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BY DEBRA HERRICK
The two detached homes located at 1075 Cramer Road might soon be demolished to make way for a new condominium complex. At the Feb. 3 meeting of the city of Carpinteria Planning Commission, plans for a two-story, four-unit condo complex were unanimously approved.
Property owner Justin Klentner would like to turn his 9,300 sq ft parcel into 6,000 sq. ft. of living space: one two-bedroom unit and three three-bedroom units, each with a private deck. The condos will be built on top of a partially underground parking lot with 10 total parking spaces. To do this, Klentner will need to tear down the two existing homes. When these two dwellings—each under 600 sq ft—were originally built is unknown; the city’s staff noted in their report that “minimal records are on fi le with the city
A proposed four-unit condominium on Cramer Road would replace two older homes currently on the property.
for the property.”
City staff also noted that the homes are located in the Downtown/Old Town neighborhood. The area is in the city’s commercial business core but also has several pockets of residential neighborhoods comprised of a mix of single and multifamily housing developments. Senior Planner Nick Bobroff pointed out that the neighborhood is in transition in terms of housing. While historically the neighborhood has been characterized by smaller homes on relatively large lots, over the years, newer development has trended towards larger two-story, higher density projects. “The proposed project would continue this gradual transformation of the street,” stated Bobroff in the staff report.
Some concerns were raised by commissioners: John Callendar noted the need for fl ood control with underground parking and the slight obfuscation of the public’s access to mountain views; and David Allen urged that privacy issues be addressed and maintained in perpetuity. Overall though, commissioners embraced the project. Commissioner Glenn La Fevers remarked that “the style fi ts the neighborhood,” and “the underground parking is well-designed and usable … (maximizing) the residential use of the lot.” Callendar agreed, calling the proposal the “future of this Carpinteria neighborhood.” “The neighborhood is in transition,” he said, “shifting from small houses on large lots to a vision of the community with denser development and more public transportation.”
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Carpinteria honors Educators of the Year
Each year, two teachers are named Educators of the Year by the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce. At this year’s Community Awards Banquet on Jan. 25, elementary school teacher Andrea Edmondson and high school teacher and coach Van Latham were celebrated for receiving the distinguished title.
Andrea Edmondson
Carpinteria High School alumna Andrea Edmondson (class of ’95) has been teaching in CUSD schools for 16 years. She has taught every elementary grade except first and is currently a kindergarten teacher at Canalino Elementary School, where she is also an alumna.
In addition to her role as a classroom teacher, Edmondson is a leader amongst her peers, serving for several years as the grade level chairperson for kindergarten. She organizes and paces curriculum and assessment, mentors her peers and reviews resources that will best support student achievement. Edmondson “is the ultimate team player, eager to support all students at all levels,” said CUSD Superintendent Diana Rigby in presenting the award, “she pitches in wherever needed, always with a smile and a fabulous attitude.”
Rigby also noted that she frequently hears from parents that their children are fortunate to have Edmondson as a teacher. Edmonson is known to nurture each individual child while keeping the classroom maintained and in control, said Rigby. Additionally, Edmondson is “especially gifted at inclusion” and working with students with special needs. “She ensures all students are part of the classroom community,” said Rigby.
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Van Latham
After graduating Carpinteria High School in 1978, Van Latham attended Stanford University and earned a degree in Mechanical Engineering. He returned to Carpinteria in 1986 and began a career in teaching at CHS that has spanned three decades. Latham has taught mathematics, computer graphics and was a pioneer in teaching dual enrollment courses with Santa Barbara City College. He also contributed to school athletic programs—serving as a football coach, Athletic Director and running a successful track and field program. He has headed the annual alumni track meet, the Russell Cup, and is the guiding force in the Warrior Athletic Hall of Fame.
“When you walk into his class you will see students engaged and challenging themselves academically,” said Rigby. “They are learning real life skills such as financial math, a course that was pioneered at CHS.”
Rigby noted that Latham is a positive role model to youth, demonstrating the importance of giving back to your community. Students say Latham is “a teacher who constantly supports, encourages and guides students to be the best in whatever they do,” said Rigby.
