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LA DODGERS PITCHER CLAYTON KERSHAW HOSTS STORYTIME WITH EMERSON STUDENTS

Los Angeles Dodgers

longtime great pitcher

Clayton Kershaw and his family met with 70 enthusiastic Emerson Elementary School second grade students and read a story to them.

Centennial plays hard but comes up short against Bellflower

S part of the seventh annual LA Reads Storytime program, hosted by the Los Angeles Dodgers and Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LAFD), along with Think Together, Kershaw’s wife Ellen read the book “Bigger Than Me” by Ann Higginbottom, while Clayton turned the book’s pages

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and showed kids the pictures. The book is the story of a little boy named Charley growing up following his dad - a professional baseball player - who begins to realize that his story, his family's story, must have a greater purpose. Charley's story invites boys and girls to consider how the things

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It was tough sledding for the Compton Centennial High School football team in their CIF Southern Section matchup against Bellflower High School on Friday, Sept. 8, 2023.

The Apaches played vigilantly against the Buccaneers in an away game but was not able to secure a victory. Bellflower took advantage of costly turnovers committed by Centennial and converted them into easy points in the first half. The Buccaneers came away a home win.

Council votes to rename Compton street after Eazy-E

By Dennis J. Freeman

The Compton City Council voted unanimously to approve a resolution to rename a street in the city in honor of rapper and hip-hip legend Eric Wright. Wright, more known as his rap moniker, “Eazy-E,”

was born in Compton and was a member of N.W.A., a group that also featured Dr. Dre. And Ice Cube.

The vote, taken by City Council members during a council meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 5, was recorded 4-0 with one member absence (District

3 Councilman Jonathan Bowers). The council did not take up a discussion on the matter. The City Council approved the resolution to rename the One Hundred Block of Auto Drive South to Eazy Street. Compton City Manager

Jerry Groomes is charged with making the street renaming transition. Wright co-founded Ruthless Records and he and hit Dr. Dre (Andre Young) and Ice Cube (O’Shea Jackson) as well as rest of the N.W.A. crew recorded the monster hit song “Straight Outta Compton” and

the iconic album of the same name.

Wright also enjoyed a productive solo career. However, one of his biggest hits as a music artist, “Boyzn-the-Hood was placed on the “N.W.A. and the Posse” album. Wright passed away in 1995.

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Covid-19 workplace numbers on the rise in L.A. County

With worksite outbreaks on the rise, the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health (Public Health) reminds employers to review measures aimed at limiting COVID-19 transmission in the workplace and the preventable disruptions that may result from them.

IN Los Angeles County, during the 30-day period ending Sept. 1, Public Health opened 73 new COVID-19 outbreak investigations, nearly three times the number of outbreak investigations opened during the prior 30-day period.

During the most recent 30-day period ending Sept. 1, Public Health received 154 cluster reports from worksites. Worksites are required to report clusters of three or more possibly connected COVID-19 cases over a 7-day period to Public Health within 24 hours of becoming aware of the situation. If upon investigation, the cluster meets the criteria for a

worksite outbreak, meaning there is confirmed transmission at a site, a Public Health case manager will be assigned to help guide the worksite response.

Businesses can report possible COVID-19 clusters to Public Health online. For answers to questions about what and when to report, email communityoutbreak@ph.lacounty.gov or call 1-888-3973993.

The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health (Cal/OSHA) guidelines note that employers should have procedures in place for seeking information from employees related to COVID-19

cases and close contacts in the workplace, including collecting and keeping confidential records of all COVID-19 cases. Once a COVID-19 case is identified, the person who tests positive will need to isolate and not return to work for a minimum of five days. Employees may return to the workplace on the sixth day after testing positive if they have been fever-free for at least 24 hours without the use of fever-reducing medication and their symptoms are mild or improving. For those employees who meet the criteria to end isolation and return to work on day six, Cal/OSHA requires masking through day 10 at workplaces.

Employers should inform all close contacts of their exposure within one business day of the case identification in a manner that does not reveal personal information related to the case.

Exposed workers should wear a high-quality, well-fitted mask around others for 10 days, which the employer is required to supply. Anyone exposed should test 3-5 days after their last close contact with the COVID-positive individual. Per Cal/OSHA, employers must offer testing at no cost to employees who have had a workplace exposure during paid time.

Following a set of best practices can help reduce the chance of transmission and related disruptions in the workplace. This includes encouraging employees to stay up to date on their vaccines. This fall, employers should consider giving time off for workers to get the updated COVID-19 vaccine or they can host a vaccination event at their worksite.

