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continue in his current role as our Assistant Superintendent.) It has been more than ten years since our district was represented on this board— the last individuals to do so were Rev. Charles Crabtree (as Assistant General Superintendent) and Rev. Glen Cole (as non-resident, while he Pastored Capital Christian Center.) We are pleased and proud that Dr. Huddleston’s wisdom and abilities are being recognized by our national body. We are confident that his contribution to the national vision and direction will be substantial, and we are excited for the future of our fellowship. We also want to point out that his election is not only a statement about him, but it is also a compliment to our entire district— that the entire nation would consider one of our officers as worthy to sit on this board— that is a tribute to all of us! Superintendent Bret Allen and I are asking you to join with us to express our congratulations to our friend, Samuel Huddleston! Superintendent Bret Allen Secretary-Treasurer Jay Herndon
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thrive and spread violence. “While we acknowledge and appreciate President Trump’s disavowment of the hatred which has resulted in a loss of life today, we call on the President to take the tangible step to remove Steve Bannon – a wellknown white supremacist leader – from his team of advisers. Bannon serves as a symbol of white nationalism and his high place in the White House only energizes that sentiment.” “We must help to bridge what divides Americans rather than widen the gap between us. In the meantime, the NAACP stands strong with our brothers and sisters in Charlottesville who are gathering, marching and singing for peace. We are and will continue to be steadfast and immovable in the fight against discrimination, prejudice and hatred – and we are not afraid.”
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Parents Arrested For Failing To Send Their Kids To School
Ten parents were arrested last week and charged with failing to send their kids to school as part of a county wide truancy sweep coordinated by the Merced County District Attorney’s office and the Merced County Office of Education, District Attorney Larry D. Morse II announced today. The District Attorney’s office and the County Office of Education launched a new truancy prevention program in August in which a District Attorney Investigator has been assigned to work exclusively with Merced County School Districts to ensure that children are regularly attending school. The cost of the new program is being shared by the District Attorney’s office, the Merced County Office of Education, and the school districts, Morse said. The sweep on August 30th was only the first, Morse said. “Countless studies have shown that students who are chronically absent from school fall behind their classmates and are at greater risk of dropping out of school. Similar studies show that high school dropouts are at least eight times more likely to be in jail or prison. They also earn less money, pay fewer
taxes and are more likely to collect welfare. We fail our children, we fail public safety and we fail our communities if we do not do everything in our power to see that kids graduate from high school,” Morse said, adding that more sweeps would follow. The 10 parents arrested last week were charged with contributing to the delinquency of a minor, a misdemeanor. Nancy Benitez, 42, Ana Luzania, 34, Rosalind Hardin, 46, Jose Gonzales, 45, Ana Salas, 43, Bernadette Thomas, 45, Vanessa Montufar, 32, Fabiola Higareda, 44, and Jennifer Villa, all of Merced, were all taken directly to court by the arresting officer and arraigned before Merced County
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University Of California Sues Trump Administration On Unlawful Repeal Of DACA Program
UC Office of the President The University of California (Sept. 8) filed suit in federal court against the Trump administration for wrongly and unconstitutionally violating the rights of the University and its students by rescinding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) program on “nothing more than unreasoned executive whim.” The lawsuit filed in the Northern District of California against the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and its acting secretary, Elaine Duke, is the first to be filed by a university seeking to stop the Trump administration’s recently announced decision to end the DACA program, which has allowed nearly 800,000 undocumented young people to legally live, work and study in the United States. UC President Janet Napolitano, who was secretary of DHS from 2009 to 2013, created the DACA program in 2012, setting in place a rigorous application and security review process. Applicants for DACA were only approved if they were in or had graduated from high school or college, or were in the military, or an honorably discharged veteran. They cannot have been convicted of a felony or major misdemeanor or otherwise pose a threat to national security or public safety. “Neither I, nor the University of California, take the step of suing the federal government lightly, especially not the very agency that I led,” Napolitano said. “It is imperative, however, that we stand up for these vital members of the UC community. They represent the best of who we are — hard working, resilient and motivated high achievers. To arbitrarily and capriciously end the DACA program, which benefits our country as a whole, is not only unlawful, it is contrary to our national values and bad policy.” The lawsuit asks the court to set aside the Trump administration’s rescission of DACA
because it is “unconstitutional, unjust, and unlawful.” “As a result of the Defendants’ actions, the Dreamers face expulsion from the only country that they call home, based on nothing more than unreasoned executive whim,” the complaint reads. “The University faces the loss of vital members of its community, students and employees. It is hard to imagine a decision less reasoned, more damaging, or undertaken with less care. ... Defendants’ capricious rescission of the DACA program violates both the procedural and substantive requirements of the APA (Administrative Procedure Act), as well as the Due Process Clause of the Fifth Amendment.” UC has approximately 4,000 undocumented students, a substantial number of whom have DACA, as well as teachers, researchers and health care providers who are DACA recipients. The lawsuit was filed with the pro bono support of the law
firm Covington & Burling, LLP. As today’s legal action demonstrates, UC continues to take a leadership role in protecting its DACA and other undocumented students. The university is committed to using all available resources to support the thousands of Dreamers who are currently enrolled at UC campuses, as well as other undocumented students. Those resources and services include: • Continuing to allow California residents who are Dreamers to pay in-state tuition; • Maintaining the DREAM loan program for financial aid; • Offering legal services to our undocumented students; • Supporting campus-based student service centers; and • Directing campus police not to contact, detain, question or arrest individuals based on suspected undocumented status, or to enter agreements to undertake joint efforts to make arrests for federal immigration law violations.
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Alice and Clifford Spendlove Prize in Social Justice, Diplomacy and Tolerance
The University of California, Merced is pleased to honor Winona LaDuke as the 11th distinguished recipient of the Alice and Clifford Spendlove Prize in Social Justice, Diplomacy and Tolerance.
Winona Laduke November 13, 2017~6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Winona Laduke, international- Nader for the Green Party. ly renowned activist working on As co-founder and Executive issues of climate change, renew- Director of Honor the Earth, she able energy and environmental works nationally and internajustice with Indigenous commu- tionally on the issues of climate nities, will be honored this fall as change, renewable energy, and the 11th recipient of the Alice environmental justice with Inand Clifford Spendlove Prize in digenous communities. In her Social Justice, Diplomacy and own community, she is the Tolerance. founder of the White Earth Land "By endowing this important Recovery Project, one of the prize in 2006, Sherrie Spend- largest reservation based nonlove has honored her parents, profit organizations in the counwho were lifelong professionals try. LaDuke is regarded as an dedicated to the lives of citizens, international leader for her work youth and students of the Mer- to protect Indigenous plants and ced region. Our campus commu- heritage foods from patenting nity deeply appreciates the op- and genetic engineering. portunity to celebrate the prize, In 2007, LaDuke was inducted and its recipients, annually." into the National Women’s Hall Winona LaDuke is an inter- of Fame, recognizing her leadnationally renowned activist ership and community commitworking on issues of sustainable ment. In 1994, she was nominatdevelopment, renewable energy ed by Time magazine as one of and food systems. LaDuke lives America’s fifty most promising and works on the White Earth leaders under forty years of age. reservation in northern Minne- LaDuke has received numerous sota, and is a two time vice pres- awards, including the Thomas idential candidate with Ralph Merton Award, Ms. Magazine’s
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Woman of the Year (with the Indigo Girls), and the Reebok Human Rights Award. LaDuke’s work has also been acknowledged through The White Earth Land Recovery Project, as recipient of the prestigious 2003 International Slow Food Award for Biodiversity, recognizing the organization’s work to protect wild rice from patenting and genetic engineering. LaDuke was a co-founder, and has served as Board Co-Chair of the Indigenous Women’s Network for fifteen years. She continues to maintain a significant role in international advocacy for indigenous people, including numerous presentations at United Nations forums. LaDuke is also a former board member of Greenpeace USA and is presently an advisory board member for the Trust for Public Lands Tribal and Native Lands Program as well as a board member of the Christensen Fund. A graduate of Harvard and Antioch Universities, LaDuke has written extensively on Native American and environmental issues. She is the author of six books, including Recovering the Sacred, All Our Relations, a novel entitled Last Standing Woman, and her newest work The Winona LaDuke Chronicles.
