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WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023 SERVING OUR COMMUNITY SINCE 1973

COMPTON REVVING UP EFFORTS FOR SPRING ELECTION

It’s that time again. For Compton residents, It’s time to start thinking about the electoral process that will take place in their backyard The upcoming Primary Nominating Election in the City of Compton is scheduled for March 5, 2024.

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THE upcoming Primary Nominating Election on March 5 is a crucial event that will decide key roles in our governance, shaping the City of Compton's future," said Compton City Clerk Vernell McDaniel. "I urge all residents to participate actively and stay engaged in this vital democratic process." This electoral process will determine key positions in our local governance, including City Council District 1 and District 4, as well as a special election for the crucial roles of City Attorney and City Clerk. While the City Attorney and City Clerk are elected at large by voters across the entire

Photo courtesy of Photo by Edmond Dantès city, members of the City Council are elected by electors residing in specific districts. Registered voters will cast their ballots solely for the district they call home, ensuring a direct representation of their voices in local governance. Should a candidate fail to secure 51 percent of the votes for a particular office, a runoff election is slated for Nov. 5, 2024, involving the two candidates who received the highest number of votes in the Presidential Primary Election. Additionally, the timeline for

nomination papers is as follows: by Dec. 8, 2023, incumbent officers of the city must file their nomination papers. However, if such papers aren't filed by then, voters will have until Dec. 13, 2023, to nominate candidates other than the incumbents for those elective offices. As stated by the City Charter, the City Clerk has the responsibility of overseeing all city elections and plays a crucial role in processing nominations for the mayor, City Council, and all other elected positions governing our city, while also accepting campaign filings.

Planet Health Compton founder Roland Jackson remembered by city council By Dennis J. Freeman During its closing comments during a Tuesday, Nov. 28 meeting, members of the Compton City Council paid homage to a thriving small business owner who was having an impact on the city. It was a somber tribute as several council members reflected on the loss of small business owner Roland Jackson. According to Shavonna Brooks, Jackson’s partner, the Planet Health Compton Marketplace founder passed away after reportedly being involved in a fatal car accident. “I did want to close also in the memory of Roland Jackson which was one of my friends from back in the day,” District 1 Councilman Andre Spicer said. “Just want to send out love to Lynn Boone and the family. Although we don’t have the best relationship, I would never wish that on anyone.” Planet Health Compton Marketplace opened its doors in April of 2022. Brooks, in a conversation with The Bulletin newspaper, said she plans to keep the business open. In the wake of Jackson passing away from a reported fatal car accident recently, Brooks said she wants to keep the doors open to the vegan Hispanic and soul food cafe. News of Jackson’s passing gave way to n Planet Health, see page 8

Rams, Chargers players honored for work with local charities Each of the NFL’s 32 teams announced players who best represent their charitable efforts to local communities that they play and serve. For the Los Angeles Rams and Los Angeles Chargers, that means two of the best at their respective positions. The Rams nominated wide receiver Cooper Kupp for the Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award. The Chargers announced safety Derwin James as their nominee. Kupp joined forces with renowned LA-region chefs and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank for

the 8th Annual Taste of the Rams event to combat food insecurity in Los Angeles. The evening raised almost $200,000 to provide essential assistance to families and individuals facing food insecurity in LA County and the funding helped the LA Regional Food Bank distribute hundreds of thousands of nutritious meals across LA County. It was the fourth consecutive year Kupp partnered with the LA Regional Food Bank and served as the event’s Honorary Chair. n Charities, see page 8

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A Nicaraguan Woman’s Reaction to Miss Universe Win By Michelle Fonseca When Miss Nicaragua won Miss Universe this month, I cried for joy. I felt at last that my culture had gained recognition from people worldwide.

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T may seem odd — as a young Nicaraguan woman, why would progressive members of my generation pay attention to beauty pageants today? But this year’s Miss Universe, held in San Salvador on November 18, was more than a win for beauty. For many viewers, this was one of the few positive modern presentations of these cultures that didn’t centralize dictatorship, poverty or crime. In fact, when Sheynnis Palacios won the contest as Miss Nicaragua, I saw that even the men I knew, and men on social media, were not only watching with women for the first time but were moved to tears by the win, saying, ‘We get it now,’ or that this year’s competition was as important for them as the

World Cup. Nor were her fans just Nicaraguan — when she won, the whole stadium stood up, and other competitors representing countries all around the world hugged her and looked genuinely ecstatic that she won, a display of sisterhood I have never seen before. The contest was historic in other ways, as for the first time it featured two transgen-

der women (Miss Portugal and Miss Netherlands), the first married women and mothers (Miss Guatemala and Miss Colombia), and the first plus-size model (Miss Nepal). Before the competition was bought by Thai transgender woman and entrepreneur Anne Jakrajutatip in 2022 and she revised the rules, mothers, married people and divorcees could not even compete.

While the pageant remains a beauty competition, it’s grown to mean much more than that since the days when it was owned by Donald Trump. It’s grown to become a worldwide affirmation that just because you don’t fit a certain size or background does not mean that you aren’t beautiful, or that you can’t achieve your dreams. Palacios’ win this year moved me because of how

much I connected with her own background. Here was a 23-year-old woman, completely open about her humble beginnings selling simple street food in order to complete her education while pursuing her dreams by moving up the ranks of various beauty competitions from the age of 15 onward. When her mother immigrated to San Francisco, where I also live, Palacios became the main breadwinner for her family while working to graduate from college. I saw myself in her struggle, as I recently got my master’s degree in social work and am now working to become a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, having received my Academy of Certified Social Workers number from the state this month. Although I stayed in the city hoping to attend San Francisco State while continuing to work, enrollment for my program there was impacted and so I had to go to CSU Stanislaus, over 100 miles southeast in the city of Turlock. n Miss Universe, see page 8

A Growing Number of Black Californians Are Claiming Their American Indian Lineage Lila Brown | California Black Media A growing number of Black Americans, relying on newly digitized federal records and other sources, are discovering direct bloodlines to Native American ancestors. These discoveries are inspiring individuals to trace and claim their Native American ancestry, leading some to apply for citizenship with tribal Nations. When Daniel Bruce Kelly, 32, an actor and minister, began researching his genealogy, he was sure that he would identify a place in Africa where his family came from. The Huntington Beach man who identifies as African American, says he was determined to prove his parents wrong. His mom and dad had begun discovering, exploring

and embracing their European and Indigenous American ancestry. In his research, Kelly discovered that his great-greatgreat-grandfather was registered as Cherokee on the Dawes Roll, a U.S. Government record listing individuals eligible for indigenous tribal membership. Kelly also identified other family members listed as Indian on U.S. Census Bureau records. “At first, I was offended that my parents didn’t want to claim to be African, but then I had this awakening. You can’t talk about Native American history without talking about the Black American Indians,” Kelly said. Similarly, Cameron Lewis, 48, a truck driver from Sacramento, says he always heard

family members talk about having “Indian in the family.” Delving into family documents, he found out that his great-great grandfather acquired land in the mid-1800s in areas of Florida inhabited by Seminole Indians. “I found it hard to believe that Whites would sell hundreds of acres of land to Blacks in the South during slavery. The more I started digging, I found out this particular ancestor also had brothers each owning hundreds of acres of land. This is when I started coming across terms, I was not familiar with describing my ancestors as ‘mulatto’ and ‘intransigent,’ and linking them to tribes such as the Yamasee, Catawba and Creek -- terms I’ve never even heard of,” he said. n County, see page 8

Courtesy photo from Daniel Bruce Kelly, pictured on the right.

