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Prohibited gang members arrested for possession of a loaded shotgun and handgun See page 13A

Girl Scouts of CA’s CBC Chairman Talks HBCUs, Partners with MOXI, Impeachment and The Wolf Museum

#RootOutRacism

GSUSA’s CEO Sylvia Acevedo poses with Girl Scouts at MOXI

Ventura — Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast (GSCCC) and MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation have teamed up to offer a new Girl Scout patch, the council’s own GSCCC MOXI patch. This patch program provides girls and troops of all levels a fun and interesting way to engage with the exhibits at MOXI in Santa Barbara.

To earn it, Girl Scouts can GIRL SCOUTS, See page 10A

Steve Bannon’s

Run at the White House

Ends

By Lauren Victoria Burke (NNPA Newswire Contributor) Civil rights leaders and members of Congress praised the dismissal of Chief Strategist Steve Bannon from the White House; Bannon’s exit is just the latest departure from the chaotic Trump Administration, that has yet to win a major legislative victory.

Bannon seemed to be in good spirits after the White House announced that he would be leaving the coveted post.

In an interview with The Weekly Standard, Bannon said that he felt “jacked up.”

“Now I’m free. I’ve got my hands back on my

Chief of Staff Steve Bannon was recently dismissed from his post. This photo was taken during the 2017 Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in National Harbor, Maryland. (Gage Skidmore/Wikimedia Commons)

weapons,” Bannon told The Weekly Standard. “Someone said, ‘it’s Bannon the Barbarian.’ I am definitely going to crush the opposition.

BANNON, See page 10A

By Lauren Victoria Burke (NNPA Newswire Contributor) During a conference call with reporters, Rep. Cedric Richmond (D-La.), the chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), pledged to revisit the debate around impeachment when Congress returns after Labor Day and announced a new campaign to #RootOutRacism in the White House.

Richmond promised a “robust discussion” about impeachment by the CBC when Congress returns on September 5. The House of Representatives hasn’t been in session since July 28; members often travel to their home districts during the August recess.

With more than 400 days until the midterm elections of 2018, the CBC reaffirmed a position against the Trump Administration that would indicate that not much will change until Democrats are able to win a majority in the House or

Senate. Richmond insisted that the CBC will continue to focus on policies that impact African Americans, rather than the political spectacle that fills hours of cable news broadcasts.

In response to President Trump’s recent comments about the White nationalists’ rally in Charlottesville, Va., that was attended by Ku Klux Klan members, neo-Nazis and White supremacists, the CBC has reaffirmed a hard stance against the Trump Administration. The CBC declined an invitation to meet with Trump, weeks ago.

“Things will always reveal themselves if [we] give people time to do it,” said CBC Chairman Cedric Richmond (D-La.) regarding President Trump.

Richmond mentioned that members of the CBC held a recent conference call and that civil disobedience had not been ruled out as they confront Trump’s policies.

“We’ve come to the

conclusion that we are in a sad and shameful place,” Richmond told reporters. He then pointed to Trump advisors Sebastian Gorka and Stephen Miller by name as two members of the administration who, in his view, should not continue to work at the White House because of their White supremacist views.

“The people who work in the White House should not be White nationalists or White supremacists,” added Richmond. “This country is having a crisis of leadership.”

In a June 9 invitation, Trump had requested that all of the members of the CBC meet with him on a quarterly basis. On June 21, CBC leadership declined any further meetings with the president.

CBC, See page 10A

Courtesy of Deputy Nick Gildroy Many inmates are provided opportunities to work while in custody in Ventura County jails.

On November 22, 2016, Daniel Martinez, 26, was given that opportunity and was assigned as an inmate worker at the Pre-Trial Detention Facility. Martinez is currently serving a sentence for PC 530.5(a) – Identity Theft, HS 11378 – Possession For Sale Of A Controlled Substance, PC 273.5(a) – Inflict Corporal Injury on Current/Former Spouse, HS 11377(a) – Possession of a Controlled Substance and multiple probation violations.

During a random contraband search at the jail, Martinez was found to be in possession of drugs. After further investigation, it was discovered that Martinez’ wife, Ilyanna Hernandez, 21, had coordinated with her husband to purchase drugs and smuggle them into the jail. The investigation revealed that Martinez had approached a fellow inmate worker, Michael Curiale, 37, and arranged to have Curiale smuggle

drugs into the jail via the Ojai Police Station, where Curiale was assigned as an inmate worker. Curiale was

serving a sentence for VC 2800.2(a) – Evading An Officer, Willful Disregard.

Ilyanna Hernandez co-

CBC Chairman Cedric Richmond said that the CBC will revisit the debate over impeachment proceedings for President Donald Trump.

Four Suspects Plead Guilty to Smuggling Drugs into a Ventura County Jail

ordinated with Amber Castillo, 27, to buy drugs which were later thrown over a SMUGGLING, See page 10A

The NNPA Mourns the Loss of DICK GREGORY

WASHINGTON—The National Newspaper Publishers Association released the following statement about the death of Dick Gregory: The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) deeply mourns the passing of freedom fighter Dick Gregory.

Dick Gregory epitomized the rare combination of an intellectual genius and one of our greatest social visionaries. He was a pioneer of a unique brand of humor that broke barriers and defied racial stereotypes. As a civil rights activist, he worked on the frontline of the struggle for justice not only challenging socioeconomic and political disparities, but also fighting to empower the Black community.

Dick Gregory was a friend to the Black Press and he of-

Civil rights activist and groundbreaking comedian Dick Gregory died on Saturday, August 19. This photo was taken during a panel discussion on the protests in Ferguson following the shooting of unarmed teenager Michael Brown.

(Freddie Allen/AMG/NNPA)

ten participated in our conventions and other meetings.

Dick Gregory once said, “We thought I was going to

be a great athlete, and we were wrong, and I thought I was going to be a great entertainer, GREGORY, See page 10A

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Voices and View Points How to break free from being a “People Pleaser” Words to Live by

Dr. Lonnie G. McCowan, pastor of Miracle Center of Ventura

By Pastor Lonnie G. McCowan The need for other people to validate you, or give you permission to be amazing is very dangerous. This will cause you to become stuck and you will never realize your true potential. Most people who have a need to please people are struggling with inside fears of rejection. When you find yourself trying to do everything you can to make other people like you, or say nice things about you, it is a form of selfabuse. Self-abuse is when you stop caring for yourself. In a sense, you become emotionally unavailable for “YOU.” What causes a person to become a people pleaser and neglect their own dreams and goals in hopes that others will like them, is generally something that happened when they were very young. At some point, they were probably criticized consistently growing up. Having an early experi-

ence of crippling criticism from people that you look up to like parents, teachers, or peers, opens the door for this anxiety to please people for acceptance.

If you fail to get free from this you will begin to neglect with passive aggression, you will criticize yourself and be very sarcastic in conversations making yourself the punch line of the joke.

One of the biggest things you will do is overload your life and schedule trying to help someone else with their dreams and goals, while neglecting yours. Eventually this will destroy your relationships because you will never truly be happy and eventually it will show in areas of your life. You’ll start becoming more concerned about other people’s family, schedules, finances, health, etc., than your own. This neglect will eventually leave you stressed and depressed because the demands that you put on yourself because trying to please other people creates a cycle of defeat. It’s like being in quicksand; you slowly go down. The worst thing about this is you will be taken advantage of eventually. Even people who are not wanting to take advantage of you will find that you are overtaxing yourself to please others and they might just go along with you because they Paid Advertisement

think they are doing you a favor by letting you do them a favor.

How do you conquer this? First of all, you have to stop neglecting yourself! You do this by refocusing. Take the energy and time you are using to care for others and take care for YOURSELF. If helping someone is hurting you, you must back out.

Get busy exercising. Join a club. Do something for you and don’t feel bad. It’s okay for you to give yourself attention for a season. Here’s another thing you can do.

Practice saying, “No, I apologize. I can’t do that.” It is a legitimate answer. You really don’t need to explain beyond that. The statement, “No, I apologize. I can’t do that,” will eventually cause people to respect you because you respect yourself. Remember every single day we are training and teaching people how to treat us by the way we treat ourselves. If you neglect yourself people will neglect you; If you don’t take your time seriously, people won’t take your time seriously. I met a friend of mine for coffee at a local Starbucks.

We set the time for 9 a.m.; he arrived at 10 a.m. First, you have to know the only reason I was still there is because I always bring reading and writing material so that no PEOPLE, See page 10A

Volunteer corps to help County of Ventura combat graffiti in watershed channel

Graffiti mobilization event to draw more than 150 student volunteers, Aug. 26 WHAT: The County of Ventura and City of Oxnard Police Department are teaming up with California State University, Channel Islands (CSUCI), Gold Coast Transit and private citizen Marvin Boos, to mobilize a massive graffiti abatement event to beautify Oxnard’s watershed channels.

On Saturday, Aug. 26, a volunteer corps comprised of approximately 150 students from CSUCI’s Student Service Summit program, led by Boos, a longtime volunteer who specializes in graffiti removal, will tackle watershed channels where graffiti is prevalent. Ventura County Public Works Agency’s (VCPWA) Central Service Department’s Health & Safety Division will provide safety training to volunteers prior to the event, and VCPWA’s Watershed Protection District will provide paint and other materials for the job. The City Oxnard Police Department will assist with the paint supply set-up and will provide refreshments for the student volunteers. Additionally, Gold Coast Transit will donate three buses to shuttle volunteers and event staffers to and from the community service sites.

The event was coordinated by County of Ventura Supervisor John C. Zaragoza and CSUCI’s Police Department, which sought a community service project for incoming first year and transfer students.

“Great things happen when community members, businesses and government come together to accomplish a shared goal of preserving the beautification of our beloved community which benefits us all,” said Supervisor Zaragoza. “We are inspired by the work of our young adult volunteers and their commitment to civic service.”

Graffiti abatement in Ventura County watersheds is accomplished primarily through community volunteer efforts.

WHEN: Saturday, Aug. 26, at 10 a.m.

WHERE: Rice Road drain at Eastman, Oxnard WHO: Interview opportunities with representatives from County of Ventura, City of Oxnard, CSUCI and community volunteer Martin Boos.

Worth Repeating

The Mind Matters

By Patricia Lynn Belkowitz, C.Ht., EFT-CC The waning days of summer have been full of adventure and exploration.

I’ve been traveling. In fact, I’ve been exploring so much I haven’t had the opportunity to reflect on where I’ve been or to take care of the business of writing about it.

Sometimes it’s okay to put things on hold until you can give them the attention they deserve. It’s okay to explore other ways to get things done. You always have options. You always have choices. You get to decide, and you get to give yourself permission to do so. You are the boss of you. So, since I am the boss of me, I’ve decided to give myself permission to repeat a column from a few years ago. If you haven’t read it before, it really doesn’t matter if it is a repeat, because it is new

to you. If you have read it, I think you may find that it is worth repeating. In either case, enjoy.

Give Yourself Permission Do you remember field trips? A day of learning, exploring and adventure that took place outside of the classroom? Do you remember the excitement and anticipation leading up to the big day? And of course, you must not forget the all-important “permission slip” which was necessary proof that your parents knew where you were going and they with okay with you taking a day off from the responsibilities of school. Without it, you were unable to board the bus and were assigned to some other classroom to do stupid busywork. All the while your friends have 96 bottles of beer on the wall and you know you are missing out!

Patricia Lynn Belkowitz, C.Ht., EFT-CC

A field trip meant a bus ride, often to new and unfamiliar territory. You might even cross a state line! You got to sing silly songs and make faces at drivers passing by. Instead of your teacher telling you what to do, you were now instructed to listen to somebody’s mom or dad and stay with your buddy. Of course, teaming up with your good friend was always a REPEATING, See page 10A

Fear is Your Advantage Aspects Galore

By Sue Hines What is it you are most afraid of? What you fear is a clue to your center of gravity. It is a little window to your soul.

Fear is your advantage – let it feed your success!

“Fear” is the label for the flutter in your heart that makes you stop. It is the sinking, hollow feeling in the pit of your stomach, but it is also your greatest guide.

Fear triggers a host of changes that give us fantastic abilities for a short while.

The adrenaline pumping through us makes us superstrong, super-fast or it grants us uncanny hearing or sight.

The fight or flight response in the face of immediate present danger, is one thing, but what makes you fearful is so revealing.

What you are afraid of can be a powerful predictor of your personality and thus your actions.

More people are said to be afraid of public speaking than

they are of dying, so comedians joke that funeral goers would prefer to be in the coffin than delivering the eulogy.

Why are so many people afraid of public speaking? Psychologist, Dorothy Rowe, thinks this is a clue to our strengths.

Extroverts, she says, fear rejection and isolation more than death. The prospect of being discarded or left out is their worst fear.

Where’s the strength in that?

The fear pushes them to work harder to compromise, create harmony and to be supportive. It encourages them to build group coherence, to keep people engaged and participating.

Extroverts are the critical to our social survival.

Introverts, on the other hand, are more afraid of their world and things collapsing around them. Their biggest fear is the chaos.

How can that be a strength?

Here the fear keeps people

striving to achieve organization and control. They work hard to bring about and keep order and predictability. Introverts keep everything working.

Fear as a motivator offers us a little insight into our own behaviors, but is only one dimension of our personalities.

To really use your fear to your advantage, you probably need to look across a few different dimensions.

Doing so will guarantee you have a more fulfilling life.

Sue Hines is a life-long seeker and student of the art of finding meaning and purpose in life. Sue has three decades experience in marketing and consulting experience with large and small businesses, including some of the world’s most famous and powerful brands. Sue’s passion is working with the small business owner or entrepreneur, helping them find the center for their brand.

For more information, visit www.AspectsGalore.com.

Why We Need to Keep Ensuring

Happy Birthdays for Medicare and Medicaid

By Congresswoman Joyce Beatty On July 30th, our country marked Medicare and Medicaid’s 52nd birthday— enacted as Title XVIII and Title XIX of the Social Security Act, and signed into law as part of Lyndon Johnson’s 1965 War on Poverty.

For the very first time in our country, all Americans aged 65 or older were assured hospital, post-hospital extended care, and home health coverage, while states gained the option of receiving federal funding to provide health care services to low income children, their caretaker relatives, the blind, and individuals with disabilities.

Over the decades, Republicans joined with Democrats on a number of bipartisan proposals to make the programs stronger, more responsive, and expanded them to include more vulnerable Americans. The

history of these successful programs should serve as a roadmap for the current 115th Congress and its consideration of healthcare in this country.

Birthdays are celebrations, a time to reflect on the past and look to the future.

Yet, for Medicare and Medicaid, this year is anything but a celebration. That’s because these two programs— which provide healthcare

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LAPD Shooting Of Unarmed Black Man Justified, Says Panel

By Michael Balsamo LOS ANGELES — Los Angeles police officers acted within department policy when they fatally shot an 18-year-old man last year, whose death sparked a series of protests across the city, the police department’s civilian oversight panel ruled.

The determination from the Los Angeles Police Commission found the officers involved in the October 2016 shooting death of Carnell Snell Jr. were justified in using deadly force.

But the panel faulted the tactics used by the officers.

Three people were arrested after several activists began protesting at the panel’s weekly meeting.

Snell was shot after officers tried to pull over a car he was in because it had paper license plates that

didn’t match the year of the vehicle. Snell jumped out and ran, and a chase followed, police said.

After the shooting, activists and angry residents criticized police and dismissed the police department’s account that Snell had been armed. The outcry led the city’s police chief, Charlie Beck, to take the unusual step of publicly disclosing video showing Snell holding the gun. Los Angeles police typically release video of police shootings only after being ordered to do so by a judge.

The surveillance video released by police showed Snell crouching behind an SUV parked at a strip mall and pulling a gun from the waistband of his sweatpants, but the footage failed to capture him

when officers say he twice turned toward them holding the loaded semi-automatic handgun.

Officers fired three shots that missed Snell, who then climbed a fence and turned again toward the officers while holding the gun, police said. Police fired three more times, hitting Snell in the torso and knee and killing him.

The union that represents Los Angeles police officers commended the oversight panel for making “the correct ruling on this justified use of force.”

“When an armed suspect points a gun at a police officer, that officer must act to protect themselves and members of the public,” said Craig Lally, the president of the Los Angeles Police Protective League.

LAPD, See page 10A

Congresswoman Lee, Quad Caucus Demand Removal of Steve Bannon, Sebastian Gorka and Stephen Miller from White House

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Barbara Lee and leadership of the Congressional Quad-Caucus – which is composed of chairs of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), the Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC) and the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) – sent a letter to President Donald Trump calling for the immediate removal of Steve Bannon, Sebastian Gorka and Stephen Miller from the White House. Bannon, Gorka and Miller serve as senior advisors to the President.

Congresswoman Barbara Lee and Congressional QuadCaucus leadership released the following statements upon release of the letter.

Congresswoman Barbara Lee (CA-13): “The white supremacists who descended upon Charlottesville have brought vile racism, hatred and bigotry to the forefront of our political discourse once again. We cannot address the dangerous spread of white supremacy in America without honestly examining its influence on the Oval Office. President Trump has elevated hate and discrimination to the highest levels of our government.

