educate Californians. Howser died in January 2013.

Joe Naiman can be reached by email at jnaiman@reedermedia. com.

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Rancho Water receives finance award for excellence in budget preparation

Temecula Chamber announces 2024 board of TEMECULA.— The Govern- governments throughout North est standards of governmental directors

ment Finance Officers Association has awarded the Rancho California Water District the GFOA Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for significant achievement in governmental budgeting. This is the 17th year that Rancho Water has received this award.

The GFOA plays a pivotal role in advancing excellence in government finance by providing best practices, professional development, and resources for public agencies. As a leading authority in the field, GFOA recognizes entities that exemplify outstanding budgeting practices.

Award recipients must show exemplary effort to improve the quality of budgeting and provide an excellent example for other

America. To attain this distinguished award, Rancho Water adhered to nationally recognized guidelines, demonstrating that its budget presentation met the following criteria: A comprehensive policy document A strategic financial plan An operational guide An effective communications device “As a recipient of this award for nearly two decades, Rancho Water is honored once again to receive this award from GFOA,” said Kathy Naylor, Rancho Water Chief Financial Officer. “This recognition represents our unwavering commitment to transparency, fiscal responsibility, and the high-

budgeting. Rancho Water remains dedicated to providing exemplary financial stewardship as we continue to serve our community with integrity and excellence.”

With over 1,700 participants in the Budget Awards Program, Rancho Water’s achievement stands out as a testament to its dedication to fiscal responsibility and transparent financial management. The most recent Budget Award recipients, along with their corresponding budget documents, can be accessed on GFOA’s website at gfoa.org.

Submitted by Rancho California Water District.

Scorpion Backhoe given EMWD contract for Calle Medusa sewer repair Kim Kelliher from Grapeline Wine Tours and Stryder Transportation Joe Naiman Writer Scorpion Backhoe, Inc., was given the Eastern Municipal Water District construction contract for the Calle Medusa sewer and access road emergency repair project.

The EMWD board voted 3-0 January 3, with Jeff Armstrong and Randy Record absent, to award Scorpion Backhoe a $296,810 construction contract.

The action also amended existing contracts with Helix Environmental Services, Inc., which will provide the needed environmental services during the construction phase, and with Inland Foundation Engineering, Inc., which will provide geotechnical services. The board authorized total new appropriations of $427,119, which brings the total project appropriations to $630,082.

The Calle Medusa sewer provides service to approximately 700 residences in the Solana Vista, Tierra Brisa, and Saddlewood homeowners’ association neighborhoods in the City of Temecula. The sewer alignment originates at Calle Medusa within the homeowners’ association neighborhoods and crosses undeveloped land adjacent to an unnamed creek before discharging into a sewer within Nicolas Road.

The gravity sewer ten inches in diameter was installed in 1991.

Recent storms caused erosion and migration of the creek, which impacted the sewer access road and also created the risk of exposing the sewer and creating potential damage. EMWD staff requested an emergency repair project to expedite replacement of the soil and to install riprap which would protect the existing sewer and restore the maintenance access road.

The June 7 EMWD meeting included awarding a $125,963 contract to Helix Environmental Planning, which is headquartered in La Mesa, for environmental services. The repair work requires coordination with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the Regional Water Quality Control Board, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife for the necessary permits to support the emergency repair activities. The amendment approved January 3 adds $30,210 to the contract while including the construction phase in the scope of work to create a total contract amount of $156,173. The tasks in the construction phase cover site preparation, hydroseeding, a 120-day plant establishment period, and revegetation monitoring.

The June 7 action authorized EMWD general manager Joe

Mouawad or his designee to execute necessary design contracts or other agreements. Inland Foundation Engineering, whose office is in San Jacinto, provided geotechnical services for design of the access road repair. The additional $35,825 in the amended contract creates a total contract amount of $44,125. The services will include soils testing for verification of cement mix design and onsite observation and testing of soil cement mixing.

EMWD staff solicited bids on Oct. 20. Two bids were received by the November 20 deadline, but TK Construction of San Bernardino has other projects and priced their bid high enough to justify an emergency project of that scope.

Scorpion Backhoe, which is based in Hemet, bid $296,810.

The engineer’s estimate was $350,000. Scorpion Backhoe has contracted with Eastern since 2004 and past projects have met the district’s satisfaction.

The additional appropriations also cover inspection costs, internal labor, and a $29,681 contingency.

The construction is expected to be complete by April with post-construction restoration anticipated to be complete in May. Joe Naiman can be reached at jnaiman@reedermedia.com.

will serve as 2024 Chair of the Board for the Temecula Valley Valley News/Courtesy photo Chamber of Commerce.

TEMECULA – The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce announced the 2024 board of directors, which will be led by Chair of the Board and Legacy Partner Kim Kelliher from Grapeline Wine Tours and Stryder Transportation.

The 2024 executive board of directors includes Jackie Steed from BigBlock Realty as first vice chair and Esther Phahla from Esther N. Phahla CPA, APC as second vice chair. Robert Rosenstein from the Law Offices of Rosenstein & Associates is the executive board’s treasurer, and Tammy Marine from Habitat for Humanity Inland Valley will serve as secretary.

The 2024 board of directors are Brian Connors, Adam Eventov, Jonathan Jean-Marie, Dave Lester, Andrew Masiel, Cherise Manning, Erik McLeod, Julie Ngo, Paul Nolta, Al Rubio, Sebastian Sidi,

Tom Somers, Jim Toth, Darlene Wetton, Corinna York and Becky Young.

President and CEO is Brooke Nunn from the Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce.

The chamber thanked outgoing board members BJ Fazeli, Jeff Kurtz, Mike Noon and Akash Patel for their years of dedication and service.

The Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit organization based in Temecula.

Its mission is to partner with the business community to “connect people, solve business challenges and support business-friendly initiatives.”

To learn more, visit http://www. temecula.org.

Submitted by Temecula Valley Chamber of Commerce.

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Review of all things Real Estate: Happy 2024, news you might find interesting

Bob Hillery CR Proper ties Good January day readers, I hope this week’s article finds everyone happy and healthy with the anticipation of a pleasant and prosperous 2024. Today’s article will hit some wavetops because there hasn’t been significant real estate activity to discuss lately.

First and foremost, in response to inquiries, yes, we did get married over the holidays. The former Miss Dianna Branch and I exchanged vows at a smallish back-

yard ceremony on Friday, Dec. 22.

It was super cool as Dianna’s son Peter Hallock officiated and Dianna’s daughter Lila Hargrove was her Matron of Honor while my son Robert Hillery was my best man.

The weather was great as was the food, beverages and music plus most of our children and grandchildren were in attendance.

It was a grand day and we both feel so blessed.

We took a brief honeymoon to Prescott, Arizona, where we have interest in purchasing a second home as an Air B&B. I have now developed greater empathy for out-of-area buyers who want to purchase in the Fallbrook area because, even with requisite map study, it is difficult to put everything into perspective.

The house we liked was on the market one day and the entire day had appointments lined up, so we knew that it would be a competitive situation and that we would have to be aggressive to win. We offered 1% over the asking price and a short escrow since it’s a vacant property so we figured that would appeal to the seller.

It turns out that we were close, but we were not the winner so we are now in back-up position. But it was a good drill to have gone through and experience. I have written in the past that properly priced properties sell and for sellers to let the market bid it up, and we witnessed that.

The other thing was despite the higher interest rate than we had been accustomed to (remember, marry the house but date the rate) the monthly payment with a 20% down loan at 6.90% was not as startling as I was concerned about.

The takeaway is if you can afford the monthly payment then purchase the property with the anticipation that mortgage interest rates will likely come down (remember, this is an election year), but in all likelihood prices are not going to come down unless the economy totally crashes as the author I cited last week said needs to happen.

That is a segue to the author Harry Dent whom I referenced and apparently my remarks were not filled with full confidence and admiration as I got some feedback that I didn’t sound like a fan. Recall

that Dent and his team use models to make their predictions.

Their website and YouTube videos indicated that the U.S. economy fit all the characteristics for their 90-year crash model and their 45-year crash model. Okay, but can models predict a worldwide pandemic or the invasion of an independent nation by an aggressive neighbor? Can models predict terrorist attacks? All of these occurrences will definitely affect the world and our domestic economies.

Perhaps that is why I am less than enthusiastic about their advice to leave the stock and real estate markets and go to cash or get into bitcoins. Cash during a high inflation period is a loser because there is no appreciation, no income or rise in value to offset the value loss to inflation.

Bitcoin value fluctuates and there is the added concern that there is no country government standing behind that currency.

The U.S. dollar came off the gold standard in 1971 so now it is called fiat money. Fiat means faith and we, along with the rest of the world

(since the U.S. dollar is the world standard) have faith in the U.S. Government that our currency will continue to have value.

There is no country government to ensure the value of bitcoin. Yes, that is part of Dent’s thesis that the government guarantees are part of the reason that the U.S. economy is going to fail. But I submit, if our government leaders would make the deliberate decision to curtail wanton, undisciplined spending, that government guarantees of our currency would be a significantly lesser concern.

Lastly, the market activity indicator needle stands at 46, a 3% rise over last week. However, since we only have 59 active listings, market irregularities can skew the statistics. The average price per square foot is $446; median list price is $1,250,000 and average Days on Market is 116; 32% of the inventory had price reductions while 5% increased their prices.

All this data tells me there are certainly overpriced units in our market because properly priced properties sell.

Schuler Constructors to replace EMWD’s Hemet Water Filtration Plant filters

Joe Naiman Writer

The Eastern Municipal Water District board awarded Schuler Constructors, Inc., the EMWD contract to replace the automatic self-cleaning strainer filters at the Hemet Water Filtration Plant.

The board’s 3-0 vote January 3, with Jeff Armstrong and Randy Record absent, approved a $282,568 contract with Schuler Constructors. The motion also approved a $36,750 contract with SPEC Services, Inc., for engineering services during construction, authorized EMWD general manager Joe Mouawad to issue contracts with necessary suppliers and engineering support consultants, and approved new appropriations of $489,000 for the project.