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First 5 Merced County Awards Funding to Support Families
The First 5 Merced County Commission awarded $1,026,802 to agencies in Merced County to support families with children 0-5 years old at its July 10 and August 14, 2017 meetings. The seven programs all support families raising their children in safe, stable, and nurturing homes. Four of the programs include direct services activities to parents and guardians to care for children in their earliest years of life. The new Direct Services awards include the following: • ACE Overcomers - ACE Overcomers Program - $337,000 • Deaf and Hard of Hearing Service Center - ASL for Kids $20,250 • Merced County Office of Education - Parents Helping Parents - $108,031 • Sierra Vista Child and Family Services - Early Mental Health Support Services for Children and Families - $336,021
Three of the programs include systems change activities to affect local policies, systems, and procedures that affect families. The new Systems Change awards include the following: • Healthy House Within a MATCH Coalition - Afya Maternal/Child Church-Based Health Network - $75,000 • Merced County Office of Education - Caring For Our Black Children - $75,000 • Project Prevention Coalition Nurturing Hmong Children, Empowering Hmong Parents and Caregivers - $75,000 All of the services will be provided throughout the county. First 5 Merced County is excited to partner with these agencies to help our youngest community members. For more information about the Strong Families efforts, visit the Programs page or contact First 5 Merced County at (209) 385-7337.
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Adam C. Gray (Sacramento) – Assemblymember Adam C. Gray (D-Merced) announced that the California State Senate unanimously approved his bill to create an ongoing source of funding to
California’s financially strapped network of fairs. AB 1499 would provide annual funding of approximately $15 million for reinvestment back into the state’s 78 fairs. AB 1499 now heads to the Governor’s desk. “It is encouraging to see such widespread support for state fair funding here in the State Legislature,” said Gray. “Fairs have struggled to stay open since the state eliminated funding during the recession. This legislation restores a portion of that funding to keep these valuable assets open and thriving. Our fairs are economic engines that attract investments and create jobs, particularly in agricultural regions like Merced and Stanislaus Counties.”
“Our fair system is vital to our economy and our ability to support programs like 4H and Future Farmers of America for our local youth,” said Bill Mattos, current Vice-President and incoming President of the Stanislaus County Fair Board. “We appreciate Assemblyman Gray’s hard work on this important issue.” “County fairs and the agricultural programs they feature are essential to Merced’s quality of life,” said Emily Haden, Vice-President of the Merced County Fair Board. “We are pleased that AB 1499 has passed the legislature and encourage Governor Brown to support our fairs by signing it into law.”
Property Tax Postponement For Senior, Blind, or Disabled Citizens The State Controller’s Property Tax Postponement Program returned in 2016 after being suspended by the Legislature in 2009. The program allows homeowners who are seniors, blind or have a disability to defer current-year property taxes on their principal residence if they meet certain criteria including 40 percent equity in the home and an annual household income of $35,500 or less. http://www.sco.ca.gov/ardtax_
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na. Tuesday’s public comments were mostly from entrepreneurs — some visiting from outside the county who want to set up operations in Merced. Follow the money, they urged leaders. Councilman Michael Belluomini was visibly flabbergasted at the idea of moving away from the original goal of approving 4 medical marijuana dispensaries. “If we want to do everything,” he said, “we need to start a process and go through the hearings. … I don't have input from the public to make that decision.” In Merced County, 48.52 percent of voters did not go along with Prop. 64. Nearly 34,000
county residents voted “NO” on marijuana legalization. Mayor Mike Murphy argued that a decision on recreational use would be premature, and that the city will need a revenue stream to go along with the additional strain on local law enforcement efforts. Councilwoman Jill McLeod, on the other hand, said she would hate to see the council go back to the drawing board while “members of our community are waiting patiently.” Raising a passionate voice, she added: “With groundbreaking decisions, you are going to have to be brave.”
Merced Planning For Variety of Cannabis Markets
By JONATHAN WHITAKER Mid-Valley Publications Merced leaders are charting a new course for cannabis cultivation, distribution, and sales of recreational marijuana inside the city limits. They want it all … to a certain extent. On Tuesday night, a joint panel (excuse the pun) of City Council members and Planning Commission members gave a show of hands that directed city staff and a paid consultant to come up with a path that will allow virtually every type of cannabis business in the city. Merced is now the first valley town to seriously consider such a move. “It’s an awkward discussion,” City Manager Steve Carrigan admitted. But he assured leaders: “We will be the model. We want to set the standard in California … Everybody is watching, and we understand that.” The new direction signaled the potential end of more than two years of intense debate that revolved mostly around the acceptance of a limited number of “medical marijuana” dispensa-
ries for those residents who are sick and suffering from chronic pain. But an official city pot policy is not out of the weeds (excuse another pun) yet. The modified staff proposal will have to come back before Planning and then the Council for a final decision. The mayor, another council member, and at least one commissioner expressed reluctance about expanding the scope of the discussion. Residents also will have a chance to voice concerns at upcoming meetings. Nevertheless, city staff members aim to wrap up the guidelines before the end of the year. Here’s where the city is heading: • 3 retail stores in “central commercial” or “general commercial” zones for residents over 21 to purchase recreational pot. Owners would have to go through a competitive application process. • 1 specific medical marijuana dispensary located in “commercial office” or “general commercial” zones. • Indoor industrial cultivation in the city’s industrial zones.
• Manufacturing of pot products (volatile and non-volatile) in industrial zones. • Small distribution centers in industrial zones. The prevailing thought on Tuesday night’s panel at City Hall was that medical marijuana revenue will be dwarfed by recreational sales — something a majority of state voters approved with Prop. 64. They said most local tax revenue and jobs will come from local retail, local cultivation and local industrial production. The state is currently shoring up regulations for a roll out (yes another pun), while cities are facing local management of the issue. Those council members who voiced support for expanding the scope of the city’s potential cannabis market included Sheriff’s sergeant Kevin Blake, D.A. Office prosecutor Matt Serratto, nurse practitioner Jill McLeod, middle school teacher Anthony Martinez, and high school teacher Josh Pedrozo. In the audience, gone were the ill patients who showed up more than a year ago to plead their cases for medical marijua-
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Merced – The Transit Joint Powers Authority (TJPA) and Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) celebrated the groundbreaking ceremony of the new Transit Operations and Maintenance Facility. “We are very excited to be breaking ground on the new facility,” said Transit Manager Rich Green. “This facility will allow us to be more efficient in our daily activities and able to invest in future improvements, like zero-emission vehicles.” This $6.5 million project will construct a five (5) bay maintenance facility, onsite fueling station, a bus wash, and bus detailing station. The facility will be located on a 6-acre infill site that is surrounded by other industrial properties and will provide enough parking to accommodate future expansion of the fleet. The project is funded by State Prop 1B (Public Transit Modernization, Improvement, and Service Enhancement Account) and Local Transportation Funds. TJPA is in contract with Modestobased Acme Construction Company, Inc. for the construction of the facility which is expected to be completed by winter of 2018. The Bus is the single public transportation service provider for all of Merced County and is administered by the Transit Joint Powers Authority for Merced County and managed by the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG). For more information, please visit www. mercedthebus.com and www. mcagov.org.