From the Muslim Ban, to raids on immigrant communities, a ban on transgender

Congresswoman Barbara Lee

Americans serving in our military, attempts to revive the failed war on drugs and an all-out assault on civil and human rights, the influence of the alt-right is clear in the Trump Administration’s policy agenda.

“Steve Bannon, Sebastian Gorka and Stephen Miller have long embraced the views of white supremacists, white nationalists and NeoNazis. These prejudiced ideologies have no place in the highest office in our land.

I urge President Trump to remove Steve Bannon, Stephen Miller and Sebastian Gorka from the White House without delay.”

CAPAC Chairwoman Judy Chu (CA-27): “President Trump's delayed denunciation of white supremacists and their violent actions in Charlot-

tesville, Virginia this past weekend cannot be separated from this Administration's ongoing assault on racial and religious minorities. This is not surprising, as the President has filled his inner circle with known supporters of white supremacists, including Steve Bannon, Stephen Miller, and Sebastian Gorka. Their continued presence in the White House is not only an affront to communities across this nation that were threatened and attacked by the violent protests over the weekend, but is a direct contradiction to President Trump's own delayed condemnation of white supremacists, neo-Nazis, and the KKK. Actions speak louder than words.

I join my colleagues and call upon President Trump to remove these white supremacists from office, and take action to defeat hate.”

CBC Chairman Cedric Richmond (LA-02): “If President Trump truly wants to start healing the country post-Charlottesville, he should fire the white supremacists working for him in the White House. Bannon, Miller, and Gorka shouldn’t be advising any president of the United States, especially on issues that affect African Americans and other marginalized groups.”

Treasurer John Chiang Releases Statement on Wells Fargo Board of Directors Changes

SACRAMENTO – “I am encouraged by these latest steps taken by Wells Fargo and hope they will prove

Treasurer John Chiang

helpful in beginning to put the wheels back on the bank’s trademark stagecoach.”

“For months I have been calling for a total reboot of this California-based bank with its storied history reaching back to the Gold Rush. Today, at last, we may be seeing that occurring. In April, I called for the ouster of seven members of the bank’s board of directors – John D. Baker, Lloyd H. Dean, Enrique Hernandez, Cynthia Milligan, Frederico Pena, Stephen W. Sanger and Susan G. Swenson.

“Wells Fargo has announced that three of those members – Milligan, Sanger and Swenson -- will be gone in December.

“But it is not enough.

“The seven directors, five of whom served on its corporate responsibility committee, are the people ultimately responsible for the bank’s assets, culture, and behavior.

Yet they were MIA as a parade of scandals formed on their watch. They must be held accountable for allowing greed to time and again trump integrity and for fail-

ing to protect their customers and the banking public.

“Therefore, I am renewing my call for the additional directors to leave, or be replaced.

The still growing list of wrongs perpetrated by the bank against consumers exposed since 2016 include: • The bank pursued a sales quota scheme that resulted in the opening of 3.5 million phony accounts in the names of customers.

In July it was revealed the practice may have begun as long as a decade ago.

• The bank attempted to block customers from filing lawsuits over the phony accounts, forcing them instead into arbitration citing terms of agreements they signed with the bank when they opened their actual accounts.

• Also in July, news broke that as many as 800,000 consumers were forced by the bank to buy “lender-placed” car insurance they did not need, tipping a quarter of a million Wells Fargo customers into delinquency and triggering 25,000 wrongful vehicle repossessions.

• Only a week ago Wells Fargo agreed to pay $108 million to settle a lawsuit that claimed it overcharged veterans under a federal mortgage refinancing program.

“The record now shows that as the light of public scrutiny has grown brighter and brighter, new scandals have scurried out of the dark corners of Wells Fargo’s culture of callousness toward customers.

“Until that culture is changed I will continue to call for more to be done.”

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News On Education Word-Finds Animal Groups These terms sound poetic, but they’re real expressions for groups of animals. Some, like a “skulk” of foxes, seem quite appropriate. Every capitalized word listed is contained within the group of letters below. Words can be found in a straight line horizontally, vertically, or diagonally. They may be read either forward or backward.

1. BALE (turtles) 2. BED (snakes) 3. BEVY (quail) 4. BOUQUET (pheasants in flight) 5. CETE (badgers) 6. CHARM (finches) 7. CLOWDER (cats) 8. COLONY (frogs) 9. CONFUSION (guinea fowls) 10. COVEY (partridges) 11. DROVE (sheep) 12. FLIGHT (birds) 13. FLOCK (sheep) 14. GAGGLE (geese) 15. GANG (elks) 16. HERD (elephants) 17. HIVE (bees) 18. HOST (sparrows) 19. HUSK (hares) 20. KENNEL (dogs)

21. KNOT (toads) 22. LABOR (moles) 23. LEAP (leopards) 24. MURMURATION (starlings) 25. MUSTER (peacocks) 26. NEST (vipers) 27. PACK (wolves) 28. PARLIAMENT (owls) 29. POD (seals) 30. PRIDE (lions)

31. SHOAL (fish, esp. bass) 32. SHREWDNESS (apes) 33. SKEIN (geese in flight) 34. SKULK (foxes) 35. TEAM (ducks) 36. TROOP (monkeys) 37. WATCH (nightingales) Answers on page 10A

Sudoku

To solve a Sudoku puzzle, place a number into each box so that each row across, each column down, and each small 3 x 3 square with the larger diagram (there are 9 of these) will contain every number from 1 through 9. In other words, no number will appear more than once in any row, column, or smaller 3 x 3 square. Working with the number already given as a guide complete each diagram with the missing numbers that will lead to the correct solution.

Answers on page 10A

Crossword Companion

ACROSS 1. Trio that follows A 4. Half a dance 7. Prejudice 11. Singing brothers’ surname 13. Grab greedily 14. Poker’s price 15. Construction worker of kiddy TV (3 wds.)

18. Happen 19. Boater’s blades 20. Jumbo 22. Jewish clergyman 26. Spider’s weaving 29. Long-running comedy show (abbr.)

31. Sir’s female counterpart 32. Regret greatly 33. Garment folds 36. Enjoy Aspen 37. Bachelor of _____ 39. Actress Dolores _____ Rio 40. Coop inhabitant 41. Military stations 43. Beak 45. “________ Around” (2 wds.)

48. Ford lemon 52. Rockies, e.g. (2 wds.)

56. Piece of sculpture 57. Bering _______ 58. Hindu philosophy 59. Warlike god 60. Recipe measurement (abbr.)

61. Chinese skillet DOWN 1. Baseball’s Ruth

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Eight-Year-Old Entrepreneur Writes Best Selling Book

Most eight-years-olds are in the third grade, and many of them are still struggling to read and write. But eight-year-old Nia Mya Reese from Birmingham, Alabama has already written a best-selling book!

Nia was just in the first grade when, as a class assignment, she wrote about something she was good at -- taking care of her annoying little brother, Ronald Michael.

Within two years, Nia turned this assignment into a bestseller entitled, “How To Deal With and Care For Your Annoying Little Brother.” It’s now one of the most popular kids books on Amazon, and in addition to doing book signings all over the country, she has also been featured on CBS Evening News, NBC’s Harry talk show, and in Stylist magazine.

Nia’s mother encouraged

8-year-old entrepreneur and author, Nia Mya Reese

her to continue working on her story, even after the assignment was completed.

Her story was so amazing because, even though she finds her little brother to be annoying, she teaches the importance of patience, love and kindness.

Nia says she actually

likes being a big sister, and she hopes her book will teach other kids how they too can be a good older sibling.

For more details about Nia Mya Reese, follow her on Twitter at www.twitter. com/niamyareese or buy her book on www.Amazon.com

Lady Gaga Stars in New PSA to Support Education and Inspire Positive Classrooms

(NewsUSA) - Students today face not only academic challenges, but also the emotional challenges of stress brought on by negative classroom environments, according to data from a recent survey by the Sesame Workshop.

In the survey, 86 percent of teachers and 70 percent of parents reported worrying that "the world is an unkind place for children."

In addition, teachers face financial challenges to making their classrooms places where students can succeed.

Data from the Education Market Association show that nearly all public school teachers (99.5 percent) dip into their own money to purchase classroom supplies, and many of them spend as much as $400 per year on basic items.

To help ease the burden on teachers and foster an atmosphere of kindness and tolerance in the classroom, Staples, Inc., is partnering

with music icon Lady Gaga to create a series of public service announcements.

The public service campaign includes 15-, 30- and 60-second TV and radio spots in which Lady Gaga encourages positive behavior and attitudes, as well as support for students and teachers in reaching their educational goals.

The PSAs also highlight two charities: DonorsChoose.org, which allows individuals to contribute to more than 25,000 classroom projects for teachers across the coun-

try; and the Born This Way Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded by Lady Gaga and her mother, Cynthia Germanotta, to support and empower children, teens, and young adults. As part of its mission to support education, Staples announced donations of $1 million each to DonorsChoose.org and the Born This Way Foundation.

"I want kids to love themselves, fearlessly," Lady Gaga says in a video on the StaplesforStudents. org website.

LADY GAGA, See page 10A

Ventura College and Bellevue University

Establish Transfer Agreement

2. Wheedling contraction 3. Societal newcomers 4. ______ Guevara 5. Vagrant 6. Drink for Juan 7. Holiday tree 8. Neighbor of Ky. 9. Gobbled up 10. Priest’s lecture (abbr.)

12: Toe accident 16. Caper 17. Discount rack abbr.

21. White-bearded antelope 23. Great party 24. Make bread 25. “______ over my head” (2 wds.)

26. Enfold 27. Continental currency

28. Lays odds 30. Calculator display (abbr.)

34. Actor Howard 35. Sneakier 38. Chores 42. Cpl.’s boss 44. Personal calendar abbr.

46. New York’s coast 47. Makes knots 49. Winter sight 50. Word on a waffle box 51 . Roof problem 52. Businessperson’s degree (abbr.)

53. “Flags of _______ Fathers” 54. Practice 55. Sofa snooze Answers on page 10A

Ventura, Calif. – The Ventura County Community College District and Ventura College have established a transfer agreement with Bellevue University, a non-profit higher education institution with more than 50,000 graduates worldwide.

The agreement grants Ventura College students, who meet the qualifying criteria, guaranteed admission into Bellevue University’s online bachelor’s degree programs.

It also includes a civic center lease for office space for the university on the Ventura College campus.

Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission through the U.S. Department of Education, Bellevue University is recognized nationally as a leader in preparing students with career-relevant knowledge and skills for lifelong success. It is ranked among the nation’s top military-friendly and open-access institu-

tions and serves students at its main campus located in Bellevue, Nebraska, and worldwide online.

“The transfer agreement with Bellevue University will provide our graduates an on-line pathway to a bachelor’s degree,” stated Ventura College President David Keebler.

“This partnership aligns with our strategic goal to provide our community multiple online resources to increase access to higher education,” stated Keebler.

“My objective is to make transferring to Bellevue University with an associate’s degree from Ventura College simple and cost effective for students,” stated Bellevue University Relationship Manager Spellman Cunningham. “We want students who attend Bellevue University to incur minimum financial debt,” said Cunningham.

Ventura College students transferring with an asso-

ciate’s degree will receive credit for all coursework in their degree program and enter Bellevue University with junior status. This is applicable for both traditional and accelerated bachelor’s degree programs. Students may complete and transfer 18 community college credit hours in addition to the 60 credit hours required for the associate’s degree. A completed bachelor’s degree requires 127 credit hours. Transfer students must complete a minimum of 30 hours at Bellevue University (online courses satisfy residence requirements). Bellevue University’s on-line tuition is $410 per credit hour; online tuition for active-duty military students is $210 per credit hour.

Bellevue University also offers a one-time Fellowship Grant to community college employees based on their employment status; employees who work part-time TRANSFER, See page 10A

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Floyd Mayweather apologizes for using gay slur in introspective moment

Floyd Mayweather works out in front of media at his gym in Las Vegas

By Kevin Iole LAS VEGAS – Several large men milled around the door at 4020 Schiff Drive in an innocuous strip mall in the Chinatown district of this gambling mecca, watching over empty parking spaces in front reserved for the boss’ gleaming white Rolls Royce.

Inside, the sweltering boxing gym was packed shoulder-to-shoulder with boxers, trainers, media, publicists and assorted hangers-on, each of them eager to get a glimpse of the impending show.

Floyd Mayweather arrived fashionably late and quickly set about the task at hand.

He’s going for his 50th win in his 50th fight, a mark that would allow him to surge ahead of the legendary heavyweight champion Rocky Marciano, who retired at the peak of his powers in 1955 with a 49-0 record.

He’s about to face another unbeaten boxer, though that comes with a caveat. Conor McGregor, the UFC lightweight champion, is unbeaten in the ring because he’s never boxed. Nevertheless, he will be standing across from Mayweather at about 9 p.m. PT on Aug. 26 at the T-Mobile Arena in what could be the largest-grossing fight in history.

Mayweather was cool, calm and collected in answering a number of questions while holding court with the media. He was reflective, a guy who knew the end of the line was near. He’s 40 and has made his share of mistakes. He’s learned from them, he insists, and strives to be better.

Off the cuff, he apologized for using a gay slur during the press tour that kicked off the promotion of the fight with McGregor, and he spoke of how he was bothered by what he perceived were racist remarks coming from McGregor.

“There are certain boundaries you just don’t cross,” Mayweather said. “In the press tour when I said something toward lesbians or gays when I said something toward him.

I apologized, but him calling us monkeys, you have to realize, we went through years and years of up and down. Black Americans went through a lot. But I’m a strong individual. We live and we learn and hopefully after Aug. 26, he won’t be speaking that same language.”

Leonard Ellerbe, the normally cool CEO of Mayweather Promotions, was far more agitated and excited than his fighter.

He railed at those who questioned that the bout is not a sellout, and he praised Mayweather’s vision and instinct for promoting.

Mayweather, though, was different than he’d been at times in the past. In the past, he’s stomped around the VIP Room at the MGM Grand and lectured a reporter about the dangers of boxing and the risks of brain trauma fighters face.

He spoke evenly and without a hint of anger or resentment. The only time his temper seemed to raise a little is when he was asked about meeting McGregor in New York.

McGregor had gone off on Mayweather the day before at a news conference in Toronto, and Mayweather said he approached McGregor, almost as if to test him.

Aaron Donald’s holdout threatening Kyrie Irving would reportedly to last into regular season

By Zach Pereles The Los Angeles Rams welcomed Sean McVay as their new head coach this offseason, hoping he could help spearhead a new era for the team in its second year in Los Angeles. But the youngest head coach in league history has had to start that process without his best player, and it looks like things may continue that way.

Defensive tackle Aaron Donald has held out of Rams training camp over contract disputes, and that holdout could continue into the regular season, ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports.

Per Schefter, one source

Aaron Donald

“speculated that he could envision Donald sitting out 2017” but admitted that “a lot can change in any negotiation in a hurry.” Generally, though, there is pessimism about a deal being done any time soon, and both sides,

while still in touch, remain far apart in their negotiations.

Donald has been one of the best defensive players in the league since he was drafted three years ago out of the University of Pittsburgh.

The 2014 NFL AP Defensive Rookie of the Year, Donald has amassed 28 sacks and 163 total tackles in his professional career, making the Pro Bowl each season. Few players can occupy space in the middle and rush the passer like he can.

He was present at mandatory minicamp in June but hasn’t been with the team since.

The Rams start their regular season Sept. 10 against Indianapolis.

sign extension with Spurs

By Kristian Winfield Any team entertaining a Kyrie Irving trade does so knowing he has two years left on his contract and can become a free agent in 2019. But according to ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski, one team is willing to pull the trigger on a deal knowing the All-Star point guard would re-sign long term: the San Antonio Spurs.

The Spurs have interest in Irving, league sources say, and Irving’s willingness to commit to an extension with the Spurs makes for legitimate win-

Kyrie Irving

now deal possibilities for Cleveland.

Irving approached Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert for

a trade in July; he no longer wanted to play alongside LeBron James and gave ownership a list of five teams he would like to play for. That list included San Antonio.

Cleveland, with new general manager Koby Altman in tow, has not been in a rush to move the All-Star guard who has been a linchpin in the franchise’s three straight NBA Finals appearances and lone championship in 2016. Irving does not hold a no-trade clause and cannot dictate his new team even if Cleveland wants to keep him.

Isaiah Thomas’ health will be the Boston Celtics top concern this season

By Joe Scirto The Boston Celtics have made an abundance of moves this offseason through trades, the draft, and free agency, but the health of Isaiah Thomas‘ hip will ultimately determine the Celtics chances against the Cleveland Cavaliers when the 2018 playoffs roll around.

During Game 2 of the 2017 Eastern Conference Finals against the Cleveland Cavaliers, Celtics guard Isaiah Thomas aggravated a right hip injury he originally sustained in March of the regular season. An injury that forced him to miss the rest of the series, erasing any hope the Celtics had of upsetting a heavily favored, LeBron James led, Cavaliers team.