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A question of taxes
At a recent debate between Das Williams and laura Capps, Das stated that marijuana money helps schools. Because of banking regulations, the county separates cannabis tax from property tax. Schools receive approximately 50 percent of the property tax revenue, currently at $1 billion. The small, $6 million cannabis tax revenue is used for cannabis enforcement and administrative costs. So, how does cannabis money benefit schools if it is separated from the property tax roll that feeds the schools? Facts matter. Vote Laura Capps.
Hector Navarro Carpinteria
I attended a First District supervisor candidates’ debate to learn about the candidates Das Williams and laura Capps. My takeaway: Where laura Capps is concerned, there is very little substance or hands-on experience. In a nutshell, there “ain’t a lot of there, there.” Her objection and justification for opposing Das related to the cannabis growers funding Das and that was pretty much it. Understandably, she doesn’t have the experience (which she admitted to throughout the evening). Das Williams, by contrast, showed knowledge, expertise and competence. He both understands and has strong commitments to many issues, from recycled water, to safe access to schools, to alleviating congestion on local roads. Das could talk about his hands-on experience helping to rebuild trails and dig out houses buried in mud. He could point to his outreach to CalTrans about reopening the left onramp to Hwy 101 to help with the congestion on Coast Village road. Those are just a few examples of his deep experience with our district, working the system to get things done for the community.
There’s a reason Das has been endorsed by almost every public official in the region, as well as sheriffs, firefighters, labor groups, environmental organizations and even the Women’s Political Committee. He has the record and, at the debate, it showed.
Laura Katz Carpinteria
All in for Capps
Join me in voting for laura Capps for county supervisor. laura is a woman of integrity who is dedicated to public service. She has served as school board president, and head of organizations helping children. She was former president of the Community Environmental Council. Her vision addresses issues of the housing and homeless crisis, and the need for climate safety and emergency infrastructure.
Laura is concerned about campaign finance issues and seeks to set limits on campaign spending. Specifically, she would curtail politicians taking contributions from entities that may have their own profits in mind ahead of the needs of residents.
Her opponent, Das Williams, supported loose restrictions on cannabis growers at the expense of the health and well-being of residents of Carpinteria. He has reportedly taken so far $62,000 of donations from cannabis growers while
passing lenient laws in their favor. This has allowed growers to overwhelm our precious neighborhoods, schools and homes with odors and chemical sprays that cause health problems to many.
let me be clear. I am in favor of legalized cannabis and its beneficial products. However, I personally, and many others, are suffering from not only the odors but also the effects of the so-called “odor neutralizers” that surround our community. In addition, the so-called tax benefits from these operations have yet to be realized. Our county board needs a new voice who speaks for we the people of Carpinteria and our district. Please vote for Laura Capps.
Valerie Bentz, Ph.D. Carpinteria
To those who oppose the president
As someone who has spent 25-plus years both visiting (and living in) Carpinteria, as well as reading the Coastal View News, I would just like to say that the homeless/vagrancy problem seems to be getting worse in Carpinteria (as is the case all across Democratic California). I didn’t even feel safe on linden (of all places) the other afternoon. I can only imagine how all of those “women and children” you are always so concerned about must feel. Considering that violent attacks are up all over the state due to homelessness, you may want to start addressing this issue instead of wasting your time talking about fake impeachments and scandals that have no effect on anybody but those in power. I see way too many ignorant comments in CVN following mainstream media narrative control (designed to interfere in our election to the benefit of Democrats). None of these fake scandals will matter when more businesses close down and people flee this state in droves due to complete failure on a state level. To those who oppose the president, let us know when you are willing to work with him to fix these problems instead of making them worse by doing everything “your way.”
Tristan Friedman Ventura
No on 13
The “real” Proposition 13 was passed in 1978. It is under attack. There is a fraud on the ballot. I say fraud because of all the proposition numerations in the whole world to pick from, they named this one “Proposition 13.” You can’t get lost, it is the only proposition on the ballot.
So, why would they name it that? Maybe there were no other numbers available? Maybe the proponents wanted you to think, that if you vote yes, you will be protecting and preserving the “real” Proposition 13. But the truth is, if you vote yes on this proposition you will begin the destruction of the real and true Prop. 13. read carefully. Hidden in “this” Proposition 13 is a near doubling of the limits that schools can borrow. When school districts borrow money, that debt is repaid exclusively by property taxes. That means a higher cost to live in your own home and higher rents if you don’t own a home. It is simple math. On Tuesday, March 3, I believe we should vote “no” on this Proposition 13.