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Carson councilmember elected to National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials board Cedric L. Hicks, Sr, District 3 Councilmember of Carson, California, has been elected as a 2024 Regional Director of the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials (NBC-LEO), a constituency group of the National League of Cities (NLC).

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BC-LEO serves as a forum for communication and networking among African American municipal officials and their colleagues to share ideas and develop leadership experience. Hicks was elected in November at NLC’s 2023 City Summit conference in Atlanta, GA. Hicks will serve as the NBC-LEO Regional Director for Region 20 which covers the State of California. He will work to boost membership of African American local leaders in that region and welcome

them into the caucus. “It is with pride and admiration that I extend congratulations to Cedric L. Hicks Sr. on behalf of the city council, and the residents of Carson on his election as the 2024 Regional Leader of NBC-LEO. The City of Carson is proud to have Councilmember Hicks be a part of an organization dedicated to creating a world where everyone has an equal voice in public policy. We look forward to our community being enhanced as a result of this distinction,” said Carson Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes.

Established in 1971, the National Black Caucus of Local Elected Officials provides a platform for municipal leaders to connect, share best practices, and advocate for the needs of their communities. The group also contributes to NLC’s leadership development, policy formulation, advocacy, and program activities. “Constituency groups play a vital role in shaping and influencing NLC’s programming by uplifting the voices and priorities of all of our communities,” said NLC President Mayor-Elect David Sander of

LA County landlords up for rent relief program The Los Angeles County Department of Consumer and Business Affairs (DCBA) will begin accepting applications for the Los Angeles County Rent Relief Program on Tuesday, Dec. 12. The deadline to submit applications is Friday, Jan. 12, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. PST. Spearheaded by the LA County Board of Supervisors and administered by The Center by Lendistry, the program will now distribute over $68 million in financial support to qualified landlords adversely affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, an increase of $22 million in grant funding. Those interested in applying for the LA County Rent Relief Program can review the eligibility requirements, register to receive a link to the application when it opens, and access the application directly when it is available by visiting the portal at lacountyrentrelief.com. The Rent Relief Program will provide up to $30,000 per rental

unit to landlords for past due rent and eligible expenses dating from April 1, 2022, to the present. The Program aims to curb tenant evictions and ensure the continued provision of housing. To ensure accessibility and ease throughout the application process, the application and free in-language technical assistance will be available in multiple languages. Applicants will be able to access assistance daily between 7 a.m. PST and 7 p.m. PST starting Tuesday, Dec. 12. DCBA has implemented a prioritized review process for the upcoming LA County Rent Relief Program applications. Applications submitted will be systematically evaluated, with priority given to those demonstrating the most substantial financial distress, those catering to the most vulnerable tenants, and properties located in areas of highest need, as identified by the LA County Equity Explorer Tool. Early submissions are strongly encouraged. Submission of a com-

pleted application does not guarantee funding. “Landlords provide many of the County's housing options, but the adverse effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have left plenty in a precarious financial position,” said DCBA Director Rafael Carbajal. “Through the LA County Rent Relief program, DCBA seeks to further invigorate recovery efforts, alleviate economic hardships faced by landlords, and maintain the availability of safe, affordable places to live in Los Angeles County.” “This Program is arriving at a critical time, underscoring the County’s commitment to property owners and tenants during this period of economic recovery. Our collaboration with the County reflects our dedication to supporting the unsung heroes of our housing market—small, local landlords,” said Tunua ThrashNtuk, President & CEO of The Center by Lendistry.

Reward offered in Compton homicide case Detectives from the Los Angeles County Sheriff ’s Department are seeking assistance with information regarding the murder of Cymundi Demetrius Bracken. On Sunday, Dec. 30, 2018, 46 year-old Cymundi Demetrius Bracken was shot to death while standing on the sidewalk on the 2000 block of North Parmelee Avenue in Comp-

ton. The vehicle above was seen fleeing the area during the incident. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors and the Compton City Council have each authorized a $10,000, for a total of $20,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and/or conviction of the person(s) involved. Any information, please contact

the Sheriff ’s Homicide Bureau at (323) 890-5500. If you prefer to provide information anonymously, you may call "Crime Stoppers" by dialing (800) 222-TIPS (8477), use your smartphone by downloading the “P3 Tips” Mobile APP on Google play or the Apple App Store or by using the website http://lacrimestoppers.org

Rancho Cordova, CA. “I am excited to work with NBCLEO and look forward to supporting their vision this year as leaders of this very important group.” This year’s group will be led by President Denise C. Mitchell, Mayor Pro Tem of College Park, MD, First Vice President Derrick Wood, Mayor of Dumfries, VA, and Second Vice President Nathaniel George Booker, Mayor of Maywood, IL. For more information on NLC’s constituency groups, visit: https://www.nlc.org/cg.

Registration for Compton College’s 2024 spring semester open Registration is currently in progress for the spring 2024 semester at Compton College. Saturday classes begin Saturday, February 10, 2024, and weekday classes begin Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. Students may register for spring classes online, 24 hours per day via MyCompton on the Compton College website www.compton. edu. Enrolling at Compton College gives students access to a complete menu of support services to aid in their success. All students enrolled during the 20232024 school year are eligible to receive a free student parking permit, one free meal per day at the Everytable Café on campus, and $20 per week in vouchers to use at the Farmers’ Market hosted on campus. In addition, Compton College provides financial, academic, and technical support for those in need such as financial aid; tutoring; book vouchers; free laptop, headphones, and Wi-Fi hotspot loans; free Metro GoPass for transportation; and referrals for those with housing insecurity. HOW TO ENROLL For students who need to apply for admission, complete the Compton College online application in a few easy steps. Students may complete the Steps to Enrollment from the comfort of home or visit the Admissions Office on campus for in-person assistance. Visit the Steps to Enrollment web page for more information and guidance: www.compton.edu/starthere/.

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Pneumococcal Pneumonia Can Be Life-Threatening. Here’s What to Know

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(StatePoint) Pneumococcal pneumonia can disrupt your life for weeks and, in some cases, be serious or even life-threatening. To help adults understand how they can help protect themselves against pneumococcal pneumonia, the American Lung Association and Pfizer are partnering to share important information and patient insights about the disease.