Additionally, employers should actively encourage and provide support for employees to remain home when sick and to follow mask rules outlined

by Cal/OSHA and recommended by Public Health. Employers are also responsible for providing adequate resources for handwashing and regular cleaning of surfaces. Increasing ventilation can significantly help to reduce COVID-19 transmission. Detailed information, and resources including workplace signage, can be found at ph.lacounty.gov/ COVIDBusiness.

Reported outbreaks in other sectors have also increased this past week including a 43 percent increase at schools with 33 newly opened school outbreaks this week, up from 23 the prior week. This reflects the continued higher rate of spread of COVID-19, and means that sensible protections, such as remaining home when sick, frequent handwashing, testing when exposed or ill, and wearing a well-fitting mask where required or appropriate, are appropriate steps everyone can take.

To access free telehealth services for treatment for those testing positive for COVID, contact the Public Health Call Center, seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., at 1-833540-0473.

Red Cross facing a national blood shortage

DONORS NEEDED NOW AS HOSPITAL DEMAND OUTPACES BLOOD DONATIONS

The American Red Cross is experiencing a national blood shortage. Fewer donors than needed gave this summer, drawing down the national blood supply and reducing distributions of some of the most needed blood types to hospitals. Hurricane Idalia further strained the blood supply with blood drive cancellations and reduced blood and platelet donations in affected areas.

Donors of all blood types are urgently needed, and there is an emergency need for platelet donors and type O blood donors to make an appointment to give now to ensure patients across the country continue to receive critical medical care.

When Idalia slammed into the Southeast – leading to widespread power outages, travel hazards and flooding –the storm also forced the cancellation of over a dozen blood drives and caused hundreds of blood and platelet donations to go uncollected. This compounded a shortfall of about 30,000 donations in August. Right now, blood product distributions to hospitals are outpacing the number of blood donations coming in.

The Red Cross needs blood and platelet donors now. Schedule an appointment to give by downloading the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1800-733-2767).

In thanks for helping rebuild the blood supply, all who come to give Sept. 1-18 will receive a limited-edition Red Cross T-shirt, while supplies last. Those who come to give throughout September will also receive a coupon for a free haircut by email, thanks

to Sport Clips Haircuts. Plus, they’ll be automatically entered for a chance to win a VIP NASCAR racing experience. Details are available at RedCrossBlood.org/RaceToGive.

September is Sickle Cell Awareness Month

One in 3 African American blood donors is a match for people with sickle cell disease. To help ensure patients have the blood products they need, the Red Cross launched the Sickle Cell Initiative in 2021 to grow the number of blood donors who are Black and improve health outcomes for patients. Together longtime and first-time blood donors are helping patients with sickle cell manage their symptoms and showing support for

their community.

Joined by Blood is the initiative’s focus during Sickle Cell Awareness Month in September and continues through October. This year, the Red Cross is proud to partner with organizations focused on mentorship, including 100 Black Men of America, Inc.; Kier’s Hope Foundation, Inc.; historically Black colleges and universities and member organizations of the National Pan-Hellenic Council; as well as the Black Radio Hall of Fame and others, who are all showing up for patients with sickle cell by hosting blood drives. To learn more, visit RedCrossBlood. org/OurBlood.

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Entrepreneur Educational Center recognizes 2023 graduates

BLACK AND BROWN BUSINESS OWNERS AND SCUBA DIVERS CELEBRATED AT COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY

By Marie Y. Lemelle

The entrepreneurial landscape is evolving, breaking barriers, and diversifying in ways that were once considered unlikely. In 2019, a study reported 582 million entrepreneurs worldwide; however, the number has soared since then.

IN a recent milestone, the Entrepreneur Educational Center, Inc. (EECI), a trailblazing nonprofit organization spearheaded by Executive Director Barbara J. Stanton, celebrated the Class of 2023 of business entrepreneurs and certificated scuba divers.

Based in Los Angeles, EECI stands as a pioneer

among 501(c)3 nonprofits, shaping the destinies of aspiring entrepreneurs. This year's cohort, a group of determined Black and Brown individuals, has undergone rigorous training and emerged as certified scuba divers alongside their entrepreneurial journeys.

The graduates are on the way to making a lasting impact not only on their local communities but also on the

broader expanse of Los Angeles County.

The commencement ceremony for the Class of 2023 unfolded with grace on Aug. 27, at the L'Cheriyve Studio, located in Gardena. The evening featured a special performance by renowned R&B artist and entrepreneur, Michel'le.

The audience were entertained by the enchanting

melodies of multi-talented Harpist Maia, while Del Atkins and The LYFE Band and DJ Hippie kept the energy electrifying throughout the event. Michel'le, a recipient of the Legendary Songstress Award at The Females of Hip Hop Awards in 2011, added a touch of glamour to the occasion.