Carolyn Edwards Carpinteria
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KArlSSON Sealwatch volunteers find that spending a couple of hours in nature and greeting visitors is rewarding, and some have made it a family affair. One long time volunteer’s daughter joined her about 10 years ago, and her son a bit later. Sealwatch volunteers live in Ventura, Carpinteria and Goleta, so volunteering provides a weekly meeting place
What’s new at the harbor seal rookery?
Sealwatch volunteeers began their docent and protection work on Jan. 1. This year, Sealwatch continues with both continuous blufftop and low-tide beach monitoring. Volunteers are needed, especially to cover any part of low-tide events. For information, call (805) 684-2247. This report covers Jan. 27 to Feb. 2.
High Adult Count 104 Pup Count
0Healthy pups usually start arriving in February; January births often fail to thrive.
Disturbances
Another quiet week was welcome. A truck backing out the pier startled half the seals, but none fled all the way to the ocean.
Natural History Notes Sealwatchers recorded whales, dolphins, and numerous turkey vultures—the vultures may have gathered for afterbirth from an unobserved nighttime birth.
Lauren Luther Campbell 4/5/81 – 1/28/20
Lauren died last week during a sunny afternoon surfing session at Rincon, his favorite place on the planet. Although completely unexpected, he passed peacefully in the bright blue sparkling water. Despite the efforts of friends who pulled him to the beach and emergency responders’ attempts to resuscitate him, Lauren’s spirit left his body at the Queen of the Coast.
A widely loved character in the local music and surf scene, “Lorbo,” as he was known to his friends and family, was born and raised in the small and tightknit community of Carpinteria. He was a graduate of Carpinteria High School and attended Santa Barbara City College. After a severe accidental head injury in 2002, Lauren worked hard to rehabilitate himself and for the last several years, he ran his own business providing indoor plant installation and maintenance to a number of commercial clients in the Santa Barbara and Ventura area.
As a member of the local band AfishnseA The Moon, Lauren was known for his talent on the guitar, slide guitar and dobro. The band plays regularly at various San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara and Ventura county venues. The band, and Lorbo’s guitar solos, rattled the windows at this past year’s Carpinteria Avocado Festival from the stage on 9th Street.
Lauren leaves a legacy of his loving, gentle personality and is achingly missed by his immediate family (Don, Sandy, Randy, Patti, Jason and Matt), by his nieces, nephews, cousins, uncles, aunts, grandmother, by his girlfriend and by his extended family. The outpouring of the support that the community has extended to the family is most appreciated and underscores the size of Lauren’s group of friends.
A Paddle-Out Ceremony to spread Lauren’s ashes is planned for 10 a.m., Sunday, Feb. 23, at Rincon Beach Park (upper parking lot, Santa Barbara County side), at the bottom of the wood staircase. A reception will follow at 1 p.m. at the Procore facility (6309 Carpinteria Ave.), on the ocean side of the building.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to one of these worthy non-profit organizations: The Carpinteria Education Foundation, carpedfoundation. org, Carpinteria Skate Park Foundation, carpskatepark.org.
Rosie DeGrazia April 1932 – January 26, 2020 Rosie DeGrazia, Best Aunt Ever. I hate to leave you all behind, but we’ll meet again one day.
The family will hold a private internment.
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In last week’s coverage of the Carpinteria Valley Chamber of Commerce, information regarding the scholarships for Junior Carpinterians of the Year was misreported. This year’s Junior Carpinterian of the year received a scholarship of $4,000 and the two finalists each received a scholarship of $1,500. Funds for scholarships are made possible by a large group of donors.
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After finding the fève, Joe Overgaag chose his sister Renee to wear the other crown.
Finding the fève at Howard School
Howard School students in conjunction with their French language studies celebrated La Galette des Rois, a traditional French festival. Honoring the arrival of the Three Wise Men in Bethlehem, a small charm called the fève is hidden in a cake. The person who finds the fève is said to be lucky, and is given a crown to wear and picks their counterpart for the celebration. Students also recently celebrated the Chinese Lunar New Year.