ACROSS 1. Loaded up 6. Tube in old TV 9. Pouches 13. Tequila source 14. Stick in water 15. Jig's French cousin 16. TV's "____ Secretary" 17. Money in Myanmar 18. Photoshop maker 19. *Result of multiplication 21. *Whole number 23. *Say 2+2 is 5, e.g. 24. Arctic floater 25. Dashboard acronym 28. Fountain serving 30. Spanky or Alfalfa 35. Short for "hurry up" 37. Live bait 39. Turn upside down 40. Cassette contents 41. Retire from military, for short 43. Jason's vessel 44. Sicker 46. "Sight for ____ eyes" 47. Puppy cry 48. Denver option, at a diner 50. Apartment 52. Green turtle's domain 53. Final 55. Personal trainer's place of employment 57. *Venn ____ 61. *Point in 2.5 65. Barrel racing meet 66. Gobbled up 68. On the rocks (2 words) 69. *Fields Medal to a mathematician, e.g. 70. Sports official, for short 71. 8 of something 72. Like Gulf Stream 73. Big bang maker 74. Required things DOWN 1. "I lift my ____ beside the golden door" 2. Petri dish gel 3. Carpenter's groove 4. Dodge, as in tax bill 5. Takes exception to 6. Native Egyptian, in Roman times 7. *Line with one endpoint

8. Path in the woods 9. Left or right, e.g. 10. Awestruck 11. *Three-dimensional figure with 6 square faces 12. Palm reader, e.g. 15. Cake with filling 20. Three people? 22. Neither here ____ there 24. Subcontract (2 words) 25. *1:2, e.g. 26. Sacred song 27. Canada's favorite tree? 29. "Nobody ____ It Better" 31. Fix a cat 32. First discovered asteroid 33. *Measured in degrees 34. Parkinson's disease drug 36. Banana remnant 38. Between dawn and noon 42. Brown shade 45. Retread, past tense 49. Non-alcoholic brew 51. Rockefeller or Bezos 54. Like today's phone 56. Kind of pie 57. No-win situation 58. Wisconsin neighbor 59. Jewish month of Purim 60. Disease-causing organism 61. Clever 62. Indoor allergy cause 63. Crushed it, as in a test 64. "____ Make a Deal" 67. *X

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HE Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that this lung disease causes an estimated 150,000 hos­ pitalizations annually nation­ wide. Symptoms in­ clude high fever, excessive sweating, shaking chills, coug­ hing, difficulty breat­ hing, shortness of breath and chest pain. Some symptoms can appear quickly and without warning. RISK FACTORS The immune system naturally weakens with age, so even if you’re healthy and active, being 65 or older puts you at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia. In fact, adults 65 and older are over 10 times more likely to be hospitalized with pneumococcal pneumonia than those aged 18-49. In adults 19 and older, certain factors increase pneumococcal pneumonia risk compared with healthy adults of the same age. These include smoking cigarettes, chronic lung diseases like asthma and COPD, chronic heart disease and diabetes. PREVENTION Pne u mo c o c c a l pneumonia vaccination

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can help protect against the disease and is recommended for at-risk groups. For adults living with certain chronic health conditions and those 65 or older, vaccination helps protect against a potentially life-threatening illness. “Having asthma can sometimes restrict me from doing things I love, so I really try to take proactive steps to help keep myself healthy, like avoiding my known asthma triggers and following my doctors’ advice,” says Catherine, a patient who was diagnosed with asthma in adulthood. “I didn’t even think I was old enough to get vaccinated for pneumococcal pneumonia, but when my doctor recommended it, I got it because I trust him. I like the comfort of knowing it’s helping to protect me against this potentially serious lung disease.” In addition to being up to date on your vaccinations, washing your hands, and not smoking are all habits that can help prevent pneumococcal pneumonia. Those with chronic illnesses should also follow the care recommendations for their condition. DISPARITIES The 2025 Vaccines National Strategic Plan has pneumococcal disease vaccination rate targets of 90% for people 65 years and older and 60% for adults with underlying health conditions at increased risk

of disease. Unfortunately, current vaccination rates are falling far short of these goals – especially among Black and Hispanic/Latinocommunities. In 2021, pneumococcal vaccination coverage among all U.S. adults aged 65 and older was 70.1%. However, the rate was around 60% among the Black population and around 52% among the Hispanic/Latino population of the same age group. Latino and Black adults are also at greater risk of developing certain chronic health conditions, such as asthma and diabetes, compared to individuals who are white. It’s important that all adults at risk take steps to help protect themselves against infection. WHAT SHOULD YOU DO? If you’re at increased risk for pneumococcal pneumonia, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about vaccination. Being an active part of your healthcare team, advocating for yourself and asking questions is important. Even if you’ve previously had a pneumonia vaccine, your healthcare provider may recommend additional vaccination for increased protection. You can learn more, as well as take a quiz to assess your risk, by visiting lung.org/pneumococcal. Pneumococcal pneu­ monia can be serious. Talk to your healthcare provider about how to help prevent this lung disease.

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Diversity, equity and inclusion are the focus of Kean Diversity Council High School Leadership Conference Nearly 1,000 New Jersey middle and high school students developed action plans on diversity, equity, inclusion and access for their schools at Kean University’s recent Diversity Council on Global Education and Citizenship High School Leadership Conference.

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EPRESENTING 43 schools, the students in grades 8 through 12 had the opportunity to present their diversity visions at the conference, held Friday, November 17 on Kean’s Union campus. The Diversity Council accepts completed action plans in April for consideration of a Fritz Jonach Award. The conference theme, Defining Yourself, also provided a space for the teenagers to find their own identity without external pressures. They heard from keynote speaker Jamar Root, a 23-year-old Dallas-based motivational speaker whose podcast and YouTube show, Root of Everything, seeks to inspire followers to find their path in life by hearing about the lives of people who love what they do.

Davis Robotics team wins Regionals, Dickison and CEC Take Awards

Root shared life lessons from his own ups and downs and what he has learned from the people he’s interviewed. “This conference and the year-round work of the Diversity Council are two of the many ways that Kean University works both to contribute to creating a more just world and to making Kean an anchor institution for the region,” said Kean Senior Vice President Felice Vazquez. The Diversity Council presented 10 Joy Prescott Humanitarian Awards to 13 students and student groups for their efforts in the pursuit of social justice. The nominees, submitted by their teachers and administrators, are engaged in

a variety of initiatives, including community service, interfaith leadership and dialogue, community activism and antiracism outreach. Represented at the conference were: North Plainfield School District; Halsey Academy, Alexander Hamilton Preparatory Academy and Elizabeth Public Schools, Elizabeth; Roxbury High School; Governor Livingston High School, Berkeley Heights; Iselin Middle School; Cherokee High School, Evesham; Paterson Charter School for Science and Technology; North Brunswick Township High School; Kearny High School; Ocean Township High School; West Essex High n Leadership, see page 9

Davis Middle School’s FIRST LEGO League Robotics Team won first place in the Robot Performance category in the Southern California Regional Tournament Masterpiece. Congratulations to the team members. Davis was one of four Compton Unified teams competing in the FIRST Robotics Regional Tournament on Saturday. In addition, Compton Early College received the Motivate Award and the Dickison Elementary Team won the Innovation Project Finalist award. Tibby Elementary also had a team the qualified for the regional competition. In FIRST LEGO League, students are immersed in real-world, hands-on STEM challenges. Teams design their own solution or problem to real world engineering challenges while building autonomous LEGO robots that perform a series of missions. Through their participation, students develop valuable life skills, build confidence, grow their knowledge, and develop habits of learning. In the MASTERPIECE challenge, FIRST LEGO League teams will imagine and innovate new ways to create and communicate art across the globe.