The Hemet Water Filtration Plant in the 1200 block of North

Kirby Street utilizes ultrafiltration membrane technology to treat unfiltered raw water from the State Water Project which brings water from Oroville to Lake Skinner.

Automatic self-cleaning strainer filters are part of the pre-treatment process; the filters screen the raw water to protect the downstream processes and membranes from abrasion by removing particulates.

The filters the district uses are manufactured by Boll Filter Corporation, which is in the Detroit suburb of Novi. The existing Hemet Water Filtration Plant filters were installed in 2005 and are approaching the end of their useful life.

Increased maintenance has been needed on the existing filters, which has increased the frequency of when the filtration plant has been down for repairs, and recent leaks have been found and were determined to be caused by inner coating

failure which led to corrosion of the carbon steel filter housing.

“Maintenance staff has repaired them multiple times,” said EMWD associate engineer Gustavo Gomez.

The existing filters will be replaced with new stainless steel filters manufactured by Boll Filter Corporation which are constructed with more resilient and durable materials to prevent future corrosion.

In December 2022 the EMWD board approved a sole-source contract with Boll Filter Corporation for two automatic self-cleaning strainer filters. That action also authorized a budget of $230,000 to cover expenses through the bid phase.

The construction work will install the filters, furnish and install adjoining piping and associated components, and perform civil, demolition, electrical, mechanical, and structural work. “We will

ensure that the new filters are completed before taking the old ones off-line,” Gomez said.

EMWD staff advertised the construction project for bid on Oct. 19 and received three bids by the November 16 deadline. Schuler Constructors, which is based in Riverside, had the low bid which was $282,568. Don Peterson Contracting, Inc., of San Marcos had the second-lowest bid amount of $353,595. The engineer’s estimate for the project was $320,000.

Past EMWD contracts with Schuler Construction include replacing the discharge pipes at the Eastern’s El Centro Lift Station in Menifee and constructing four emergency fuel storage facilities at EMWD treatment plants. “Schuler has been with us a long time and has performed similar work,” Gomez said.

SPEC Services, which is based

in Fountain Valley, is the engineer of record for the project. EMWD staff solicited and negotiated a scope of work and the $36,750 fee for engineering services during construction. The services include project management, administration, meetings, site visits, reviews of submittals, requests for information, potential change orders, and preparation of record drawings.

The new appropriations include inspections, internal labor, and a $50,000 contingency as well as the contract amounts. The appropriations included $59,300 for design costs prior to the purchase of the filters, so the total budgeted amount is now $778,300.

The contract duration is 270 calendar days after the notice to proceed is issued, so the work is expected to be complete in October 2024.

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Area 450SX, 250SX riders represent as Jett Lawrence, RJ Hampshire win Anaheim 1 Supercross opener

45,050 fans enjoyed the thrilling 2024 A1 race action as Angel Stadium hosted its 33rd season opener. For the fourth year in a row, and the tenth time in 11 years, the event sold-out.

Valley News/David Canales photos JP Raineri Spor ts Editor ANAHEIM – Team Honda HRC’s Jett Lawrence became the first athlete to win his first 450SX Class main event with a decisive victory at the opening round of the 17-round 2024 Monster Energy Supercross season Saturday, Jan. 6, in Anaheim. In the opening round of the Western Regional 250SX Class it was R.J. Hampshire who racked up first place points and the early-season lead. Three local riders also qualified for the 250sx main event as well with 6th place finisher #929 Julien Beaumer, Murrieta, 13th place #85 Hunter

Yoder, Menifee and 18th place went to #35 Talon Hawkins of Temecula. Lake Elsinore’s Derek Drake finished 15th in the 450SX main event.

As for podium placers, Monster E n e r g y K a w a s a k i ’s J a s o n Anderson earned second place in front of a packed Angel Stadium.

Red Bull KTM’s Chase Sexton earned the final podium spot in the first race of the year that marks the 50th anniversary season of AMA Supercross. Each Supercross race also pays points toward the 31-round SuperMotocross World Championship. In the Western Regional 250SX Class, Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory

250SX main event winner R.J. Hampshire Saturday, Jan. 6, in Anaheim.

Racing’s RJ Hampshire earned the first win of that 10-round championship.

“It’s an unreal thing to kinda grasp. Really because you just think with how many years this sport’s been around, you’d have thought someone has done it before. But it’s cool that it took that many years for someone to do it. I’m definitely grateful and I’m happy to do it for Honda and Red Bull. They’ve been behind me for a very long time now so it’s good to give back in that type of way and get up in the history books for them,” said Jett Lawrence, when see SUPERCROSS, page C-3

History was made by Australia’s Jett Lawrence becoming the first rookie to win his debut race in the 450SX class.

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SPORTS

NFL playoffs arrive with former local standouts ready for action JP Raineri Spor ts Editor It’s been a long 18 weeks of hard hitting, heart pounding action in the National Football League, and that’s just the regular season. Add in training camp, and four weeks of the preseason, that’s a lot of football. But can you really ever get enough? As a fan, the answer is no. Thank goodness there are still a couple of weeks of playoffs before Super Bowl LVIII gets here, which will be played at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas Sunday, Feb. 11.

For the players that didn’t have their season end this past weekend, with the conclusion of Week Eighteen, the next month of postseason play is all about being the last team standing. For a few local, former prep standouts, who are now living their dreams as professionals, the test to be the best truly begins. w w w . m y v a l l e y n e w s . c o m

Earlier in the NFL season, two former Vista Murrieta Broncos faced off against each other when the Buffalo Bills played the Las Vegas Raiders. Khalil Shakir (10), Wide Receiver for the Buffalo Bills (Class of 2018) and Curits Bolton, Linebacker for the Las Vegas Raiders (Class of 2014).

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With a former Vista Murrieta Bronco in tow, the Buffalo Bills went from a disaster season to the No. 2 seed in the AFC. Khali Shakir, who graduated from Vista Murrieta in 2018, is in his second year with Buffalo, after being a two-time First Team AllMountain West selection while at Boise State. Shakir and the Bills defeated the Miami Dolphins in an AFC East-deciding matchup on “Sunday Night Football” for their fourth straight division title.

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over the No. 7 seed Pittsburgh Steelers this upcoming Sunday, Jan. 14 (1 p.m. ET, CBS).

Heritage alumni, Sione Takitaki, as well as Paloma Valley alumni Matt Orzech (former Super Bowl champion with the Rams), will also be making postseason appearances with their current teams. Takitaki and the Cleveland Browns are locked into the fifth seed in the AFC and are preparing for the franchise’s first playoff opponent since 2020, the Houston Texans.

That game will take place on Saturday, Jan. 13 at 1:30 p.m. ET (Check local listings). Orzech and the Green Bay Packers earned the No. 7 seed in the NFC playoffs and will travel to face No. 2 seed Dallas Sunday, Jan. 14, at 4:30 p.m. ET, which will be televised on FOX. Another relatively close to the area standout not only made a shoutout to the Inland Empire on National Television this past weekend, but also helped lead the Texans back into the NFL playoffs for the first time since 2019.

With a 23-19 victory over the Indianapolis Colts, former Rancho Cucamonga High quarterback C.J. Stroud is the only rookie QB leading his team in the postseason this year as Houston gets set, for the second straight week, to play on Saturday. It’ll be a showdown against Takitaki and a Cleveland Browns bunch that won 11 games in the 2023 regular season.

After this weekend there will be four divisional-round games, two on Jan. 20, and two on Jan. 21.

In the NFC, the 1-seed 49ers will host the team with the lowest seed.

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SAN JACINTO – Grandfathers for Golf, a 501(c)3 nonprofit charity organization dedicated to promoting youth golf, announces its free winter golf instruction program for children in the Hemet/ San Jacinto area.

As part of this initiative, every participating child will receive complimentary golf clubs to keep, along with a free hat and t-shirt. Weekly golf lessons will be provided as part of the program.

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Parents and guardians can enroll their children by visiting grandfathersforgolf.org/signup or by contacting Tony Viola at 909754-4148. Tony is also available to provide more information about the program.

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Temecula’s All-American Bowl participants return from Texas

Linfield Christian head coach, DeChon Burns, was one of the assistant coaches for the East squad in last weekend’s 2024 All-American Bowl.

Valley News/Andrez Imaging JP Raineri Spor ts Editor SAN ANTONIO – The 2024 All-American Bowl is in the books and two local Temecula residents soaked up every minute of their time in Texas. This past weekend event organizers split up numerous high school all-stars into two teams: East and West. West took the victory 31-28 over East, and fans of teams from all around the country got a glimpse at the talent that’s set to arrive in the college ranks in the very near future.

That talent included recent

University of Auburn signee, DeAndre Carter, a Mater Dei senior who hails from Temecula.

Carter, an offensive lineman, played for the victorious West team, while Linfield Christian’s head coach, DeChon Burns, was one of the assistants that helped hold down the East sidelines.

The All-American Bowl was founded in 1996 to give athletes the opportunity to compete against the best at their level in an all-star or team game setting at quality sports facilities. The event gives athletes the potential to be scouted by colleges and professional football

teams. The first All American Bowl was played in Minnesota and has since been played at various cities across the country including Minneapolis (25th Year, US Bank Stadium), Dallas (AT&T Stadium), Charleston, Atlanta, Miami and Las Vegas.

For more information, visit nbcsports.com/college-football/ all-american-bowl or follow them on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram (@AABonNBC).

JP Raineri can be reached by email at sports@reedermedia. com.

Temecula resident, DeAndre Carter, an offensive lineman from Mater Dei High School, and Auburn University commit, showcases the winning trophy from the West team at 2024 All-American Bowl. Valley News/David Canales photo

Julien Beaumer of Murrieta finishes 6th in the 250SX main event Saturday, Jan. 6, in Anaheim.

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Lake Elsinore’s Derek Drake finishes 15th in the 450SX main event of the opening round of the 17-round 2024 Monster Energy Supercross season Saturday, Jan. 6, in Anaheim.

SUPERCROSS from page C-1 asked about the significance of being the first rider to win his first 450SX race.

In the opening round of the Western Regional 250SX Class, Monster Energy Yamaha Star Racing’s Jordon Smith battled up to second place. Monster

Energy Pro Circuit Kawasaki’s Levi Kitchen brought home the third-place spot for his new team for 2024.