Thomas’ injury has since drawn comparisons to the one suffered by former Syracuse Orange and Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jonny Flynn. Both Thomas and Flynn are of similar stature, shorter players with exceptional athletic ability. Flynn’s injury required surgery and soon ended his professional basketball career. Although doctors have determined that Thomas does not currently need surgery, at only 5’9, his hips and lower body are essential to the deadly hesi-

Isaiah Thomas

tation moves he combines with elite quickness and ball handling to make up for a lack of height. A lingering hip injury could potentially be devastating to his overall game.

When the 2018 playoffs near, Boston will likely be in a tight race with Cleveland for the number one seed in the Eastern Conference. Securing the top seed will be crucial in a series against Cleveland and Thomas will need to be at full-strength if the Celtics are to do so. If he is not, Boston’s chances take a significant plunge. If he is, LeBron will be faced with his greatest Eastern Conference challenge since the Miami Heat narrowly edged the Celtics out in 7 games during the 2012 Conference Finals.

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Baltimore Quietly Removes Support Drops For Charter Schools Confederate Statues Overnight

A monument dedicated to the Confederate Women of Maryland lies on a flatbed trailer near the intersection of Charles St. and University Parkway after it was taken down.

By Juliet Linderman BALTIMORE — Baltimore Mayor Catherine Pugh has a few words of advice for leaders in other cities who might want to get rid of Confederate monuments: “Do it quietly and quickly.”

On Tuesday, August 15, Pugh ordered four statues in Baltimore removed under the cover of night. In the morning, city residents awoke to empty marble

plinths.

Crews began removing the city’s Confederate monuments late Tuesday and finished at about 5:30 a.m. Wednesday. The city also removed a statue of Marylander Roger B. Taney, the U.S. Supreme Court justice who wrote the Dred Scott decision denying citizenship to African Americans.

Pugh made the decision to remove the monuments

that night in order to avoid attention.

“It was important that we move quickly and quietly,” Pugh said, “and that’s what we did.”

Elliott Cummings, a member of the Maryland Sons of Confederate Veterans, denounced Pugh’s “barbarism and Taliban-esque actions” in tearing down the statues. “I’m angry and very sad at the same time.”

Cummings also said he doesn’t think the city followed proper protocols, which would have included getting approval from the Maryland Historical Trust to remove the monuments.

John Coleman, public information officer for the Trust, said in a statement that while “the formal process of removing the monuments was not followed, due to the rapidly evolving circumstances MHT will work with the city on the relocation, restoration or preservation, etc., decided in accordance with the current easements.”

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Georgia Teacher Shoots Himself Inside Classroom

iff’s Office stated that the teacher managed to get the attention of an employee who immediately called 911. The teacher was flown from the high school to a local hospital, where he has been in stable condition.

Fox 5 Atlanta reported school resource officers secured the building immediately after the shooting. Students that were in the school at the time were moved to the gymnasium so that they could be with their parents.

Concerned parents at Lithia Springs H.S. rushed over as soon as they learned teacher shot himself

By Diannah Watson At Lithia Springs High School in Georgia, a teacher shot himself Thursday, August 17, according to authorities.

Douglas County School officials say that around

7:15 a.m., the teacher shot himself in an empty classroom. There were no students or staff members present during the shooting.

After shooting himself, the Douglas County Sher-

By Diannah Watson On Sunday morning, August 14, two gunmen wearing bandanas ran towards a church shooting and killing two men.

In Chicago, Emmanuel Flemming and Michael Swift were killed walking up the steps of South Austin’s Friendship Baptist Church.

Flemming was an usher at the church and was taking his three kids to church, who are all under the age of 10. Swift who was not a member of the church was only visiting.

According to witnesses, the gunmen ran from a gas station across the street and began opening fire on the church. Flemming’s yelled for his kids to take shelter inside of the church.

At that time the church was in the midst of its praise and worship when Flemming’s children came running through the doors of the church.

When the sound of the bullets could be heard, the congregation hit the floor for protection. A senior member recalling the incident remembers hearing the Fleming’s kids cry, “I want my dad!”

Flemming was rushed to Stroger Hospital while Swift was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital where they were pronounced dead.

Rev. Reginald Bachus was shocked by the event and told the Chicago Tribune, “It’s just hard for me to believe that something like this could happen on a Sunday morning. Two young men on their way to church…I think that’s the hardest part for me to grasp.”

According to officials, the gunmen got away in a silver or gray SUV and headed South.

The Chicago Police Department is diligently working to find and arrest the two gunmen according to Deputy Chief Al Nagode.

Father Killed Protecting His Kids

By Maria Danilova WASHINGTON — Expanding charter schools around the country is losing support among Americans, even as President Donald Trump and his administration continue to push for school choice, according to a survey released.

Trump campaigned on a promise to dramatically improve school choice — charter schools and private school voucher programs — and his Education Secretary Betsy DeVos has made it a priority. But so far the message does not appear to have hit home with the public.

About 39 percent of respondents favor opening more charters — schools that are funded by public money, but usually operated independently of school districts — according to the survey

by Education Next, a journal published by Harvard’s Kennedy School and Stanford University. That’s down from 51 percent last year.

Supporters of charter schools had feared that

Trump’s polarizing rhetoric could hurt the schoolchoice movement.

But the authors of the report say the decline in support for charters can’t be linked directly to Trump.

They say support for charters slipped almost equally across party lines: by 11 percent among Democrats and by 13 percent among Republicans.

They also emphasize that private school vouchers and voucher-type programs, championed by Trump, have seen stable support and declining opposition. Finally, when respondents were told that Trump was advocating for charter schools, overall support increased by 6 percentage points.

“We can’t say definitively what is responsible for the decline,” said Martin West, associate professor of education at Harvard University and a co-author of the report. West speculated that the drop may have been caused by continued opposition from teachers unions and many

Democrats plus debates over charters’ effectiveness.

“These developments may have led to a souring of the charter brand,” West said.

Meanwhile, opposition to publicly funded vouchers that help parents pay private school tuition dropped from 44 percent last year to 37 percent; 45 percent of respondents currently favor the idea. When it comes to tax credit-funded scholarships, resistance fell from 29 percent to 24 percent, while support was at 54 percent now.

To others, the Trump effect is more apparent. On the campaign trail, Trump spoke of funding a $20 billion school choice program and has proposed major cuts to long-standing K-12 programs, such as teacher preparation and after-school classes, while requesting more funding for charters and vouchers. DeVos has faced criticism from the left for promoting solely school choice and paying little attention to public schools.

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Spotlight on Health: Senior Living: More than 20 Years Helping Cancer Patients and Saving Lives

(NewsUSA) - Where can I get good information about my disease and treatments? Is there anyone I can talk with who has been through this?

What will treatment cost?

These are just a few of the hundreds of questions Blood Cancer Information Specialists at The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) answer day in and day out.

Because there are so many recent breakthrough discoveries in cancer treatments, patients and caregivers need up-to-date information, education, and support to help navigate these complex diseases, treatments, and financial, emotional, and social challenges.

According to LLS President and CEO Louis J. DeGennaro, Ph.D., "There is no other organization that provides the level of patient support and service

that LLS does. Our trained, compassionate Blood Cancer Information Specialists spend hours talking with patients -- many of them newly diagnosed -- about their disease, clinical trials, how to talk to their physician, and so much more.

"In addition to our significant investment in research to find cures, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is a patients-first organization.

We launched our Blood Cancer Information Specialist group in 1997 -- this work is in our DNA!" The LLS Information Specialists are social workers and nurses who work one-on-one with blood cancer patients and caregivers, connecting them to free personalized information tailored to a patient's specific diagnosis as well as to a variety of free resources

and services, including: • Clinical Trial Support Center -- A highly unique and comprehensive service to assist patients in accessing clinical trials.

• Financial Support -Assistance with the cost of treatment, transportation and daily expenses.

• LLS Community -- A free online network providing support and education to thousands of blood cancer patients and their caregivers.

• Patti Robinson Kaufmann First Connection Program -- Peerto-peer support program to help patients and caregivers cope by matching them with trained volunteers who have also been touched firsthand by a blood cancer.

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How Continuous Learning Helps Aging Seniors

Why are doctors and lawyers made to go out and get continuing education credits? It keeps them sharp, exposes them to new ideas, and keeps them growing and progressing in their fields.

This doesn’t only work for folks with jobs that need expensive degrees. Everyone benefits from continuing their education throughout their life.

Making education and mentally challenging activities a regular part of your routine significantly lowers your risk of dementia later in life.

Continuous Learning Outside of A Classroom: Get A Hobby One of the easiest ways to continue stimulating your brain is learning new skills and starting new hobbies.

Scientists used to think that doing simple crossword puzzles or listening to classical music in the evening would greatly benefit the brain. New studies have been showing learning how to do something new is even better.

Now, your new hobby

doesn’t have to be expensive or complicated. It should challenge you though.

Try something like counted cross-stitch which uses different parts of the brain at the same time. The fine needlework not only needs focused concentration but logical reasoning while you count, plus the beautiful results light up the brain’s pleasure centers.

Even something as simple as puzzle building can be complex enough to start encouraging cell growth.

Not good with your hands? Take up photography or start going to acting classes. The arts engage the whole brain, not only different levels memory but highlevel cognitive centers, so they are the most beneficial.

Using the Latest Technology to Your Benefit: Learn How to Use a New Piece of Tech Another amazing way to keep your neurons firing is learning new technology.

While it can be scary to learn how to use something new, it’s super great for your brain.

Technology doesn’t just give you a new learning challenge. Getting the newest smartphone or tablet gives you unlimited access and connection to your loved ones.

What If Dementia Has Already Begun?

Even if you or a loved one are in the beginning stages of dementia these strategies can still help.

Focusing on engaging activities for the brain is a great place to start for continuous learning.

Even cooking and basic household cleaning can help an aging brain. These activities require many levels of brain activity to be successful. Encourage whoever is suffering to do all they can.

If you find yourself struggling with taking care of someone who has dementia, or simply want some techniques to cope better with aging yourself, don’t be afraid to reach out to a professional for help. A counselor specialized in aging and seniors consulting is even better!

As you age, people experience changes in the sleep patterns they had for years. Some people have the habit of sleeping early; some have less deep sleep while there are others who wake up early. However, it is not completely normal for people to have sleeping disorders. Whether you are 6 or 60, you need to have proper sleep to stay healthy emotionally and physically. If you are experiencing a sleep disorder these tips will help.

Why do you need better sleep when you are older?

It is important to have a quality sleep as it helps to improve memory formation and concentration. Deep sleep allows your body to repair cell damage as well as strengthen the immunity.

People who have sleep disorders suffer from depression, memory problems, attention, etc. Such people also have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, weight problems, diabetes and breast cancer in women.

Know the issues Some of the causes of sleep disorder can be treated. By knowing such causes, you will be able to solve the problems

and have improved sleep. It can be reasons like stress, depression, anxiety, trauma, etc.

Some of the common causes are: Poor sleep environment Consumption of alcohol or watching TV at bedtime will inhibit deep sleep. So it becomes important to have the room dark, quiet and comfortable.

Medication With growing age, people tend to consume more medications and this comes with some side-effects, this can hamper the sleep causing some disorders. So in such scenario, it becomes necessary to consult a doctor and get the medications

City of Oxnard Senior Services Commission is accepting grant applications through September 15, 2017.

Organizations that serve seniors in the Oxnard area can apply for grant funding. "A total of $44,600 in grants is available next calendar year."

Applications are available at the Senior Services Offices at Wilson Park, 350 N. C St., or by visiting the se-

niors.oxnardrec.org website.

Application must be submitted to the Senior Services Office no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, September 15, 2017.

The Senior Services Commission will review the applications and forward their recommendations to the Oxnard City Council for final review and approval.

Grants are expected to be awarded in late December.

changed.

Lack of exercise People with older age tend to have a sedentary lifestyle. Such people either experience less sleep or are sleepier throughout the day.

So it would be better to have an exercise routine or do aerobics to promote good sleep.

Stress People experience stress for a number of reasons like death of a loved one, retirement, change in lifestyle, etc. Adding meditation to your routine or talking to someone face-to-face helps.

Less social engagement People who have less social engagement do have trouble falling in sleep. So it becomes important to meet people by joining senior’s group or joining some classes.

Now what?

Bringing about some changes in lifestyle can help to have better sleep. You can make simple changes by not using mobile and other devices at night, using your bedroom for activities other than sex and sleep, keeping the clock away so you can’t hear it ticking, etc. Eating and exercising right can help too. If you have persistent issues we suggest consulting a doctor.

What’s Worse Than Obesity? Tips for Better Sleep as you Age Experts Say Loneliness

By Ruthie Hawkins A new study suggests that loneliness could become an even bigger public health threat than obesity.

According to an AARP’s Loneliness Study, presented at the 2017 annual convention of the American Psychological Association, people have felt increasingly lonely and isolated in recent years.

The physical and psychological ramifications could prove more detrimental than the effects of obesity.

“There is robust evidence that social isolation and loneliness significantly increase risk for premature mortality, and the magnitude of the risk exceeds that of many leading health indicators,” said Ju-

lianne Holt-Lunstad, PhD, professor of psychology at Brigham Young University and lead author of the study, in a press release.

The study, consisting of two meta-analyses of previous data covering 218 studies, discovered that social

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isolation, including living alone, caused the risk of premature death to surge.

Shockingly, the findings indicated a greater impact on dying early than obesity.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), nearly 40 percent of adults age 20 and over are obese. While, children age 12-19 pose the greatest risk of obesity, at just over 20 percent.

How to Combat Loneliness So, how does one combat loneliness? The answer could be as simple as visiting your local recreation center, the study states.

Additionally, people should prepare for retirement socially as well as financially, as many social ties are related to the workplace, HoltLunstad noted. She added community planners should make sure to include shared social spaces that encourage gathering and interaction, such as recreation centers and community gardens.

Other ways to get up, get out, and interact include: Get help: Understand that loneliness is a feeling and not a fact. Because it can be painful, plugging into care, rather than withdrawing from others is a first step.

Try a hobby: You are not alone. Love hiking, biking, running, even knitting?

Identify and join groups with common interests – a natural basis for the beginning of a friendship.

Volunteer: Everyone has a passion. Find a way to lend your time with a movement or organization that aligns with what makes you tick.

Senior Services Commission Accepting Grant Applications

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Entertainment News

Shonda Rhimes Moves From ABC To Netflix

By Tonya Pendleton Shonda Rhimes is on her way to become the most powerful woman in TV, if she’s not already, although a woman named Oprah might have her beat a little. Rhimes, the woman behind the ABC hit shows Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and How To Get Away With Murder has just left her longtime deal with ABC Studios and signed on to Netflix in what is another sign of the increasingly fragility of broadcast network television.

Via The Hollywood Reporter: In a testament to the competition for talent, prolific showrunner Shonda Rhimes — the hit maker behind ABC’s Grey’s Anatomy, Scandal and more — has jumped ship from ABC Studios to Netflix.

Under the multipleyear deal, Rhimes and her Shondaland banner will create and produce new projects for the streaming giant. Rhimes’ longtime producing partner Betsy Beers will continue to head Shondaland in the move to Netflix. Under what is said to be a rich four-year pact, Rhimes is expected to score a percentage of the back-end on programming she creates for Netflix.

“Shonda Rhimes is one of the greatest storytellers in the history of television,” Netflix chief content officer

Shonda Rhimes

Ted Sarandos said. “Her work is gripping, inventive, pulse-pounding, heart-stopping, taboo-breaking television at its best. I’ve gotten the chance to know Shonda and she’s a true Netflixer at heart — she loves TV and films, she cares passionately about her work, and she delivers for her audience.

We’re so excited to welcome her to Netflix.”

The move further aligns Rhimes with Netflix, which has featured the Grey’s Anatomy library that has helped elevate the veteran ABC

medical soap to become the network’s most-watched drama — a rare feat for a show in its 13th season. The series heads into season 14 in the fall as it sets its sights on being the longest-running medical drama on television alongside ER. ABC will continue to remain home to Grey’s Anatomy and its upcoming spinoff as well as Scandal, How to Get Away With Murder as well as the forthcoming drama For the People. Rhimes had been with ABC Studios for 15 years.

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Queen Latifah To Be Honored At Diddy’s REVOLT Conference

By Mesfin Fekadu NEW YORK — Queen Latifah will be honored at Diddy’s fourth annual REVOLT music conference in October, where performers will include Lauryn Hill and 2 Chainz.

REVOLT announced that the conference will take place Oct. 12-15 in Miami. Latifah will receive the Icon Award for her accomplishments in music, film and TV. She has won an Emmy, Golden Globe and Grammy Award.

Hill, SZA and Daniel Caesar will perform at the Oct. 14 gala honoring Latifah. 2 Chainz will perform with special guests on Oct. 13, while French Montana and King Combs, Diddy’s son, will kick off the conference with performances

Queen Latifah

on Oct. 12.

The four-day event will also feature panels and guest speakers. It will be

held at the Eden Roc Miami Beach Resort.