The commencement ceremony attendees included

special guests Compton District 3 Councilman Jonathan Bowers, former U.S. Congresswoman Diane E. Watson, Los Angeles City Councilman Curren Price and Del Richardson-Price, his wife.

"To be an entrepreneur takes more than having a desire to accomplish goals in life. It takes willpower, strength, and courage. You students

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This Fall, Older Adults Should Protect Their Health

(StatePoint) With cold and flu season upon us, it’s time to protect yourself, not only from those seasonal threats, but also from other health risks.

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DURING the holidays, our lives get very busy with family and friends,” said Dr. J.B. Sobel, chief medical officer for Cigna Healthcare’s Medicare business. “Before then, please take time to ensure you get the preventive care you need to stay healthy.”

Preventive care is critical for everybody, but particularly for older adults, and especially in fall when risks can increase, Sobel said. Recommendations vary based on age, gender and health status, but the following are some of the most common for seniors, according to Sobel.

VACCINATIONS

There are a number of vaccines older adults need to consider to protect themselves. Flu and pneumonia, for example, are among some of the most common causes of senior deaths. There is no “onesize-fits-all” approach to vaccination. Timing and frequency vary, depending on your health history. Ask your health care provider which vaccines are appropriate for you.

• Flu. This vaccine is administered annually, generally before the end of October, and is designed to match the latest circulating flu strains.

• Pneumonia. Administration varies based on health history. If you’re 65 or older and you’ve never had the vaccine before, then you’ll likely need two shots, which are administered a year apart.

• Shingles. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends two doses of the shingles vaccine for healthy adults aged 50 and older, spaced two to six months apart, to prevent shingles and related complications.

• COVID-19. Ask your doctors about current recommendations for prevention of COVID-19 infections.

• RSV. Earlier this year, the Federal Drug Administration approved two separate vaccines to address respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in older adults. RSV, a common respiratory infection, usually causes mild, cold-like symptoms, but can be more severe in older adults and children. Talk to your doctor about whether you should get an RSV vaccine.

Health Screenings

The following health screenings are commonly recommended for older adults.

• Mammogram. Breast cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death in women in the United States, according to the CDC. Every woman is at risk, and risk increases with age. Fortunately, breast cancer can often be treated successfully when found early. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force (USPSTF) recommends women 50 to

74-years-old at average risk get a mammogram every two years.

• Colorectal screening. Colorectal cancer risk increases with age. Screenings can find precancerous polyps early, so they can be removed before they turn into cancer. The USPSTF recommends colorectal cancer screening for adults age 45 to 75. Though colonoscopy is the most comprehensive test, there are other options you may consider with the help of your provider.

• Bone density scan. USPSTF recommends women aged 65 and older, and women 60 and older at increased risk, be routinely screened for osteoporosis, a disease in which bones become weak and brittle. Screening may facilitate treatment that helps prevent fractures.

• Eye exam. Routine eye exams can identify early signs of eye disease that are more likely as people age. People with diabetes in particular are prone to retinopathy, which leads to vision loss. It’s recommended that people with diabetes have annual retinal screenings.

• Mental health checkup. Many people experience seasonal depression during fall. Mental health is strongly linked to physical health. Talk to your health care provider about both, including your n This Fall, see page 8

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Built By Compton: Emily Orozco Helps Compton HS Construction

Meet Emily Orozco, the Compton High School 2021 Valedictorian. She now attends UCLA and is majoring in mechanical engineering. To help gain valuable experience in the engineering field, Emily worked as an intern for construction company Swinerton, helping to build the new Compton High School.

AS part of the job, she was tasked with helping project engineers with submittals and requests for information. She would review documents that the contractors would send in to ensure they were in accordance with the plans.

Emily grew up in Compton and still lives in

the city today. She’s excited to see the new Compton High School being built, because she has family members who will be attending it when it opens in 2025.

Emily talked more about growing up in Compton, being one of the last classes graduating from the old Compton High School, and what the new school means to her.

What were some of the activities you participated in while at Compton High School?

“During my time at Compton High School, I was involved in a variety of different activities. I was a student board member and it was a really interesting leadership opportunity.”

“Additionally, some of the other activities were part of the Compton community. I did a lot of volunteering

throughout my time in high school. My mom works at Mayo Elementary School, so sometimes I'd go with her after school and tutor some of the kids.”

“I was part of an internship opportunity called Color Compton. I got to learn a lot about different art mediums and art skills.”

What was your internship

regarding the construction of the new Compton High School and what did you do?

“It was really impactful for me during my time at Swinerton, working with the general contractor. I was a Project Engineering Intern and I was involved in the construction in the sense that I helped some of the other project engineers with

submittals and requests for information.”