Round two takes the action to Oracle Park in San Francisco on Jan. 13. The racing starts earlier this year and the Opening Ceremonies kick-off round two at 8 p.m. EST. Every round of the 17-round Monster Energy Supercross season also serves as the first 17 rounds of the 31-round SuperMotocross World Championship. After its launch in 2023, the SuperMotocross League combines the excitement of the

17-round Monster Energy AMA Supercross season, the 11-round AMA Pro Motocross season, two Playoff Rounds, and one Final to crown an overall winner in both the 450SMX and 250SMX Classes.

All 31 SuperMotocross World Championship rounds will be streamed live on PeacockTV, with select rounds also broadcast or streamed domestically on NBC, USA Network, CNBC, NBCSports. com, and the NBC Sports app.

CNBC will air next-day encore presentations of all 31 rounds of 2024 racing. For international

coverage, the racing is available through the SuperMotocross Video Pass (supermotocross.tv) live and on-demand, in both English and Spanish.

Tickets are on sale now for all 16 remaining Monster Energy Supercross events. For tickets, race results, video highlights, feature stories, and airtimes on Peacock, NBC, USA Network, and CNBC please go to SupercrossLIVE. com. Article contributions made by roadracingworld.com.

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Talon Hawkins of Temecula took 18th place in the opening round of the 17-round 2024 Monster Energy Supercross season Saturday, Jan. 6, in Anaheim.

13th place finisher Hunter Yoder, Menifee.

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SPORTS

Southwestern League basketball tips off to start the New Year

Vista Murrieta’s Kohen Marshall (4) shoots a three pointer during their Southwestern League game against Great Oak last week.

Valley New/Action Captures Media Group JP Raineri Spor ts Editor Heading into this week the Southwestern League standings are still young but are starting to take some shape. On the boys’ basketball courts, Vista Murrieta, who is 2-0 in league play thus far, are off to one of the hottest starts in program history, compiling a 19-1 record as they get set to face city counterparts Murrieta Valley and Murrieta Mesa this week. Last season the Broncos, Nighthawks and Wolfpack all finished at 7-3 on the season and Vista Murrieta wants to ensure there are no questions this season as to who the best team is.

The Nighthawks hope to answer that question this week. Murrieta Valley (12-7) is also 2-0 in league play while Great Oak (12-6) hasn’t been able to find their way yet, dropping both of their league matchups so far, which were losses to both Vista Murrieta and Murrieta Valley. The Chaparral Pumas (612) are also 0-2 as Temecula Valley (8-9) and Murrieta Mesa (11-8)

Great Oak’s Bri Thomas (22) shoots over a Vista Murrieta player during Southwestern League action.

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find themselves in the middle of the road at 1-1.

On the girls’ basketball courts, it is almost anyone’s guess as to what will come of the next four weeks before playoffs. Great Oak (9-8) has the hot hand with their 2-0 record, but from there the remaining SWL teams are 1-1, with Murrieta Mesa (7-12) being the lone winless team in league thus far. Games this week include Great Oak and Murrieta Valley taking on Chaparral and Temecula Valley, while Vista Murrieta and Murrieta Mesa take their first crack at each other.

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[Right] Great Oak’s Gor-el Zollicoffer (3) takes a shot over Vista Murrieta’s Cameron Holmes (4) during their Southwestern League game last week.

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[Right] Vista Murrieta’s Donovan Ford (2) drives to the basket for a layup during Southwestern League action.

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EDUCATION

MALHY Community Outreach Protective Services hosts a financial literacy class to nurture a strong financial foundation In an era driven by consumerism and instant gratification, imparting financial literacy skills to the youth has never been more essential.

Recognizing this pressing need, MALHY Community Outreach Protective Services Inc. proudly sponsors the Youth Financial Literacy Class. This transformative program aims to equip young individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to navigate the complex world of personal finance, ensuring a financially secure future.

MALHY, an organization rooted in the ideals of Mental Health, Addiction, Love, Human Trafficking, and Youth Literacy, stands firmly committed to empowering vulnerable communities. Understanding the far-reaching consequences of financial illiteracy, they have designed an innovative program that sets the stage for lifelong financial competence.

The Youth Financial Literacy Class, meticulously crafted by industry experts, offers a comprehensive curriculum tailored to address the unique challenges faced by today’s youth. Covering a range of topics, including budgeting, investing, debt management, and saving, this program aims to provide the foundation for sound financial decision-making. The instructors in attendance were Brian Wilson, Steve Tolliver, Madeline Plate, Caitlyn Kirk, and Jessica Celina.

With an emphasis on interactive learning, the class combines engaging workshops with practical exercises, empowering students to apply newfound knowledge in real-life situations. By enabling them to develop critical thinking skills and fostering a sense of financial responsibility, the class ensures that participants are wellequipped to confidently manage their personal finances.

Throughout the course, students delve into key concepts such as understanding the value of money, distinguishing needs from wants, and setting realistic financial goals.

Practical exercises enable them to create personal budgets, analyze potential investment opportunities, and explore the advantages of saving early in life. By equipping young individuals with these fundamental skills, the program strives to instill habits that will set them on a path to financial success.

One of the vital aspects of the Youth Financial Literacy Class is its focus on engaging expert speakers from various financial sectors. These professionals bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to the classroom, enlightening students about

Instructor Steve Tolliver, standing, speaks to students during the financial literacy class.

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Instructor Madeline Plate, in yellow, speaks to students during the financial literacy class.

Youth attendees pose for a photo at the financial literacy class.

Caitlyn Kirk, standing, instructs students during the class.

different aspects of the financial world. From banking and credit management to entrepreneurship and investment strategies, these guest speakers provide invaluable insights into the practical application of financial concepts.

Another distinguishing feature of the program is the emphasis on the importance of understanding the psychological and emotional aspects of personal finance. By addressing the impact of financial stressors on mental health, the class aims to foster a holistic understanding of financial wellbeing. This integrated approach helps students develop resilience, enabling them to make informed choices that align not only with their financial goals but also with their overall well-being.

Beyond the classroom, the Youth Financial Literacy Class also provides opportunities for students to engage with the community and put their knowledge into action. Through partnerships with local businesses and organizations, students participate in financial literacy

Angelo State University announces fall 2023 dean’s list SAN ANGELO, Texas – Angelo State University in San Angelo, Texas, announced the students achieving the dean’s list for the 2023 fall semester. Caroline Ramon and Kaci Ramon, both of Lake Elsinore, have earned the dean’s list honor. Caroline Ramon is majoring in interdisciplinary studies and Kaci Ramon studies psychology.

To be eligible for the ASU dean’s list, full-time undergraduate students must maintain a 3.25 or better GPA on a 4.0 scale.

The complete fall 2023 dean’s list is available at http://angelo. edu/commencement.

Angelo State University, founded in 1928, is a four-year public school in Texas. The Ram family environment and core values help students feel at home, a place where they know faculty and staff care deeply about their success. For more information, visit http://angelo.edu.

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Boze and Gyllenswan are named to dean’s list at University of Jamestown JAMESTOWN, N.D. – Two local students have been named to the dean’s list for the fall 2023 semester at University of Jamestown. Joshua Boze of Winchester and Miarosa Gyllenswan of Menifee earned the distinction for earning a semester GPA of 3.5 or better.

The University of Jamestown in North Dakota was established

in 1883 and is ranked as a top tier regional school in US News and World Report and a top Midwestern school in The Princeton Review.

The school features development of the whole person through its distinctive Journey to Success experience. For more information, visit http://uj.edu.

Submitted by University of Jamestown.

workshops, mentorship programs, and volunteer initiatives. This experiential learning complements the theoretical knowledge gained within the classroom, reinforcing the practical application of financial literacy concepts.

At the heart of the MALHY Community Outreach Protective Services Inc.’s Youth Financial Literacy Class lies a belief in the transformative power of education.

By inculcating financial literacy in the youth, this program strives to break the cycle of financial vulnerability and empower future generations to make informed decisions. Equipped with the knowledge and skills nurtured through this transformative program, young individuals are prepared to seize opportunities and embrace financial independence.

In conclusion, the Youth Financial Literacy Class, sponsored by MALHY Community Outreach Protective Services Inc., goes beyond equipping young individuals with technical financial skills—it lays the groundwork for a lifetime of financial well-

Brian Wilson, right, is one of the instructors at the financial literacy class. financial success begins here.

Thank you to all the supporters, sponsors and donors this year.

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being. Through its comprehensive curriculum, interactive workshops, and community engagement, the program empowers youth to make sound financial decisions, shaping a brighter future for themselves and their communities.

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REGIONAL NEWS Highway Updates

Few highway lane closures seen during the Martin Luther King Jr. federal holidays Tony Ault Staf f Writer

The California Department of Transportation announced there will be no lane closures during the week of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, but some work may continue behind k-rails on the various projects. All lanes will not be closed from Jan. 12 through 16 for observance of the holiday.

The continuing Caltrans projects are as follows.

Hemet Caltrans continues work on the $3.4 million emergency project to remove and replace culverts, perform rock scaling and install safety measures at culverts in both directions on State Route 74 in Hemet. Total project area is on SR-74 from just east of View Lane to just east of Strawberry Creek Bridge. The project length is 6.4 miles.

The project at Blackburn Road is nearing completion. Crews may be conducting striping operations and hydroseeding the area for plant growth and erosion control.

Work is weather and temperature dependent. During the Martin Luther King Jr. There will be no lane closures during the regular hours of operations from Jan. 12 at 6 a.m through Jan. 16 at 4 p.m.

During the regular hours outside of the holiday there may be oneway traffic control with flagging operations will be in place for motorists. Expect delays up to 15 minutes.

In another Hemet project Caltrans is working on a $17.9 million bridge retrofit and upgrade project on State Route 74 outside of Hemet at Strawberry Creek in Riverside County. This work will preserve the historical Strawberry Creek Bridge near Mountain

Striping and hydroseeding will take place in the area of Blackburn Road on SR-74 in Hemet. At Strawberry Creek Bridge, also on SR-74, Caltrans is working on a bridge retrofit and upgrade project.