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The idea behind the remodeled Veterans Resource Center was to give Merced College’s veterans their own place on campus. Whether they needed someone to talk to or just a quiet space to be alone with their thoughts, the hope was to provide a little of everything. Vice President of Student Services Michael McCandless believes the school has achieved just that. The First Lieutenant
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Elder Phyllis Patterson from New Faith Tabernacle in Merced with Dora Yanez, left and Dr. Jennifer Jones, right on September 2, 2017 at Applegate Park. The Praise in the Park event was sponsored by New Faith Tabernacle For His Glory Dance Ministry. Love and Praise were shared in the Park with singing, dancing, praying, clothing and food give-away.
"Praise in the Park was a success! Thank you to everyone who came from near and far to show love to our community. And a very special thank you to my awesome Pastor Gwen Amey for always supporting For HIS Glory Praise Dance Ministry. Can't wait to do it again! It is truly better to give than receive."
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Nate Renteria Keyboardist/Drummer, speaking to the audience at the Praise in the Park. Nate, also ministered in song.
Church Women United held their Human Rights Celebration on Friday, September 8, 2017 at Bethesda Apostolic Faith Church, 1822 Canal Street, Merced California. The program theme was “Kindling New Fires of Hope�. Rescue kits for Valley Crisis Center was put together and presented to the leaders at the Center. Lynna Cano, the Advocate for Human Trafficking, Victim Support Specialist, updated the group on what is happening here in our community, Merced County.' For further information on what to bring for the Rescue kits, please contact Ginny Riley at (209) 489-4128 or Jan Sorge (209) 769-1884. UPCOMING EVENT The World Community Day & Annual Meeting The World Community Day focuses on " Kindling New Fires For Peace will be held, "Friday, October 13 at 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. SEE PAGE >10
Virginia Riley special reading at Human Rights Celebration.
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lives by the verse that says, one plants the seed, another waters it but God gives the increase. Come hear the message God has given her for you and be encouraged. PRAISE & WORSHIP Debbie Lynn Heath has been in music ministry for many years. She loves to minister healing worship to broken women. Afternoon Session Norma Flores Before Sister Norma gave her life to the Lord, her heart was very hard and full of unforgiveness. When she opened her heart to Him he poured out His Spirit on her and transformed her life. She received a word of prophecy that she would be ministering to women and found herself ministering to women in Chowchilla Prison through Women's Aglow for 9 years. Norma attends T.B.C and continues to be led by the SEE PAGE>13
Dr. Rodger Tyler pastor of Progressive Missionary Baptist Church in Modesto, CA. Dr. Tyler were among many who ministered though songs. YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS NEXT YEAR! Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church of Atwater held their 15th Annual Gospel Concert on August 26, 2017 at Mount Olive. The concert was uplifting, spirit-filled and electrifying.
By Mark McWhorter Have you ever been awake in the early morning? I'm talking about when it's still dark but almost time for daylight to appear. You look around, but you can't see much because it's still dark. But in just a short time, the sky begins to brighten. You look toward the east and you can see that a small amount of light appears on the horizon. And then, all of a sudden, the Sun seems to jump into the sky. Rays of light burst all around. The morning breaks, and a new day begins. The birds start chirping. The rooster crows. Animals wake up and start moving around. Babies have had their rest and are ready to play again. If there is dew on the ground, the grass will look bright and perky compared to the day before. The trees will look a little greener. It's as if the whole world is refreshed and renewed. The Greeks had a word for the Sun's jumping above the horizon. It's the same word used by
www.ApologeticsPress.org * www.ApologeticsPress.org/Espanol * www.DiscoveryMagazine.com * www.GBNTV.org *************************** edsel's note(s): In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. He was in the beginning with God. All things were made through Him, and without Him nothing was made that was made. In Him was life, and the life was the Light of men. The Light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not comprehend it. There came a man sent from God, whose name was John. He came to bear witness about the Light, that all through him might believe. He was not the Light, but came (was sent) to bear witness of that Light. That was the true Light who gives light to everyone coming into the world. He was in the world, and the world was made through Him, and the world did not know
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Join New Faith Tabernacle to celebrate their Pastor's 42nd Anniversary October 6-7, 2017. October 6~Banquet at 5: 00 p.m. and October 7~Appreciation Service at 3:00 p.m. Guest Speaker: Dr. Bruce McAlister of Saints Community COGIC, Fresno, CA. Location: New Faith Tabernacle 208 E. 10th~Merced, CA
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Him. He came to His own, and His own did not receive Him. But as many as received Him, who believed in His name, He gave the right (authority) to become children of God, who were born, not of the blood nor the will of the flesh nor of the will of man, but of God [John 1:1-13]. Verse 14. The Word, Christ, was God (1:1) [the rendition "a god" is grossly incorrect], who existed eternally (Mic. 5:2) as Jehovah's "fellow" (Zec. 13:7). He was manifested in the flesh (1 Tim. 3:16) and so, as a partaker in flesh and blood, is not ashamed to call us His brethren (Heb. 2:11-15) {Wayne's ASV Notes}. John 3:3-5. The birth process consists of a begettal and a bringing forth into the family relationship. One is spiritually begotten by the word of God, the seed (1 Pet. 1:23; Luke 8:11) when faith is produced in his heart (1 John 5:1). Birth occurs when he is raised in baptism (Rom. 6:3, 4) {Wayne's ASV Notes}. www.christiancourier.com
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Church Women United In The Merced Area World Community Day
Friday, October 13, 2017 9:30 a.m.- 11:30 a.m. World Community Day focuses on " Kindling New Fires For Peace" with the invitation to prayerfully approach this celebration with open hearts, willing to leave our comfort zones and become inclusive communities, living peacefully together. WCD continues to emphasize peace but has been broadened to include justice, a vital partner of peace. The once clear categories of "domestic" and foreign" were consciously blurred so the global scope of the wide range of problems could we emphasized in World Community Day. Speakers: Women Representatives of the Muslim Community Bring your Valley Crisis Center donations to the celebration. Bring a friend, Refreshments will be available. Free will offering For more information: Donna Hall (209) 722-6327 or Joyce Hambley (209) 723-4101. Valley Crisis Center is seeking donations. If you would like to donate monetary funds or the items, or a partial set, that are needed for kits for surviSEE PAGE>13
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Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
One Hundred Men In Black Sunday, September 24, 2017 at 3:00 p.m. The Antioch Missionary Bap- Baptist Church tist Church Brotherhood pres- 404 W. 6th Street in Merced, CA. ents their Annual One Hundred Dr. Sterling Kyle Jr., Pastor. DinMen In Black Program featuring ner served from 1:30 p.m.-2:45 The Pleasant Travelers of Fresno. p.m. Location: Antioch Missionary
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Sunday School: 9:30 a.m. Worship Service: Sunday 11:00 a.m. Bible Study: Wed. 6:00-7:00 p.m.
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THE GOSPEL PLAN OF SALVATION God’s Steps to Salvation Saved-in Christ (Galatians 3:27) Be Baptized Confess Faith In Christ Repent of Sins Believe the Gospel Hear the Gospel Lost-Without God (Ephesians 2:12).