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It is with great sadness the Crowley family announces the passing of Mary Crowley on Saturday, January 25, after a near decade-long battle with cancer. A celebration of life is scheduled for Sunday, February 16, at Lions Park from 1-4 pm (parking is limited).
In lieu of flowers, please donate to one of Mary’s favorite charities: The American Cancer Society, Child Hope International, Carpinteria Education Foundation, or Girls Inc of Carpinteria.
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in CarpinTeria This week Feb. 6 - 12 Submit Your Weekly Event News Online at CoastalView.com
Thursday • 6
Ice cream fundraISer All day. A percentage of sales benefits Carpinteria High School Athletics. Rori’s Artisanal Creamery, 751 Linden Ave.
LIbrary preSchooLer Story tIme 10:30 a.m. Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave., (805) 684-4314. free
bIngo 1 p.m. Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.
farmerS market and artS & craftS faIr 3-6:30 p.m. Linden Avenue, Craft fair: (805) 698-4536
LIVe muSIc: duSty Jugz 8:30 p.m. The Palms, 701 Linden Ave. (805) 684-3811
friday • 7
carpInterIa SenIorS Inc. meetIng 1:30 p.m. Community Church, 1111 Vallecito Road.
VIgIL for famILIeS and chILdren heLd at the border Noon. The corner of Casitas Pass and Carpinteria Avenue.
one-on-one computer coachIng 3-5 p.m. Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. Call for appt.: (805) 684-4314. free
the peace VIgIL 5-6 p.m. Corner of Linden and Carpinteria avenues.
LIVe muSIc: rooSterS 9 p.m. The Palms, 701 Linden Ave. (805) 684-3811
saTurday • 8
carpInterIa beautIfuL meetIng 9 a.m. City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave.
abop (antIfreeze, battery, oIL, paInt dISpoSaL) 9 a.m.-1 p.m. City Hall, 5775 Carpinteria Ave. (805) 684-5405 x 445
taLent Show audItIonS 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Rotary Talent Show auditions. Alcazar Theatre. free artwaLk on the boardwaLk 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Painting, jewelry, ceramics, and more. Kids craft activity table. Carpinteria State Beach
carpInterIa SaLt marSh docentLed tourS 10 a.m. Walks start at the park sign. (805) 684-8077. free
LIVe muSIc: croSS cut 9 p.m. The Palms, 701 Linden Ave. (805) 684-3811
sa T urd ay VALENTINES DAY WORKSHOP Lou Grant Parent-Child Workshop will host their annual Valentine’s Day Workshop featuring a variety of fun crafts for children and a bake sale. Suggested donation is $1 per child. Rain cancels this event. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For more information, contact (805) 684-5310. Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon. 5400 6th St.
sund ay • 9 ACADEMY AWARDS VIEWING PARTY Walk the red carpet and watch the Oscars in style on the big screen at the Alcazar Theatre’s Academy Awards Viewing Party. 4916 Carpinteria Ave. Sunday. Red carpet coverage begins at 3:30 p.m. and awards ceremony starts at 5 p.m. FREE
monday • 10
mah Jongg 1 p.m. All levels. (805) 729-1310
bIngo 1 p.m. Veterans Building, 941 Walnut Ave.
Tuesday • 11
SenIor brown bag program 9-10 a.m. Veteran’s Memorial Building, 941 Walnut Ave., free, (805) 698-1363, Jjimenez@foodbanksbc.org
Carpinteria Writers’ Group 10 a.m. Carpinteria Library, 5141 Carpinteria Ave. Call: (202) 997-0429
SandpIper dupLIcate brIdge 1 p.m. Friendly game. Call: (805) 684-5921
alzheimer’s assoCiation underStandIng dementIa meetIng 2-3:30 p.m. Carpinteria Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Rd., (800) 272-3900. free
alzheimer’s assoCiation CareGiver’s support Group meetinG 2-4p.m. Faith Lutheran Church, (805) 881- 3255. free
carpInterIa boy Scout troop 50 meetIng 7 p.m. Scout house behind Carpinteria Community Church, 1111 Vallecito Place.