“I would look over some of the documents that the contractors would send in to ensure that they were in accordance with the plans that the architects sent in.”

“The internship was related to what I'm studying now in college and what I want to do in the future, because it taught me a lot about reading technical drawings. As a mechanical engineering major, a lot of what I'll be doing is looking at designs, creating drawings, and eventually sending this for manufacturing.”

What do you think of the current state of the construction of the new Compton High School?

“It's very exciting to see the progress actually come to life. When I was working

After the three driest years on record, the storms of 2023 brought welcomed moisture to the region. Through our partnership with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, we have captured around 57 billion gallons (176,000 acre-feet) of stormwater. That is a year’s worth of water for about 350,000 families of four! This stormwater is diverted from the San Gabriel and Rio Hondo Rivers into the Montebello Forebay spreading grounds. The spreading grounds are large ponds that allow water to soak into the ground, where it can be stored for future use.

Record setting rainfall resulted in triple the yearly average of stormwater capture for the WRD service area!

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COMPTON BULLETIN WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023 WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT

IT'S A GREAT YEAR FOR REPLENISHMENT! RECORD AMOUNTS OF STORMWATER CAPTURED IN THE REGION BOARD OF DIRECTORS Joy Langford Division 1 Robert Katherman Division 2 John D. S. Allen Division 3 Sergio Calderon Division 4 Vera Robles DeWitt Division 5 Stephan Tucker General Manager @WRDsocal www.WRD.org 4040 Paramount Blvd. Lakewood, CA 90712

Aerial view of the San Gabriel Spreading Grounds in Pico Rivera, CA

60 50 40 30 20 10 0 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 1965 1975 1985 1995 2005 2015 2023 2023 was a historic year for stormwater capture! Exceptionally dry year Billion gallons per year Annual Capture Average Annual Capture Scan the QR code to learn more about WRD and the record stormwater capture. WWW.WRD.ORG/ STORMWATER

What’s so Bad about a Knucklehead?

Dr. James L. Snyder

As I got older, the least little thing brought back memories from a lifetime ago. From some of the memories, I must have had an incredible boyhood. Too bad I can't live it again. I might improve those memories. Who knows.

I learned quite a lot about being a knucklehead when I was young, which has enabled me to have more fun than I did then. I don't think being a knucklehead is that bad. There are some good aspects to it.

Most politicians today do not rise to the level of being a knucklehead. And I'm unanimous in this. A knucklehead would sure be an improvement.

cious Mistress of the Parsonage saw all those thespian skills in me that my parents did.

I was out for lunch the other day, and looking at my menu, I couldn't think of what I wanted. Everything looked great, but I wasn't hungry and needed to decide what to order.

The waitress asked if she could help me and what she could get me for lunch. I just stared at her.

I'm awake."

At the time, she didn't know if I was joking or falling off my rocker.

It seemed like I was getting away with it for a while, and then The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage came. She asked if I could go with her to the shopping mall.

wouldn't be able to handle this.

One time, I asked her what a knucklehead was. She stared at me as usual and said, "Go into the bathroom and look in the mirror."

By Marian Wright Edelman, Founder and President Ermita, Children’s Defense Fund

My dear friend Rev. Dr. Shannon Daley-Harris recently preached a sermon at Princeton University Chapel titled “Draw the Circle Wide.”

She opened by sharing memories from time she spent living and working in Belfast in the late 1980s, as the Troubles between Protestant Unionists and loyalists and Catholic Republicans and nationalists had segmented Northern Ireland’s capital city by the Peace Wall, “a lovely name for a hideous structure: concrete blocks, bricks, steel, barbed wire, a physical representation and enforcement of a divided community.”

She described life by that dividing line. “Armed soldiers in Kevlar vests and armored vehicles patrolled both sides, representatives of the ruling Protestant Unionists. When patrolling the Catholic Republican side of the wall, disenfranchised young men from that side of the community would hurl petrol bombs . . . I taught at a school on the Catholic side of the Wall up the Falls Road. Seared into my memory is the image of a small child leaving the school and approaching a fa-

I don't remember what I was doing the other day because my day was all over the place, and nothing seemed to work. I was about to retire for the day and call it quits when The Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage approached and said, "Are you acting like your mama's knucklehead?"

I am surprised The Gra-

Looking at me in confusion, she asked, "Is everything all right? Is there anything I can do to help?"

"No," I said, looking back at my menu, "I'm just having a knucklehead spasm."

"I don't know what that is. Do you have them often?"

Looking back at her with a smile, I replied, "Only when

I responded, "I can't right now because I'm acting like a knucklehead and I need the time."

Then she sparked, "I don't think you are acting right now." That's all she said. Believe me, I wasn't sure how to take that.