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Yarts To Begin Winter Service
MERCED – The Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System (YARTS) will transition to a winter schedule on September 30, 2017 which will conclude summer service from Mammoth Lakes, Sonora, and Fresno for the season. Year-round service from Merced and Mariposa along Highway 140 will continue with a new winter schedule. Summer service from Sonora and Fresno will resume in May 2018. Service from Mammoth Lakes is scheduled to resume the first weekend in June 2018. YARTS is a regional public transit service that provides a year-
round alternative to driving to Yosemite from Merced and Mariposa along Highway 140, and from Highways 120, 395 and 41 during summer months. YARTS schedules make connections with all intercity transportation providers in Merced: Amtrak, Greyhound and Boutique Air at the Merced Airport, and also connects to transit providers in Mono, Tuolumne and Fresno Counties during summer operations. For more information about YARTS or the seasonal schedules, please visit www.yarts.com or call (877)989-2787.
Merced College to Host Career Fair
More than 40 local companies looking to hire are set to visit the Merced College campus for the Fall Career Fair on October 4. The companies represent a wide range of fields including education, law enforcement, banking, contractors, retail and much more. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., in the campus Quad. Prospective employees are encouraged to have copies of their resumes available and to dress professionally. The Merced College Career Center has worked
hard to ensure that almost every company present is hiring within Merced County. “The hope is to expose our students to a variety of employment opportunities and make them aware of the resources available,” said Career/Transfer Center Assistant Deidra Brinson. “Our goal is to let students speak with employers and get an idea of what they’re looking for.” For more information contact the Merced College Career Center at 209.384.6243.
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Friday, October 13, 2017~Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. Saturday~October 14, 2017 at 9:00 a.m. - 3 p.m. (includes lunch) God's Women of Wisdom & Grace Ministries Presents" Purple & Pearls with a Purpose" Wise Women Moving Forward by Faith to Fulfill their purpose- Matthew 25. Location Victory in Praise Church of Modesto: 720 G St. Modesto, CA 95354. Guest speakers: De Etta West, a dynamic conference and motivational speaker, Evangelist, Author, Singer & Actress. Film Credits: Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins, Rocky, The Preacher's Kid, Tyler Perry's Meet the Browns, Saints & Sinners and Merry Christmas Baby. Also, Dr. Karene Gray, a Prophetess and Dynamic Conference and Motivational Speaker, has a special message for Young Women, Operates in Spiritual Gifts. She is soon to launch a Theological Seminary known as "School for the Prophets". Conference cost: $55 includes Conference Materials, Concert & Saturday Lunch. For more details contact Irma Street Martin (510) 472-2397 or email MotherOnion@aol.com.
Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations through Oct. 15 Fresno State kick offs its Hispanic Heritage Month observance from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., with the University’s annual Bienvenida in the Peace Garden presented by the Latina/o Faculty and Staff Association. It’s the first major event on a calendar of nearly 20 events through Oct. 15 both on and off campus in concert with the nationwide observance paying tribute to generations of Latino Americans who have influenced and enriched the nation’s progress and way of life. President Joseph I. Castro, himself a symbol of the University progress in opening its doors to all segments of the community as Fresno State’s first Latino chief executive in its 107-year history, will welcome faculty, staff and students at the event. He will be joined by the Hon. David Manuel Preciado Juárez, the Cónsul Titular of the Mexican Consulate in Fresno. The consul brings with him special performers from the Universidad Autónoma de Baja
California, a public university in the Mexican state of Baja California, one of 43 universities in México’s state university system: the Concierto Coro Ensenada, Banda de Guerra and tenor José Ortega. Cultural performances will also be performed by Los Danzantes de Aztlan and the Fresno State Mariachi before Consúl Preciado Juarez leads the traditional Mexican Independence Day battle cry known as “El Grito de Dolores” that Father Junipero Serra delivered early the morning of Sept. 16, 1810 –now known as el Dieceséis de Septiémbre — in the small Mexican town Dolores, Guanajuato. The middle of September is also the independence anniversary for several other Latin American countries so the Bienvenida and the Hispanic Heritage Month observance also pays tribute to them, said. Dr. Victor Olivares, president of the LFSA. The celebration, which welcomes back students faculty and staff for the fall semester,
Musical Guest: Yvonne Cobbs, Vanessa Murphy & Elizabeth Ayala and Special Guest appearance: Mother Onion-Comedienne
De Etta West is cosponsored by the Latino Programs and Services of the Cross Cultural Gender Center in the Division of Student Affairs and Enrollment Services. Other sponsors are the Provost’s Office, the College Assistance Migrant Program and the Student Involvement Office. The CCGC Latino programs also coordinates the full Hispanic Heritage Month calendar that will also be highlighted by the 20th Anniversary of the film “Selena” featuring a tribute to its producer, Moctesuma Esparza, 5 – 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 25,∙ Maya Cinema Courtyard located at Campus Pointe (Chestnut, north of Shaw). It will include an entertainment tribute to Selena. Also planned is a fundraiser to support Fresno State DACA students at the Save Mart Center for $50 per person. It will include a reception with a cash bar, ticket to view the movie, popcorn and beverage. (More information: Student Involvement 559.278.2741). SEE PAGE>16
12 SEPTEMBER 2017 VETERANS... CONTINUED FROM PAGE 7 ed a space that veterans could use inside and outside and serve as an anchor to attract them to a place where they’d have the resources to be successful. We have the outside study area where they can get some space, and on the inside they can get peer mentoring, a place to meet and counseling. “They’re the kind of wraparound services that provide the peer-to-peer interactions and support network that give our veterans their best chance to be successful when matriculating into school.” The Peter Gallo Memorial Foundation donated $80,000 to the project, which took just about a year and a half to complete. Working with Darden Ar-
chitects out of Fresno, the College allocated an initial $50,000 towards the interior offices, which were completed in January. The remaining $30,000 went towards the construction of the patio area and the new sign. Peter J. Gallo, whom the center is named after, won a number of medals as a combat veteran in Vietnam. “The Gallos were looking for a way to memorialize (Peter), and this was a good way to also help Merced College students that are fellow veterans,” McCandless said. “The reaction to its completion is just a general excitement. The students are really excited for the space itself, but also for the support the College has shown them.
“They’re pleased that we recognize we can provide some of these services and we’re pleased that the students are accessing them. We think it’s made a big impact on them.” Veterans services clerk Dustin Thompson echoed those sentiments. “I think everybody is extremely happy with how it’s turned out,” Thompson said. “The renovations went well. It took a little bit longer than expected, but the end result speaks for itself. “The hope is that the more we put the resources that we have out there on campus – whether it be the computers, print services, copying or our lending library that we started this past semester – that more people will start to flow into the office.”