Valley News/Caltrans photo Center. The current work includes pouring the eastbound abutments for Strawberry Creek Bridge. Other work includes upgrades with slab overlay, new guardrail systems on the existing bridges, bringing lane and shoulder widths up to current standards and construction of a new retaining wall.

Be aware however, a temporary traffic signal is in place at each end of the bridge with k-rail, making the bridge single lane access only. The signal will remain in place 24/7 throughout the project schedule with one way/single lane traffic control even through the holidays..

Do not proceed if the light is red. Wait times at the signal are approximately 5 minutes.

Be advised: No wide loads or oversized vehicles will be permitted on the bridges. There may be intermittent traffic breaks with expected delays of 15 to 20 minutes during the construction process.

Another major Caltrans highway project is underway on Hemet’s

SR-74 (Florida Ave.). It is a $51.6 million corridor improvement project.The project will repave and rehabilitate 49 lane miles, install Traffic Management Systems , upgrade curb ramps, sidewalks and driveways to Americans with Disabilities Act, enhance bike lane signage and striping, and upgrade 29 bus pads within the project parameters. Weather permitting.

Work zone is from Winchester Road to Fairview Avenue in Valle Vista. During the holiday schedule there will be no lane closures from Jan. 12 at 6 a.m. to Jan. 16 at 6 p.m. Some outside lanes will remain closed, through this area, during construction of the ADA ramps, curbs and gutters for safety of the public and the crews.

When working on driveways: Entry areas with more than one driveway access will close only one driveway at a time and direct traffic to other accessible entry points.

Aguanga/Anza While no lane closures will take place during the holidays Caltrans

is continuing its work on the $5.2 million slurry seal and rumble strips maintenance project on State Route 371 from Aguanga through Anza. Crews may be performing striping operations on SR-371.

Work is taking place from the junction of State Route 79 and SR 371 to the junction of SR-74 and SR-371. Work is weather and temperature dependent. Traffic control: One-way traffic control will be in effect for striping operations. Do not pass the pilot vehicle as the recently striped roadway needs to be set. Holiday schedule: Speed limits are reduced throughout the construction zone. The California Highway Patrol will be on scene to assist with traffic control and safety if necessary.

Murrieta/Wildomar Caltrans construction is taking place from Murrieta Hot Springs Road to Bundy Canyon Road.

Weather permitting. Daytime work is set from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. with no lane closures throughout the holiday week. Nighttime operations are planned from 11 p.m. to 8 a.m. Ensuring progress both day and night to enhance efficiency with the commuter access remaining during daytime work. The work includes upgrading facilities to ADA standards. Work performed will include curb and gutter. Please note, after the holidays various lane and ramp closures may occur in the project zone. Watch for signage alerting motorists of upcoming lane closures and construction zones.

Interstate 15 Caltrans contractors are performing night work at various locations on Interstate 15, including Murrieta Hot Springs

to Ontario Ranch and State Route 71 near Pomona Rincon Road.

Work will also continue on State Route 91 from Green River Road to University Avenue. Weather permitting.

Nighttime work may occur Monday through Thursday from 8 p.m. to 4 a.m. Thursday work will end Friday morning at 4 a.m.

The work being performed includes bridge preventative maintenance work. All work is dependent on the contractor receiving proper materials for each job function. It can be changed or canceled at any time. When needed there will be suggested alternating lane closures on Interstate 215 North Bound to State Route 91 West Bound -Connector but most lanes will remain open during the holidays. However Interstate 15 SB to State Route 60 WB there is the full closure of the south-bound connector. Nearby residents are warned there may be significant noise and vibrations when the crews are working on the major project.

Lake Elsinore Caltrans still continues work on SR-74 in Riverside County (Ortega Highway) from the Riverside and Orange County border to Monte Vista Street just west of Lake Elsinore. Crews are performing work in various locations throughout the project zone. However, there may be limited lane closures during the holidays, but motorists and commuters should be aware of any working crews along the highway and of the directional and warning signs. Follow any pilot cars carefully through the working zones.

Tony Ault can be reached at tault@reedermedia.com.

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Wild Wonders, the animal sanctuary located in Bonsall, announced the tragic loss of Hasani, a six-year-old cheetah who served as an exceptional animal ambassador and helped raise awareness and funds for the conservation of cheetahs.

Hasani’s journey through a recent health crisis captured the hearts of many, and now, in the wake of his passing, the sanctuary is facing mounting medical expenses.

An official statement from Wild Wonders said, “As we have shared, Hasani has been fighting Valley Fever. The most brutal and heartbreaking decision was made to send Hasani to peace.

“He took a drastic turn for the worse on Friday morning and his lungs were too damaged to recover. As always with grace, our big beautiful sweet boy fought valiantly against this monstrous disease and purred up until the end.

“He was surrounded by love from his people.

“He was a tough kid and very rambunctious who bloomed into a big beautiful, calm, amazing ambassador.”

Wild Wonders is a unique sanctuary that not only provides a loving forever home to a variety of animals but also dedicates itself to education and conservation efforts. They annually conduct hundreds of educational outreach

programs in schools and libraries, and they welcome guests to their site for private interactive animal experiences. The sanctuary also collaborates with multiple conservation organizations worldwide, contributing to the global effort to protect wildlife.

Hasani, like his fellow cheetah residents at Wild Wonders, played a crucial role in educating the public about the plight of cheetahs in Africa. Unfortunately, in the past month, Hasani experienced a severe decline in health due to Valley Fever, exhibiting symptoms such as loss of appetite, extreme lethargy, and pain.

Recognizing the urgency of Hasani’s situation, the staff at Wild Wonders called upon a team of cheetah experts to transport him to a local animal hospital for a thorough evaluation. Hasani underwent extensive diagnostic tests, including blood work and an ultrasound, to identify the source of his ailment and determine the best course of treatment.

After a stressful and anxious period for both Hasani and his caretakers, the diagnosis was confirmed: Valley Fever, a serious but treatable fungal infection affecting his lungs. The dedicated team of veterinarians, vet techs, and clinic support staff provided Hasani with the emergency care he needed while acutely ill.

The medical treatments that Hasani received, although necessary, resulted in medical

bills and expenses that Wild Wonders still must pay, so a GoFundMe was started to help cover the expenses. As of Dec. 31, $3,970 had been raised of the $20,000 goal.

Wild Wonders has stated that donations to assist with the medical expenses are greatly appreciated, regardless of the amount. Additionally, the sanctuary encourages individuals to consider booking private animal experiences, birthday parties, or other events as a way to help cover Hasani’s medical costs during their slow season.

To donate or learn more about Wild Wonders and their ongoing conservation efforts, visit their Go Fund Me page: https://gofund.me/ c92bea9e.

Six year old cheetah Hasani passed away from Valley Fever. Hasani was a cheetah ambassador at Wild Wonders in Bonsall.

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Forest Service hiring wildland firefighters in California VALLEJO — Love the outdoors and want to make a lasting impact on the world around you, but not sure which path to pursue? Join us at three USDA Forest Service recruitment events in mid-January to learn more about becoming a wildland firefighter.

The Forest Service is hiring wildland firefighter positions into permanent and permanent seasonal for hand crews, engine crews, hotshot crews, and more. Talk with

several members of the Region 5 fire organization and learn why they’re committed to caring for the land and serving people.

These three in-person recruitment events — to fill about 400 wildland firefighter permanent and permanent seasonal positions — will each be held 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Jan. 12, and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Jan. 13.

On Jan. 12 and 13, the two recruitment events will be hosted at

Reedley College, 995 N. Reed Ave. in Reedley, CA and the other at Red Lion Hotel, 1830 Hilltop Drive in Redding, CA. On Jan. 19 and 20, a recruitment event will be hosted at Wildland Fire Training and Conference Center in Sacramento, located at 3237 Peacekeeper Way. Applicants are invited to talk with regional fire staff, get application help, and learn about the benefits of working for the Forest Service.

Applicants do not need to attend the recruitment event to apply.

Jobs will be posted on USAJobs. gov using the direct hire authority.

Review job announcements carefully for deadlines, details and required information to include in your application. Employment start dates may vary.

For more hiring information, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/workingwith-us/careers/recruitmentevents/wildland-firefighter-careers.

To learn more about career opportunities, benefits, hiring events, and resources to help with the application process, visit http:// fs.usda.gov/fsjobs.

For regional happenings, follow Pacific Southwest Region on Facebook and X, formerly known as Twitter. Or search for individual national forests on X. Submitted by USDA Forest Service.

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Here’s how Turkish smugglers use social media to help ‘citizens of every country’ reach the US border Jennie Taer The Daily Caller News Investigative Repor ter Turkish smugglers appear to be using social media platforms to help migrants from across the globe enter the U.S. illegally through the southern border, according to a Daily Caller News Foundation review of Telegram and TikTok posts.

The advertisements offer arrangements for travel, visas and transportation directly to the U.S.-Mexico border for migrants in Europe, Asia and the Middle East. Border Patrol encounters of migrants crossing the southern border illegally have hit numerous records in recent years, with more than 2.2 million encounters in fiscal year 2022 and more than 2 million in fiscal year 2023, according to federal data.

One smuggling advertisement shared on Telegram boasts a “GUARANTEED PASS” for $10,000, which includes a flight from Istanbul to Cancun, a Mexican visa, “CANCUN ENTRANCE,” a hotel room, a taxi, and “DELIVERY TO TIJUANA BORDER.” “ W E H AV E A R O A D FOR CITIZENS OF EVERY COUNTRY WHO CANNOT GET A MEXICO VISA AND FLY TO NICARAGUA,” the post reads.

The two Telegram channels, which have thousands of members, include videos and messages where migrants are thanking specific people. They also feature photos of passports stamped by Mexican authorities.

“This is the border. Thanks to you, we have arrived in the U.S.,” one man said in a TikTok post taken next to the border wall. The video shows migrants thanking “Volkan,” which is a Turkish name.

In a separate video, another man mentions “Volkan,” calling him “king man.”

Another video shows a man appearing to walk across the border, saying that “Volkan” can always get them into the U.S. “When it looks like no one can let you through the doors … you always leave the door open for everybody,” he said.