Compton High Marching Band makes history with appearance at Hollywood Christmas Parade The Compton High School Marching Band participated in the Hollywood Christmas Parade on Sunday, Nov. 26, 2023. This was the first time a Compton Unified School District school has participated in the 91-year history of the parade. The award-winning Compton High School Marching Band has received a number of accolades, including being featured on an episode of the HBO Emmy-winning series Ballers. Now the band takes

on a new prestigious role of being the first from Compton to march in the Hollywood Christmas Parade since its inception almost 100 years ago. The Compton High School Marching Band joined the Hollywood Starlettes, the Los Angeles Catholic Schools Band, the South Paulding High School Band, the Gevorkian Dance Academy, and several other bands in the parade. The live parade featured nearly 5,000 participants,

with numerous Hollywood celebrities and VIPS, multiple pre-parade and parade performers, award-

wining bands from around the country, several largerthan-life four-story character balloons, colorful floats, and

many movie cars. The parade culminates with the appearance of the Santa Claus and his reindeer, ushering in the holiday season! Since 1928 the live Holly­ wood Christmas Parade has been a loved and cherished annual holiday tradition enjoyed by Angelenos, as well as by millions watching the televised airings of the parade nationally on TV and internationally on Armed Forces Network around the world.

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Ain’t Nothing Better Than a P&J Sandwich Dr. James L. Snyder I'm not sure what happened to my closely guarded diet during these recent holidays, but I won't ask. The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage has been so busy cooking and preparing food that she didn't have time to oversee my diet.

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NE thing I like about holiday eating is that you can always go for seconds and if careful, thirds. Another benefit of these holiday meals is the leftovers. Sometimes, it has been my experience that leftovers are more delicious than the original. I'm unsure if it's The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage's culinary skill or just the quality of the food. The second time around is a winner. The third time around is not too bad, either. The week following our Thanksgiving dinner, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage and I sat in the living room relaxing. I looked at her and said, "When is our next Thanksgiving dinner?" Looking at me with one of her looks, she said, "When I find the next turkey." And then she stared at me until I was just slightly uncomfortable. About a week after our Thanksgiving dinner, The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage planned to spend the day shopping for Christmas presents. I was instructed to get my lunch for that day. When lunchtime came, I opened the refrigerator and looked at all the delicious food. I was trying to figure out which I would pick first. No matter which one I choose, it would definitely be delicious.

Then I had one of those "Whaaaat" moments. I saw something in the refrigerator I had not thought about for a long time. I had all the Thanksgiving food in the refrigerator, and in the corner was a jar of grape jelly. I haven't seen that jar in a long time, and I'm not quite sure why I happened to see it now. I knew the cupboard beside the refrigerator had several jars of peanut butter. What came to me at that moment was a P&J Sandwich. For those under 50, that is a Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwich. Don't get me wrong here; turkey is a wonderful sandwich. But it doesn't compete with this P&J sandwich I was about to indulge in. I don't know who invented peanut butter, but they have greatly served humanity. Then, adding jelly to peanut butter sandwiches is another brilliant accomplishment. Quickly, I put together my P&J sandwich, got a fresh cup of coffee, and then went to the kitchen table to celebrate my lunch. After finishing that sandwich, I was very much tempted to go for sandwich number two. What would be wrong with that? If The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage knows what I had for lunch, how would I explain it to her? Keeping it a secret is my number one agenda. Munching on my P&J sandwich, I remembered what David said. "Delight thyself also in the

LORD; and he shall give thee the desires of thine heart" (Psalm 37:4). I love food, but my greatest joy is in the Lord. As I focus on Him in my daily activities, I begin to understand the important desires of my heart. It's amazing how God surprised me with something that

really made my life happy. The finer things in life aren't everything. Sometimes it's the simple things that make me truly happy. Dr. James L. Snyder can be reached by e-mail at jamessnyder51@gmail.com. Courtesy photos/Pexels

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Huskies reign over Ducks in Pac-12 title game By Dennis J. Freeman Oops! He did it again. For the second time during the 2023 college football season, Michael Penix Jr. operated as the kyropinite to the Oregon Ducks. For the second time this season, the University of Washington would draw on a fourth-quarter touchdown pass thrown by Penix to upend the Ducks.

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N the first meeting this season between the Huskies and Ducks, Penix completed a touchdown pass late in the game to help Washington beat Oregon. Penix's magic haunted the Ducks once again. This time, Penix did his thing during the Pac-12 Conference Championship. With less than three

Photo by Melinda Meijer courtesy of News4usonline.com for The Bulletin

minutes left in the game, Penix hit Quentin Moore for a 2-yard touchdown throw to give Washington a 34-24 cushion. The Huskies eventually held off the Ducks to win the game, 34-31. It was a maestro performance by Penix in leading the Huskies

to their 13th win of the season. Washington finished the regular season with a perfect 13-0 record and secured a spot in the College Football Playoff. “Proud of the way we stepped up again, physicality both sides of the ball,”

Washington head coach Kalen DeBoer said after the game. “Ran the football. Offense and Michael, probably back in sync. A lot of that has to do with just getting the guys and the crew all back together again. Had a couple weeks now where

J Macs joined the mix. You can see that timing continue to develop, the rhythm in practice growing. They just found ways to make those big plays.” Penix and the Washington offense made plenty of big plays. For the game, the Huskies dominated on the offensive end, accounting for 481 yards in total offense. Penix as well as running back Dillon Johnson had a big hand in that. Penix completed 27 of the 39 passes he attempted for 319 yards and a touchdown. That pass, a 2-yard scoring toss to Quentin Moore with 2:44 left in the game, put the icing on the cake for the Huskies. Oregon got a touchdown late in the game to make it close, but the Penix-toMoore connection clinched the victory for Washington. n Huskies, see page 8

Is James Harden a good fit for the Clippers? By Dennis Freeman Jr. The Los Angeles Clippers have an All-Star lineup now that they have completed the trade for swingman James Harden. The roster of the Clippers consists of alltime stalwarts like Russell Westbrook, Kawhi Leonard, Paul George, and now Harden. Several of these individuals, if not all, could be inducted someday into the Hall of Fame. The marriage between the Clippers and Harden didn’t start off too hot as Los Angeles immediately went into a six-game losing streak. But since then, Harden and the Clippers have been rolling along in producing some much-needed victories for the ballclub as well for the fane base. A rough start for a group of very talented NBA players, however, is not a big deal of concern because it is

the NBA and a turn-around can easily happen at any time. So, the Clippers’ trade for Harden begs several questions. The most obvious one? Is Harden a good fit for the Clippers? The Clippers brass seem to think so or they wouldn’t have worked hard to get this deal done. Harden who is from the Los Angeles area and attended Artesia High School in Cerritos, appears to be at a certain point in his career. Harden is well-established as a prolific scorer, but he has yet to win an NBA championship. Arriving back in his hometown just might allow Harden the opportunity to fulfill that ambition. It’s not like that this is the first time that Harden is being surrounded by superstar talent. During his first three years in the NBA, Harden had Westbrook and Kevin Durant as teammates as a member of the Oklahoma City Thunder.