MCOE ROP, Fineline Industries Partner for Manufacturing Day Activities Between 30 and 50 Regional Occupational Program students will learn more about high-skill trade jobs available in manufacturing situations through a cooperative effort with a Merced industry and the ROP and Career Technical Education program at the Merced County Office of Education. Merced County ROP and Fineline Industries, which manufactures Centurion and Supreme boats, will collaborate in Manufacturing Day activities on Oct. 6 at the Grogan Avenue facility near Merced Municipal Airport. Mary Whited, ROP-CTE coordinator for MCOE’s Educational Services program, said students from throughout the
county, especially those at Dos Palos, Delhi, Atwater and Buhach Colony high schools and other county schools, will take part in the program, most likely in the morning hours. This is the second year Fineline Industries has teamed up with the ROP to offer tours at both of their facilities and share information on the types of jobs available in manufacturing, Whited said. “Manufacturing Day is an international day that sponsors tours and open houses of manufacturing companies. We are fortunate to partner with a great local employer,” Whited said. SEE PAGE>24
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It’s a Family Reunion Hermione L Williams I have always been curious about my family history. Family history is very important to an individual. By knowing where you come from, you can have a better perspective of your life. Having a clear understanding of your family background allows you to better appreciate the things that you would normally take for granted. The house, the car, and the average clothing may look better when one sees the sacrifices their family has made. They will see that their family has worked very hard just so their family can experience the better things in life. A person’s roots and origin is one of the most important things to explore. It alone can bring you closer to self-discovery. There are two sides to a person’s family and one side of my family has been traced all the way back to slavery. My grandmother and mother often told me about my maternal great-great-great Grandmother who was a slave and made the most incredible Tea Cake cookies, which the recipe has been passed down throughout the generations. Although I have found very little documentations on my great-great-great grandmother; I relied heavily on the stories passed down from generations to generations. My fondest memories of my maternal great-grandparents Silvanous & Cora Hughes came during the summertime and every fourth weekend in September for the Craig & Lock family Reunion at Macedonia Baptist Church in Sparkman, Arkansas in which we traveled from California to attend. Great-grandmother Cora was a petite woman who weighted under 100 lbs. she was feisty and full of energy. I vividly remember her always wearing heels (even picking vegetables from her garden) so that’s where I got my love for wearing heels from, it’s in my DNA. Great-grandfather Silvanous was Cherokee Indian descent, he was a tall slender man that lived to the ripe age of 100.
Hermione L Williams Slavery in America began when the first African slaves were brought to the North American colony of Jamestown, Virginia, in 1619, to aid in the production of such lucrative crops as tobacco. Slavery was practiced throughout the American colonies in the 17th and 18th centuries, and African-American slaves helped build the economic foundations of the new nation. Slaves in the antebellum South constituted about onethird of the southern population. Most slaves lived on large farms or small plantations; many masters owned less than 50 slaves. Slave owners sought to make their slaves completely dependent on them, and a system of restrictive codes governed life among slaves. They were prohibited from learning to read and write, and their behavior and movement was restricted. A strict hierarchy among slaves (from privileged house slaves and skilled artisans down to lowly field hands) helped keep them divided and less likely to organize against their masters. Slave marriages had no legal basis, but slaves did marry and raise large families; most slave owners encouraged this practice, but nonetheless did not hesitate to divide slave families by sale or removal. The South would reach the breaking point when Republican candidate Abraham Lincoln was elected as president. Within
three months, seven southern states had seceded to form the Confederate States of America; four more would follow after the Civil War (1861-65) began. Though Lincoln’s antislavery views were well established, the central Union war aim at first was not to abolish slavery, but to preserve the United States as a nation. Abolition became a war aim only later, due to military necessity, growing anti-slavery sentiment in the North and the self-emancipation of many African Americans who fled enslavement as Union troops swept through the South. Five days after the bloody Union victory at Antietam in September 1862, Lincoln issued a preliminary emancipation proclamation, and on January 1, 1863, he made it official that “slaves within any State, or designated part of a State…in rebellion… shall be then, thenceforward, and forever free. The 13th Amendment, adopted late in 1865, officially abolished slavery, but freed blacks’ status in the post-war South remained precarious, and significant challenges awaited during the Reconstruction period (1865-77). Former slaves received the rights of citizenship and the “equal protection” of the Constitution in the 14th Amendment (1868) and the right to vote in the 15th (1870), but the provisions of Constitution were often ignored or violated, and it was difficult for former slaves to gain a foothold in the post-war economy thanks to restrictive black codes and regressive contractual arrangements such as sharecropping. Despite seeing an unprecedented degree of black participation in American political life, Reconstruction was ultimately frustrating for African Americans, and the rebirth of white supremacy–including the rise of racist organizations such as the Ku Klux Klan–had triumphed in the South by 1877. Almost a century later, resistance to the lingering racism and discrimination in America that began durSEE PAGE>24
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EVENTS 0F THE MONTH CALENDER OF EVENTS 09.27.2017 09.30.2017
20th Annual Power of the Purse Luncheon Wednesday, September 27, 2017 at 11:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. Gallo Center 1000 I Street Modesto, CA 95354 (209) 523-4562 Cost: Free Admission United Way of Stanislaus County proudly celebrates the 20th Anniversary of the Power of the Purse luncheon by welcoming Maryum Ali, Muhammad Ali's eldest daughter and 700 of their best girlfriends for lunch at Gallo Center for The Arts where they will raffle off 20 designer handbags. This will be the largest collection of purses they have ever given away. Don't miss out
9.30.2017 Save the date:
Saturday, September 30, 2017 This event is a fundraiser for DACA, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals. Students with DACA status must renew their application every 2 years. The fee for the renewal is $495. This event will assist students in need with their filing fee. Holly Near will be performing. Enjoy an evening with Holly for a combined musical experience that will make for an evening of affirmation, empowerment and hope. Location: United Methodist Church 899 Yosemite Parkway Merced, CA. For tickets: Ticketleap.com/ events nancyreding@att.net
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Boot Camp for New Dads workshop
Saturday, September 30 at 9 a.m. to Oct 1 at 12 noon Mercy Medical Center Merced 333 Mercy Ave, Merced, CA Call (209)385-7521 to register!!! Boot Camp for New Dads® (aka Daddy Boot Camp®) is a unique father-to-father, community-based workshop that inspires and equips men of different economic levels, ages and cultures to become confidently engaged with their infants, support their mates and personally navigate their transformation into dads.
9.30.2017
Auto Show Family Festival!
Saturday, September 30th at 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Rev your engines for the Stockton Auto Show Family Festival, to be held on Saturday, September 30th from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the San Joaquin County Fairgrounds. Attendees will enjoy new auto exhibits, over 100 classic and custom cars trucks, live music on our entertainment stage, a food truck challenge, beer alley, local vendors, a FREE Kids Zone with face painting, petting zoo, pony rides, bounce houses jumpers inflatables, and much more! For tickets visit http: stocktonautoshow.com
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12Th Annual Excellence In Education Award
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Thursday, October 3 at 3:30 p.m. Merced Theatre 301 W. Main St. Downtown Merced Parents, students, educators and the community are invited to celebrate with educators and school employees from through the county as the Merced County Office of Education and Educational Employees Credit Union host the annual Exellence in Education awards ceremony. The program, formely Teacher of the Year, now has two categories: one for teachers and one for other school employee. The awards ceremony is free and open to the public.
10.05.2017
3rd Annual Farmers Insurance Customer Appreciation & Business Mixer
Thursday, October 5 at 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Farmers Insurance/ Fragoso Insurance Agency 3371 G St, Bldg B, Merced, CA (209) 628-2920~email: afragoso@farmersagent.com Annissa Fragoso Farmers Agency is looking for 7 vendors for the Business Connector / Customer Appreciation Event.
10.04.2017
Christmas Production
Wednesday, October 4 at 6:30 p.m. Christian Life Center are gearing up for our annual Christmas Production here at Christian Life Center. We like to make this a community event and would love to include those of you who would enjoy singing in the choir. If you are interested in knowing more, please get in touch. You can re-
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spond to this post, message me, call or text me at (209) 201-6824. Rehearsals begin Wednesday, October 4th at 6:30 p.m. here at CLC. This year’s production is called “When Love Crossed Over” and will run nightly December 2nd through December 5th.