She says I'm acting like a knucklehead at one time, and then the next time, she tells me I'm not acting. Oh boy. If I wasn't a knucklehead, I really

Draw the Circle Wide

As I thought about this, a Bible verse came to mind. Provers 3:5-7, "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths. Be not wise in thine own eyes: fear the Lord, and depart from evil."

When I try to solve my problems my way, it never works out. Sooner or later, it falls apart. Learning to trust God in all things is the way to victory in all things.

Dr. James L. Snyder lives in Ocala, FL with the Gracious Mistress of the Parsonage. Telephone 1-352-216-3025, e-mail jamessnyder51@gmail. com, website www.jamessnyderministries.com.

viding lines of political party and religious faith? I wonder, what lines do you think they would see?”

Rev. Daley-Harris’s message that morning was that we are all called to do the work of dismantling our divisions and instead to see each other and every child as beloved, precious children of God. Instead of drawing lines, we are called to draw wider circles.

tigue-clad soldier, crouched by the Wall a few yards away. He was clutching his weapon. She was clutching a crayon drawing, and held it out, wanting to show him what she drew. He looked at it, offered admiring words—he must have been someone’s dad or uncle—and then as the small child climbed aboard the school van, he turned to his fellow soldier and said, gesturing at the whole situation, ‘I can’t bloody stand this.’”

Rev. Daley-Harris explained that as an American visitor, she had unusual freedom to cross the city and an outsider’s sense of perspective: “Several days a week I would take an IRA-run Black Taxi to travel up the Falls Road

to tutor unemployed Catholic adults, and work in an after-school program.

Other days I would take a city bus–what the Protestants used—to tutor young men who had been incarcerated for Protestant paramilitary offenses. As someone who came into Belfast as an outsider, with abstract knowledge but no lived experience of either side of the community and their history and hurts, present and pain, future and fears, it was in some ways easier to see the tragedy—and in a sense absurdity—of all the invisible lines as well as those that were visible.

Children who would never meet and play and learn together. Adults who read

different newspapers, took different transportation, frequented different pubs, even played different instruments. Couples who faced threats for marrying across the lines. Lines that created and maintained suspicions, stereotypes, fears, and hatred.” She then had a question: “I wonder, what tragic and even absurd invisible lines and walls do you think someone coming from the outside to the U.S. would see?”

“Do you think they’d see dividing lines of race and ethnicity, dividing lines of income and education, dividing lines of gender identity and geography, dividing lines of sexuality and social media and news sources, and, yes, di-

She added: “When we know that truth, really know that truth, I wonder how we will find ourselves called to recreate this world, to challenge systems and structures, stereotypes and segregation, politics and policies that deny the humanity and beloved preciousness of anyone. Will we live it out as we support and protect trans children seeking gender affirming care and stand against book banning and for AP courses that tell the truth of our history? Will it change how we act with and for immigrant families held back by lines of buoys in Texas or offloaded by buses in New York?

Will that truth call us to advocate for the millions of children pushed back under the poverty line when the expanded child tax credit expired?” Drawing wider circles that welcome others in is a mandate and responsibility that will make us richer.

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Caleb Williams, USC uses one half to dominate Stanford

By Dennis J. Freeman LOS ANGELES

(News4usonline) – For the third week in a row, the USC Trojans defeated their opponent by the no-contest rule. This week’s opponent was Stanford, a Pac-12 Conference staple and always a thorn in the side of the Trojans.

IT played out to be a different story for the Cardinal this time around. This was not a far matchup. The Trojans rolled out 21 first quarter points. USC then used the second quarter to drop an avalanche of points on the Cardinal.

With quarterback Caleb Williams doing just about whatever he wanted to do, USC scored 28 more points in the second period to walk into their halftime locker room with a 49-3 lead. The Trojans let up considerably in the second half to come away with an easy 56-10 win at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Sept. 9.

“We’re just kind of running our offense,” USC head coach Lincoln Riley said. “We’ve got some skill guys out there that we think are good players. And we’re trying to be efficient. We were able to get the run game going. I thought the O-line really controlled the game in the first half and that was the key. And I could say the same thing about the defensive line. We really won the game on the heels of how well we played on both fronts.”

Williams, who has thrown for 12 touchdowns through the first games of the season, produced another efficient, don’t-lose-the-Heisman performance. College football’s Heisman Trophy winner for his play last season, Williams completed 19 of 22 passes for 281 yards and three touchdowns against Stanford. Williams put up those numbers in just one half of action.

“I prepare each week for each team the same,” Williams said. “I prepare to play four quarters plus, for whatever goes on within games. It’s hard to win football games. Sometimes it looks easy, but it is hard. You go through weeks and summers and springs of training and things like that just to get to this point. So, you treat everything the same. You treat everyone the same. I’m not pacing myself at all. I’m going out there trying to kill.