Both the names “Volkan” and “Burak,” another Turkish name, appear in Telegram messages. In a private Telegram conversation between the DCNF and “Burak,” the alleged smuggler said he helps people from across the globe enter the U.S. by either obtaining Mexican visas or facilitating travel through Nicaragua or El Salvador.

“Burak” also said the DCNF’s questions sounded like those of a “police officer.” Burak communicated in Turkish, which the DCNF had translated.

The number of migrants arriving from “Special Interest” countries, which are labeled as such due to potential national security risks, increased by nearly 600% to 25,627 in fiscal year 2022 compared to the previous year, according to internal Customs and Border Protection (CBP) data previously obtained by the DCNF. Migrants who are placed in this category can be seen as “possibly have a nexus to terrorism,” according to 2019 DHS fact sheet.

“The smugglers make so much more money off of the Special Interest Aliens,” a Border Patrol official, who requested anonymity, told the DCNF of the fees based on country of origin.

Border Patrol has recorded a sharp uptick in encounters of migrants from Turkey crossing the southern border illegally, according to federal data.

Encounters of illegal migrants from Turkey jumped from roughly 1,300 in fiscal year 2021 to more than 15,400 in fiscal year 2023.

But when it comes to using encrypted apps like Telegram,

Forecaster warn of impending ‘polar vortex’ that will plummet US temperatures for more than 240 million people Kay Smy the Daily Caller News And Commentar y Writer Huge swathes of the U.S. will be under a significant weather emergency in mid-January, a slew of forecasters warned Tuesday, Jan. 9.

By Monday, Jan. 15, almost 90% of the Lower 48 states will experience temperatures at or below 32°F, while the rest of the Lower 48 will be at or below 0°F thanks to an “arctic blast,” weather and climate expert Ryan Maue shared via social media.

He also shared data from other climatologists showing some parts of the continent will experience temperatures 90°F below average thanks to a “polar vortex” that’ll hit hard as far south as Texas.

“Dallas currently modeled to fall to 12°-14°F Mon/Tues morning with entire state below freezing — into the teens and 20s on Tuesday morning,” he wrote in

one forecast, noting how “models have trended colder” in the past.

The polar vortex will bring Texas into a “deep freeze for a few days,” where life and property will be significantly threatened by ongoing damage to infrastructure, travel, and all other services we’re dependent on because we refuse to take care of ourselves anymore.

The Germany ICON model showed temperatures in Montana will be “88°F below normal in Montana with actual temperatures in the minus 70s °F,” Maue noted, saying we’re likely to see temperatures drop some “100°F below normal soon” if things carry on.

The time to prepare for these extreme weather systems is now.

Food, water, medicine, blankets and a heat source are essential.

Also, probably beer and cigarettes if you’re me, but I was a scout so I am no fool, and I’m always prepared.

FLASHBACK: Lawyer for Epstein’s victims says Trump was the only powerful figure who helped him with investigation Kay Smy the The Daily Caller News And Commentar y Writer

Daily Caller News Foundation photo federal investigators have a difficult time cracking down on the efforts, two U.S. intelligence officials told the DCNF on the condition of anonymity because they’re not authorized to speak publicly.

“Telegram will not assist U.S. law enforcement unless the case is regarding terrorism,” the intel officials said. “Smugglers are able to openly recruit to get new clientele.”

“Most immigrants are paying $10,000 to get smuggled to countries that border the United States knowing that once they arrive in the United States they can claim asylum and be released without consequence,” the official added.

TikTok didn’t respond to the DCNF’s request for comment.

“Since its creation, Telegram has actively moderated harmful content on our platform,” Telegram spokesperson Remi Vaughn said in a statement to the DCNF.

“Moderators use a combination of proactive monitor of public parts of the platform and user reports in order to remove content that breaches our terms of service.”

In March, CBP sent a memo to agency officials detailing a smuggling route in which a group of Chinese migrants traveled to Istanbul, where they obtained Mexican visas, flew to Mexico City pretending to be couples and then split off to get to the border.

Groups are posing as travel agencies in the capital of Senegal to get migrants to the U.S.-Mexico border by obtaining a visa to travel through the European Union, a CBP spokesperson recently told the DCNF. “They sell complete packages to connect them to a smuggling organization that will then facilitate their movement up to the border,” the spokesperson added.

T h e Tu r k i s h E m b a s s y i n Washington, D.C., didn’t respond to a request for comment.

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A video resurfaced Tuesday of attorney Bradley Edwards discussing former President Donald Trump’s attitude and actions toward late child sex trafficker Jeffrey Epstein following the latter’s first arrest.

Edwards has represented more than 70 victims of Jeffrey Epstein since 2009, and is largely credited with helping bring the child sex trafficker to justice. In a video that circulated online Tuesday, and originally released by the Conscious Resistance Network in 2018, Edwards told the site’s founder Derrick Broze about his perspective on Trump’s involvement in the situation.

Broze cited a case brought against Trump by two former alleged victims of Epstein, which was dropped before reaching court, and asked Edwards’ his opinion of the validity of the claims.

“The only thing that I can say about President Trump is that he is

the only person who in 2009, when I served a lot of subpoenas against a lot of people … he is the only person that picked up the phone and said, ‘let’s just talk, I’ll give ya as much time as you want, I’ll tell ya what you need to know,’” Bradley explained.

“And [Trump] was very helpful in the information that he gave, and gave no indication whatsoever that he was involved in anything untoward whatsoever,” Bradley continued. “But [he] had good information, that checked out, and that helped us, and that we didn’t have to take a deposition of him.”

Broze then asked if claims regarding Trump kicking Epstein out of Mar-a-Largo were true, to which Bradley replied that he’d “definitely heard that.”

Trump has previously said he had a “falling out” with Epstein some 15 years ago, but never elaborated. Later reports, some involving Bradley, alleged that Trump kicked Epstein out of MarA-Lago and permanently banned him from the resort because Epstein “sexually assaulted an underage girl at the club.”

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SpaceX launch thrills Anza residents

Anza Valley resident Jasmine Ruby Rose captures this image of the SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launch Tuesday, Jan. 2.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Anza skywatchers reveled in another SpaceX launch Tuesday, Jan. 2. An incoming storm held off just long enough to enable

spectacular views of the rocket as it sped into orbit beginning at 7:44 p.m..

Social media erupted with posts and pictures of the craft.

The SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket took off from Vandenberg Space

Force Base in Lompoc, the first launch of 2024.

The spacecraft had 21 loworbit Starlink satellites on board, including six satellites designed to eliminate cell phone service dead zones with expanding

Imago Dei Pro Life Ministry Diaper Drive benefits local pregnancy center

Sacred Heart’s Pro Life Ministry, Imago Dei, collects diapers and other infant supplies to donate to a local Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo pregnancy center during the month of December.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Imago Dei, Sacred Heart’s new pro-life ministry, hosted their first Advent Drive to collect much-

needed baby supplies to a local pregnancy center.

“We had a different collection theme each week, starting with diapers for December 3 and 10, continuing with wipes December

17 and concluding with swaddle blankets December 24,” said member Mary-Rose McGowan.

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Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com.

Lake Hemet announces trout stocking dates for 2024

Anza resident Russell Kitchen displays a large trout he caught at Lake Hemet recently.

Anza Valley Outlook/Courtesy photo Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Lake Hemet has attracted a gamefish fan following after a huge stocking of trout was announced in fishing circles across southern California recently.

“The California Department of Fish and Wildlife stocked Lake Hemet with 1,500 pounds of trout on Jan. 3. This rainy winter weather should make for great fishing this week,” reported see TROUT, page D-3

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Bank offers a free mobile food pantry the second Saturday of every month at the AEC office, 58470 Highway 371, from 10:3011:30 a.m. All are welcome. CalFresh application assistance and free community health services are also available. Bring your own reusable bags to take food home.

Volunteers welcome. For more information, contact the AEC office at 951-763-4333.

F r i e n d s o f A n z a Va l l e y Community Library – Anza Valley Community Library is located at Hamilton High School, 57430 Mitchell Road. The library is open to the public, but not during school hours. Hours are 4-7 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday and 12-4 p.m. on Sunday. Closed Monday through Wednesday.

Hamilton High School – Find out what is happening using Hamilton’s online calendar at www.hamiltonbobcats.net/apps/ events/calendar.

Hamilton Museum – 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Open Wednesdays and Saturdays at 39991 Contreras Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-1350 or visit www.hamiltonmuseum. org. Find them on Facebook at “Hamilton-Museum-and-RanchFoundation.”

Backcountry Horsemen Redshank Riders – Meetings on the second Thursday of each month at 6 p.m. Locations change, so please contact Mike by email at stumblinl55@gmail.com or by calling 951-760-9255.

Health, exercise, resources and recovery meetings Fit after 50 – 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Tuesday and Friday mornings at Anza Community Hall. Free.

Wear comfortable clothes and supportive shoes. Call or text instructor Teresa Hoehn at 951751-1462 for more information.

Narcotics Anonymous Meeting – 6 p.m. Every Tuesday at Shepherd Of The Valley Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. Open participation.

Veterans’ Gathering Mondays – 9-11 a.m. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 39075 Contreras Road in Anza. Men and women veterans come to share and help each other deal with post-traumatic stress disorder and other difficulties. Call John Sheehan at 951-923-6153. If you need an advocate to help with VA benefits, call Ronnie Imel at 951-659-9884.

The Most Excellent Way – A Christ-centered recovery program for all kinds of addiction meets Fridays from 7-8:30 p.m. and Tuesdays from 8-10 a.m. Program is court approved; child care is provided. Transportation help is available. The group meets at 58050 Highway 371; the cross street is Kirby Road in Anza.

AA Men’s Meeting – 7 p.m.

Meetings take place Thursdays at 39551 Kirby Road in Anza, south of Highway 371.

Alcoholics Anonymous – 8 p.m. Wednesday evenings at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road in Anza. For more information, call 951-763-4226.

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– The Aguanga-Anza Chapter of BPUSA will hold its meetings at 6 p.m. on the first and third Wednesday of each month at 49109 Lakeshore Blvd. in Aguanga. For more information, contact chapter leader Linda Hardee at 951-551-2826.