Friday, October 6, 2017 For one special night, unleash your inner youth and have some fun! Come to play or watch as 32 local businesses go to battle on ping pong tables for the perpetual trophy and championship bragging rights! Fun seekers can also try their hand at a variety of competitive and non-competitive games and activities, or just enjoy the art display featuring work by our Club Kids. This casual evening of networking fun will rejuvenate the child in you. Food and bar stations created by Double Tree will allow you to refuel and get back into the game. Come out and have a good time in support of an amazing event benefiting the youth of Stanislaus County. Location: Modesto Centre Plaza 1000 L Street / Modesto, CA 95354 $50 per person Purchase tickets by clicking here or by calling (209) 222-5826. For more info or to learn about sponsorship opportunities, please email laura@wardpromotional.com.
10.06.2017
Man-Woman Of The Year Friday, October 6 at 5:30 p.m. 7:30 p.m. The Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend their 2017 Installation and Awards Dinner on Friday, Oct. 6, at Gateway Gardens, 560 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA. For more information call: (209) 384-9537.
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10.07.2017 HOPe For Youth
2017 Pillar of the community (POC) LEADERSHIP AWARD & HOPe For Youth Debutante Ball Saturday, October 7 at 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Atwater Community Center 620 E. Bellevue Rd. Atwater, CA Dinner Ticket Prices Adult (26+) $35 • Senior (65+) $25 • Youth (10-25 yrs) $15 Children (9 & under) Free For information contact: Gloria Morris by email: Vhcmerced@ gmail.com or phone/text (209)756-6777, Betty Yilma teacherbetty29@gmail.com or phone/text (209) 658-2771 or Shirley Brown at (209) 617-1078.
10.07.2017
2017 Merced Walk To End Alzheimer's
JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE
Saturday, October 7 at 8:00 a.m. Registration at 8:00 a.m. Ceremony: 9:00 a.m. Walks begin at 9:30 a.m. Applegate Park 1045 W. 25th St. Merced CA Contact: Kathy Fosler (209) 617-3378 or katfostester48@ comcast.net for any questions or more information Register Today! http:www.act. alz.org/merced2017 Held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's is the world's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care support and research. This inspiring event calls on participants of all ages and abilities to join the fight against the disease! When you participate in Walk your fundraising dollar fueI our mission and your participation in the event helps to change the level of Alzheimer's awareness in your community. The Alzheimer's Association provides free, easy-to-use tools and staff support to help participants reach their fundraising goal. While there is no fee to register. We encourage participants to fund raiser in order to contribute to the cause and raise awareness.
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The Valley Chef, Bella Luna Bistro & Vista Ranch and Cellars presents:
PLEASE JOIN US! 9th Annual Riley Brothers Victims' Remembrance Walk
4th Annual Mariachi Dinner Fundraiser Nuevo Latino Rotary Club of Winton
Winter Jam Returns To Fresno
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Sunday, October 8 at 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Vista Ranch and Cellars 7326 E State Highway 140 Merced, California 95340 (209) 722-8200 events@vistacellars.com Live Music, Wine, Beer, & Food Tastings, Awards Ceremony, & Much More Spend an afternoon tasting quality wine, beer, and food while enjoying live music in a relaxing setting. We have brought breweries, restaurants, food growers and makers together for an afternoon celebrating what our bountiful San Joaquin Valley has to offer. From Tioga-Sequoia to Bella Luna Bistro we are excited to show off all of our Valley's hard work this 2017 Harvest Season. Tickets - $25 (plus tax) ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY 21+...
10.12.2017
Annual San Joaquin Drug Health Fair
Thursday October 12, at 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. San Joaquin Drug 9215 East Highway 140, Planada, California 95365 FREE Flu shots! Free Health Screenings: Glucose -Vision -Hearing Blood Pressure -Body Mass Index (BMI) Bounce house, games for children, informational booths, FREE food, prize drawings, healthy living demonstrations and much more
10.14.2017
Love Our Downtown & Volunteers Appreciation Day Saturday, October 14 at 9:00 a.m. Come out and celebrate with "Love Atwater". Rally starts at 9:00 a.m. Gloria Perez is Love Atwater Project Coordinator.
October 14, 2017 at 12:00 Noon Meeting Place: Foodmaxx Parking Lot 1300 W. Olive Ave Merced, CA 95348 There will be a remembrance walk who lost their lives in Merced Community, near the Loughborough area. Participants will walk from Foodmaxx Parking lot, cross Olive Avenue and continue down Meadow Avenue. We will stop at each site and have a prayer. Those who are unable to walk can may drive along side walkers.
10.14.2017
Festival Extravaganza
October 14, at 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Maddux Youth Center 615 Sierra Drive Modesto, CA 95351 209-341-2951
Cost: Free Admission An exciting afternoon of cultural performing arts and high-energy entertainment as diversity is celebrated. Families can enjoy a variety of FUN activities! Children's face-painting, art exhibits, guest speakers & more!
10.21.2017
Clean Up
Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 7:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Saturday, October 21 at 6 p.m. - 11 p.m. 760 E Bellevue Rd Atwater, CA 95301
It’s that time of year again! The Mariachi Dinner fundraiser for the Nuevo Latino Rotary Club of Winton is a fun filled cultural experience that guarantees a good time, always! Would you come and join us for wonderful Mexican food from La Morenita, fun traditional games, dancing, silent auction, great tasting margaritas and amazing folkloric dancers? Doors open at 5:30 p.m. For tickets call (209) 643-5347
10.21.2017
“It’s U.S. Constitution Time!!!”
October 25, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. The 6th Annual 2017 Young Patriot Challenge poster, essay, and speech, U.S. Constitution contest, open to all K thru 12 Merced county students ( including Homeschooled) is Sept.1822. Prizes include cash gift cards, and a computer tablet. Prizes will be presented by local and state dignitaries, at our ypc awards ceremony, At the Atwater Community Center, 760 E. Bellevue Rd, Atwater, CA on October 25, 2017 @ 6:30 p.m. See www.ypcusa.net for contest information, instructions, and rules. Call Barbara RIIS-Christensen, YPC Committee Chairperson @ Phone (209) 358-8404 with your questions.
The City of Atwater is planning Clean Up for anyone living inside Atwater City limits. Two forms of identification will be needed. You can use a City water at PG&E/MID bill along with a valid driver’s license or some other ID showing your address. It will be off Industry Way near Business Park again and we are working on a different route of travel in and out to alleviate the traffic problem we experienced this last Spring.
Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. -1 a.m. Merced Elks Lodge #1240 1910 M Street Merced, CA Cost: $15 Per Person~$25 Per Couple
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11.25.2017 It's A 70's Party
Saturday, November 12, 2017 at 6:00 p.m. Save Mart Center Fresno, CA The annual Winter Jam Tour Spectacular is returning to the Save Mart Center at 6 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 12. Advanced ticket purchase is not required; there will be a $15 charge at the door. The show will feature GRAMMY winners Lecrae and Mac Powell, plus many other performers. The world’s largest Christian tour will travel to nine major arenas beginning on Nov. 9 at the Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, CA. More Info: (559) 278-3400.
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Friday, December 8, 2017 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Proceeds from this event provide scholarships for High School graduates For information call: Synthia Lofton: (209) 543-5769
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Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Invites young Ladies ages 11-18 to participate in our Dr. Betty Shabazz Delta Academy. Now Enrolling Limited Space For dates and other information contact Iris Jackson @ (209)358-0213.
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Merced Saturday Aglow International
We meet the first Saturday of "EVERY MONTH" 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 a.m. Location: Christian Life Center 650 E. Olive Ave~Merced, CA For info: (209) 233-0894 or mercedaglow.international@yahoo.com
LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS The National Council of Negro Women Merced Section
Meeting Information: Every First Thursday at Merced Civic Plaza @ 6:30 p.m.