Diddy launched his REVOLT channel in 2013.

MC Lyte Talks About Finding Her Soulmate Online

By Diannah Watson MC Lyte is married and still on her honeymoon with her man! She called in from Jamaica to share all the juicy details!

The two met online, which can seem a little intimidating and scary for most people.

MC Lyte explained, “It can literally change your life. The first time I set my profile up I put a picture of my eye up.”

However, when she became more comfortable she upload-

MC Lyte

ed a full picture. She laughed saying, “Any guy that said ‘why you using MC Lyte’s profile’, I deleted them!”

At first, her husband didn’t know it was her be-

cause she used her middle name, Michelle, as a cover up. But when her husband started showing pictures of her to his friends they said, “Boy that’s MC Lyte!”

‘New Edition Story’s’ Five Destinations with the Most Visionary Architecture on the Globe Algee Smith Joins Amandla Stenberg In ‘The Hate U Give’ Dubai Here are the top locations with the most visionary architecture across the globe for those on the design hunt.

Brasilia

Algee Smith

With a landscape crawling with modern architecture, the tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa is just one example of why architectural students across the globe come to Dubai for inspiration. Experiencing this city feels like you have been transported into a SimCity style metropolis.

Tokyo “Detroit” actor Algee Smith has joined “The Hate U Give,” Fox 2000’s adaptation of the Black Lives Matter YA novel of the same name from first-time author Angela Thomas.

The story follows a 16-year-old girl named Starr who grew up in a poverty-stricken slum, but now attends a suburban prep school. After she witnesses a police officer shot her unarmed best friend, she’s torn between her two very different worlds as she tries to speak her truth.

Smith, who also portrayed Ralph Tresvant in BET’s “The New Edition Story,” will play Starr’s childhood friend, Khalil.

As previously reported,

the city’s landscape and design that gives it that forward thinking edge. It has more skyscrapers than any other city in the world, reflecting the demand for a truly outlandish destination but what gives it the edge is the futuristic design that truly is gravity defying at times.

Russell Hornsby and Regina Hall play Starr’s parents in the adaptation, while Lamar Johnson has been cast as Starr’s older brother, Seven. George Tillman Jr. will direct. Audrey Wells wrote the script adaptation.

The film rights to The Hate U Give were picked up by Fox 2000, Temple Hill and State Street in a competitive bidding war in 2016. Thomas’ book, bought by HarperCollins imprint Balzer + Bray after 13 publishing houses bid on it at auction, was published Feb. 28. The hit novel has spent more than 23 weeks on the New York Times young adult bestseller list after debuting at No. 1.

Tokyo is a visionary city within itself, from its vending machines with food you can only conjure up in your dreams to its outlandish haute couture fashion. However what ties it off with a glorious ribbon is the jaw dropping skyline. To top it off, the new addition of the Sky Tower as Japan’s tallest structure, just shy of being the world’s tallest building continues to shock and impress design buffs!

Hong Kong

Visionary urban architecture was born in Hong Kong.

Although way ahead technologically in many ways, it is

Brasilia proves that you do not need to be loud and brash to boast true innovation. Reflecting modernism at its finest, Brasilia takes inspiration from the environment around it to give an aesthetic feel with dynamic lines, symmetrical buildings and the use of concrete and glass.

Toronto

The twin residential Absolute towers built in 2012, that are often labelled as The Marilyn Monroe towers for their attractively curvaceous design has put Canada´s capital on the map. Now recognized as the tallest building in the Americas, that along with The Michael Lee – Chin Crystal and the miss matched OCAD University´s Sharp Centre make Toronto a must see for design lovers.

As just a few examples of the impressive, and visionary architecture across the globe, we are on the edge of our seats to see what is going to come next. With technology such as 3D printing now able to create full blown houses in 24 hours, what could be next for large scale buildings and design that is almost impossible to do by hand?

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CBC From page 1A Members of the five-person CBC board met with President Trump and Vice President Mike Pence on March 22.

On the question of impeachment, Minority Leader Rep. Nancy Pelosi (D-Calif.) has balked at the idea that House Democrats would back impeachment proceedings for this president and has pressed members not to call for such a move.

But three Black Caucus members, Rep. Al Green (D-Texas), Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) and Rep. Gwen Moore (D-Wisc.) have supported the idea. Rep. Green has gone as far as drafting detailed articles of impeachment.

Richmond was also critical of the president’s response to the needs of Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

“They brought all those HBCUs to town. They took a picture in the Oval Office and then they did nothing,” said Richmond. “If you look at President Trump’s budget, he has a number of actions in it that actually hurt HBCUs.” White House Communications Director for the Office of Public Liaison, Omarosa Manigault is organizing the annual HBCU conference scheduled for September 17-19, 2017, in Washington, D.C. “He still has a [HBCU] commission, he still hasn’t named anyone to,” said Richmond. “Omarosa is still pretending to have influence with this president. I’m just surprised that she’s still there as an African American woman after his latest comments.”

Richmond said that he wouldn’t be surprised, if many of the HBCU presidents declined to show up for the annual event.

“If they postpone it, great. If they cancel it, great,” said Richmond. “What I’d rather see, besides a conference and a fly-in day, is some substantive policies to help these schools with their scholarships, with their campuses, with their infrastructure.”

Richmond continued: “I don’t think you need a conference in [Washington, D.C.] to do that.

This White House is not serious about improving our HBCUs, our institutions of advancement.”

Lauren Victoria Burke is the White House Correspondent for NNPA Newswire. Lauren appears on “NewsOne Now” with Roland Martin every Monday.

Connect with Lauren by email at LBurke007@gmail.com and on Twitter at @LVBurke.

GIRL SCOUTS From page 1A download the program and take steps to Discover, Connect and Take Action.

“By using hands-on STEMbased activities, Girl Scouts of all ages can make the connection between what they are learning and the outcome,” said Jody Skenderian, Chief Executive Officer of Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast. “It’s an interactive experience that will help foster a curiosity for science as girls collaborate with each other and create their own projects.”

Once girls in Girl Scouting complete the patch activities, they fill out a form and get information on purchasing the patch.

“We are so excited to have a MOXI patch with Girl Scouts and a new way to connect with girls throughout the region who are the next generation of innovators and critical thinkers. Our hope is that members of area troops will be inspired to pursue further sciencerelated studies, hobbies or careers while working toward earning their patch at MOXI,” said Ron Skinner, Director of Education at MOXI. On July 6, Girl Scouts of the USA CEO Sylvia Acevedo toured MOXI to promote STEM awareness and the GSCCC MOXI patch program.

To learn more about programs made available by Girl Scouts of California’s Central Coast, please visit www.girlscoutsccc.org.

MOXI, The Wolf Museum of Exploration + Innovation is located at 125 State Street in Santa Barbara. The museum is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, visit moxi.org or contact MOXI at 805-770-5000.

BANNON From page 1A There’s no doubt. I built a f***ing machine at Breitbart. And now I’m about to go back, knowing what I know, and we’re about to rev that machine up. And rev it up we will do.”

He also told the magazine that he could be more effective without the constraints of the White House.

“I can fight better on the outside,” Bannon said. “I can’t fight too many Democrats on the inside like I can on the outside.”

In a statement about Bannon’s dismissal, Congressional Black Caucus Chairman Cedric Richmond (D-La.) said that Bannon needed to go, but so do other White supremacists working in the Trump Administration.

“Firing Steve Bannon is not enough, because the issue of him working in the White House has never only been about him,” said Richmond. “It’s also been about the racist and discriminatory policies he’s helped draft and implement which hurt African Americans.”

The CBC released “A Top Ten List of the Trump Administration’s Racist and Discriminatory Poli-

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cies.” The list included: 1. Voter Suppression Commission 2. Supporting Texas’ Discriminatory Voter ID Law 3. Reinstating the War on Drugs 4. Attacking Affirmative Action at Colleges and Universities 5. Rolling Back Consent Decrees that Keep Police Accountable 6. Muslim Ban 7. Mass Deportation 8. Rolling Back Civil Rights Enforcement Across Federal Agencies 9. Reinstating the Use of Private Prisons 10. Refusing to Protect Americans and the Nation from White Supremacists In a separate statement on Bannon’s removal, House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member John Conyers, Jr. (D-Mich.) called the ousted Breitbart chief the standardbearer for the worst instincts in American society.

“Whether Bannon personally trades in violence, racism, and bigotry, he allowed Brietbart, his media organization, to become a platform for White nationalism, misogyny, anti-Semitism, and antiimmigrant sentiment of the worst kind,” said Conyers.

Although Conyers said that he was pleased that Bannon was no longer serving in the White House, he added that Bannon’s removal will not undo the damage that has already been done and it will not reconcile the hate-filled agenda of the Trump Administration.

“President Donald Trump has shown us his true colors,” said Conyers. “He sided with unAmerican White supremacists, neo-Nazis, and all those who give racism and hatred a voice. Trump’s failure to reflect on his dangerous rhetoric continues to embolden these groups and ideals.”

Civil rights leaders also voiced their support of Bannon’s exit.

Kristen Clarke, the president and executive director of the Lawyers’ Committee for Civil Rights Under Law said that Bannon was the driving force behind the racial turmoil that threatens to tear this country apart.

“Such a divisive figure has no place in the White House,” Clarke said in the statement.

Vanita Gupta, the president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, said that Bannon’s departure was the right result, but not for the right reason.

“The president, who continues to sow hate and division, clearly did not fire Bannon because of his White supremacist views and ties to the so-called ‘alt-right,’” said Gupta. “Someone like Bannon should have never worked in the White House to begin with.”

Gupta continued: “President Trump must address the deep wounds he has created by ridding his administration of Sebastian Gorka, Stephen Miller, and any other staffers who stoke bigotry, hate, and division. Unless and until the president calls out evil; disavows neo-Nazis, White nationalists, and White supremacists; fires these staffers; and abandons his administration’s anti-civil rights agenda, he will continue to have no moral credibility.”

White House insiders have claimed that Bannon submitted his resignation letter earlier this month, but the announcement was delayed, because of the violent White supremacists’ rally in Charlottesville, Va., that left one dead and 19 injured.

Since July 21, four senior staffers have departed the White House; Press Secretary Sean Spicer, Chief of Staff Reince Preibus, and Communications Director Anthony Scaramucci.

Derrick Johnson, the interim president and CEO of the NAACP, said that the group was glad to see Bannon out of the White House.

“Ousting one key staffer, however, can’t erase the words used

by President Trump this week in defense of domestic terrorists, neoNazis and White supremacists,” said Johnson, in the statement about Bannon’s dismissal. “President Trump provided permission for these hate groups to exist. Following the tragedy in Charlottesville, Virginia, numerous other rallies and White supremacist groups are being mobilized across the country.

Johnson continued:” These groups are not rallying for peace, or for the preservation of Confederate memorabilia. They exist purely to foment hatred and violence. And they march with the president’s blessing.”

Lauren Victoria Burke is the White House Correspondent for NNPA and a writer and political analyst. She appears on NewsOneNow with Roland Martin every Monday. She can be contacted at LBurke007@gmail.com and on twitter at @LVBurke Freddie Allen contributed additional reporting for this story.

SMUGGLING From page 1A fence at the Ojai Police Station.

Curiale retrieved the drugs from the parking lot and smuggled them into the Pre-Trial Detention Facility. Sheriff’s Deputies assigned to the Pre-Trail Detention Facility, including the Classification Unit, investigated the criminal activity.

Based on facts associated with the crime, Martinez, Hernandez, Castillo, and Curiale were each arrested for Penal Code 4573 – Bringing or Assisting in Bringing Drugs into

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Jail, and Penal Code 182 – Conspiracy to Commit a Crime. The case was submitted to the Ventura County District Attorney’s Office and after several months of litigation, all suspects pleaded guilty to PC 4573 and were sentenced to various lengths of time in county jail as well as (36) months of formal probation.

Bringing drugs into a custodial facility is an issue that the Pre-Trial Detention Facility combats on a daily basis. The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office works diligently to prevent drugs from entering into the jails. Deputies make an effort to arrest individuals for these types of offenses and hold them responsible for their actions.

GREGORY From page 1A and that wasn’t it either. I’m going to be an American citizen. First class.”

Gregory was not only a first class American citizen, he was also a first class citizen of the world.

The NNPA salutes and honors Dick Gregory’s living legacy as a freedom fighter. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends and the millions of people that his light touched around the world.

About the National Newspaper Publishers Association The National Newspaper Publishers Association (NNPA) is a trade group that represents more than 200 Black-owned media companies. The NNPA promotes the profession of journalism and the business of publishing, while celebrating the evolution of the Black Press in America. Learn more about the NNPA at NNPA. org.

PEOPLE From page 2A matter where I am, I can turn it into my office. When he arrived one hour late, I asked him if he’s the kind of friend that if I left my wallet sitting on the table with money in it would he take my money out of my wallet? He answered of course not. I asked why not? He said because first of all, I’m not that kind of person and I know how important money is to people. I looked him straight in the eyes. I asked why would you take an hour of my time then? I’ve been waiting here for one hour and you never called to say you would be late. I will never get that time back and time means more to me than money. I then told him I will not meet and have coffee with him again until he could do better with keeping his word about his time.

Needless to say he apologized and said it wouldn’t happen again. We meet regularly now. Not only is he not ever late but he’s early. Why? Because I trained him how to treat me when it comes to my time.

You can’t be afraid to speak up for yourself in a loving kind way but you must be firm. Of course there are times when it’s unavoidable: emergencies, etc.

I’m not talking about those times, I’m talking about the times people deliberately take advantage of you because you allow them. That’s called people pleasing. Take your life back people will love you more when you love you more.

Hear Pastor Lonnie each Sunday live at the Miracle Center, 38 Teloma Dr., Ventura, CA, www.miraclecenterventura.org (805) 644-7722 lonnie100@msn. com REPEATING From page 2A plus because you got to spend more time together. Hopefully your group got a “cool” parent who would let you get away with stuff like buying an ice cream instead of eating what was packed in your brown bag lunch.

A field trip is an ordinary day made extraordinary because we choose to make it happen. We make a plan to have fun. It’s a decision we make to step out of the day to day and create a different experience. A “permission slip” is still necessary but now you are the one in control. You can board any damn bus that you want and you can take it wherever you want to go. But you have to grant yourself permission first.

A few weeks ago, I gave myself permission and took a field trip to Santa Cruz Island, part of the Channel Islands National Park, an amazing Galapagos just off shore of the gold coast of California.

My friend Susan was planning a trip from Chicago and we had discussed this adventure during one of her previous visits. Everything was aligned for now. I invited another friend, Amy, to join us. She shares a love of the sea and was in need of such a field trip. She said “Yes,” the magic word.

Our field trip was magical. A very brisk wind was howling when we first set out from Ventura Harbor aboard our bus - Island Packers’ ferry. The sea was a bit choppy from the wind waves but we had sunny, clear skies and warm temperatures. During the crossing, we were visited by hundreds of dolphins who played in the wake alongside the boat. Squeals of humans and dolphins delight filled the air. As we approached Scorpion anchorage, we were met with more than a dozen whales… amazing, gigantic, graceful blues, grays and humpbacks. Wow! I’ve sailed this channel for more than 20 years and although I have been blessed with many whale sightings, this was awesome!

Upon disembarking the vessel, we were given instructions about when to return to dock. We

were warned of the dangers, reminded of the remoteness and the distance from any medical facility, and strongly cautioned about the lack of drinking water available.

We were told of the presence of the hanta virus and rodents and to stay away from the foxes and not to feed any animals. When released from orientation, we took a short walk where we feasted on our deluxe picnic lunch in the shade of a eucalyptus grove. From there we began a hike (moderate to strenuous by park standards) which brought us up a very steep trail. Trusting that we would be rewarded with a scenic view at the top, we trudged our way up. It was 88 degrees and very sunny and we whined a bit. When we reached a place where there was no longer a climb in elevation, we were still far from any view of the ocean but we knew it must be just ahead. And then the reward…

After our hike, we made our way to the beach where we nestled ourselves in the cool shadows of an open cave carved into the cliff on the rocky shore. We planted ourselves on the smooth boulders and sat there with our feet in the sand while the waves splashed over them. We gazed at the mainland and the civilization which seemed so very very far away from this wild island. We reveled in the now moment of the experience.

And we congratulated ourselves for making the time to do it.

On our return crossing, we were again greeted by a massive congregation of dolphins as a fine ending to the day. Do you remember that summertime childhood feeling you would get when you had been outside in the sun playing all day long? A little sleepy. Content. Your mind full of happy.

Summer’s here. I encourage you to make the choice to plan a field trip. Take a day and make it fun. Discover the child again.

What are you waiting for? Tick tock. Time is passing. Give yourself permission. Now. Patricia Lynn Belkowitz teaches life-changing tools to achieve self-mastery. She is a Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Shaman.

For more about her practice, visit www.TheMindMatters.com.