Submit events online at coastalview .com
wednesday • 12
knIttIng group 1-4 p.m. Veterans Memorial Hall, 941 Walnut Ave. (805) 684-8077. free
fIghtIng back parent program 5:30-7 p.m. Canalino School, 1480 Carpinteria Ave., (805) 963-1433 x125 or x132
taLk: menopauSe & chIneSe medIcIne 7 p.m. Patricia Tenyer, DACM, LAC, will discuss treating menopausal symptoms with Chinese medicine. Woman’s Club, 1059 Vallecito Road. free
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COMMANDER’S RECAP Reports from the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Offi ce
COASTAL BUREAU OPERATIONS
JANUARY 26 – FEBRUARY 1
Sunday, Jan. 26 1:45 p.m. / Warrant Arrest / 1100 block Casitas Pass Road
A caller stated that an employee at a breakfast restaurant was at work and had a warrant. Deputies contacted the man and a records check revealed he had an active warrant out of Santa Barbara County. The man was arrested on his warrant and transported to Santa Barbara County Jail.
8:11 p.m. / DUI / 4400 block Via Real
A man crashed his vehicle and was found to be driving under the infl uence of alcohol. He also had a warrant for his arrest. After being medically cleared by the hospital, the man was booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.
1:04 a.m. / Warrant Arrest / 4100 block Via Real
A man stole a bicycle (valued at about $1,200) from a caller and was found several hours later with the stolen bicycle. The man also had three warrants for his arrest. He was arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail, and the stolen bicycle was returned to the owner.
Tuesday, Jan. 28 3:21 p.m. / Public Intoxication / 4500 block Carpinteria Avenue
Deputies responded to a check-thewelfare call and located a man who was intoxicated to the point where he was unable to care for his own safety or the safety of others. He was arrested and transported to Santa Barbara County Jail.
7:55 p.m. / Possession / 9th Street Deputies responded to 9th Street regarding a suspicious subject. Upon arrival, deputies contacted a 60-year-old man in front of his residence. Deputies gained consent to search the man and his vehicle and located methamphetamine and a straw used for ingesting methamphetamine on the man. A methamphetamine pipe was located inside his vehicle, and the man provided a urine sample which tested positive for methamphetamine. He was arrested and booked into Santa Barbara County Jail.
Wednesday, Jan. 29 8 p.m. / Burglary from Vehicle / Via Real
The victim reported that a chainsaw, blower, silver toolbox, gas can and backpack leaf blower were stolen from his truck. No suspect information was available. The owner said he marked his stolen property with orange paint.
A deputy contacted two people, a man and a woman, in a parked car at a fastfood restaurant. The deputy searched the vehicle and found methamphetamine, a meth pipe and stolen mail. The man and woman were arrested and transported to Santa Barbara County Jail. The vehicle was left parked and locked at the fastfood restaurant parking lot.
3:30 p.m. / Theft / Lookout Park
A man reported that someone stole a backpack out of his unlocked vehicle–a $700 loss. There was no suspect information.
Thursday, Jan. 30 1:12 p.m. / Possession / Upper Thunder Bowl
Deputies were contacted to check the welfare of a man parked at the end of Carpinteria Avenue (Thunder Bowl). A caller had stated that the subject appeared depressed. Upon contact, a bindle of meth was observed in plain view. The suspect was taken into custody and transported to Santa Barbara County Jail. During the booking process, a second bindle of meth was found in the cargo pocket of the man’s pants. A charge of possession of meth in the jail was added.
Friday, Jan. 31 6:46 a.m. / Hit and Run / Via Real and Poplar Street
Deputies were dispatched to a noninjury hit and run collision on Via Real. Upon arrival, it was determined it was a single vehicle collision. A woman was driving west on Via Real when a vehicle began entering her lane of travel from Poplar. The woman thought she should accelerate and swerve around the vehicle which caused her to lose control, spin out and travel in reverse for approximately 100 feet. Her vehicle came to a stop against the chain-link fence bordering Highway 101 when she collided with the raised curb, which took the rear tire off the axle. A report was taken to document the collision, and to cite the woman for not having a valid driver’s license.