It’s what we’re trying to do.”

This was not a football game. It was a walkover contest. Stanford had no business being on the same field as USC. Stanford ran one more play than USC, yet the Cardinal didn’t score their lone touchdown until final quarter.

USC has now scored 50 points or more in its first three games of the season, the first time that’s happened in the school history. One of the staples of the Trojans since Riley took over the head coaching reins last is piling up the yardage. USC gained 573 yards against Stanford. The number of yards gained Stanford marks the 12th time out of the 17 contests under Riley that the Trojans have racked up 500 yards or more.

Stanford head coach Troy Taylor talked admirably about his team being caught up in the Trojans’ scoring onslaught.

“We played an incredible football team,” said Taylor. “They’re very well coached, have great talent, just

that. We didn’t get off to a great start, but our guys did compete in the second half, and I was proud of that.”

Fueling the rout was USC’s defense, which came up with several forced turnovers during the night game.

“When everybody does their job it’s an elite defense,” USC safety Max Williams said. “Everybody does their job, everybody communicates. Guys are in the right position. D-line did a great job. The front seven did an amazing job. I want to shout out the D-line, because when they get pressure like they’ve been doing it makes our job in the secondary a lot easier.”

an impressive team. Obviously, we didn’t play as well as we would have liked, but we have to give them creditthey played a huge part of

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they love and do might be used to tell an even bigger story.

“Baseball is such a wonderful gift that I've been fortunate enough to get to play for a long time now,” said Kershaw. “And with that you have such a great platform to be able to impact a lot of different people. That's what the book is about it's about - whatever you're passionate about, whatever you love to do - making it a lit-

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HOW TO DONATE BLOOD

To make an appointment, simply download the American Red Cross Blood Donor App, visit RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) or enable the Blood Donor Skill on any Alexa Echo device to make an appointment or for more information. A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in. Individuals who are 17 years of age in most states (16 with parental consent where allowed by state law), weigh at least 110 pounds and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood. High school students and other donors 18 years of age and younger also have to meet certain height and weight requirements.

AMPLIFY YOUR IMPACT − VOLUNTEER

A stable blood and platelet supply is critical to national preparedness. Additionally, as we are in the beginning of what is expected to be another active hurricane season, the Red Cross urges everyone to get ready now and consider becoming a volunteer to help people affected by the growing number of climate-driven disasters.

Support impacted communities by assisting at Red Cross shelters, using your professional skills as a licensed health care provider or becoming a member of the Red Cross Disaster Action Team. To learn more, visit redcross.org/volunteertoday.

tle bit bigger than just about you.”

After reading the book, Clayton answered questions for a few minutes and thanked the kids for listening. Every student left with a copy of the book, shirt, hat, and tickets to a Dodgers game.

Kershaw enjoyed interacting with the Emerson students. “We had a great time. It was a lot of fun to hear the kiddos talk about what they love to do. They're awesome. It's just so much

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have displayed that and will inspire others to do so. God bless you all in your journey going forward," applauded Michel'le.

Stanton expressed her enthusiasm for the diverse range of businesses taking root in the community, spanning from transitional homes and catering/restaurant services to transportation and life-saving emergency services, as well as innovative youth programs. She emphasized, "Our divers are trained to collaborate on search, rescue, recovery, and various ocean-related projects."

EECI's mission goes beyond statistics; it's about transforming the narrative around entrepreneurship. In a landscape where 84.7% of entrepreneurs in the United States are white, 4.1% are Hispanic, and a mere 4% are Black, she aims to empower the Black and Brown community to secure their rightful place in the business world.

The statistics reveal that Black women own only 2.5% of small businesses.

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fun to get to interact with them.”

LA Reads is a joint literacy program designed to motivate youth to build a lifelong love of reading, with engaging programs and educational resources throughout the year that support literacy and make reading fun for everyone.

“We recognize that education is such an important space and topic today and we want to support our youth,” said Manny Aceves, Chief

Program Officer, Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation. “Today is the kind of day that makes education special. The kids were so excited when Clayton and his family walked in, and the joy of learning and reading was part of today.” LA Reads recently surpassed five-million minutes “read” since its launch, has distributed nearly 20,000 books, and LADF has granted more than $1.4 million to literacy-focused organizations over the last 10 years.

With the average age of entrepreneurs in 2023 being 42, the graduates of EECI's Miracle's Entrepreneur Program and Scuba Diving Program, aged 30 to 60, represent a diverse demographic from Los Angeles County's Second District.