Free Mobile Health Clinic – Open every third Wednesday of the month from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. No appointment is needed.

Uninsured may only be seen in the Anza Community Hall’s parking lot or inside the hall.

Medication Assistance and Treatment for Opioid Dependence – Get treatment for heroin addiction. Transportation to the clinic is provided. For more information, contact Borrego Health’s Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Route 371, Anza.

For more information, 951-7634759.

Food ministries F.U.N. Group weekly food ministry – Deliveries arrive by noon Thursdays at the Anza Community Hall. To order a paid box and help feed those who can’t afford to pay, drop off payment and cash donations by Thursday at 1:30 p.m., to ERA Excel Realty, 56070 Highway 371 in Anza. Pay inside or drop off during the day in the red box outside. To drop it off, put name and request on an envelope with payment inside. A $30 box has about $100 worth of food and feeds six people. Half boxes are available for $15. Food is delivered once a week to those who cannot find a ride. For more information, call Bill Donahue at 951-288-0903.

Living Hope Christian Fellowship Community Dinner – Dinners at 1 p.m. are held the last Sunday of the month at the Anza Community Hall. All are welcome. Donations of time, money, etc. are always welcome.

Food for the Faithful – 8 a.m.

The food bank hands out food the last Friday of the month until the food is gone. The clothes closet will be open too. Emergency food handed out as needed at Sacred Heart Catholic Church. FFF is a non-denominational nonprofit.

All in need are welcome; call Esther Barragan at 951-763-5636.

Bible Studies The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Anza’s Sunday Sacrament is at 10 a.m.; Sunday School is 11 a.m.

Priesthood/Relief Society meets at noon; Wednesday, Boy Scouts gathers 6 p.m. and Youth Night is 7 p.m. For more information, call Ruiz at 951-445-7180 or Nathan at 760-399-0727. The Wednesday Genealogy/Family History Class, 5-8 p.m., is open to the public at 39075 Contreras Road in Anza.

Native Lighthouse Fellowship – 10 a.m. The group meets the first Saturday of the month, and breakfast is served. All are welcome to fellowship together at the “Tribal Hall” below the casino in Anza. For more information, call Nella Heredia at 951-7630856.

Living Hope Bible Study – 8-10 a.m. Tuesdays at Living Hope Christian Fellowship, 58050 Highway 371, Anza. All are

welcome. For more information, call Pastor Kevin at 951-7631111.

Anza RV Clubhouse – 7 p.m., the second Wednesday of the Month, Pastor Kevin officiates at 41560 Terwilliger Road in Anza.

Monthly Christian Men’s Breakfast – 9 a.m. Breakfast takes place the fourth Saturday of each month and rotates to different locations. Contact Jeff Crawley at 951-763-1257 for more information.

S h e p h e r d o f t h e Va l l e y Lutheran Church – 10 a.m.

Weekly Wednesday Bible study takes place at 56095 Pena Road in Anza. Call 951-763-4226 for more information.

Valley Gospel Chapel – 7 a.m. Saturday Men’s Study meets weekly with breakfast usually served at 43275 Chapman Road in the Terwilliger area of Anza.

For more information, call 951763-4622.

Anza First Southern Baptist Church – Begin your week with Sunday School for all ages at 9 a.m., followed by Sunday morning worship at 10:30 a.m. On Sunday nights, the church has prayer on the 1st and 4th Sundays from 6-7 p.m. and Bible study on the 2nd and 3rd Sundays from 6-8 p.m. On Monday evenings, from 6-8 p.m., the youth group (6 to 12 grade) meets for games and Bible study.

Anza Baptist Church also offers Men’s and Women’s Ministries, a Homeschool Support Group, Summer Vacation Bible School and a Seniors’ Ministry. The church office is open Wednesday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. The church is located at 39200 Rolling Hills Road in Anza.

For more information, contact the church at 951-763-4937 or visit www.anzabaptistchurch.com.

Clubs Anza Valley VFW Post 1873, Capt. John Francis Drivick III Post – The Ladies’ and Men’s Auxiliaries are located at 59011 Bailey Road in Anza. Mail P.O. Box 390433. Request monthly newsletter and or weekly menu by email at vfw1873anzaca@ gmail.com. For more information, call 951-763-4439 or visit http:// vfw1873.org.

High Country 4-H Club – 6:30 p.m. Meetings are on the third Wednesday of the month, except February, at Anza Community Hall. 4-H Club is for youth 5 to 19 years old offering a variety of projects. High Country 4-H Club is open to children living in the Anza, Aguanga and surrounding areas. For more information, call Allison Renck at 951-663-5452.

Anza Valley Artists Meetings – Meetings at 1 p.m. are the third Saturday of each month at various locations. Share art, ideas and participate in shows. Guest speakers are always needed. For more information, call president Rosie Grindle at 951-928-1248.

Find helpful art tips at www. facebook.com/AnzaValleyArtists.

A n z a Q u i l t e r ’s C l u b – Meetings are held at 9:30 a.m. on the first Tuesday of each month at the Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. For more information see our Facebook

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Anza Valley Lions Club – The Anza Valley Lions Club has been reinstated and is open to all men and women who want to work together for the betterment of the community. The group is working on securing a new venue for meetings. Meetings and events are posted on the Anza Lions Club of Anza Valley Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ LionsofAnzaValley. For more information, email president Greg Sandling at President.

AnzaLions@gmail.com or Chris Skinner at Secretary.AnzaLions@ gmail.com.

Civil Air Patrol – Squadron 59 is looking for new members of all ages. For more information, call squadron commander Maj. Dennis Sheehan from the Anza area at 951-403-4940. To learn more and see the club’s meeting schedule, visit www.squadron59. org.

Fire Explorer Program – 6 p.m. The program meets every second, third and fourth Tuesday of the month at Fire Station 29 on state Route 371 in Anza. Call 951-763-5611 for information.

Redshank Riders – 7 p.m.

Backcountry horsemen meet at the Little Red Schoolhouse in Anza, the second Thursday of each month. Visit www.redshankriders. com or call Carol Schmuhl for membership information at 951663-6763.

Anza Thimble Club – The club meets the first Thursday of the month at the Anza Community Hall, 43275 Chapman Road in Anza. The social hour is 11:30 a.m., and lunch is served at noon.

Contact Carol Wright at 951-7632884 for more information.

Organizations Te r w i l l i g e r C o m m u n i t y Association – 6 p.m. Second Monday of the month at VFW Post 1873, 59011 Bailey Road, in Anza. Potluck dinner open to all.

For more information, call Tonie Ford at 951-763-4560.

From the Heart Christian Women’s Ministries – Noon.

Monthly luncheon and guest speaker are held the second Saturday of each month. The $5 charge covers lunch at Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church, 56095 Pena Road, Anza. From the Heart helps the area’s neediest children and invites all women and men to join in their mission.

Donate or help with the rummage sales twice a year to raise funds for the cause or other events. For more information, call president Christi James at 951-595-2400.

Anza Community Hall – 7 p.m.

General membership meetings are held the fourth Thursday of the month. Single memberships are $30 and include discounts to events for one person and 1 vote in elections and meetings.

Family memberships are $50 and include discounts for a family up to 5 members and 1 vote in elections and meetings. Business memberships are $50 and allows an employer to receive discounts for up to 5 people, including themselves, and includes 1 vote on elections and meetings. No government funds are allocated for the Hall, which pays its bills through memberships and swap meets. Mail membership to: Anza Community Building Inc. at P.O. Box 390091, Anza, CA 92539. The hall is located at 56630 Highway 371 in Anza.

For more information, call 951282-4267 or email achageneral@ g m a i l . c o m o r v i s i t w w w. anzacommunitybuilding.org.

Anza Civic Improvement League – 9 a.m. meets the first Saturday of each month at the Little Red Schoolhouse. The league maintains Minor Park and the Little Red School House, which are both available to rent for events. No government funds are allowed; the membership pays the bills – $10 a person, $18 family or $35 business membership. For more information, visit www. anzacivic.org.

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Reduce the risk of residential burglary In memorium

Sheriff’s deputies collaborate with CHP officers during a manhunt last year.

Diane Sieker Staf f Writer Many cities, towns and unincorporated areas in Southern California have seen an increase in residential burglaries, according to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s crime statistics.

From jewelry, tools, electronics, weapons and other valuables, nothing seems safe from thieves.

The definition of burglary is the act of breaking and entering an inhabited structure, such as a house, especially at night with intent to commit a crime. Theft is often the result of a burglary.

Research has shown that burglars are more likely to return to the surrounding areas where they were apprehended within a short time period to commit more crimes. Most of these crimes occur when residents are not home.

To reduce the chances of becoming a burglary victim, Riverside County Sheriff ’s Department advises residents to use timers on lights, radios and televisions.

Additionally, law enforcement personnel recommend that residents be aware of their home’s points of entry such as rear sliding doors and second story balconies.

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Locking, increasing lighting and adding motion sensor lights to front and rear entries are suggested.

Installing motion detectors and glass breaking sensors can also help deter criminals.

Keeping shrubbery trimmed away from entrances and walkways are beneficial, as crooks can hide in these places and break in or case the home virtually undetected.

Installing cameras and motion sensors in every room as well as outside is also recommended.

Residents should be proactive for themselves and their neighbors.

If they see something, they should say something and help keep the

neighborhood safe.

The goal of the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department is to keep all citizens safe while also improving the quality of life for those residing within the community.

If suspicious persons are observed in the Anza Valley area, residents should contact the Hemet Sheriff’s Station at 951-791-3400 or 951-776-1099.

Criminal activity can also be reported through the We-Tip Crime Reporting Hotline at (909)9875005 or https://wetip.com.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com.

TROUT from page D-1 Hemet Lake Campground on social media. “We will be planting another 4,000 pounds at the end of January, so make your camping reservations now or come up and visit us for the day.”

The lake will be privately stocked with trout four more times this season with 4,000 pounds of fish each time.

That’s about $100,000 worth of trout for campground guests, according to a Lake Hemet spokesperson.

The 2024 fish stocking schedule is as follows: Late January - 4,000 lbs of trout from Mt. Lassen Trout Farm.