Deputies took a report for stolen/lost keys at a fast-food restaurant. The victim thought she left her car keys on the counter after ordering food. The on-duty manager stated he had surveillance video of a female taking the keys off the counter. Deputies watched the video and identifi ed the suspect. Deputies responded to her residence and conducted a probation search. The woman admitted taking the keys and they were found in her possession. The woman was issued a citation for possession of stolen property.
Saturday, Feb. 1 11:06 p.m. / Under the Infl uence of a Controlled Substance / 5500 block Casitas Pass Road
Deputies attempted to contact two subjects at the 5500 block of Casitas Pass Road. After making a U-turn, the male subject fl ed the area. Deputies contacted a woman who exhibited signs of being under the infl uence of a controlled substance. After a drug evaluation was completed, the woman was placed under arrest.
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A reader sends a halo to Burlene for making the Carpinteria Lumberyard Nursery area a joy to visit. “Her outgoing personality (Southern style), friendly conversation and plant knowledge make it a pleasure to visit and shop.” A reader sends a halo to Sean and Dayna for being wonderful neighbors and helping the reader through another frazzled mom situation. A reader sends a halo to the anonymous person who left a $100 donation in the HELP of Carpinteria offi ce mail slot this past week. “Thank you for your kindness.” A reader sends a halo to Geri Carty and Eydie Kaufman for preventing a Superbowl fi ght. “Good work, ladies.” A reader sends a halo to Mr. Hurley at Hurley’s Optical. “Thank you for helping me fi x my glasses that kept falling off.” A reader sends a halo to the CUSD Special Education director, teachers and para-educators at Carpinteria High School for creating a program that meets the needs and welcomes all students. “And to Principal Cornejo and Assistant Principal Vazquez for their ongoing support!”
A reader sends a halo to the Daykas for always being there to help with anything and never complaining. “Many thanks to the best neighbors ever. We love you all dearly.” A reader sends a halo to Thario’s Kitchen for one of the best lasagnas the reader has ever tasted. “Good luck to Mario and Thais with their new restaurant.”
A reader sends a halo to Tami and John at Robitaille’s for their constant smiles and over-the-top customer service. “The wedding favors were loved by all and brought a bit of Carpinteria to the Seattle wedding!” A reader sends a halo to Elizabeth at Carpinteria Eye Care for being so helpful and caring in every way. “Always going above and beyond to show her thoughtfulness and kindness toward all customers—thank you, Elizabeth.”
A reader sends a halo to Lance Lawhon at the Carpinteria Sanitation District for helping Kim’s Market. A reader sends a pitchfork to a fast-food restaurant for disrespecting the American fl ag by fl ying their corporate fl ag at t he same height and size.
A reader sends a halo to Kassandra Quintero at The Spot. “When the roof-top fl ag was twisted and lodged in the rain gutter, Quintero jumped into action and climbed up to the roof and untangled it so that it could wave freely. Way to show patriotism!” A reader sends a halo to Emma and Justin. “It was a wonderful wedding, great food, spectacular location and great people! It was moving and wonderful.” Submit Halos & Pitchforks online at coastalview.com. All submissions are subject to editing.
5285 Carpinteria Avenue • 805-318-55O6 OPEN DAILY 10 AM MURPHY’S VINYL SHACK RECORDS • POSTERS • VINYL WALL ART • THEMED APPAREL & MORE! A reader sends a halo to Nikki at HEAT Culinary. “I went to my fi rst class this weekend with my sister, who has been to four so far. I had the best time! Someone get this girl a TV show, she should be on the Food Network already.” A reader sends a halo to the California Department of Fish and Wildlife and the local vet for working diligently to save the Rincon Beach bear. “It’s a terrible shame to lose one of these magnifi cent creatures; however, I wouldn’t want it to suffer to a miserable death.” A reader sends a halo to Bill and Rosana Swing for spending their Saturday taking photos for Junior Warriors Football. “We appreciate all you do for our families, players and program. You rock!”
A reader sends a halo to DJ Hecktic for coming out early Saturday morning to support the Junior Warriors. “It made the kids so happy to hear you say their names—you’re a local celebrity to them!”
A reader sends a halo to Diana Rigby, Superintendent of schools, and Debra Herrick, director of Boys & Girls Club, for removing the toxic Euphorbia fi re sticks from the pots and landscape.
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