Gerald Durant, a LA City Fire Department Dive Master of Recovery, leads the diving program, held at a nearby city pool. This groundbreaking endeavor offers Black and Brown individuals a chance to excel in scuba diving, with a special emphasis on opportunities within the Port of Los Angeles. The initiative garners additional support from AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles.

In a partnership with AltaSea, EECI's Genesis Diving Program symbolizes a revolutionary step toward equity and inclusion. Del Atkins, echoing the sentiment, highlighted that this partnership creates a pathway for community members of all ages to connect with the ocean, embrace advancements in ocean science, and embark on lucrative careers.

EECI stands as a guiding light for new entrepreneurs from diverse backgrounds. Through comprehensive training, resources, and mentorship, EECI empowers these individuals to harness their potential and ignite positive change. The entrepreneurial and diving training programs are free to the local community.

As the entrepreneurial landscape continues to evolve, EECI's Class of 2023 serves as a testament to the potential of determined individuals to reshape industries, transcend limitations, and inspire future generations. With a spirit of innovation, collaboration, and equity, these graduates are primed to leave an indelible mark on Los Angeles and beyond.

For more information about EECI and their programs, please contact EECI at eeci2017@aol.com or call (323) 757-7506.

Marie Y. Lemelle, MBA, is the global media director and owner of Platinum Star Public Relations and Platinum Star Media Group. You can find her on Instagram @platinumstarpr

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continued from page 5 personal and family history. They can connect you with additional mental health resources.

To prevent unpleasant surprises, Sobel suggests talking with your health care provider, pharmacist or insurer about preventive care costs. Fortunately, costs are often covered fully by Medicare or Medicare Advantage, he said.

The information contained in this article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition or treatment and before undertaking a new health care regimen.

here, there was a lot of excavation and digging. It was hard for me to envision what was going to happen next.”

“Now it’s interesting to see just how the H building, as we called it on the drawings, is actually a physical building that you can look at.”

“It's very exciting to see just how fast all this progress is occurring. It’s interesting to see just how many additions are being built and just how much it's changing.”

As a graduate of the old school, what do you think about the new building?

“As the last graduating class to see the old building, it's really exciting to know what it used to be,

but also to know the opportunities that will be there now. As someone who has a lot of cousins who are much younger than me, I'm very excited to let them know that Compton High School will be up and new again very soon and that they should attend here because it's a really good school.”

“I think it's also important to remember that even though a school’s architecture might change, the soul is never going to leave. It’s always going to remain here and I'll always feel like I'm a part of it, even if I didn't get to go to this specific campus.”

The New Compton High School represents the first new high school facility to be built in

almost a decade in the greater Los Angeles area. The soon-to-be built facility will replace the old Compton High School, which was more than 100 years old.

The construction project, supported by construction partners Design Firm DLR Group, building project management consulting firm Cumming, construction firm Swinerton, and a host of others, including building trades and small businesses. The district’s “Built by Compton” Initiative has been working to open doors to opportunity on the project and in the trades for local workers and small businesses. Measure S, which is funding the construction, was passed by Compton voters in 2015.

8 NEWS

COMPTON BULLETIN WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

ESTATE OF: ELNORA COX CASE NO. 23STPB08270

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of ELNORA COX.

AN AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by CAROLE COX in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE AMENDED PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that CAROLE COX be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE AMENDED 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: 09/20/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 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 DE154) 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 PAUL R. HAMMONS, ESQ. - SBN

210773, LAW OFFICES OF PAUL R. HAMMONS

8616 LA TIJERA BLVD., SUITE 505

LOS ANGELES CA 90045, Telephone (310) 348-4900

8/30, 9/6, 9/13/23

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SchId:91156 AdId:30627 CustId:61

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: FLOR IVETH MONTERROSA CASE NO. 23STPB07045

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of FLOR IVETH MONTERROSA.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JONATHAN AHUMADA in the

Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JONATHAN AHUMADA 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: 09/20/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 29 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 DE154) 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 ATTORNEY AT LAW 6723 WASHINGTON AVENUE WHITTIER CA 90601-4309 Telephone (323) 564-4444

8/30, 9/6, 9/13/23

CNS-3733861# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

SchId:91197 AdId:30640 CustId:61

T.S. No. 112957-CA APN: 6185-008026 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 5/10/2019. 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 10/10/2023 at 10:30 AM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 5/16/2019 as Instrument No. 20190448529 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, State of CALIFORNIA

executed by: ROBERT L SMITH, SURVIVING SPOUSE OF MURRAY LEE SMITH, DECEASED WILL SELL

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 ACCURATELY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 14538 S ATLANTIC AVE, COMPTON, CA 90221 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: $278,174.74 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 112957-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 112957-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) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 8880 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 725 San Diego, California 92108