Mid-February - 3,500 lbs of Rainbow trout and 500 lbs of Lightning trout from Mt. Lassen Trout Farm.

Late March - 4,000 lbs of trout from Mt. Lassen Trout Farm.

Late April - 3,500 lbs of Rainbow trout and 500 lbs of Lightning trout from Mt. Lassen Trout Farm.

Trout stocks are announced the day after they occur because winter weather can occasionally cause delivery delays.

The recent trout plant January 3 resulted in 1,500 pounds of fish, many trophy-sized lunkers. And according to fishing reports, they are hungry.

“The trout action at Lake Hemet has been hot if you know where to look,” reported Andrew Mack, a

In addition to trout, Lake Hemet also stocks bluegill (above), bass, and catfish.

Valley News/Freshwater and Marine Image Bank at the University of Washington longtime fishing expert. He works at Western Outdoor News, writes Mack’s Fish Reports at Angler Chronicles and is the creator of Mack’s Fish Reports on social media.

Trout, bass, bluegill and catfish are stocked at Lake Hemet.

Daily fish take limits are 5 trout, 5 bass (12-inch minimum), 10 catfish and 25 bluegill.

Fishing licenses are available at the lake. Licenses are required

for persons aged 16 and above. No license required for ages 15 and under. Day use is open daily from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. for $25 per vehicle or $150 for an annual pass.

Shoreline fishing is open every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.. The lake’s marina is open for boat rentals and personal launch, closed Tuesday and Wednesday of each week.

Overnight camping is open at the lake, one of the most popular

spots in Southern California for camping and fishing.

To learn more about Lake Hemet, visit them on the web at https://lakehemetrecreation. com/ or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/ LakeHemet?mibextid=ZbWKwL. Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com.

Elizabeth Ann Craig, also known as Betty, passed away on Dec. 8, 2023, in Aguanga, California, at the age of 85. She was born on Sept. 5, 1938, in Muskegon Heights, Michigan.

Betty was a kind, loving, and caring person, cherished by all who knew her.

Betty was preceded in death by her parents Frank and Antonio Stefanich, her two brothers Leroy (Lee) Lewis, Bud Stefanich, husband Gary Craig, and her son Billy Craig.

She is survived by three brothers: Johnny Stefanich from South Dakota, Bob and Leroy Stefanich, as well as one sister, Linda Luce from Michigan. Betty is also survived by her five children: Lynn Jolliffe and Doug English of San Diego; Mike Craig of Florence Arizona; Laura Cech of Vacaville, Calif. and Cheri Branzski of Aguanga; as well her two nephews, Rodney Craig of Arizona and Mike Craig of Washington, whom she co-parented.

She leaves behind a legacy of love and is also survived by 12 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren.

In her early years, Betty attended Catholic primary and high schools.

She later embarked on a successful career as a business owner, establishing Craigs Hauling and Landscape, and Absolute auctions.

In 1978, she and her late husband Gary founded AFC (alcoholics for Christ) a nonprofit worldwide ministry and, in 1982, their first book was published. In 1979, Betty became a recovered alcoholic and kept her sobriety for 44 years.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Betty found joy in various hobbies, including gardening, drawing and painting.

These activities allowed her creative spirit to flourish and provided her with a sense of fulfillment.

A memorial service to celebrate Betty’s life will be held at her residence in Aguanga, California, on Jan. 15, 2024, at 1 p.m. Family, friends, and loved ones are invited to attend to celebrate her life.

Elizabeth Ann Craig, or Betty as she was affectionately known, will be remembered as a compassionate and loving individual. Her presence in the lives of her family and friends will be deeply missed.

As a believer in Christ Jesus, we have the assurance she will rest with him eternally.

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Living Free Animal Sanctuary dog of the week: Meet Rusty Rusty is a 7-year-old Shepherd mix and is the epitome of easygoing. “Laid back” sums him up perfectly. He effortlessly rolls with the ebb and flow of life, adapting to whatever’s happening around him. His favorite pastime?

Tagging along with his roommate and dear friend, Titus, on their dog park escapades, diligently watching over as Titus investigates gopher holes.

With a gentle and caring demeanor, Rusty’s main aim in life is to bring joy and satisfaction to those around him. While he’s often found indulging in peaceful naps or basking in the sun’s warmth, he also relishes playful moments and leisurely walks.

This kind-hearted and carefree dog is eagerly awaiting his forever family, and there’s no doubt that he’ll make an exceptional companion.

Hi, I’m Rusty!

DIAPERS from page D-1 donations from both church parishioners and members of the community.

“Imago Dei would like to thank you all for such a successful Advent Drive,” said McGowan.

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Living Free is a nonprofit animal sanctuary whose primary mission is to rescue dogs and cats whose time is up at public shelters.

Living Free Animal Sanctuary is located on 155 acres in the San

Jacinto Mountains near Idyllwild.

A diamond in the rough, the property is home to a kennelin-the-round, Give Life Park, catteries and protected open-air “catios,” breathtaking scenery

and wide open fields for the wild mustangs and rescued burros to run free.

Open by appointment.

For dog adoptions, call 951321-9982, for cat adoptions, call

951-491-1898, and for all other inquiries, call 951- 659-4687.

To book a tour, visit www. living-free.org/visit-us. Living Free is located at 54250 Keen Camp Road in Mountain Center.

“Your generous donations will be dropped off at Birth Choice of Temecula and will bless many families. During January, Sanctity of Life Month, please continue to pray for the protection of all human life.”

Birth Choice of Temecula

provides ultrasound, counseling and other services to young families. Their goal is to give families support from the womb, birth and into a child’s toddler years. Birth Choice gives women and at-risk families a choice.

For more information about

Birth Choice, visit them at https:// birthchoicecenters.org/.

To learn more about the Sacred Heart Catholic Church’s Imago Dei, visit the church’s Facebook page at https://www. facebook.com/Sacred-Heart-ofAnza-172200349497797/.

Sacred Heart Catholic Church is located at 56250 Highway 371, Anza, across from the Sinclair Gas station.

Diane Sieker can be reached by email at dsieker@reedermedia. com.

King Solomon, one of the wisest men to ever live, said, “My child, pay attention to what I say; turn your ear to my words. Do not let them out of your sight, keep them within your heart; for they are life to those who find them and health to one’s whole body.” (Proverbs 4:20-22) Just like your body struggles because it lacks healthy food, our spirit struggles because it lacks healthy spiritual food.

The reason you often struggle relationally, emotionally, and spiritually is that you’re missing out on one of the healthiest things you can do in your life. Feeding yourself the word of God. It is “life to those who find them and health to one’s whole body.”

Not only is God’s word a key to

great health, but it’s the secret to a successful life. The book of Joshua tells us to “study this Book of Instruction continually. Meditate on it day and night so you will be sure to obey everything written in it. Only then will you prosper and succeed in all you do.” (Joshua 1:8) To help you grow in this area, we created a 365-day Bible Reading Journal to help you stay on track and read through your Bible. You can order it here.

Zachary Elliott is the lead pastor of Fusion Christian Church in Temecula. For more information, visit http://www. fusionchristianchurch.com, http:// www.encouragementtoday.tv or find them on Instagram.

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Ten healthy habits – Part 1 And I would guess some of your bad habits are the bane of your existence.

Bad habits can negatively affect everything from spiritual growth to relationships and physical and mental health.

The secret to kicking bad habits is often to start doing the exact opposite and create healthy ones.

Today, we will start by looking at two of the 10 healthy habits you should try to master. Now, maybe you can’t master all of them at once. Truly successful people work to master all that they can.

These healthy habits will be stated as a declaration for your life to be repeated daily.

I will be a person of prayer.

Have you ever heard the term ‘you are what you eat?’ The same

Zachary Elliott Special to the Valley News Do you have any bad habits you’d like to eliminate this year?

Chances are, that’s a big fat YES!

is true of your prayer life. You are what you pray.

Here’s what I mean. The more you pray, the closer you are to Jesus, and the more like him you will become.

The Bible says, “Come close to God, and God will come close to you. Wash your hands, you sinners; purify your hearts, for your loyalty is divided between God and the world.” (James 4:8) Prayer helps to solidify your loyalty to God in body, mind, and spirit. It’s one of the healthiest habits you will create all year.

If you’d like to grow in this area, join us for 21 Days of Prayer starting on January 7 by texting PRAYER24 to 951-395-8731.

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Looking forward to 2024!

The current state of regulations in California and their impact on our small family-owned and local businesses These businesses are the backbone of our Riverside communities, providing employment opportunities and contributing to the local economy.

Unfortunately, the burden of excessive and unfair regulations has become overwhelming for these businesses, making it increasingly difficult for them to thrive and survive. The red tape and bureaucratic hurdles they face hinder their growth and innovation, stifling their ability to compete in an ever-

changing market. It is crucial that we take action to support our local businesses and bring these regulations under control. We need to create an environment that fosters entrepreneurship and allows small businesses to flourish with an emphasis on streamlining and simplifying the process, it is essential to engage in constructive dialogue with business owners to understand their challenges and find effective solutions by addressing their concerns and involving them in the decision-

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We must take immediate action to support our businesses and create an environment that allows them to thrive.

Together, let us work towards a process where local businesses can once again flourish and contribute to the fabric of our communities.

Respectfully, Jonathan Ingram Candidate for Riverside County Supervisor, District 3

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318363 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JM MARTINEZ PROPERTIES 33845 Rancho Vista Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 Mailing address: PO Box 1853, Cathedral City, CA 92234 County: Riverside Joseph Xanitis, 33845 Rancho Vista Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Joseph Xanitis Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/28/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4022 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318141 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: TUXEDO LIQUOR 5347 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92504 County: Riverside JENR Investments, Inc., 5347 Arlington Ave, Riverside, CA 92504 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Elias Toumeh, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/22/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4023 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318436 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. PACIFIC REAL ESTATE 2. PACIFIC MORTGAGE GROUP 2045 Compton Ave Suite 202, Corona, CA 92881 County: Riverside California Premier Services, Inc., 2045 Compton Ave 202, Corona, CA 92881 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 05/01/2006.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Raeda Jaber, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/29/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4024 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202400017 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: LINDABOBINDA’S DESIGNS PO Box 1679, #6071, Sacramento, CA 95812 County: Sacramento Linda Theresa Doubek, PO Box 1679, #6071, Sacramento, CA 95812 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Linda Theresa Doubek Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 01/02/2024 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4025 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202314993 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: WOODRIDGE FINANCE & INSURANCE CENTER 10955 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92505 County: Riverside Woodridge International LLC, 10955 Magnolia Ave, Riverside, CA 92505 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Andrew Schmidt, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 10/12/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4002 PUBLISHED: November 24, December 1, 8, 15, 2023 Republished: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 Name of business and registrant were misspelled in original publication.