Merced Chapter NAACP
Meetings are Held every 4th Monday of the month at 632 W. 13th Street Building/M Merced, CA 95341at 6:30 p.m.
Modesto Chapter NAACP
3rd Thursday each month, 6-9 p.m. Information: (209) 577-5355 Location: Senior Citizens Center 211 Rodem St., Modesto, CA.
Hispanic Chamber Commerce
1640 N Street Suite 120 • Merced, CA 95340 Office: (209) 384-9537 • Fax: (209) 384-0934 E-mail: info@mercedhcc.com
King-Kennedy Memorial: Center Board of Directors
3rd Tuesday each month, 7:00 p.m. King Kennedy Memorial Center 601 S. Martin Luther Dr. • Modesto, CA • (209) 577-5355
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The Elks Building Urban Market Place 42 N. Sutter Street Ste. 218~Stockton, CA 95202 Chamber Office: (209) 320-5564 CEO Paulette Gross: (209) 688-4320 Pres. Brandie Owusu-Spencer: (209) 594-9516~aaccofsj@gmail.com facebook.com/sjafricanamerican.chamber sjaacc.wix.com/stockton
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Prioritize Your Child’s Eyesight This School Year
If your child is experiencing the symptoms of myopia, schedule an appointment with an eye care professional.
(NAPSI)—The back-to-school season is a great time to check in on your child’s sight. You may know that nearsightedness, or myopia, is a condition where objects up close appear clearly, while objects far away appear blurry. There is also evidence showing that myopia is on the rise. Myopia is often diagnosed in children 8−12 years old and may worsen during teen years. Students with myopia may have trouble seeing their teacher and lessons at the front of the classroom. They may also find it difficult to fully participate in sports and other activities that require seeing objects clearly from a distance. The National Eye Institute, part of the National Institutes of Health, offers these tips to help. Know the symptoms. Headaches, eyestrain, squinting, and difficulty seeing distant objects are signs and symptoms of myopia. Encourage your kids to speak up. Catching myopia early and introducing treatments—typically, eyeglasses or contact lenses—can help make sure your
Prevent Isolation As You Age!
(NAPSI)—Did you know that an estimated one in five adults over age 50 are affected by isolation? This is a problem, as research has shown that prolonged isolation can be as bad for you as smoking 15 cigarettes a day—and these negative health consequences of chronic isolation may be especially harmful for older adults. Here are some suggestions to combat the problem of social isolation and loneliness: • Nurture and strengthen existing relationships; invite people over for coffee or call them to suggest a trip to a museum or to see a movie. • Schedule a time each day to call or visit someone. • Meet your neighbors. • Don’t let being a non-driver stop you from staying active. Find out about transportation options. • Use social media to stay in
touch or write letters. • Stay physically active. • Take a class. • Revisit an old hobby. • Volunteer. • Visit a senior or community center to see what’s going on. • Check out faith-based organizations’ groups and events. To connect to aging services and programs in your area: Contact the Eldercare Locator, a public service of the U.S. Administration on Aging, a part of the Administration for Community Living. This nationwide service is a trusted gateway to connect older adults and their caregivers with local resources for older adults. Call the Eldercare Locator at 1-800-677-1116 to speak with a knowledgeable Information Specialist or visit the website www.eldercare.gov to find local resources on a broad range of topics and access help today.
Getting out and meeting people can be good for your health at any age.
child gets the most out of school. Encourage your kids to speak up if they are having trouble seeing. Ask your children if they can see the board clearly during class. Get teachers and coaches involved. Ask your child’s teachers and coaches about signs of myopia; for example, if they’ve noticed your child squinting or struggling to see things at a distance. Spend time outdoors. There is evidence that increasing time outside may reduce risk for myopia, but more research is needed to understand the connection. If your child is experiencing the symptoms of myopia, schedule an appointment with an eye care professional. For more information about myopia, visit https://nei.nih.gov/ healthyeyes/myopia, and for fun eye health resources for kids, visit www.nei.nih.gov/kids.
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 11 Other on-campus Hispanic Heritage Month events include: • “Frida” – Movie showing from 12-2:30 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 20, in HML 33212 • Author Maya Christina Gonzalez reception with from 2-3:30 p.m., Monday, Sept. 25, in the University Dining Hall • Murales de mi Tio from 6 -8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 26 in HML 2206 • UndocuQueer Panel from 2 p.m.-4 p.m., Wednesday Sept. 27 in HML 3212 • Workshop by author Maya Christina Gonzalez from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 29 in the Education Building 140 • Rebozo Fashion Show and Sale from 6 p.m.-8 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 27 in the North Gym 118 • Educational Workshops led by Master Weavers from Chiapas, Oaxaca and San Luis Potosi from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. & 2 p.m.4 p.m., Thursday Sept. 28 in HML 3212 For more information, contact Ofelia Gamez, coordinator of the CCGC Latino/a Programs and Services, 559.278.4768.
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V101’s Big Block Party Keith Sweat still rocking it!
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Saturday, November 25, 2017 at 8:00 p.m. -1:00 a.m. Merced Elks Lodge #1240 1910 M Street Merced, CA Each Person attending will receive a "Free Raffle Ticket" to win a beautiful prize. Show up and show out in your best 70's outfits, this include: Afros, Apro Puffs, Platform Shoes, Go Go Boots, Bell Bottom Pants, Mini Shirts and etc. Cost: $15 Per Person~$25 Per Couple. $25 will go to the best
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dressed lady and $25 for the best dressed man. So come and dance the night away to the 70's music played by our own Merced's Tim and His Groovy Sounds. Sponsored by "South Merced Community Council Members Roger, Marsha, and Ruth Tomlison, Kirk Wright, Annette (Butchie) Lee, Joe James, Ben May, Loretta Spence, and Sharon Morris. For ticket info call: Annette (Butchie) Lee (209) 4894542 or Sharon Morris (916) 6708786
Motown Boogie Hip Hop Festival
September 30, 2017at 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Maddux Youth Center ping contests for trophy awards. 615 Sierra Drive The program will offer an Urban Modesto, CA 95351 Art Show, B-Boy Guest Dancers 209-341-2951 Performance and feature profesCost: Free Admission. sional dancer Ivan "Urban Action This family event will present Figure" Manriquez and D.J. Hocus high-energy break dance com- Manriquez who will both be hostpetitors competing in a 2 on 2 ing the exciting event. B-Boy All Styles and a 1 on 1 PopCharlotte Blevins, left, Keith Sweat, center, and Chandra Mayfield, right at the V101’s Big Block Party held September 9, 2017 Thunder Valley Casino Resort, Lincoln, CA at the Outdoor Amphitheater.