He then teamed up with Westbrook, Chris Paul and Dwight Howard in Houston before joining forces with Durant and Kyrie Irving with the Brooklyn Nets. And for a couple of seasons, Harden was paired with Joel Embiid. With all this talent around him, Harden has made it to the NBA Finals one time during his illustrious career. That took place when Harden was a member of the Thunder. With that said, the 2012 Olympic gold medalist

with Team USA, is in a much different scenario than the other situations he was in. First, this is the third time that Harden has played on the same team as Westbrook, which should dispel any notion that the two stars can play alongside one another. The second consideration is that on the nights he’s not going off on a scoring binge, Harden is talented enough to play the facilitator role and dish the ball off to proven scorers in George and Leonard.

For his career, Harden averages seven assists a game to go along with the 24.6 points he puts up. One of the things that has dogged Harden wherever he has played has been his style of play. Harden is one of those players who has direct impact on a game because he likes to control the action. The ball is usually in the hands of the 2018 NBA regular season MVP. All those personal accolades are pretty weak and tossed out of the window now as Harden is now in the twilight of his career. With Tyronn Lue running the ship for the Clippers, Harden and the rest of the talented roster should be able to mesh together to go for a deep postseason run should everybody stay healthy. For his part, Harden has received unfair criticism for his postseason play. n Clippers, see page 8

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Honestly, from my point of view, the talent level around him was not equal to his opponents. The fact that he was able to lead his team, especially the Rockets, should have been celebrated given the level of success he brought to the team. The critics also had something to say about the lack of or enthusiasm for defense on his part, which I would disagree with as well. I find Harden to be a very good defensive player. Basketball is a team sport. Although the Rockets would score points in high volume the team also allowed their opponents to score at a high rate. Harden played as well as he could with those teams. Harden being on the Clippers might be beneficial for both parties. The Clippers themselves have made a few playoff runs but a championship has yet to be won. I'm sure there are high hopes with the team the Clippers have put together. The NBA is competitive in both the Western Conference and Eastern Conference. Each night a win will be difficult to gain. I think fans are hopeful and excited to see the Clippers games each and every night and looking forward to a strong push for the NBA playoffs.

The Penix touchdown was big in more ways than one. After going into halftime with a lead of 20-3, Washington scored zero points in the third quarter, allowing Oregon to take the lead of the game. Penix and the Huskies outscored Oregon 14-7 in the fourth quarter. So what exactly did he tell his teammates in between the third and fourth quarters? “Yeah, just keep believing,

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“My family and I are honored to be nominated alongside just a few of the many players in the NFL family that are doing great work in their respective communities,” said Kupp. “Lending a helping hand, recognizing where there are needs, and finding ways to bridge the gap. While I am thankful for the NFL giving us a platform to shine a light on a few of the causes that are important to us, we all have the ability to give of ourselves in one way or another that can change the lives of the people around us.” A former “Club Kid” member of his hometown Boys and Girls Club – James has been a longtime supporter of the organization. A consistent presence at Southern California clubs throughout his six NFL seasons, visiting with the children they serve and regularly hosting giveback events, this year James joined the Chargers Impact Fund for the launch of the Bolts Book Club summer reading program at the Watts-Willowbrook clubhouse. During the visit, in which he read to everyone in attendance and spoke on the importance of reading every day, James learned that the club had recently been fundraising to purchase school supplies for all its members but fell short of their goal. Without hesitation, and not something that was preplanned, James made up the difference – personally paying for school supplies and backpacks for 50 additional children. “I’m incredibly blessed and honored to be named a Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee for the second year,” said James. “I know how special of an honor this is and I’m grateful to have the opportunity to service my community and want to continue to take every opportunity to support my community in any way possible. A highlight of my career is being able help to those who need it and bring joy to the people around me. “I want to leave this community better than how I found it and will continue to strive for that even long after my career ends. Being a role model for not just for my son, but to also encourage people and other players to help in their community is a legacy I hope to leave. To be recognized for this phenomenal award means a lot to me. I’m thankful to have the full support of the Chargers, the fans, my teammates and coaches throughout my NFL career.”

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keep fighting. The game, obviously wasn't over,” Penix said. “We just got to continue to stay 1-0. We've been in this position before where it gets tight at the end. For us, it was about trusting in each other. I was telling them just look at the guy next to you, trust that he's going to do his job to help us win this game. That's what it's all about. Loving each other, trusting each other when those moments get big,

those moments seem to get tough, having that belief to know we'll be able to make it happen.” Michael Penix and the Huskies were staring down national championship possibilities, a chance to win the conference title, trying to keep an unbeaten season intact, and adding more Heisman Trophy votes to his name when they entered this game.

website about his vision and what made him start his business in the first place. “Planet Health Compton is born from experiences in my youth. When I was younger, there weren’t any safe places where I could study or be inspired to focus on my community, my diet, or my mindset. Planet Health Compton allows people of all ages to coexist and network with each other while being able to enjoy a healthy meal,” said Jackson. At the restaurant’s grand opening in April 2022, attendees included Mayor Sharif, District 4 Councilwoman Lillie P. Darden and former NBA great John Salley. Jackson, on the company’s website, talked about addressing and trying to fill a void in Compton. “It all came about from a car accident that I had four years ago. The accident put me in a debilitating state – I was no

longer able to do the things I was accustomed to doing, such as hiking, swimming, and regular day-to-day activities,” Jackson said. “As a result of the injuries that I sustained, the changes in my lifestyle all led me to explore a vegan diet. After I became vegan, I realized that I was living in a food desert. I also realized that there was a deficit in clothing brands that represent me and other vegans minorities such as myself. Due to these deficits, I made it my mission to bring healthy, vegan options to Compton and other inner-city communities,” he added. Full details of the accident that Jackson was involved in is pending. A candlelight vigil for Jackson is expected to take place Sunday at Planet Health Compton. The address is 546 W. Compton Blvd., Compton, California.

asked by interviewers during the pageant how she felt, she shared her own experiences with anxiety, including an anxiety attack that she had and overcame with breathing exercises during the event. An interviewer asked her — uniquely, she answered all questions in Spanish — what she thought the essence of humanity was, and she said it was humility and being grateful for the small things in life, which is something I often tell my friends and family as well; this was the moment I knew she would win. I believe that many who were watching this woman were most impressed by her humility, and the dignity she kept in being so open about her humble back-

ground and ongoing struggles while still being a stellar example for her people. At another point in the competition, Palacios said that a good representation of Nicaraguan women is the phrase “strength of a volcano” — which surprised me, as it is a phrase that I identify with and had already written on my own social media account. It reminds me that your background doesn’t preclude you from reaching your dreams. As I work toward what I want, I’ve never forgotten where I come from. This article was originally published in Ethnic Media Services. Ethnic Media Services is an editorial partner of The Bulletin newspaper