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January 12, 2024 • www.anzavalleyoutlook.com • Anza Valley Outlook ANZA VALLEY OUTLOOK LEGAL NOTICES FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317707 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JACK IN THE BOX #175 12477 Heacock St, Moreno Valley, CA 92553 Mailing address: 41760 Ivy St Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 County: Riverside Restaurant Leadership Group, LLC, 41760 Ivy St Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of DE Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 07.09.2018 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Dawood Beshay, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/13/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4008 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317708 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JACK IN THE BOX #5394 27030 Fir Ave, Moreno Valley, CA 92555 Mailing address: 41760 Ivy St Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 County: Riverside Restaurant Leadership Group, LLC, 41760 Ivy St Suite 201, Murrieta, CA 92562 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of DE Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 07.09.2019 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Dawood Beshay, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/13/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4009 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317710 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALEX TOWING 494 N Scovell Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92582 County: Riverside Rodolfo Alejandro Contreras, 494 N Scovell Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92582 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 11-15-2002 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Rodolfo Alejandro Contreras Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/13/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4010 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317763 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RMJ LANDSCAPE & DESIGN 83565 Glendora Ridge Ave, Coachella, CA 92236 County: Riverside Romeo -- Martinez, Jr, 83565 Glendora Ridge Ave, Coachella, CA 92236 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Romeo -- Martinez, Jr Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/13/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4011 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317859 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: V-H PICKLEBALL 74401 Hovley Lane East #2218, Palm Desert, CA 92260 County: Riverside Austin Scott Valdivia-Hildago, 74401 Hovley Lane East #2218, Palm Desert, CA 92260 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 10/19/2023 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Austin Scott Valdivia-Hildago Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/14/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4013 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317834 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: RICKS AUTOMOTIVE CENTER 41419 Pear Street. Ste #8, Murrieta, CA 92562 County: Riverside CRK, Inc., 41419 Pear Street. Ste #8, Murrieta, CA 92562 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 1/01/2022 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Kellie Teresa Knapp, Treasurer Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/14/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4014 PUBLISHED: December 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 19, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318013 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PHARAOH’S PYRAMID 56461 Hey 371 Unit A, Anza, CA 92539 Mailing address: PO Box 390462, Anza, CA 92539 County: Riverside Veraison Enterprises LLC, PO Box 390462, Anza, CA 92539 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Edward Wall, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/19/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4015 PUBLISHED: December 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 19, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318130 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: NERDY TAVERN 60945 Yucca Valley Road, Anza, CA 92539 County: Riverside Colt Kristopher Dawes-Vollmer, 60945 Yucca Valley Road, Anza, CA 92539 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Colt Kristopher Dawes-Vollmer Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/21/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4017 PUBLISHED: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317578 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MANDALAY TECHNOLOGIES 43725 Asti Court, Indio, CA 92203 Mailing address: 43725 Asti Court, Indio, CA 92203 County: Riverside David B Lanagan, 43725 Asti Court, Indio, CA 92203 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on JULY 15, 2021 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: David B Lanagan Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/11/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4012 PUBLISHED: December 22, 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318028 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DAISY DEW CLEANING SERVICE 36125 Creighton Ave, Apt. 27304, Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Alexandra Chambers, 36125 Creighton Ave, Apt. 27304, Murrieta, CA 92563 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 12/02/2023 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Alexandra Chambers Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/20/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4021 PUBLISHED: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317588 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: EVOLUTION PMU 27476 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 Mailing address: Via Azul, Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Davina Lauren Stein, 565 Gladiola St, Hemet, CA 92545 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Davina Lauren Stein Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/11/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4018 PUBLISHED: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

CHANGE OF NAME

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVSW 2311034 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: ANTHONY WILLIAM DANIEL Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: ANTHONY WILLIAM DANIEL Proposed Name: ANTHONY DOLORES ROMERO 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: 03/28/2024 Time: 8:00 A.M. Dept: S101 The address of the court: Southwest Justice Center, 30755-D Auld Road, Suite 1226, Murrieta, CA 92563 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: DEC 29, 2023 Signed: Belinda A. Handy, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4026 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVSW 2400097 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: CHRISTY KHA PHUNG Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: CHRISTY KHA PHUNG Proposed Name: CHRISTY CHAU KHA 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: 2-22-24 Time: 8:00 A.M. Dept: S101 The address of the court: Southwest Justice Center, 30755-D Auld Road, Suite 1226, Murrieta, CA 92563 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: JAN 05, 2024 Signed: Belinda A. Handy, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4027 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case Number: CVCO 2400017 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS Petitioner: ANGEL RODRIGUEZ FLORES Filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: ANGEL, RODRIGUEZ FLORES Proposed Name: ANGEL, RODRIGUEZ, FLORES 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: 2/21/24 Time: 8:00 AM Dept: C2 The address of the court: Corona Branch, 505 S. Buena Vista, Rm. 201, Corona, CA 92882 A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Anza Valley Outlook Date: JAN 04 2024 Signed: Laura C. Garcia, Judge of the Superior Court LEGAL: 4028 PUBLISHED: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202318138 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. JUGGERNAUT MOTORSPORTS RACING 2. JM RACING 79860 Brewood Way, Indio, CA 92203 Mailing address: PO Box 5581, La Quinta, CA 92248 County: Riverside Jaime Jehu Rivas-Gonzalez, 79860 Brewood Way, Indio, CA 92203 This business is conducted by an Individual Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name listed above I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Jaime Jehu Rivas-Gonzalez Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/21/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4019 PUBLISHED: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

AMENDED FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202316049 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SMOKE & DREAMS VAPE AND SMOKE SHOP 27515 Ynez Rd, Temecula, CA 92591 Mailing address: 12112 Severn Way, Riverside, CA 92503 County: Riverside RC Enterprises LLC, 12112 Severn Way, Riverside, CA 92503 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 02/01/2022.

I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Romeo Vides, Managing Member Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 11/01\/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 3994 PUBLISHED: November 10, 17, 24, December 1, 2023 Republished: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 Registrant’s name in publication did not match fictitious statement.

ABANDONMENT BUSINESS NAME AMENDED STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT

OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME File Number: R-202107682 Filed Riverside County Clerk’s Office Peter Aldana The following fictitious business name(s) has been abandoned by the following person(s): MURRIETA REGIONAL ANIMAL HOSPITAL 40165 Murrieta Hot Springs Rd, Ste L., Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Sidrah Nisar DVM, Inc, 4645 Temescal Canyon Rd Apt 203, Corona, CA 92883 This business is conducted by a Corporation This Corporation is registered in the state of CA The fictitious business name referred to above was filed in Riverside County on 06/10/2021 Signed by: Sidrah Nisar, President THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE RECORDER/COUNTY CLERK OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY ON 10/19/2023 LEGAL: 3984 PUBLISHED: October 27, November 3, 10, 17, 2023 Republished: January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 The file number was incorrect in the original publication.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT File Number: R-202317320 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: 1. TAENGKAEW LLC 2. THE VEGAN SPOT TEMECULA 3. THE VEGAN SPOT MURRIETA 4. VEGAN SPICE 5. VEGAN SPICE TEMECULA 6. CHIANGMAI SPA 7. CHIANGMAI THAI MASSAGE & SPA 8. TAENGKAEW BUSINESS CONSULTING 9. TAENGKAEW CONSULTING 10. BANGKOK THAI MASSAGE & SPA 11. BANGKOK THAI SPA 12. TAENGKAEW REAL ESTATE 31363 McCartney Drive, Winchester, CA 92596 Mailing address: 39525 Los Alamos Rd, Ste C #298, Murrieta, CA 92563 County: Riverside Taengkaew LLC, 31363 McCartney Drive, Winchester, CA 92596 This business is conducted by a Limited Liability Company This LLC is registered in the state of CA Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name listed above on 12/05/2023 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000).)

Registrant: Saroj Taengkaew, President Statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on 12/05/2023 NOTICE—IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUBDIVISION (a) OF SECTION 17920, A FICTITIOUS NAME STATEMENT GENERALLY EXPIRES AT THE END OF FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE ON WHICH IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, EXCEPT, AS PROVIDED IN SUBDIVISION (b) OF SECTION 17920, WHERE IT EXPIRES 40 DAYS AFTER ANY CHANGE IN THE FACTS SET FORTH IN THE STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 17913 OTHER THAN A CHANGE IN THE RESIDENCE ADDRESS OF A REGISTERED OWNER. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT OF ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE, OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411 ET SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS COPY IS A CORRECT COPY OF THE ORIGINAL STATEMENT ON FILE IN MY OFFICE. PETER ALDANA RIVERSIDE COUNTY CLERK. LEGAL: 4020 PUBLISHED: January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

SUMMONS SUMMONS FILED 08/24/23 CASE NUMBER: CVSW2307044 NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: Steven Whitaker, Dr. Nataliya Whitaker, Bogdana Whitaker, and Burnt Valley Land and Cattle LLC, A Texan Limited Liability Company YOU ARE BEING SUED BY PLAINTIFF: Augustin Pavel, Sr. NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Selfhelp Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you.

If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. If you do not file your response on time, you may lose the case by default, and your wages, money, and property may be taken without further warning from the court.

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

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

The name and address of the court: Southwest Justice Center 30755-F Auld Road, Murrieta, CA 92563 The name, address and telephone number of the plaintiff’s attorney is: John P. O’Connell, Attorney at Law, 42434 Business Park Drive, Temecula, CA 92590; 951587-8390 DATE: 08/24/23

by Janice Randle, Clerk of the Court LEGAL #: 4016 Published: December 29, 2023, January 5, 12, 19, 2024

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