MEDICARE From page 2A repeal and replace the Affordable Care Act (ACA) with the American Health Care Act (AHCA), also known as “Trumpcare,” over 50 million seniors on Medicare and at least 70 million more Americans on Medicaid—including 30 million children, 20 million hardworking Americans struggling to simply make ends meet, 10 million people with disabilities and another 10 million vulnerable seniors— may lose access to the medical care they need. This means pregnant women lacking pre- and postnatal care, children unable to see their doctor, and countless seniors and Americans with disabilities unable to afford their prescriptions or the needed support services to live independently. Trumpcare would also end the ACA’s Medicaid expansion, a move that would hurt nearly one million Ohioans, and take away healthcare coverage from at least 22 million newlyinsured Americans. Even worse, Trumpcare jeopardizes coverage for 129 million Americans with pre-existing conditions including 10 million people with disabilities on Medicaid and imposes an age tax that would force older Americans to pay at least five times as much for their health insurance as younger people regardless of their health status.

That is why Democrats are fighting Congressional Republicans’ dizzying attempt to repeal the Affordable Care Act (ACA) and ram through Trumpcare and its dangerous $750 billion cut to Medicaid. These cuts would devastate our social compact with those who can least afford it by gutting the program that one in three seniors will eventually need for long-term health-related services.

Today in America, 42 million people live in households with incomes below the poverty line—over 14 million are children, 10 million are working adults and some 4 million are people with disabilities. These statistics demand action, and Democrats are answering the call.

Democrats are very clear in our message and response: “Better Wages, Better Jobs, and a Better Future” and “A Better Deal for all Americans.” Congress can help make this happen by passing the Expanded and Improved Medicare for All Act, H.R. 676. Introduced by the Dean of the U.S. House of Representatives and founding member of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressman John Conyers (MI-13), H.R. 676 would expand Medicare, guaranteeing that every American—no matter where they live or what they earn—can visit the doctor, go to the emergency room, purchase their prescriptions, and access long-term care and mental health.

The CBC, also known as the “Conscience of Congress,” is fighting alongside our Democratic colleagues to standup for these hardworking Americans to ensure their fears, including those of three million Ohioans on Medicaid, do not become reality. That people are not making untenable choices about whether to eat, go to the doctor or fill a prescription.

Our effort to beat back Trumpcare—working with countless men, women and children from

across the country and political spectrum—is still ongoing. That is why, to borrow a line from the CBC, we must “Stay Woke.” We cannot rest nor stay silent until every American family, senior, child, person with disabilities, and adult has the healthcare they need and deserve.

The ACA was an important first step, but no one has ever claimed that it is the end-all when it comes to the healthcare debate in this country. However, the false and misleading claims we hear from Republicans do nothing to advance a sensible debate. Instead of continuing to sow seeds of uncertainty and cut funding from Medicare and Medicaid—all to pay for a huge tax cut for the 400 wealthiest families in America— Republicans need to abandon their obsession with repealing the ACA and finally get serious about working with Democrats to improve and strengthen the healthcare marketplace.

In so doing, we can ensure that Medicare and Medicaid will continue to have very happy birthdays.

A reality millions of Americans would celebrate.

Happy Birthday Medicare and Medicaid!

Congresswoman Joyce Beatty is a native Ohioan with a strong history of connecting people, policy and politics to make a difference. Since 2013, she has proudly represented Ohio’s Third Congressional District. Beatty is a member of the exclusive House Committee on Financial Services. You can follow Congresswoman Beatty on Twitter @RepBeatty.

LAPD From page 4A The shooting set off a series of Black Lives Matter protests across the city, including at the home of Mayor Eric Garcetti. Activists routinely mention Snell’s death at weekly police commission meetings as they decry police misconduct.

Three people who protested at the police commission meeting were arrested on suspicion of obstructing a public officer, said Officer Drake Madison, a police spokesman.

After protesters refused to sit down and chanted during the meeting, the commissioners left the room and police ordered everyone out of the meeting. Several people refused to leave and a video posted on Twitter showed officers handcuffing Melina Abdullah, a Black Lives Matter organizer and professor at California State University, Los Angeles, and leading her out of the room.

Police said they could not immediately provide the names of those arrested.

TRANSFER From page 5A may receive $500; employees who work ¾ of the time, may receive $750; and full-time employees may receive $1,000 towards tuition for undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

For more information, visit Bellevue University online. To learn more about the Ventura College and Bellevue University partnership, please contact Bellevue University Relationship Manager Spellman Cunningham at 805289-6559 or spcunningham@ bellevue.edu to schedule an office visit.

BALTIMORE From page 7A Workers used cranes to lift the towering monument to Robert E. Lee and Thomas J. “Stonewall” Jackson onto a flatbed truck in the dark.

“I did what was right for my city,” Pugh said. “Any city that has Confederate statues has concern about violence occurring in their city.

CANCER From page 8A prescription drug co-pays and health insurance premiums.

• Local Support Groups -- A program that gives patients and their families a place to go where they can share information, education and feelings in a comfortable and caring environment.

“When I was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia at 38 years old, I didn’t really understand what it was,” says survivor Jasmin Egan.

“My doctor introduced me to The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society’s free patient online support group, LLS Community, which allowed me to connect with so many others who were going through exactly what I was enduring. It was comforting to hear from others about how they were dealing with the effects of treatment and their disease.”

LLS Blood Cancer Information Specialists are available by phone at (800) 955-4572, and live chat or email via LLS.org -- Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. ET. BURGLARIES From page 13A act on impulse, so keep your stuff out of sight – either with you or in a locked trunk. Don’t count on the glove box; thieves know to look there, and they’re easy to break into.

5. Hide your valuables, part II. If you have a wagon or SUV that leaves your cargo area open, get a retractable fitted cover to keep shopping bags or other belongings hidden.

6. Don’t hand a thief your keys. Take you keys with you. And if you think you have a great hid-

ing place for a spare key, car breakin thieves know to look above the visor, in the center console, under the floor mat, in the trunk well etc.

7. Stow your stuff before arrival. Experienced thieves often stake out parking lots to watch for people putting items in their trunk.

Help prevent car break-ins by putting valuables like laptops, messenger bags, and electronic devices into your trunk before you get to the parking lot.

8. Stash the evidence. After you’ve put your stuff in the trunk, don’t forget such telltale evidence as power plugs, MP3 adapters, and navigation system windshield suction-cup mounts. Thieves know what they’re looking for, so hide the electronic accessories, too.

9. Trust your instincts. If you see suspicious activity, find another spot to park. If you’re concerned report your suspicions to the Ventura Police Department at 805650-8010. You may be helping keep another person from being a victim of a car break-in or worse.

10. Take it one more step.

Many vehicles are broken into with the intent of stealing the vehicle itself. Visible anti-theft devices, like steering wheel locks, steering column collars, or brake pedal locks may discourage the would-be thief from breaking in and trying.

GANG From page 13A committed to reducing gang crimes and gun violence in the City of Oxnard through the strict enforcement of laws specifically targeting known, active gang members residing in the city. Citizens are reminded to contact the Police Department when they observe suspicious activity or are witnesses to a crime.

Anyone with information regarding criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Oxnard Police Department at (805) 385-7600, or you can remain anonymous by calling the Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477.

You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org to submit at tip via text or email.

SUPERVISORS From page 14A Achievement in Automotive Technology or Auto Body and Fender Repair,” she said.

The School-to-Work program at Oxnard College was initiated by automotive program instructors Jeff Hiben and Richard Williams in 2014. The School-to-Work program was approved in 2015; it includes the Automotive Technology and Auto Body and Fender Repair programs; they are two-year degree or certificate programs that prepare students to enter the automotive industry as entry-level technicians and provides continuous improvement training to technicians already employed in the industry.

Through the School-to-Work program, students work four hours per day as they continue their classes at Oxnard College; they are assigned to work at one of three sites that Fleet Operations supports in Saticoy, East Valley or the Government Center.

“I have had such a great experience working with talented faculty and students at Oxnard College. This program was a vision that became a reality and I hope we can expand programs like this with both public and private businesses in the future,” stated County of Ventura Fleet Services Manager Peter Bednar. “I am honored to be on the Automotive Technology Advisory Board and planning for the future of the curriculum. I am excited to support the School-toWork internship program because it takes students to the next level and that is what future employers will be looking for – talented vocational students,” said Bednar.

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Community Calendar Saturday, August 26 Dezmo’s Blues at Peninsula Park. The concert is part of Concerts by the Sea. Show time is 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.

Peninsula Park is located at 3401 Peninsula Road, in Oxnard at Channel Islands Harbor, next to the Hampton Inn. Free parking is available at the park and along the street. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on while they enjoy the music. Concert-goers can also bring along a picnic basket or dine at nearby Harbor restaurants. For more information on Concerts by the Sea or the Channel Islands Harbor, visit www.channelislandsharbor.org.

Saturday, August 26 Cubensis at the Museum of Ventura County. Attention Deadheads! Enjoy a blast from the past as Grateful Dead Tribute Band Cubensis recreates the era’s unique and eclectic styles of rock, psychedelia and experimental music. Doors open at 4 p.m. The concert runs from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Admission is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. No-host bar available.

The museum is located at 100 East Main St., in Ventura. For more information, call (805) 653-0323 or visit www.venturamuseum.org.

Saturday, August 26 Dr. Shocker’s Burlesque JamboreTease! at the Majestic Ventura Theatre. Dr. Shocker is back with a great group of ladies ready too take the Ventura Theater with “All the Tease None of the Sleaze”. This retro burlesque show is always guaranteed to titalate even the most reserved in the audience. This time the good doctor is celebrating the 21st Anniversary of TooMuchCoffeeCast. The show will feature Gwen Ruby, Nadia Lotte, Bombshell Betty, Nicole Jax Jackson, Rosie Raddish, and DJ Rob Roy. Show time is 9 p.m. Tickets are $12.

The theatre is located at 26 South Chestnut St., in Ventura. For more information, call 805-653-0721 or visit http://www.venturatheater.net.

Wednesday, August 30 Rivest Dunlap at Levity Live. As a child out of East Los Angeles, Rivest Dunlap ran into more than his fair share of obstacles before finally reaching the stage. Still, his underlying dream remained unchanged; he knew he was born to make people laugh. Always one to follow his heart, Rivest quickly realized that working a 9 to 5, stuck behind a desk, wasn’t for him. While trying to find his path in life, the words of one of his elementary school teachers continued to ring through his head “you’re going to be a comedian when you grow up”. Five years ago, Rivest finally decided to take the plunge and take to the stage, and hasn’t looked back since. Pulling from life experiences and creatively poking fun at his own complex cultural identity, his unique brand of comedy has carried him to comedy clubs all over the country. Show time is 8 p.m. Levity Live is located at 591 Collection Blvd, in Oxnard. For more information, call (805) 457-5550.

Thursday, August 31 Queen Nation at the Collection at RiverPark. Guests are encouraged to bring blankets to relax in Collection Park to enjoy the concert. The concert is part of “Rock the Collection” concert series. At the new Groupie Garden, guests can revel in an exclusive beer garden featuring beer for purchase from Firestone Walker Brewing Company and receive a “Rock the Collection” T-shirt. Entry into the Groupie Garden will cost $5 and all proceeds from the ticket sales will benefit a local non-profit. Tickets for the Groupie Garden are available for guests ages 21 and up, and are limited.

Tickets can be purchased in advance at thecollectionrp.com. The new Groupie Garden will open at 6 p.m. and the concerts starting at 7 p.m. Admission to Rock the Collection is free. For event updates, visit www.

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Thursday, September 7 through Sunday, September 10 The Ojai Storytelling Festival will be celebrating its 17th year with a stellar lineup of acclaimed storytellers from around the world in the beautiful Libbey Bowl. While storytelling is an ancient art form, the Ojai Storytelling Festival presents the oral tradition in a contemporary way. The line-up includes Bill Harley, Motoko, Samite, Kim Weitkamp, Antonio Rocha, Dovie Thomason, and Niall de Burca. Tickets for individual performances as well as weekend passes are available at www.ojaistoryfest.org.

Wednesday, September 13 through Sunday, October 1 Incognito at the Rubicon Theatre Company. Four actors play 21 characters in interwoven stories (some based on true events) that examine the extent to which our identities and our choices are governed by the complex and delicate mechanisms of the brain. Previews will be at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 13 and 8 p.m. on Thursday, September 14 and Friday, September 15. Tickets for previews are $30-$35. Opening night is Saturday, September 16 at 7 p.m. Tickets are $125 and will be followed by an after party at Rhumb Line Restaurant in the Ventura Harbor. Regular show times are 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Wednesdays, 8 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, 2 p.m. and 8 p.m. on Saturdays and 2 p.m. on Sundays.

Talkbacks follow all Wednesday evening shows except the September 13 preview. Regular ticket prices are $50$55. Prices above do not include a $4 ticket service fee.

The theatre is located at 1006 E. Main St., in Ventura. For more information, call (805) 667-2900.

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News from the D.A. VENTURA - District Attorney Gregory D. Totten announced that Abraham Zafrani, of Encino, was convicted of one count of involuntary manslaughter, a violation of Penal Code section 192(b), and one count of violation of order causing death to employee, a violation of Labor Code section 6425(a).

On September 15, 2011, Antonio De Jesus Mejia was killed during a collapse at an excavation District Attorney site at a private residence Gregory D. Totten where he was working. Zafrani was acting as an unlicensed contractor at this construction site in unincorporated Ventura County when he created the hazardous condition that killed Mr. Mejia.

Zafrani faces a maximum sentence of four years in local custody. He is scheduled to be sentenced on September 1, in courtroom 48 of the Ventura County Superior Court.

News from the

Oxnard Police Dept.

On August 15, Oxnard police officers responded to the 500 block of West Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard; reference a robbery with a firearm. Officers learned the male suspect approached the victim and demanded money while holding a large handgun; the victim feared for his life and gave the suspect $200.00 dollars and his cellular phone.

Investigators from the Violent Crimes Unit (VCU) continued to investigate robbery after the initial poStephen Jonathan lice response. During the Williams course of their investigation, investigators learned the identity of the male suspect, Stephen Williams, and authored a search warrant for Williams’s residence. The Special Enforcement Unit (SEU) served the warrant at approximately 4:00 PM, which lead to the arrest Williams. The gun used in the robbery and the victims cellular phone were recovered.

Williams was subsequently booked into the Ventura County Jail for First-Degree Robbery and Extortion.

If anyone has further information, they are encouraged to call Oxnard PD at (805) 385-7796. If you wish to remain anonymous you may call the violent crimes hotline at (805) 982-7070 or Ventura County Crime Stoppers at (800) 222-8477. You can also visit this site http://www.venturacountycrimestoppers.org/contactus.aspx to submit a tip via text or email.

News from the VC Sheriff’s Depart.

On August 10, Camarillo Patrol deputies were dispatched to a suspicious subject call at Adolfo Gas in Camarillo. Deputies arrived and after their investigation, arrested 3 suspects for placing credit card skimmers in gas pumps at the location.

Adolfo Gas was recently purchased by a new owner. After purchasing the business, the owner made several improvements to better serve and protect his customers. One improvement was the installation of a state of the art video surveillance system.

On August 10, the business owner was watching his surveillance camera feed remotely and observed three male subjects at his business, which was closed.

The owner saw the subjects tampering with the fuel pumps. The owner believed the subjects were placing credit card skimmers at the location and immediately contacted Ventura County Sheriff's Dispatch and reported the incident. Deputies from the Camarillo Police Department arrived on scene within approximately two minutes and detained the subjects.

Through their investigation, deputies were able to determine that the gas pumps at the location had been tampered with. Camarillo Police Detectives responded to assist in the investigation. Detectives located and recovered credit card skimming devices that had been placed inside the gas pumps by the subjects. A search of the subjects and their vehicle yielded additional evidence linking them to the placement of credit card skimming devices.

Deputies contacted surrounding gas stations in the area and checked for any evidence of tampering.

Adis Poghosyan, Tigran Ghazaryan, Adels Torosyan were all arrested without incident. All three suspects were booked into the Ventura County Main Jail and charged with 530.5 PC (Identity Theft), 182 PC (Conspiracy), 502.6 PC (Use of Scanning Device to Commit Fraud), and 136 PC (Dissuading a Witness).

The Camarillo Police Department would like the community to know that we have an anti ‘skimmer’ program in place and regularly check credit card devices throughout the city. If you notice something strange about a device you are using, contact us immediately at (805) 654-9511.

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Community Calendar Friday, September 15 Dee Dee Bridgewater’s Memphis at the Lobero Theatre. Dee Dee Bridgewater has gone back to her beginning…Memphis, TN. Born in the city known for it’s pivotal part in American culture, music and civil rights struggle, the NEA Jazz Master and three-timeGrammy winner was part of an American legacy. Her newest album, Memphis, is a reimagining of American Blues and R&B classics. Tickets are $105 for VIP, $52 for section A and $42 for section B. VIP tickets include a pre-show reception with appetizers & cocktails. Ticket prices include a per ticket Lobero Facility Fee; other fees may also apply. The theatre is located at 33 East Canon Perdido St., in Santa Barbara. For more information, call (805) 963-0761.