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Football Alum Merced College Hall of Fame College's Blue Devil Athletic Hall of Fame recognizes outstanding alumni athletes and Trevino Named AFL Merced coaches every Fall during an induction ceremony and dinner. Don't miss the next event! Kicker of the Year Adrian Trevino didn’t want to be a kicker
Despite his soccer background, Trevino had made the Golden Valley High School football team as a wide receiver. So, when it came time for kicking tryouts, Trevino kept to the shadows. It was only after a dozen of his teammates had failed to do much more than get the ball off of the ground that a friend pushed Trevino out of line as a volunteer. Trevino drilled a kickoff 60 yards on the fly and his football career path had a new course. The change of direction has worked out pretty well for the Merced College alum, leading to a sixyear professional career split between the Arena Football League
and the Indoor Football League. Trevino just completed his best season yet with the Philadelphia Soul, earning the AFL Kicker of the Year award after drilling 104 of 114 extra-point attempts. “It’s been quite the journey, especially coming out of Merced College and then playing at Missouri Valley,” Trevino said. “I’ve kind of constantly been fighting this uphill battle because I didn’t come from a big-time school. I’ve flown all over the country doing these AFL workouts and have often been better than most of the guys there. But if it comes down to me or the guy that went to SEE PAGE>20
cvv news The Merced College Athletics Hall of Fame is "Saturday, October 7, 2017". Former Merced College Blue Devil Calvin Roberts will be among the inductees. Calvin played for the Blue Devil during the 1976-78 under retired coach Don Reid. 1977-78 was the first of two "Dream Years." The Blue Devils defeated Menlo College at the Long Beach Arena to win their first-ever State Championship. The Blue Devils won 26 games and lost 8 on their way to the championship. The Blue Devils were led by California JC All-American and State Tournament MVP selection Calvin Roberts. Afterward, he transferred to Cal State Fullerton in 1980. SEE PAGE>20
Photo: Natalia Roberts Calvin Roberts celebrating a Junior college Championship. |
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Adrian Trevino Kansas State, the team usually goal post, which stands 15 feet high and just nine feet across. goes with the Division I guy. “This award means a lot to me, In contrast, the NFL uprights are because it shows how far I’ve just 10 feet off of the ground and come. I hope it opens some doors 18 feet, six inches wide. “Every move I’ve made so far for me as far as my ultimate goal of playing in the NFL. All I’m look- has been about advancing my career,” Trevino said. “I really think ing for is a chance, I’ll take care of kicking in the AFL has improved the rest.” my accuracy. When I go outdoors Trevino feels he’s poised to take the next step in his football and kick on regular fields, it’s so career, having honed in on the much easier.” In addition to winning the AFL upright dimensions. It took a little time for the 29-year-old award, Trevino and his Soul to adjust to the league’s unique teammates will being vying for
SPORTS NEWS the Arena Football League crown when they take on the Tampa Bay Storm in Arena Bowl XXX on Saturday, Aug. 26. “As much as I appreciate the award, the ultimate goal is to help my team win the Arena Bowl,” Trevino said. “I’ve never won a championship in football, so I’m really excited for this opportunity. “All of my family is still back in Merced, so they don’t get to see me play very much. I started looking into plane tickets today, because a lot of them want to come out and watch this game.” For those that wish to support a local product back home, the Arena Bowl will be live streamed on Twitter and at www.arenafootball.com.
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 19 Roberts was drafted by NBA San Antonio Spurs in the fourth round in 1980 and attended camps with the San Diego Clippers and Atlanta Hawks. He played in the European League and Continental League. Calvin, formally retired in 1999 at age 43.
Kings to Open 2017-18 Training Camp on Sept. 26
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Written by The Business Journal Staff The San Joaquin Valley Busi- Goss said, “which is well above ness Conditions Index has the pace of the nation’s 1.5 permoved down, but still points to cent.” strong growth in the next three The prices-paid index, which to six months. tracks the cost of purchased raw “The region is currently expe- materials and supplies slipped to riencing solid manufacturing 70.2 percent from 71.2 percent growth with combined upturns in July, indicating modest but in regional construction,” said Dr. elevated pressures nationally at Ernie Goss, research faculty with the wholesale level. the Craig School of Business at Looking ahead six months, Fresno State. “However, as in economic optimism, as captured past months, durable, or heavy by the business confidence inmanufacturing, continues to lag dex, slipped to 65.3 percent from behind non-durable manufac- July’s 70 percent. turing, including food processIn another show of economic ing.” confidence, the inventory index The index is a leading eco- remained above neutral growth nomic indicator from a survey for August. The August inventoof individuals making company ry declined to 52.3 percent from purchasing decisions for firms 54.5 percent in July. The export in the counties of Fresno, Kings, index fell to 46.9 percent from Madera and Tulare. The index is 53.8 percent in July. Meanwhile, produced using the same meth- the import index dropped to odology as that of the national 41.9 percent from July’s 48.1 perInstitute for Supply Manage- cent. ment. After moving below neutral growth for December, the employment gauge has climbed above the threshold every month since. The August index declined to a still healthy 57.9 percent from July’s record high of 63.2 percent. “Over the past 12 months, the San Joaquin [Valley] region has experienced strong and improving job growth at 2.1 percent,”
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(NAPSI)—There’s good news, bad news and great news about children and safety on the road. The good news is that car seats, booster seats and seat belts save lives. In fact, in 2015, car seats saved the lives of an estimated 248 children under age 5. The bad news is every day in America, too many children ride in car seats that have been installed incorrectly, or are riding in the wrong car seats for their ages and sizes. Some children even ride while completely unsecured. According to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), 59 percent of car seats are not installed correctly. Every 33 seconds in
2015, a child under the age of 13 was involved in a crash. On average, two children under 13 were killed and 319 children were injured every day in 2015 while riding in cars, SUVs, pickups and vans. The great news is that when used correctly, car seats reduce the risk of fatal injury by 71 percent for infants and by 54 percent for toddlers. For infants and toddlers in light trucks, the corresponding reductions were 58 percent and 59 percent, respectively. By law, all children must be buckled up in appropriate car seats or booster seats while riding in cars. Keeping Kids Safe During Child Passenger Safety Week, September 17−23, 2017,
many communities will have Certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians on hand to provide training on how to use car seats, booster seats and seat belts for children. While most parents are confident they’ve correctly installed their child’s car seat, many have not. What’s more, according to NHTSA data, in 2015, about 25.8 percent of children 4 to 7 were prematurely moved to seat belts, when they should have been riding in booster seats. Technicians can also help educate consumers about choosing the right car seat for their child, the importance of registering that car seat with its manufacturer, and what to expect if the seat is subject to a safety recall. Anyone driving with a child in the car should read and carefully follow the installation instructions included with a car seat as well as the vehicle owner’s manual. NHTSA recommends keeping children in rear-facing car seats as long as possible, up to the car seat’s top height or weight limit. Then, it’s time for a forward-facSEE PAGE>24
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is missing school. It is only after the parent has failed to comply with the terms of attendance set forth by the school district that the case is referred to the District Attorney’s office for prosecution. “Obviously, the District Attorney and I take no pleasure in prosecuting parents for willful failure to send their kids to school. It is truly our last resort. But the stakes are simply too high for these kids and we owe them our best efforts to see that
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 12 Students will get an overview on jobs available. Most manufacturing jobs in this area are agriculture-related and this is a splendid opportunity to learn about options outside that area, according to Whited.
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they receive the education they deserve,” Tietjen said. He noted that as part of the SARB process, school officials often identify other issues preventing kids from regular attendance and the Office of Education is working closely with other agencies such as Merced County Behavior Health Services, and Merced County Child Protective Services to eliminate any roadblocks to regular attendance. Other agencies who participated in the sweep were the Merced Police Department’s school resource officers, the Merced County Sheriff’s Department, the Merced County Probation Department and Merced County Human Services Agency’s Child Protective Services.
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CONTINUED FROM PAGE 22 ing car seat with a harness and tether. After outgrowing this car seat, the child should ride in a booster seat until he or she is the right size to use a seat belt safely. For a seat belt to fit properly, the lap belt must lie across the upper thighs, not the stomach, and the shoulder belt should be snug across the shoulder and chest, not the neck or face. Whether they are in a car seat, a booster seat, or buckled in their seat belt, children under 13 should always ride in the backseat because it’s safer there. Learn More Parents and caregivers can view more information on car seat safety and locate a certified child passenger safety technician at www.NHTSA.gov/ TheRightSeat.
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