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council members talking about his contribution to the city. “His impact on our community was immeasurable and his legacy will forever resonate in our hearts,” District 1 Councilwoman Deidra Duhart said. “Before Mr. Jackson acquired 546 W. Compton Blvd. The area languished as a dumping ground and it served as a makeshift haven for the homeless, a blight on the very fabric of our community. However, Mr. Jackson’s vision and dedication, he transformed this neglected space into a symbol of hope.” Mayor Sharif also shared her thoughts about Jackson’s contributions. “I remember when he first came in and I remember when he first started there,” Sharif said. “That place was really…it was really bad.” Jackson once told the VegOut

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Having no car, I would take a four-hour train commute three to four days a week during the pandemic just to achieve my dream. I did, and now I’m working to complete my practice hours and complete my state exams. Like Palacios, I too was fighting to give back to and positively represent my people — as I aim to work with Latino populations to support community mental health here in San Francisco — and when she won it was an affirmation for me that I could be both strong and feminine, as long as you know the impact you want to make on the world. I was also incredibly moved by how open Palacios was about her own mental health. When

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School, North Caldwell; Franklin High School; Watchung Hills Regional High School, Warren; South Plainfield High School; Rahway High School; Edison High School, John P. Stevens High School, Woodrow Wilson Middle School and Herbert Hoover Middle School, Edison; Avenel Middle School; Colonia Middle School; Colonia High School; Woodbridge Middle

School, Woodbridge High School and John F. Kennedy Memorial High School, Woodbridge; Fords Middle School; Lenape High School and Shawnee High School, Medford; Keyport High School; Freehold Township High School; Seneca High School, Tabernacle; Randolph High School; JCC of Central New Jersey and Scotch Plains Fanwood High School, Scotch Plains;

Shepard Preparatory High School, Morristown; Warren Hills Regional High School, Washington; Westfield High School; Midland Park Jr./Sr. High School; Union High School; Delaware Valley Regional High School, Frenchtown; Parsippany Hills High School; North Warren Regional High School, Blairstown. The Diversity Council on Global Education and

Citizenship collaborates with Kean’s College of Education and provides more than 130 member school districts and community organizations with professional development to empower educators to create safe, inclusive learning environments for all students. It addition to the high school conference, the Council hosts annual elementary and middle school conferences and general assembly meetings

that explore diversity-related themes, including bullying, Holocaust and genocide education, civil rights and confronting human rights abuses. The Diversity Council on Global Education and Citizenship at Kean University recently held a High School Leadership Conference focused on diversity, equity, inclusion and access. (Photo Credit: Kean University)

LEGAL NOTICES NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: ALFREDO FIGUEROA VALDEZ AKA ALFREDO F. VALDEZ CASE NO. 23STPB12577 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ALFREDO FIGUEROA VALDEZ AKA ALFREDO F. VALDEZ. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by GABRIELA BRAVO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that GABRIELA BRAVO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/19/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 44 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by

the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner RENNEE R. DEHESA - SBN 249235, LESTER, SCHUCK, BECKER, DEHESA & HIRSCHBERG LLP 915 E. MAIN STREET, SUITE A SANTA PAULA CA 93060, Telephone (805) 525-7104 11/22, 11/29, 12/6/23 CNS-3758719# THE COMPTON BULLETIN SchId:91946 AdId:30937 CustId:61 -----------T.S. No. 112718-CA APN: 6140-022024 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 2/13/2007. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 2/13/2024 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 2/21/2007 as Instrument No. 20070368385 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: VIRGINIA FIELDS, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE; BEHIND THE FOUNTAIN LOCATED IN CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, 400 CIVIC CENTER PLAZA, POMONA, CA 91766 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 1013 SOUTH CASWELL AVENUE, COMPTON, CA 90220 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation,

if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $423,095.88 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING. COM, using the file number assigned to this case 112718-CA. Information

about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: Effective January 1, 2021, you may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call (855) 313-3319, or visit this internet website www.clearreconcorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 112718-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 4777869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108 SchId:91964 AdId:30946 CustId:670 -----------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: EMILY FITZGERALD AKA EMILY D. FITZGERALD AKA EMILY DOSHIA BEETSCHEN CASE NO. 23STPB11164 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the lost WILL or estate, or both of EMILY FITZGERALD AKA EMILY D. FITZGERALD AKA EMILY DOSHIA BEETSCHEN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ENRIQUE BARRIOS in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ENRIQUE BARRIOS be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's lost WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The lost WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act with limited authority. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/18/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 79 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JOHN R. GOTTES - SBN 134317 6723 WASHINGTON AVENUE WHITTIER CA 90601-4309, Telephone (323) 564-4444 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/23

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS SCANNING SERVICES

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DELORES COSTELLA WOOTEN AKA DELORES C. WOOTEN CASE NO. 23STPB12893

The City of Compton (City) has issued this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit responses from qualified firms (Consultants) to provide the City with scanning and indexing services to convert existing hardcopy files and records into an electronic format to enable greater accessibility for both City Staff and the general public. The City currently possesses hardcopy files that include financial records, plans, drawings, permits, easements and other critical information that need to be scanned.

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DELORES COSTELLA WOOTEN AKA DELORES C. WOOTEN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CHERI D. HODO in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CHERI D. HODO be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/05/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner SIBYLLE GREBE - SBN 141553, LORENZO C. STOLLER - SBN 291581, THE PROBATE HOUSE, L.C. 3424 WEST CARSON STREET, SUITE 320 TORRANCE CA 90503, Telephone (310) 542-9888 11/29, 12/6, 12/13/23 CNS-3760724# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

Proposals must be received by the City Clerk’s Office, City of Compton located at 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton CA 90220 before 4:00 pm (PT) on December 21, 2023. Business hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., MondayThursday, except holidays. Postmarks will not be accepted. It is at the City’s discretion to extend the deadline. All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City of Compton staff, in which the proposal that meets the City’s needs the best, will be selected. Parties interested in obtaining the Request for Proposal (RFP) criteria should check the City’s website at www.comptoncity.org. For additional information, you may contact: City of Compton Controller’s Office 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton CA 90220 (310) 605-5651 The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or any portion without exception of explanation. Vernell McDaniel City Clerk SchId:92210 AdId:31026 CustId:70 -----------REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS CERTIFIED PUBLIC ACCOUNTANT SERVICES FOR TAX CONSULTATION The City of Compton is requesting “Qualification Statements” from licensed Certified Public Accountants (CPA) for the purpose of providing Tax Consultation services. The CPA firm must have a proven track record of successfully providing this type of accounting services for employers of comparable size and complexity. The consultant will work directly with the City Controller’s office in providing the comprehensive tax advisory services and will assist the City with representation for the IRS. Proposals must be received by the City Clerk’s Office, City of Compton located at 205 South Willowbrook Avenue, Compton CA 90220 before 4:00 pm (PT) on December 21, 2023. Business hours are from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., MondayThursday, except holidays. Postmarks will not be accepted. It is at the City’s discretion to extend the deadline. All submitted proposals will be reviewed and analyzed by City of Compton staff, in which the proposal that meets the City’s needs the best, will be selected. Parties interested in obtaining the Request for Proposal (RFP) criteria should check the City’s website at www.comptoncity.org. For additional information, you may contact: City of Compton Controller’s Office 205 South Willowbrook Avenue Compton CA 90220