Saturday, September 23 Tower of Power at the Granada Theatre. Formed from a chance meeting between Emilio Castillo and Stephen “Doc” Kupka in 1968, Tower of Power are a rhythm and blues band best known for their brass section, who have become some of the most successful and most prolific collaborators in R& B history. From their first album East Bay Grease, to any of the numerous hit songs including “You Got to Funkifize,” “What Happened to the World That Day?,” “You’re Still a Young Man,” “So Very Hard to Go,” “This Time It’s Real,” and many more, Tower of Power continues to create their own brand of soul and R&B. Show time is 8 p.m. The theatre is located at 1214 State St., in Santa Barbara. For more information, call (805) 899-2222.

Sunday, September 24 Benise FUEGO! at the Granada Theatre. Come be a part of this magical night as Benise debuts all new music and dance that will be captured for PBS on Benise’s new CD and DVD ‘Fuego!’ Benise’s ‘Fuego!’ features the passion and grace of Flamenco dancing combined with fiery Spanish guitar. Benise, once a local street performer, returns to Santa Barbara with his Emmy Award winning cast to film his 5th special for PBS. Backed by a stage full of musicians and elaborately choreographed dancers, ‘Fuego!’ captures world music at its best. A musical journey of Cuban Salsa, Spanish Flamenco, Argentine Tango, Parisian Waltz, Brazilian Samba…and more! NOTICE OF FILMING - Your entry constitutes your consent to such photography, filming and/or recording and to any use, in any and all media throughout the universe in perpetuity, of your appearance, voice and name for any purpose whatsoever in connection with the production presently entitled: BENISE. Show time is 7 p.m. The theatre is located at 1214 State St., in Santa Barbara. For more information, call (805) 899-2222.

Wednesday, September 27 Lila Downs at the Granada Theatre. Lila Downs has one of the world’s most singular voices and innovative approaches to music. A Mexican-American world music superstar, she is known for her opera-trained vocal range and her unique synthesis of indigenous Mesoamerican music with cumbia, soul, jazz and hip hop. Over the course of nearly a dozen albums, Downs has earned a Grammy Award and multiple Latin Grammys as she and her band create a cross-cultural expression. Downs’ newest album, Salón, Lágrimas y Deseo, affirms her outspoken artistic power. Show time is 8 p.m. Tiekcts are $29-$64 for the general public, $16 for UCSB students (current student ID is required) and $16 for all students (student ID required for high school age and up). Ticket prices include a facility fee. The theatre is located at 1214 State St., in Santa Barbara. For tickets and more information, call UCSB Arts & Lectures at (805) 893-3535 or visit www.ArtsAndLectures.UCSB.edu.

Saturday, September 30 An Evening of Magical Memories at the Residence Inn River Ridge by Marriott. The unforgettable evening will benefit the Brain Injury Center of Ventura County and honor Dr. James Herman, Community Award Recipient and Bernadette Lyons-Sales, brain injury survivor. There will be silent and live auctions, honoree presentations and a gourmet dinner. The event begins at 5 p.m. Tickets are $100 for individuals, $1,000 for a guaranteed table fo 8 and $1,200 for a table of 10. Table purchase includes signage and VIP seating. The Residence Inn River Ridge by Marriott is located at 2101 West Vineyard Ave., in Oxnard. For more information, call (805) 482-1312 or visit www.braininjurycenter.org.

Saturday, October 7 The City of Oxnard is proud to present the 22nd Annual Multicultural Festival. The festival features live music and performers, food and vendor booths, exhibitors, demonstrations, arts & crafts and plenty of family friendly activities. The festival will be from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Downtown Oxnard Plaza Park, in Oxnard. Admission is free.

Saturday, November 11 The Boys & Girls Club of Greater Ventura will hold the Great Futures Gala & Auction at the Ventura Beach Marriott. The event will be held from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information, call (805) 641-5585 or visit www.bgclubventura.org.

Ongoing Meetings BAPAC (Black American Political Assoc. of CA) meets on the second Thursday of each month at Oxnard Elementary School District Offices, 1051 S. A Street, in Oxnard, at 6:30 p.m. For more information, visit www.bapacvc.org.

The Ventura County Chapter of the NAACP meets on the fourth Friday of every month at the Performing Arts Center. Meetings begin at 8 p.m. For more information call (805) 485-0449.

All events are subject to change. To have your event listed in the Community Calendar, please fax to (805) 983-0018 or email sentry1234@ aol.com. Please include “Attention: Community Calendar” with your fax or email. Deadline for submission is Friday by 5 p.m.

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Sylvia Ortiz: Promoter, entrepreneur,

(Photo Credit: Sylvia Ortiz)

throws huge Rose Royce soiree

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The People’s Throb

Donald Trump lost California’s vote by about half.

After being in office for eight months, how do you think Californians view our new president’s progress?

By Gary L. Harbour glharbour@yahoo.com www.theanointedeye.com

Joey Jonaitis, 50 Port Hueneme, CA

Ann “Beautiful” Sawran, 62 Oxnard, CA

Steven Galloway, 45 Oxnard, CA

Willie Weaver, 36 Port Hueneme, CA

Stephanie Smith, 32 Port Hueneme, CA

Alon Badash, 24 Oxnard, CA

“Thinking Californians have fear, some justified, some not justified. Has hate and anger been around before Trump?

I think yes. I didn’t vote for him, but surely think he can’t be at the crux of all the problems that our nation faces today.”

“He was placed by voters that wanted a change and placed by God. People are tired of the U.S. outsourcing businesses to other countries.”

“I don’t think Californians believe that he has made good progress.”

“I think California believes that he has done good on jobs, but not morally.”

“I think most Californians believe he has made a mess.”

“Californians see him as a president who is being disrespectful to the Office of the U.S. Presidency.

However, he is better than what we expected and is taking brave steps.”

Ventura faces 22 vehicle

related

Ventura PD provides car break-in prevention tips Courtesy of the Ventura Police Department There were 22 vehicle related burglaries in the past 7 days in the City of Ventura. There were 12 vehicle break ins, 6 thefts from unlocked vehicles and 4 stolen vehicles. Please review important prevention tips to help protect yourself

from becoming a victim!

10 Tips for Preventing Car Break-ins 1. Keep your car visible. Park in well-lit areas. Avoid having your car concealed by larger vehicles; thieves like to work in private.

2. Don’t make it easy.

Keep windows and sunroofs closed and doors locked. Almost one-fourth

burglaries in 7 days

Prohibited gang members arrested for possession of a loaded shotgun and handgun

of thefts from vehicles are from unlocked cars.

3. Activate your vehicle’s alarm. Don’t have one? Factory-installed antitheft systems are best, but a professionally-installed alarm can discourage a car break-in thief who likes to work in silence.

4. Hide your valuables.

Many smash-and-grab thieves BURGLARIES, See page 10A

Victor Aguirre

Simi Valley man sentenced to 11 years for inflicting corporal injury on spouse, child endangerment

Superior Court Judge Michael Lief sentenced Jeffrey Michael Lindquist (DOB 05/04/1971), of Simi Valley, to 11 years in prison for inflicting corporal injury on his spouse, inflicting great bodily injury, dissuading a witness, and child endangerment. Lindquist was also ordered to pay $66,243 in restitution. Lindquist received the maximum sentence possible under the law.

On March 28, 2015, at approximately 12:00 a.m., officers of the Simi Valley Police Department responded to a domestic disturbance in the Long Canyon Road

area of Simi Valley. Upon arrival, officers discovered the victim in the street surrounded by neighbors. Further investigation by Simi Valley Police officers revealed the victim had retreated into a bedroom after an argument with Lindquist.

Lindquist broke down the door, injuring the victim.

He then repeatedly punched the victim in the face, causing severe injuries that required surgery. When the victim attempted to call 911, Lindquist destroyed her phone and forcibly removed the victim’s eight-year-old son from the home, causing

minor injury to the child.

Additional investigation by the District Attorney Bureau of Investigation revealed Lindquist had abused two prior spouses in Michigan and California.

On July 24, 2017, a jury convicted Lindquist of inflicting corporal injury on a spouse, dissuading a witness from reporting a crime, and child endangerment.

The jury also found that Lindquist had personally inflicted great bodily injury.

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An Oxnard Police Officer displays the loaded shotgun found during the pursuit of Victor Aguirre and Arturo Avalos

Oxnard, CA -- On August 21, 2017, at approximately 3:00 p.m., officers from the Oxnard Police Department Gang Unit (Special Enforcement Unit) were conducting uniform gang enforcement in the area of Fir St and “N” St. The officers attempted to stop the vehicle in this area for a traffic violation and a vehicle pursuit ensued.

The vehicle eventually stopped and the right front

passenger, Victor Aguirre, ran from the vehicle. During the foot pursuit Aguirre threw a loaded handgun into an alley. Aguirre was apprehended by the pursuing officers and the gun was recovered. The driver of the vehicle, Arturo Avalos, remained in the vehicle. The vehicle was searched and a loaded shotgun was located in the trunk. All three of the vehicle occupants are documented gang members.

Arturo Avalos

Aguirre was arrested for being a prohibited person in possession of a loaded firearm along with numerous other firearm charges.

Avalos was arrested for the vehicle pursuit, probation violations, and possessing a loaded shotgun. Gabriel Enriquez was arrested for misdemeanor warrants.

The Oxnard Police Department Gang Unit (Special Enforcement Unit) is GANG, See page 10A

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Around the Tri-Counties

Home Free Live In Concert at VC Board of Supervisors Recognize Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza

Partnership between Oxnard College and County of Ventura Fleet Operations

Home Free will bring their signature no-instrument, all-vocal music to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza on October 24.

Thousand Oaks - The all vocal country sensation Home Free is bringing Nashville country standards and country-dipped pop hits to town (and having a great time doing so) on October 24. The 5-man band has become known for their show-stopping performances that mix their signature no-instrument, all-vocal music with their quick-witted humor.

Home Free has become a household name, amassing more than 150-million YouTube views, and entertaining more than 250,000 people live in concert since bursting on the national scene in 2013.

Their show will bring many surprises to be sure.

As Home Free prepares a new record to be released Fall 2017, audiences can expect new music and new stylings, plus coun-

try hits like Maren Morris’ “My Church”, pop slams like Shakira’s “Try Everything”, and fan favorite classics like the calypso-infused arrangement of Johnny Cash’s “Ring Of Fire.”

VIP Tickets for the Q&A Vist with Home Free includes: 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th row ticket; (1) Commemorative show VIP lanyard and laminate and (1) show commemorative poster; Group question and answer with Home Free; Private performance of (1) song with Home Free; and Crowd-free merchandise shopping.

VIP Tickets for the Home Free Ultimate VIP Experience includes: Front row ticket; (1) Commemorative show VIP laminate, (1) show commemorative poster, and (1) tote bag; Individual photo opportunity taken on stage with all 5 members of Home Free,

using Home Free photographer; Autograph session with Home Free (no more than 2 items due to timing restrictions); Group question and answer with Home Free; Private performance of (1) song with Home Free; and Crowd-free merchandise shopping.

Show time is 8 p.m. This is an all ages show. Tickets are $27.50-$49.50 for the general public, $99.50 for VIP Tickets for the Q&A Vist with Home Free and $249.50 for VIP Tickets for the Home Free Ultimate VIP Experience. Ticket prices increase $5.50 day of show. Tickets will be available at Ticketmaster.com, in person at the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza Box Office, or by phone at 800745-3000.

For more information, please visit http://homefreemusic.com.

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Serving Ventura County for over twenty-five years

Oxnard College Dean of Career Technical Education Christina Tafoya (3rd from Left), Ventura County Community College District Chancellor Greg Gillespie (4th from Left), VCCCD Board Vice Chair Arturo Hernández (7th from left), County of Ventura Board Supervisor John C. Zaragoza, Chair (center), Oxnard College Automotive Technology program staff (Jeff Hiben (1st from left), Kevin Corse (2nd from left), Jose Ortego (5th from left), Rich Williams (2nd from right), Anthony Diaz-Brown (center right) and students

Oxnard, Calif. — During its public meeting Tuesday, August 1, the Ventura County Board of Supervisors recognized the partnership between Oxnard College and the County of Ventura Fleet Operations Department for the Oxnard College Automotive Department. Following a brief presentation on the history of the program by County of Ventura General Services Agency Director David Sasek, Supervisor John C. Zaragoza, Chair, presented certificates

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“We value the collaboration with the Fleet Operations Department,” Tafoya added. “Together we’ve developed the School-to-Work internship program that introduces students to employment opportunities with the county while they earn credits towards an Associate of Science or Certificate of SUPERVISORS, See page 10A

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of recognition to Ventura County Community College District Board Vice Chair Arturo Hernández, Oxnard College Dean of Career Technical Education Christina Tafoya, program instructors and students.

“We thank County Supervisor Zaragoza and Peter Bednar for this recognition and their support of the Oxnard College Automotive Department,” stated VCCCD Chancellor Greg Gillespie. “This program is a model for aligning educa-

VENTURA - Cabrillo Economic Development Corporation will present keynote speaker Rick Najera at its 35th Anniversary Gala celebration from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept.

28, at The Tower Club, 300 E. Esplanade Dr., Oxnard.

The evening will begin with cocktails at 5:30 p.m., kicking off the silent auction. The dinner and program will begin at 6:30 p.m., featuring keynote speaker Rick Najera, named one of the "most powerful and influential Latinos in entertainment," by the Imagen Foundation. Veteran documentary filmmaker and Los Angeles-based broadcast network journalist David Cruz will be the master of ceremonies.

The event will include a gourmet dinner and silent and live auctions with Andres Herrera, former Oxnard city councilman and owner of HAV Associates, as NAJERA, See page 5B

GOLETA - Tickets are now on sale for the 7th annual Santa Barbara Fermentation Festival (SBFF), to be held Saturday, September 10, 2017, at Rancho La Patera & Stow House, 304 N. Los Carneros Rd., Goleta, CA. SBFF is an annual gathering of local and regional culinary alchemists, wild fermenters and health experts showcasing the history, benefits, and preparation of fermented foods.

With three educational stages featuring 50+ speakers, demonstrations, and panel discussions, dozens of exhibitors, do-it-yourself (DIY) fermentation stations, a bacteria buddy passport kids program, 21+ farm-to-bar area and more, the festival offers something for everyone.

“SBFF is not just about pickles and sauerkraut,” says Katie Hershfelt, Co-Founder and Festival Director. “This year, we are excited to feature unique and delicious ferments from around the world, such as eggplant escabeche, citrus water kefir soda, hot Thai chili sauce (sambal), coconut yogurt cheesecake, traditional French sourdough brioche, and wild ale cocktails.”

The theme is Nurture What Nature Gave You, aligning with a larger grassroots movement that is changing the way we view our food, our connection to the earth and our ability to thrive. Fermented, cultured, and traditional foods farmed in healthy, bacteria-rich soil nourish the ‘microbiome’ of our planet and ourselves.

Proceeds from SBFF support Slow Food Ventura County and their programs aimed at better understanding the role of microbes, fermented foods, and probiotics on the immune system and the human body. This year’s Festival is made possible with the generous support of our sponsors, including Rancho La Patera & Stow House. Festival sponsorships are available by contacting Katie Hershfelt at 805.722.5324 or katie@cultivateevents.com.

Tickets for SBFF start at $30 for general admission and are available online at www.sbfermentationfestival.com/tickets. For full festival details, visit www. sbfermentationfestival.com.

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Fair Ends

VENTURA, CA – The Ventura County Fair is proud to report another successful fair. Celebrating the diverse traditions of Ventura County, the 142nd edition, “Rooted in Tradition” closed with success in all categories.

Visitors came from near and

12 Days of Fun

far to enjoy the 12-day run, August 2 through August 13.

The Ventura County Fair’s mission is to preserve, promote, and showcase agriculture and the traditions of Ventura County. This was accomplished with competitive livestock and horse

shows, agricultural exhibits and baking contests.

Fairgoers were greeted with an abundance of attractions, which included Leroy and Lee’s Flea Circus, Star Child Stilt Circus, who delighted young and old as they strolled high above the fair, and Slim

and Curly, the wise cracking cowboys who made people laugh everywhere they went. Adding to the attraction were exciting new carnival rides, including the Olympic Bobsled Roller Coaster and the delightful Happy Swing. Tasty new FAIR, See page 5B

Performance Venues

August 25, Zin Bistro Americana, 32131 Lindero Canyon Rd. #111, in Westlake Village, (818) 8650095, 7 p.m.-10 p.m.

Go to www.jeannetatumsings.com for details.

Sound Effect Calendar of Events

Saturday, August 26, 8 p.m. – Sunday, August 27, 12 a.m.

Oxnard Moose Lodge, 1935 S Oxnard Blvd, in Oxnard

Friday, September 1, 9 p.m. – 11:55 p.m.