SchId:91200 AdId:30642 CustId:670

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: BETTY MATHIS CASE NO. 23STPB09416

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of BETTY MATHIS.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ROBERT MATHIS, III in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ROBERT MATHIS, III 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: 11/07/23 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 DE154) 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

MARK E. LEWIS - SBN 162786, LAW OFFICES OF MARK E. LEWIS & ASSOC. 17011 BEACH BLVD., STE. 150 HUNTINGTON BEACH CA 92647, Telephone (714) 847-8586 9/6, 9/13, 9/20/23

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SchId:91210 AdId:30646 CustId:61

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: NORA RAPHAEL JR. CASE NO. 23STPB09429

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of NORA RAPHAEL JR.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by YOLANDA RAPHAEL in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that YOLANDA RAPHAEL be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests the decedent's WILL and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The WILL and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held in this court as follows: 09/29/23 at 8:30AM in Dept. 67 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 DE154) 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

9 LEGAL NOTICES

OF

NOTICE

AMENDED PETITION TO ADMINISTER

PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL

AT

COMPTON BULLETIN WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Notice form is available from the court clerk.

Attorney for Petitioner

WILFRED I. AKA - SBN 263973, LAW OFFICES OF WILFRED I. AKA, A PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION

7019 6TH AVENUE

LOS ANGELES CA 90043-5121, Telephone (323) 854-4444

9/6, 9/13, 9/20/23

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SchId:91242 AdId:30659 CustId:61

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF JOYCE JANICE HEIDELBERG

Case No. 23STPB07531

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of JOYCE JANICE HEIDELBERG.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by JOI JONES COFFEE in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that JOI JONES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

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

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 10/3/2023 at 8:30am in Department 2D located at 111 North Hill Street. 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 DE154) 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.

LAW OFFICES OF ROBERT S. WALDO

Robert S. Waldo, Esq. (SBN 39922)

P.O. BOX 715

CAMARILLO CA 93011

Phone: 805-482-8866

SchId:91245 AdId:30660 CustId:771

aka STEVEN

aka STEVEN BRADLEY

ALLEN BRADLEY

Case No. 23STPB09375

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of STEVIE BRADLEY aka STEVEN BRADLEY aka STEVEN

ALLEN BRADLEY

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Danny Bradley in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Danny Bradley be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on Sept. 28, 2023 at 8:30 AM in Dept. No. 67 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 DE154) 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: STACI TOJI ESQ

SBN 299385

TOJI LAW APC

3655 TORRANCE BLVD

STE 300

TORRANCE CA 90503

CN999742 BRADLEY Sep 6,13,20, 2023

SchId:91248 AdId:30661 CustId:65

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER THE ESTATE OF RODRICK R. PLEASANT Case No. 23STPB08040

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of RODRICK R. PLEASANT.

geles. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Petra Pleasant be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 10/23/2023 at 8:30 am in Department 2D located at 111 North Hill Street. 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 DE154) 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.

TEDDIE J. RANDALL, ESQ (SBN: 91433)

Law Office of Randall & Associates 1306 North La Brea Avenue Inglewood CA 90302 Phone: (213) 384-0470

SchId:91251 AdId:30662 CustId:2386

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: SARAH RUTH RICHARDSON KING CASE NO. 22STPB09873

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the WILL or estate, or both of SARAH RUTH RICHARDSON KING.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ALICE STOCKHAUSEN in the Superior Court of California, County of LOS ANGELES.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that BERNARD C. WESSON, A PROFESSIONAL THIRD PARTY FIDUCIARY ADMINISTRATOR 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 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 ob-

jection 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: 09/28/23 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 DE154) 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

LYNDA SHERIDAN, ESQ. CFLS - SBN 175115, LAW OFFICES OF LYNDA SHERIDAN 280 SOUTH BEVERLY DRIVE, SUITE 302 BEVERLY HILLS CA 90212, Telephone (310) 286-7211

9/6, 9/13, 9/20/23

CNS-3735599# THE COMPTON BULLETIN

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NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BARBARA JEAN

BUTLER

Case No. 23STPB08594

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ANDRA LEE BUTLER, SR.

A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by ERIC D. BUTLER in the Superior Court of California, County of Los Angeles.

THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that ERIC D. BUTLER be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority.

A HEARING on the petition will be held on 10/13/2023 at 8:30am in Department 5 located at 111 North Hill Street. 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 contin-

gent 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 DE154) 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.

ERIC D. BUTLER

P.O. BOX 4002 COMPTON, CA 90224

SchId:91263 AdId:30666 CustId:517

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF ANDRA LEE BUTLER SR.

Case No. 23STPB08594

To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of ANDRA LEE BUTLER SR.