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(310) 605-5651 The City of Compton reserves the right to reject any or all proposals or any portion without exception of explanation. Vernell McDaniel City Clerk

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No. 17-20260-SPCA Title No. 170297966-CAVOI A.P.N. 8568-012001 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 08/16/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, (cashier's check(s) must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation), drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state; will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made in an "as is" condition, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Mirna Carrera, a single woman Duly Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 09/11/2006 as Instrument No. 06 2013949 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of Los Angeles County, California. Date of Sale: 01/08/2024 at 11:00 AM Place of Sale: By the fountain located at 400 Civic Center Plaza, Pomona, CA 91766 Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $737,223.98 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 11200 Bryant Road, El Monte, CA 91731 A.P.N.: 8568-012-001 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: DELORIS JACKSON CASE NO. 23STPB07620 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of DELORIS JACKSON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CLEO JACKSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CLEO JACKSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/05/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner JENNIFER A. LUMSDAINE, ESQ. SBN 232751, TREDWAY, LUMSDAINE & DOYLE LLP 3900 KILROY AIRPORT WAY, STE. 240 LONG BEACH CA 90806, Telephone (562) 923-0971 BSC 224326

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publication of this Notice of Sale. If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder's sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse. The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to

investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com/ sales, using the file number assigned to this case 17-20260-SPCA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT*: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a "representative of all eligible tenant buyers" you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an "eligible bidder," you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 1720260-SPCA to find the date on which the trustee's sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sale. If you think you may qualify as a "representative of all eligible tenant buyers" or "eligible bidder," you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. *Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2025, unless later extended. Date: 11/20/2023 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Deandre Garland, Trustee Sales Representative A-4802568 11/29/2023, 12/06/2023, 12/13/2023 SchId:92021 AdId:30964 CustId:64 -----------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SHEILA L. SAXTON CASE NO. 23STPB13201 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of SHEILA L. SAXTON. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by BERT W. SAXTON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

COMPTON BULLETIN WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2023 THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BERT W. SAXTON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/05/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner ELIZABETH APODACA SBN 220578, MY ATTORNEY LA, PROF. CORP. 13601 WHITTIER BLVD. #101 WHITTIER CA 90605 Telephone (562) 693-5027 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/23 CNS-3762640# THE COMPTON BULLETIN SchId:92337 AdId:31066 CustId:61 -----------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: VERONICA MORGAN CASE NO. 23STPB07398 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of VERONICA MORGAN. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by RACHEL E. FERGUSON in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that RACHEL E. FERGUSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be grant-

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ed unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 01/10/24 at 8:30AM in Dept. 5 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner MAX N. ALAVI - SBN 272099 / MARK S. KRAUSE - SBN 302732, MAX M. ALAVI, ATTORNEY AT LAW, APC 2424 SE BRISTOL STREET, SUITE 300 NEWPORT BEACH CA 92660, Telephone (949) 706-1919 BSC 224327 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/23 CNS-3762667# THE COMPTON BULLETIN SchId:92342 AdId:31068 CustId:61 -----------NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: KATHLEEN JOYCE SIMMONS CASE NO. 23STPB13116 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of KATHLEEN JOYCE SIMMONS. A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by STANLEY WHITE in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that STANLEY WHITE be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 12/29/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 11 located at 111 N. HILL ST., LOS ANGELES, CA 90012 IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must

file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in section 58(b) of the California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE-154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for Petitioner SCOTT E. RAHN - SBN 222528; STEPHANIE K. DELANEY - SBN 317557 RMO LLP 901 BRINGHAM AVENUE LOS ANGELES CA 90049 Telephone (424) 320-9444 12/6, 12/13, 12/20/23 CNS-3762907# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

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paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Dated: NOVEMBER 29, 2023 SELLER: YK INC, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION BUYER: BUD'S LIQUOR STORE LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITIED COMPANY 2004182-PP LB CALIFORNIAN 12/6/23 SchId:92348 AdId:31070 CustId:628 -----------NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE (UCC Sec. 6105) Escrow No. 23181-HY NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale is about to be made. The name(s), business address(es) to the Seller(s) are: JOO WAN KIM, 1320 WEST 168TH STREET, UNIT 5, GARDENA, CA 90247 Doing Business as: OLD TOWN TOBACCO & GIFTS All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s) within three years, as stated by the Seller(s), is/are: The name(s) and address of the Buyer(s) is/are: SAMA STAR LLC, 765 CERRITOS AVE APT 5 LONG

BEACH, CA 90813 The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURES, EQUIPMENT, TRADE NAME, MACHINERY, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS AND COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, SUPPLIES, TELEPHONE NUMBERS and are located at: 441 E. CARSON ST., STE. R, CARSON, CA 90745 The bulk sale is intended to be consummated at the office of: NEW CENTURY ESCROW, INC, 500 S. KRAEMER BLVD STE 275, BREA CA 92821 and the anticipated sale date is DECEMBER 22, 2023 The bulk sale is subject to California Uniform Commercial Code Section 6106.2. The name and address of the person with whom claims may be filed is: NEW CENTURY ESCROW, INC, 500 S. KRAEMER BLVD STE 275, BREA CA 92821 and the last day for filing claims shall be DECEMBER 21, 2023, which is the business day before the sale date specified above. Dated: 12/1/23 BUYER: SAMA STAR LLC 2010621-PP CARSON BULLETIN 12/6/23 SchId:92352 AdId:31072 CustId:628

SchId:92345 AdId:31069 CustId:61 -----------NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) (UCC Sec. 6101 et seq. and B & P Sec. 24074 et seq.) Escrow No. 623261-SL Notice is hereby given that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license is about to be made. The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and address of the Seller/Licensee are: YK INC, 1298 E. 4TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90802 The business is known as: BUD LIQUOR MARKET The names, Social Security or Federal Tax Numbers, and addresses of the Buyer/Transferee are: BUD'S LIQUOR STORE LLC, 1298 E. 4TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90802 As listed by the Seller/Licensee, all other business names and addresses used by the Seller/Licensee within three years before the date such list was sent or delivered to the Buyer/ Transferee are: NONE The assets to be sold are described in general as: FURNITURE, FIXTURE AND EQUIPMENT, TRADENAME, GOODWILL, LEASE, LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENT, COVENANT NOT TO COMPETE, TOGETHER WITH THE FOLLOWING DESCRIBED ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) and are located at: 1298 E. 4TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90802 The kind of license to be transferred is: LIC. NO. 618951, 21-OFFSALE GENERAL Now issued for the premises located at: 1298 E. 4TH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90802 The anticipated date of the sale/transfer is DECEMBER 29, 2023 at the office of: METRO ESCROW, INC., 3600 WILSHIRE BLVD., SUITE 326 LOS ANGELES, CA 90010 The amount of the purchase price or consideration in connection with the transfer of the license and business, including the estimated inventory in the amount of $190,000.00, is the sum of $700,000.00, which consists of the following: Description/Amount CHECK $700,000.00 It has been agreed between the Seller/Licensee and the intended Buyer/ Transferee, as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be