Chinaland Restaurant, 543 S. Ventura Rd., in Oxnard For more details, visit https://myspace.com/soundeffectband

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T.S. No. 053699-CA APN: 200-0-062-125 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 3/20/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 9/12/2017 at 11:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 3/23/2007, as Instrument No. 20070323-00061559-0, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: PASCUAL G. CALDERON AND CARLOS SORIA WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1301 KINGSWOOD WY OXNARD, CA 93030 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $490,036.20 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postpone-

ments be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 758 8052 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.HOMESEARCH.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 053699-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 758 – 8052 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 898504 / 053699-CA Publish No.: August 18, 25, September 1, 2017 3T TCS17-0302TS(2) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17765228-RY Order No.: 170096291-CA-VOI NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 6/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): LONNIE ALAN AUGUST AND ROXANNE I AUGUST, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS Recorded: 7/6/2005 as Instrument No. 20050706-0164016 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/12/2017 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $505,183.93 The purported property address is: 1435 WILLOWBROOK LANE, SIMI VALLEY, CA 93065 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 632-0-342-110 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on

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this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-765228RY . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return o f the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916939-0772 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA17-765228-RY IDSPub #0130307 8/18/2017 8/25/2017 9/1/2017 TCS17-0302TS(3) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF MARY FOLSOM CASE NO. 56-201700499816-PR-PL-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of MARY FOLSOM. A Petition for Probate has been filed by JOHN LOWERY in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that JOHN LOWERY be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: 9/7/2017 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 East Vineyard Ave, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must

file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Amber Rodriguez, Esq. (CSB #220876) LAW OFFICE OF AMBER RODRIGUEZ 468 Poli, Suite 2F Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 643-4200 Publish No.: August 18, 25, September 1, 2017 3T TCS17-0302P(4) T.S. No. 027930-CA APN: 061-0-150-235 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/15/2004. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 9/20/2017 at 11:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/22/2004, as Instrument No. 20040422-0107591, Deed of Trust Re-Recorded on 10/21/2004 as Instrument No. 20041021-0282681, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: VALERIE BARTH A SINGLE WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE MAIN FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER HALL OF JUSTICE LOCATED AT 800 S. VICTORIA AVE., VENTURA, CA 93003 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 175 W OLD CREEK RD OAK VIEW (AREA OF VENTURA), CA 93022 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $1,084,506.18 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned

caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself.

Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 027930-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 898648 / 027930-CA Publish No.: August 18, 25, September 1, 2017 3T TCS17-0302TS(6) NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-15668920-RY Order No.: 1 5 0 11 7 3 6 8 - C A - V O I NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 5/19/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor (s): DANIEL J LEVINE, MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 5/26/2006 as Instrument No. 20060526-0113509 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/12/2017 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: At the

main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $1,085,485.43 The purported property address is: 206 BETHEL AVENUE, VENTURA, CA 93003 Legal Description: Please be advised that the legal description set forth on the Deed of Trust is in error. The legal description of the property secured by the Deed of Trust is more properly set forth and made part of Exhibit “A” as attached hereto. LOT(S) 37 OF TRACT NO. 1559-1, IN THE CITY OF VENTURA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 38 PAGE(S) 20 OF MAPS, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. EXCEPT ALL OIL, GAS, HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES AND MINERALS LYING BELOW THE DEPTH OF 500 FEET BELOW THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF SURFACE ENTRY, AS RESERVED

BY DONNABELLE MC GONIGLE, ET AL, IN DEED RECORDED MAY 16, 1963 AS DOCUMENT NO. 27406 IN BOOK 2323 PAGE 12 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. Assessor’s Parcel No.: 078-0-263-095 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916939-0772 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-15-668920RY . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return o f the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED

A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916939-0772 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA15-668920-RY IDSPub #0130433 8/18/2017 8/25/2017 9/1/2017 TCS17-0302TS(7) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF VELMA L. ODEN CASE NO. 56-201700497611-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of VELMA L. ODEN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by CLYDE W. ODEN, JR. in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that CLYDE W. ODEN, JR. be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: September 6, 2017 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 East Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, California 93036, Juvenile Division - Oxnard.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/William D. Raymond, Jr. (CSB #95870) MYERS, WIDDERS, GIBSON, JONES & FEINGOLD, LLP 5425 Everglades Street Ventura, CA 93003 (805) 644-7188 Publish No.: August 18, 25, September 1, 2017 3T TCS17-0302P(8) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LINDA MOUNT CASE NO. 56-201700500090-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LINDA MOUNT. A Petition for Probate has been filed by ROBIN GRAFFAM in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that ROBIN GRAFFAM be appointed as personal representa-

tive to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: 9/27/17 at Time: 9 am in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 East Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Petitioner: /S/Robin Graffam 120 E Alta Green Port Hueneme, CA 93021 (805) 279-7711 Publish No.: August 18, 25, September 1, 2017 3T TCS17-0419P(2) SUMMONS ON FIRST AMENDED COMPLAINT (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER 56-2016-00489339-CUBC-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: THE YOHO GROUP, INC., JEFFREY YORDY AND DOES 1 TO 100 YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: INGE JORDAN NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case.

There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court 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 Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE TS No. CA-17769092-AB Order No.: 730-1703983-70 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED TO THE COPY PROVI DED TO THE MORTGAGOR OR TRUSTOR (Pursuant to Cal. Civ. Code 2923.3) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 8/24/2005. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 to the Financial C ode and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor(s): Paul R Rycus and Juli K Rycus, Trustees of the Rycus 2003 Family Trust Dated September 11, 2003 Recorded: 9/1/2005 as Instrument No. 20050901-0218851 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of VENTURA County, California; Date of Sale: 9/5/2017 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: At the main entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $771,579.03 The purported property address is: 1576 APPLEFIELD STREET, THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91320 Assessor’s Parcel No.: 667-0-204-105 NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction.

You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sa le date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 855 238-5118 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site http://www. qualityloan.com , using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-17-769092AB . Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postpone-

ment information is to attend the scheduled sale.

The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. If the sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return o f the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary’s Agent, or the Beneficiary’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holders right’s against the real property only. QUALITY MAY BE CONSIDERED A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Date: Quality Loan Service Corporation 411 Ivy Street San Diego, CA 92101 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 855 238-5118 O r Login to: http://www.qualityloan. com Reinstatement Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 Quality Loan Service Corp. TS No.: CA17-769092-AB IDSPub #0129702 8/11/2017 8/18/2017 8/25/2017 TCS17-0293TS(1) T.S. No. 056232-CA APN: 069-0-103-140 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/10/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 9/7/2017 at 9:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/26/2007, as Instrument No. 20070426-00086512-0, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: ANDREW BUCKINGHAM, A SINGLE MAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: Auction.com Room, Four Points by Sheraton Ventura Harbor Resort, 1050 Schooner Drive, Ventura, CA 93001 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 312 EAST LEWIS STREET VENTURA, CALIFORNIA 93001 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $381,069.47 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have

no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 280-2832 or visit this Internet Web site WWW. AUCTION.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 056232-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (800) 280-2832 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 897942 / 056232-CA Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 3T TCS170293TS(2) T.S. No. 055831-CA APN: 677-0-161-040 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 6/16/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 9/6/2017 at 11:00 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP., as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 6/22/2006, as Instrument No. 20060622-0132654, and later modified by a Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 10/21/2011, as Instrument 2011102100158073-0, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Ventura County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: EFRAIN OROZCO AND GRACIELA OROZCO, HUSBAND AND WIFE WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE MAIN FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER HALL OF JUSTICE LOCATED AT 800 S. VICTORIA AVE., VENTURA, CA 93003 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated

in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1187 SHEFFIELD PLACE THOUSAND OAKS, CALIFORNIA 91360 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $669,966.38 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located.

NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien.

If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 055831-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP. 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 898105 / 055831-CA Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 3T TCS170293TS(3) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF LEON ELKINS TAYLOR CASE NO. 56-201700499719-PR-PL-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of LEON ELKINS TAYLOR. A Petition for Probate has been filed by SHARON TAYLOR in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that SHARON TAYLOR be appointed as personal representative

to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: SEP 07, 2017 at Time: 9:00AM in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Probate.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Robert S. Waldo (CSB #39922) ROBERT S. WALDO, A LAW CORPORATION P. O. Box 715 Camarillo, CA 93011 (805) 482-8866 Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 3T TCS170293P(4) File No.: 20170802-10015285-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HOLIDAY LIQUOR 6346 BRISTOL RD VENTURA, CA 93003 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Holiday, 6346 Bristol Rd, Ventura, CA 93003 Full Name of Registrant Bassam Halit 3140 Ardmore Ln Oxnard, CA 93030 Iklas Saman 3140 Ardmore Ln Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: A General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8-2-17 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Bassam Halit 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 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 residence address or 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

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14411 ET SEQ., Business and Professions Code).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/02/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: RA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0293 File No.: 20170726-10014827-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) MADISON COUNTY PROPERTY MANAGEMENT; 2) INTEGRITY REALTY 2401 RUTLAND PLACE THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Bernard Goodman, 2401 Rutland Place, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Full Name of Registrant Bernard Goodman 2401 Rutland Place Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 1/1/1986 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Bernard Goodman 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/26/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: VI Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0294 File No.: 20170726-10014821-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: BESTIES 6363 BAJA VISTA ROAD SOMIS, CA 93066 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Flo Lowe, 6363 Baja Vista Road, Somis, CA 93066 Full Name of Registrant Florence Lowe 6363 Baja Vista Road Somis, CA 93066 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Florence Lowe 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/26/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: HA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0295

File No.: 20170803-10015351-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ORTIZ’S LANDSCAPING 1411 CALIFORNIA ST OXNARD, CA 93033 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Matias Ortiz-Palafox, 1411 California St, Oxnard, CA 93033 Full Name of Registrant Matias Ortiz-Palafox 1411 California St Oxnard, CA 93033 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08/03/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Matias Ortiz-Palafox 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/03/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: AN Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0296 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201700499691-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

Petitioner NIKKI JANELLE WATKINS filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. NIKKI JANELLE WATKINS Proposed Name: to NIKKI JANELLE MOORE 2. 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 a. Date: Tuesday, Sept.

19, 2017, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 43 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. 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: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: AUG 02, 2017

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By AMY GATES Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017-4T TCS170296CofN(1) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DOLORES ELAINE MARTIN CASE NO. 56-201700499394-PR-LA-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DOLORES ELAINE MARTIN. A Petition for Probate has been filed by BRANDON

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MARTIN in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that BRANDON MARTIN be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.)

The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: 8/31/17 at Time: 9:00 a.m. in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Avenue, Oxnard, CA 93036, Juvenile Justice Center.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Maria Capritto (CSB #188970) NELSON COMIS KETTLE & KINNEY, LLP 300 E. Esplanade Drive, Suite 1170 Oxnard, CA 93036 (805) 604-4112 Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 3T TCS170296P(2) SUMMONS ON FIRST AMENDED COMPLAINT (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER 56-2016-00489339-CUBC-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: THE YOHO GROUP, INC., JEFFREY YORDY AND DOES 1 TO 100 YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: INGE JORDAN NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case.

There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court 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 Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org),

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TRI-COUNTY SENTRY

SUMMONS ON FIRST AMENDED COMPLAINT (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER 56-2016-00489339-CUBC-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: THE YOHO GROUP, INC., JEFFREY YORDY AND DOES 1 TO 100 YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: INGE JORDAN NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case.

There may be a court form that you can use for your response. You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www. courtinfo.ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you. If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court 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 Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

IT IS ORDERED that the summons be served by publication in the TriCounty Sentry, a newspaper of general circulation published in Ventura County, California, hereby designated as the newspaper most likely to give defendant actual notice of the action, and that the publication be made at least once a week for four successive weeks.

Section 415.50 CCP. The name and address of the court is: SUPERIOR COURT OF STATE OF CALIFORNIA 800 South Victoria Avenue Post Office Box 6489 Ventura, California 93009 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Robert M. Baskin (CSB #65149) LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT M. BASKIN 1849 Knoll Drive Ventura, California 93003 (805) 658-1000 Date: DEC 20, 2016 Clerk: MICHAEL D. PLANET Deputy: M. CAMPOS Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS170296S(3) NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF DOROTHY L. VITTORIA CASE NO. 56-201700499598-PR-PW-OXN To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of DOROTHY L. VITTORIA. A Petition for Probate has been filed by TYLA GONZALES in the Superior Court of California, County of VENTURA. The Petition for Probate requests that TYLA GONZALES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

A hearing on the petition will be held on Date: 09/7/17 at Time: 9:00 am in Dept.: J6 located at SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF VENTURA, 4353 E. Vineyard Ave, Oxnard, CA 93036, Probate Division.

If you object to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney.

If you are a creditor or a contingent creditor of

the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code.

Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law.

You may examine the file kept by the court.

If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250.

A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for petitioner: /S/Cristian R. Arrieta (CSB #236837) LOWTHORP RICHARDS MCMILLAN MILLER & TEMPLEMAN 300 E. Esplanade Drive, Suite 850 Oxnard, CA 93036 (805) 981-8555 Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 3T TCS170296P(4) File No.: 20170802-10015281-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CHAMELEON SMOKING ACCESSORIES 2535 LEAFWOOD DRIVE CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Patrick Evans, 2535 Leafwood Drive, Camarillo, CA 93010 Full Name of Registrant Patrick Evans 2535 Leafwood Drive Camarillo, CA 93010 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 8/2/17 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Patrick Evans 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/02/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: RA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0297 File No.: 20170802-10015236-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: DARBAND CUISINE 868 THOUSAND OAKS BLVD THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Farhad Maghsoudi, 7934 Marqouand Ave, West Hills, CA 91304 Full Name of Registrant Farhad Maghsoudi 7934 Marqouand Ave West Hills, CA 91304 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/01/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Farhad Maghsoudi

FRIDAY AUGUST 25, 2017

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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/02/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: ZE Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0298 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201700499826-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner ANTONIO CARLOS VALDEZ filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ANTONIO CARLOS VALDEZ AKA ANTHONY CARLOS VALDEZ AKA ANTONIO C. VALDEZ Proposed Name: to ANTONIO VALDEZ 2. 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 a. Date: Monday, Sept.

18, 2017, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 20 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. 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: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: AUG 07, 2017

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By AMY GATES Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017-4T TCS170298CofN(1) File No.: 20170802-10015247-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CHUCK GLAUS PRODUCTIONS 2558 THUNDERBIRD DRIVE THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Chuck Glaus, 2558 Thunderbird Drive, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Full Name of Registrant Charles L. Glaus 2558 Thunderbird Drive Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Charles L. Glaus 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/02/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0299 File No.: 20170721-10014504-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) AUTO TECH OF OXNARD; 2) AUTO TECH 429 N. OXNARD BLVD OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Ghodratollah Atashbar, 861 Paddington Place, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant Ghodratollah Atashbar 861 Paddington Place Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/20/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Ghodratollah Atashbar 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/21/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: AN Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0300 SUMMONS (CITACION JUDICIAL) CASE NUMBER 56-2017-00493483-CUPA-VTA NOTICE TO DEFENDANT: WESTLAKE BROKERS INC., SAMUEL CARMEN, JIM KENNY and Does 1 to XX, Inclusive YOU ARE BEING SUED

BY PLAINTIFF: ESMERALDA SALGADOMORA NOTICE! You have been sued. The court may decide against you without your being heard unless you respond within 30 days. Read the information below.

You have 30 CALENDAR DAYS after this summons and legal papers are served on you to file a written response at this court and have a copy served on the plaintiff. A letter or phone call will not protect you. Your written response must be in proper legal form if you want the court to hear your case. There may be a court form that you can use for your response.

You can find these court forms and more information at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo. ca.gov/selfhelp), your county law library, or the courthouse nearest you.

If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the court 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 Web site (www. lawhelpcalifornia.org), the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courtinfo.ca.gov/ selfhelp), or by contacting your local court or county bar association. NOTE: The court has a statutory lien for waived fees and costs on any settlement or arbitration award of $10,000 or more in a civil case. The court’s lien must be paid before the court will dismiss the case.

IT IS ORDERED that the service of the summons, citation, petition, and/or statement of damages in this action be made upon defendant/respondent/citee by publication thereof in Tri-County Sentry, a newspaper of general circulation published at Ventura County, California, hereby designated as the newspaper most likely to give notice to the party to be served; and that publication be made at least once a week for four successive weeks.

Section 415.50 CCP. STATEMENT OF DAMAGES (Personal Injury or Wrongful Death) CASE NUMBER: 56-2017-00493483-CUPA-VTA To: SAMUEL CARMEN Plaintiff: ESMERALDA SALGADO-MORA seeks damages in the aboveentitled action, as follows: 1. General damages a. Pain, suffering, and inconvenience: $1,000,000 b. Emotional distress: $1,000,000 2. Special damages a. Medical expenses (to date): $13,842 b. Future medical expenses (present value): $1,622,850 d. Loss of future earning capacity (present value): $500,000 3. Punitive damages: Plaintiff reserves the right to seek punitive damages in the amount of $2,000,000 when pursuing a judgment in the suit filed against you.