INVITATION FOR BIDS BEACH CONCES-SION LICENSES The Los Angeles County Department of Beaches and Harbors is issuing an Invitation for Bids (IFB) for con-cession licenses to provide various ser-vices at Los Angeles County-owned and operated beaches. The Authorized Activi-ties include Mobile Food Preparation Units (Food Truck), Con-cession Stand, Bike & Skate Rentals, and Hang Gliding. The Term of License will commence on May 1, 2024, and terminate on March 31, 2029, with five one-year options. Please visit our web-site at https://beaches.lacounty.gov/request-for-proposals/, and click the ``Request for Pro-posals`` link to down-load the IFB. For a hardcopy of the IFB (fee applies), contact Arnulfo Delgado at (424) 526-7738, or E-mail ADelgado@ bh.lacounty.gov. The deadline for receipt of bids is January 2, 2024, at 3:00 PM (PST). The County reserves the right to cancel or modify any and all terms and conditions, including minimum re-quirements, of the IFB without further notice. INVITACIÓN PARA OFERTAS LICENCIAS PARA CONCESIONES DE PLAYA El Departamento de Playas y Puertos del Condado de Los Ángeles está emitiendo una Invitación para Ofertas (IFB, por sus siglas en inglés) para licencias de concesión para ofrecer diversos servicios en las playas operadas por el Con-dado de Los Ángeles. Las Actividades Au-torizadas incluyen Camión de Comida, Puesto de Comida, Alquiler de Bicicletas y Patines, y Ala Delta. El plazo de la licencia comenzará el 1 de mayo de 2024 y ter-minará el 31 de marzo de 2029, con cinco opciones de un año. Por favor, visite nues-tro sitio web en https://beaches.lacounty.gov/ requestfor proposals/, y haga clic en el enlace ``So-licitud de Propuestas`` para descargar el IFB. Para obtener una co-pia impresa del IFB (se aplica una tarifa), con-tacte a Arnulfo Delga-do al (424) 526-7738, o por correo elec-trónico a ADelgado@ bh.lacounty.gov. La fecha lmite para recibir ofertas es el 2 de enero de 2024 a las 3:00 PM (PST). El Condado se reserva el derecho de cancelar o modificar cualquier y todos los términos y condiciones, incluidos los requisitos mínimos, del IFB sin aviso adi-cional. CN101024 11-30-2023 Dec 6, Dec 13, 2023

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‘GODZILLA MINUS ONE’ FLEXES ITS AWESOME POWER

By Dennis J. Freeman Minus One is not a feel-good, Godzilla’s mass wreckage. nosuke Kamiki) is a kamikaze The same can be said about “Godzilla Minus One” is worth seeing. Period. Even if you’re not into monsters and big creatures destroying everything. The main attraction of the film gives you everything you could want from a nemesis and times that by a thousand. In “Godzilla Minus One,” the giant walking atomic bomb, Godzilla is engagingly frightening.

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HENEVER Gozilla makes his appearance on the screen, it almost feels like a surreal moment every time. It’s been quite a long time since Godzilla has been portrayed as the villain, and it is a refreshing take on the mesmerizing monster that seems to have eluded recent American-made films that feature the hulking beast. Let’s be clear: “Godzilla

you’re my friend and save the world Godzilla. No. This version of Godzilla represents unrepentant destruction and mayhem. The depiction of Godzilla wrecking everything in his sight, sometimes rather spectacularly, is awesome to watch. It’s almost mind-blowing the way that “Godzilla Minus One” director Takashi Yamazaki is able to bring authenticity to the film as well as making the special effects go off the charts. There are several scenes in particular where I found myself having to pick up my mouth off the floor when Godzilla unleashed his nuclear or atomic power on all of mankind. “Godzilla Minus One” is truly an action-packed spectacle that should be seen on the big screen. This film was made for it. The action sequences have you on the edge throughout the film. Besides the obvious boom parts of the film, what “Godzilla Minus One” offers is a love story. The movie shows the humanity side opposite of

The film is loosely based on post-war Japan as we see the aftermath in Godzilla. While watching “Godzilla Minus One,” I kept wondering about the symbolism of Godzilla. In essence, if one were to make a political analogy, Godzilla represents the atomic bomb that left Hiroshima and Nagasaki in shambles. The swath of destruction left behind by Godzilla and his walk-the-earth ramage, tore up families and left families looking for their loved ones. Here is where the film moves into another tier. The action in the movie is balanced with solid writing, great dialogue and good acting. Instead of putting efforts solely on the unwanted carnage, Yamazaki and TOHO Studios do a great job of showing the human side of things. You can feel the pain and the despair as Godzilla goes about his business of unleashing his reign of untethered terror. The main actors in the film are superb and give “Godzilla Minus One” its human engine. Koichi Shikishima (Ryu-

pilot who abandons the war front and heads back home where is basically viewed as a loser. With his family and community wiped out, Shikishima finds himself unwanted back home as Sumiko Ota (Sakura Ando) basically tells him as much. Interestingly enough, the bad start to this relationship winds up one that nearly derails the love interest between Shikishima and Noriko Oishi (Minami Hamabe). What we see in these central figures throughout the film is the strength of the human spirit. The ridiculed Shikishima, who blows an opportunity to act like a real fighter pilot early in the film, is haunted by the ghosts of his failure. As the movie progresses, Shikishima develops more and more animosity for Godzilla and the pathway of demolition the monster is responsible for. Hamabe brings a quiet strength to her role as Noriko, which is incredibly needed in the middle of all of this high-volume noise machine.

Ando and her character Sumiko. While she encounters Shikishima as an antagonist, Sumiko becomes buddy-buddy with the war deserter and eventually befriends him. The supporting cast, led by Munetaka Aoki (Sosaku Tachibana), is solid. It is the no-nonsense Tachibana and the peril of mankind that kickstarts Shikishima into stop running away from his duties as a soldier and himself. Typically, monster movies don’t always usher in great acting, but “Godzilla Minus One,” is an exception. The top-tier acting combined with second-to-none visual effects along with the monstrosity spectacle of Godzilla makes “Godzilla Minus One” a winner in just about every sense. You have the family element. There’s romance. Friendships are forged. Camaraderie and the will to fight back also wave their heads. Throw in a giant monster with nuclear tendencies and “Godzilla Minus One” turns out to be more than a worthy film to watch.