Date: 08/07/2017 /S/Matthew Hixon, Esq. The name and address of the court is: VENTURA COUNTY SUPERIOR COURT 800 South Victoria Avenue Ventura, California 93009-0001 The name, address, and telephone number of plaintiff’s attorney, or plaintiff without an attorney, is: Matthew Hixon, Esq. (CSB #297884) THE LAW OFFICE OF CRAIG J. RODGERS 3645 Saviers Road, Suite 3 Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 486-4417 Date: MAR 01, 2017 Clerk: MICHAEL D. PLANET Deputy: JENNIFER L. OLIVA Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS170300S(1)CR File No.: 20170807-10015590-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LA MERA MICHOACANA 2238 PICKWICK DR. CAMARILLO, CA 93010 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: German Jimenez, 2238 Pickwick Dr., Camarillo, CA 93010 Full Name of Registrant German Jimenez 722 Forest Park Blvd E-307 Oxnard, CA 93036 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 08.07/17 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/German Jimenez 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTU-

RA ON 08/07/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: MC Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0301 FOURTH AMENDED ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201700498433-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner ARMANDO APODACA-MORALES filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ARMANDO APODACAMORALES Proposed Name: to MONDOS GODSPEED AMIS 2. 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 a. Date: 9-22-17, Time: 8:30 AM, in Dept.: 41 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. 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: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: AUG 23, 2017

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By S. LEGERE Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: August 11, 18, 25, September 1, 2017-4T TCS170301CofN(1)CR File No.: 20170726-10014812-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CENTER FOR COOPERATIVE DIVORCE 25350 MAGIC MOUNTAIN PARKWAY, SUITE 240 VALENCIA, CA 91355 LOS ANGELES COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Dana Keane, 25350 Magic Mountain Parkway, Valencia, CA 91355 Full Name of Registrant CFCD, INC. 2707 Surfrider Avenue Ventura, CA 93001 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 10/1/2011 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Dana Keane 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/26/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: BR Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0281 File No.: 20170726-10014842-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING

PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: “JOY” THE CLOWN 228 SOUTH “A” ST OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Leticia Camacho, P.O. Box 425, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant Leticia Camacho 371 N. “G” St Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NA I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Leticia Camacho 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/26/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0282 File No.: 20170726-10014803-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE DIVINE 226 N SKYLINE DR THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91362 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Daniel Wilson, 2517 Renata Ct, Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 Full Name of Registrant Daniel Martin Wilson 2517 Renata Ct Thousand Oaks, CA 91362 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 07/26/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Daniel Martin Wilson 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/26/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: LE Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0283 AMENDED SUMMONS (FAMILY LAW) CASE NUMBER D371198 NOTICE TO RESPONDENT: Himmer Reynosa Aguilar You are being sued.

PETITIONER’S NAME IS: Patricia Gaeta Andrade You have 30 calendar days after this Summons and Petition are served on you to file a Response (form FL-120) at the court and have a copy served on the petitioner. A letter, phone call, or court appearance will not protect you.

If you do not file your Re-

sponse on time, the court may make orders affecting your marriage or domestic partnership, your property, and custody of your children. You may be ordered to pay support and attorney fees and costs.

For legal advice, contact a lawyer immediately.

Get help finding a lawyer at the California Courts Online Self-Help Center (www.courts.ca.gov/selfhelp), at the California Legal Services website (www.lawhelpca.org), or by contacting your local county bar association.

These restraining orders are effective against both spouses or domestic partners until the petition is dismissed, a judgment is entered, or the court makes further orders.

They are enforceable anywhere in California by any law enforcement officer who has received or seen a copy of them.

FEE WAIVER: If you cannot pay the filing fee, ask the clerk for a fee waiver form. The court may order you to pay back all or part of the fees and costs that the court waived for you or the other party.

IT IS ORDERED that the service of the summons, citation, petition in this action be made upon defendant/respondent/citee by publication thereof in Tri-County Sentry, a newspaper of general circulation published at Port Hueneme, CA, hereby designated as the newspaper most likely to give notice to the party to be served; and that publication be made at least once a week for four successive weeks. Section 415.50 CCP. The name and address of the court are: Superior Court of California, County of Ventura 800 S. Victoria Ave Ventura, CA 93009 The name, address, and telephone number of petitioner’s attorney, or the petitioner without an attorney, are: Patricia Gaeta Andrade 500 Dylan Drive Oxnard, CA 93033 (805) 377-1847 In Pro Per Date: SEPT 09, 2016 Clerk: MICHAEL D. PLANET Deputy: S. WATSON Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0283S(1) File No.: 20170728-10014976-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NORTHMAN PROTECTIVE COATINGS 2057 GOODYEAR AVE. UNIT D VENTURA, CA 93003 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Nicholas G. Stevenson, 1820 Gallatin Pl, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant Nicholas G. Stevenson 1820 Gallatin Pl Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7-28-17 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Nicholas G. Stevenson 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/28/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: BR Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0284 File No.: 20170717-10014176-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NATURAL NAILS 421 S VENTURA RD. OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Dang Ly, 3840 San

TRI-COUNTY SENTRY File No.: 20170717-10014176-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: NATURAL NAILS 421 S VENTURA RD. OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Dang Ly, 3840 San Simeon Ave., Oxnard, CA 93033 Full Name of Registrant Dang Ly 3840 San Simeon Ave. Oxnard, CA 93033 Trang Nguyen 3840 San Simeon Ave. Oxnard, CA 93033 This Business is conducted by: Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 2014 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Dang Ly 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/17/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0285 File No.: 20170718-10014221-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ULTA BEAUTY 205 N. MOORPARK ROAD THOUSAND OAKS, CA 91360 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: Delaware Return Mailing Address: Ulta Beauty - Tax Dept, 1000 Remington Blvd., Ste 120, Bolingbrook, IL 60440 Full Name of Registrant Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. 1000 Remington Blvd., Ste 120 Bolingbrook, IL 60440 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Scott M. Settersten 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/18/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: AY Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0286 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE

COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201700499552-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner ELIZABETH FRANCISKA LONG filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ELIZABETH FRANCISKA LONG Proposed Name: to ELIZABETH FRANCISKA HREN 2. 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 a. Date: Monday, Sept.

11, 2017, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 41 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. 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: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: JUL 31, 2017

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By AMY GATES Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017-4T TCS17-0286CofN(2) File No.: 20170731-10015035-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: LYFE FITNESS BOOTCAMP 2571 NORTH VINEYARD AVE OXNARD, CA 93036 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Jessica Martin, 3358 Moss Landing Blvd, Oxnard, CA 93036 Full Name of Registrant Jessica Chirino Martin 3358 Moss Landing Blvd Oxnard, CA 93036 Erick E Martin 3358 Moss Landing Blvd Oxnard, CA 93036 This Business is conducted by: Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Jessica Chirino Martin 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/31/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: QU Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0287 File No.: 20170719-10014323-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: IDEACARROT 780 SASSAFRAS WAY OAK PARK, CA 91377 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Kayvan Torabian, P.O. Box 4755, Thousand

Oaks, CA 91359 Full Name of Registrant Alexander Austin Capital Inc. 780 Sassafras Way Oak Park, CA 91377 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on July 1, 2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Kayvan Torabian 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/19/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: QU Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0288 KOHLBRAND File No.: 20170731-10015048-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: RUSTIC INTERIORS 5277 MOHAVE DRIVE SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Robert Longdon Jr, 5277 Mohave Drive, Simi Valley, CA 93063 Full Name of Registrant Robert Longdon Jr 5277 Mohave Drive Simi Valley, CA 93063 Nicole Longdon 5277 Mohave Drive Simi Valley, CA 93063 This Business is conducted by: Married Couple The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Robert Longdon Jr 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/31/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: LE Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0289 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME SUPERIOR COURT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR THE COUNTY OF VENTURA CASE NO.: 56-201700499634-CU-PT-VTA TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1. Petitioner JUAN M. MARTINEZ & CARMEN G. MARTINEZ FOR ELIAN JOSUE MARTINEZ, A MINOR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name: a. ELIAN JOSUE MARTINEZ Proposed Name: to JOSUE ELIAN MARTINEZ 2. THE COURT OR-

DERS 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 a. Date: 9/19/17, Time: 8:30am, in Dept.: 43 b. The address of the court is Superior Court of California, County of Ventura, 800 South Victoria Avenue, Ventura, CA 93009 3. 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: Tri-County Sentry.

Date: AUG 01, 2017

BY ORDER OF THE COURT, MICHAEL D. PLANET, Ventura Superior Court, Executive Officer and Clerk,

By M. CAMPOS Deputy Clerk In Pro Per Published No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017-4T TCS17-0289CofN(1) File No.: 20170801-10015188-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: ROBLES CUSTOM CABINETS 4536 INDUSTRIAL ST. SIMI VALLEY, CA 93063 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Herman Robles, 4536 Industrial St., Simi Valley, CA 93063 Full Name of Registrant Herman Robles 2331 N. Corlson Ave. Simi Valley, CA 93063 Joaquin Robles Jr. 616 Hudspeth St. Simi Valley, CA 93063 This Business is conducted by: A General Partnership The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on N/A I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Herman Robles 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 08/01/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: CA Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0290 File No.: 20170707-10013524-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MARTIN’S PLUMBING & ROOTER 716 NORTH VENTURA RD #150 OXNARD, CA 93030 VENTURA COUNTY State of Incorporation/Organization: CA Return Mailing Address: Monique Mejia, 716 North Ventura Road #150, Oxnard, CA 93030 Full Name of Registrant MPR Fast Inc. 716 North Ventura Rd #150 Oxnard, CA 93030 This Business is conducted by: A Corporation The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 7/7/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any

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855-625-9080 or http://www.dental50plus.com/52 Ad# 6118 material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Monique Mejia 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUNTY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/07/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: MC Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0291 File No.: 20170725-10014699-0 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: 1) AMARU; 2) AMARU LIFE 90 BUCKSKIN ROAD BELL CANYON, CA 91307 VENTURA COUNTY Return Mailing Address: Lauren Michelle Costine, 90 Buckskin Road, West Hills, CA 91307 Full Name of Registrant Lauren Michelle Costine 90 Buckskin Road Bell Canyon, CA 91307 This Business is conducted by: An Individual The registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on (1-2) 7/25/2017 I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant who declares information as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of 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).) /S/Lauren Michelle Costine 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 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 residence address or 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).

THIS STATEMENT WAS FILED WITH THE COUN-

TY CLERK OF VENTURA ON 07/25/2017.

MARK A. LUNN By: ZE Deputy County Clerk Publish No.: August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2017 - 4T TCS17-0292 Trustee Sale No. F1700023 Notice Of Trustee’s Sale Loan No. CLF Simi Valley Business Trust Title Order No. 1855190-05 You Are In Default Under A Deed Of Trust, Security Agreement And Fixture Filing Dated 01/31/2007 And More Fully Described Below (The “Deed Of Trust”). Unless You Take Action To Protect Your Property, It May Be Sold At A Public Sale.

If You Need An Explanation Of The Nature Of The Proceedings Against You, You Should Contact A Lawyer. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash or cashiers check (payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States) (payable to Assured Lender Services, Inc.), will be held by a duly appointed trustee.

The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, legal fees and costs, charges and expenses of the undersigned trustee (“Trustee”) for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor(s): CLF Simi Valley Business Trust, a Virginia business trust Recorded: recorded on 02/01/2007 as Document No. 2007020100022499-0 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Ventura County, California; Date of Sale: 08/29/2017 at 11:00AM Place of Sale: At the main front entrance to the Government Center Hall of Justice, 800 S. Victoria Ave., Ventura, CA 93003 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $20,868,666.79 The purported property address is: 3039 and 3041 Cochran Street, Simi Valley, CA 93065 Legal Description See Exhibit “A” attached hereto and made a part hereof Personal Property Description See Exhibit “B” attached hereto and made a part hereof Assessors Parcel No. 611-0-044205 The beneficiary under the Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell Under Deed of Trust, Security Agreement and Fixture Filing (the “Notice of Default and Election to Sell”). The undersigned caused the Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located and more than three months have elapsed since such recordation. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. If no street ad-

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENTS

POSITION: HIGH SCHOOL MATH TEACHER POSITION AVAILABLE: 2017-2018 School Year WORK YEAR: 185 Days SALARY: $46,009 - $64,068 QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Single Subject Math Credential APPLICATION DEADLINE AND PROCEDURE: Applications will be accepted until filled Applicants must submit the following materials: • Cover Letter of Interest • District Certificated Application (available on-line: www.mrpk.org) • Resume of Professional Training and Experience • Three Current Professional Letters of Reference • Copies of Transcripts (unofficial lower and upper) POSITION: LANGUAGE ARTS/CHORUS TEACHER Middle School POSITION AVAILABLE: 2017 - 2018 School Year WORK YEAR: 185 Days SALARY: $46,009 - $64,068 QUALIFICATIONS: Must have the appropriate California credential/credits to teach chorus as well as an English language arts credential.

APPLICATION DEADLINE AND PROCEDURE: Applications will be accepted until filled.

Applicants must submit the following materials: • Cover Letter of Interest • District Certificated Application available online - www.mrpk.org • Resume of Professional Training and Experience • Three Current Professional Letters of Reference • Copies of Transcripts (unofficial lower & upper)

POSITION: MIDDLE SCHOOL MATH TEACHER POSITION AVAILABLE: 2017-2018 School Year WORK YEAR: 185 Days SALARY: $46,009 - $64,068 QUALIFICATIONS: Valid California Single Subject Math Credential APPLICATION DEADLINE AND PROCEDURE: Applications will be accepted until filled Applicants must submit the following materials: • Cover Letter of Interest • District Certificated Application (available on-line: www.mrpk.org) • Resume of Professional Training and Experience • Three Current Professional Letters of Reference • Copies of Transcripts (UJlofficiallower and upper) FOR ALL POSITIONS, APPLY TO: Dr. Cathrine Lasure, Assistant Superintendent Personnel Services Moorpark Unified School District 5297 Maureen Lane Moorpark, CA 93021 Telephone (805) 378-6300 THE MOORPARK UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, WHICH COMPLIES WITH ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL AND STATE NON-DISCRIMINATION LAWS. THE DISTRICT DOES NOT ILLEGALLY DISCRIMINATE AGAINST ANY EMPLOYEE OR APPLICANT FOR EMPLOYMENT ON ACCOUNT OF RACE, RELIGIOUS CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, ETHNIC GROUP, PHYSICAL OR MENTAL DISABILITY AS DEFINED BY FEDERAL AND STATE LAW, MEDICAL CONDITION, MARITAL STATUS, PREGNANCY, SEX, ACTUAL OR PERCEIVED SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, POLITICAL AFFILIATION, DOMICILE, OR MEMBERSHlP AND/OR PARTICIPATION IN AN EMPLOYEE ORGANIZATION DEFINED BY THE EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT RELATIONS ACT. (COMPLAINTS WILL BE INVESTIGATED PURSUANT TO BOARD POLICY 4001.)

NAJERA From page 14A auctioneer. A program including awards presentations honoring local attorney Barbara Macri-Ortiz and Jaime Bordenave, the former director of Cabrillo Improvement Association (Cabrillo’s predecessor), for their efforts and advocacy as leaders in affordable housing also is scheduled.

Tickets for the event are $100 and are available for purchase online at cabrilloedc.org.

FAIR From page 1B food offerings like Deep Fried Pineapple and Belgian Waffles on a Stick pleased the taste for new summer treats while the mini donuts and turkey legs satisfied the cravings of fairgoers.

Total attendance for 2017 was 305,746; off from 2016’s record attendance of 332,262.

“We do everything we can to bring Ventura County a better fair every year,” said CEO Barbara Quaid, sharing the fair’s winning formula; “For us the focus is not about the numbers of people coming through the gates, but about the quality of the experience our guests have at the fair. We measure our success by the number of smiles on the faces of the fairgoers. We are committed to offering a clean, safe and fun experience that people will remember forever.”

As is the case every year, overall success would not be possible without the tremendous support of the sponsors and the community. While the gates have closed on the 2017 Ventura County Fair, planning is already underway for the 2018 fair.

The Ventura County Fairgrounds consists of a 62.5acre parcel and operates as a multi-purpose, multi-functional, year-round facility accommodating a variety of events. Regarded as a premier rental facility, the Ventura County Fairgrounds and Event Center attracts some of the most popular shows and attractions in the county throughout the year, including livestock shows, dog shows, horse shows, home and recreation shows, concerts, dances, business expos, weddings, quinceañeras and receptions, motorcycle and automobile shows, camping groups, swap meets and much more.

The Ventura County Fair entertained thousands of guests and participants. It employs up to 700 seasonal staff during the annual 12-day event. With annual attendance of over 300,000 visitors to the fair, the communities throughout Ventura County share in the economic vitality derived from the Ventura County Fair. The fair brings economic, social, educational, and cultural resources and provides lasting impressions on fairgoers.

While agriculture is the heart of the fair, it’s the diverse entertainment that typically draws fairgoers through the gates. Known for free top name concerts, we take pride in the overall dynamics and diversity of the entertainment, the esthetics and cleanliness of the grounds, as well as the vast educational and innovative exhibits that are showcased throughout the fair each year.