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JANUARY 19 -25, 2024 | VOLUME 17, ISSUE 3

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SC’s Schilling Wins World Junior Championships SURF/ PAGE 18

Whale-Watching Frenzy Rare Orca Sightings Near Dana Point E Y E O N D P / PA G E 3

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Riders aboard Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari witness a pod of Eastern Tropical Pacific orcas near Dana Point.

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Kathrine Dana Shaw, Descendant of DP Namesake, Dies at 102

City Seeks Funding for Trolley System

Haugh Scores 40 in DHHS Hoops’ 10th Straight Win

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Rare Orca Sightings off South OC Coast Create Whale-Watching Frenzy

BY KEVIN CAPAROSO

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requent sightings of Eastern Tropical Pacific orcas have been reported by whale watchers near Dana Point.

Boats from Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari spotted a pod of three to nine ETP orcas on Tuesday, Jan. 9.

Captain Dave Anderson said their boat, Manute’a, was the first to see the orcas that day.

“So we posted it on Instagram,” Anderson said. “Then we had a lot of people wanting to go, and our boats were getting full.”

Anderson was not scheduled to work on Jan. 9, but he was needed after someone requested a private charter to see the pod of killer whales.

“When we got there, they had just fed on a dolphin,” he said.

Anderson said Dana Point has the greatest density of dolphins and regularly sees pods of 2,000.

“We’ve seen them [ETP orcas] numerous times now, and they’ve been known

to kill dolphins in this area,” he said.

Anderson said they first saw orcas on Dec. 17 and had repeated sightings since then. The creatures have been spotted at Newport Beach, Laguna Beach, Dana Point, San Diego and the Palos Verdes Peninsula.

ETP orcas are usually found near Mexico and Central America and have made previous appearances at Dana Point, but Anderson said he has never seen them this often before. According to published reports, this is the first time they have been seen off the Orange County coast since 2019.

“Whale watching keeps getting better and better in this area,” he said. “It’s very exciting to do whale watching here; a lot of people don’t realize that.”

According to an email from Donna Kalez of Dana Wharf Sportfishing & Whale Watching, passengers on Dana Wharf Whale Watching’s Lot’ A Fun sighted orcas on Jan. 4.

Kalez said they found the pod of

Riders aboard Captain Dave’s Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari witness a pod of Eastern Tropical Pacific orcas near Dana Point. Photo: Courtesy of Caitlyn Nieblas

killer whales over 10 miles southwest of Dana Point Harbor and watched them slowly travel south.

The private charter followed the pod until sunset.

“After dark, we saw a little bioluminescence on our return and had a coastal bottlenose dolphin escort us into the Dana Point Harbor,” she said.

Ocean Institute’s Renovated Ship Takes First Sail

BY KEVIN CAPAROSO

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fter two months of securing funds for renovation, Ocean Institute debuted its newly painted ship with a Whale and Marine Life Tour on Monday, Jan. 15.

About 35 passengers boarded research vessel Sea Explorer on Monday as it embarked on its first oceanic tour with the new paint job.

“The water was stunning, and we saw dolphins, mola molas and a gray whale,” said Chloe Tyler, an Ocean Institute floating lab specialist.“The group on board was buzzing with excitement.”

The vessel had not been touched up in about 20 years and showed signs of paint chipping, which posed a risk to the ship’s structural integrity when facing the elements, said Ocean Institute marketing coordinator Isabela Farinella.

In November, the Ocean Institute launched “Fortify the Sea Explorer for the Future,’’ a fund-raising campaign for the ship’s renovation to ensure it would continue to pass United States Coast Guard inspections.

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Ocean Institute’s research vessel, Sea Explorer, sets sail for the first time with its new paint job on Monday, Jan. 15. Photo: Courtesy of Isabela Farinella

appreciative we are of our community,” said Farinella.“This was an effort that we could not have done with our supporters and our community.”

Ocean Institute’s 65-foot vessel hosts many of its educational programs, which includes the Whale and Marine Life Tour.

The ship is rigged with underwater cameras, an acoustic hydrophone, video microscopes and a viewing aquarium.

Programs on the ship were put on hold for two weeks while it was repainted in Long Beach, and Monday marked its first day in commission.

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“She (Sea Explorer) was welcomed back with open arms and we had a really exciting day on the water,” said Farinella.

After the maiden voyage, Sea Explorer headed back to Long Beach for some more touch-up paint on the hull. The ship is set to return on Feb. 8. danapointtimes.com

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Dana Point Seeks Funding for Trolley System, Wants to Add Another Trolley to Fleet

BY KEVIN CAPAROSO

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n an effort to support the Dana Point Trolley Program, the City Council approved a proposal to request additional funding from the Orange County Transportation Authority (OCTA) on Tuesday, Jan. 16, during a regularly scheduled meeting.

According to a press release, Dana Point is looking to extend the longterm maintenance of the trolley system and wants to add another vehicle to the fleet. There are also plans to improve rider amenities, including the playing of a Dana Point highlight reel on trolley screens during special events.

“It is a privilege to operate this trolley program for the city and to see so many happy local residents and visitors using this great service,” City

Director of Public Works Matthew Sinacori said in a press release. “We look forward to continuing to work with all parties to bring these trolleys to the city annually for decades to come.”

The OCTA Project V program assists local communities to develop transit services that include the trolley system, which Dana Point has benefited from since 2014.

According to a city staff report, OCTA opened the Project V 2024 Call for Projects application on Dec. 5 and is looking to fund previously selected projects that were successful. Now that the proposal has been approved, the city intends to submit its request by the Jan. 25 application deadline.

The Dana Point Trolley is a free transportation system that services the community during the summer.

Photo: Courtesy of Jessica Spaulding

Oldest Living Relative of Dana Point’s Namesake Dies at 102

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athrine Dana Shaw, descendant of Dana Point’s namesake, author Richard Henry Dana, Jr., died on Jan. 8 at the age of 102.

Before her death, Shaw released a book titled Mover and Shaker: Remarkable Woman Making Her Mark In A Man’s World.

In the book, Shaw wrote about not following her family’s legacy in writing and the career she made as a businesswoman, play producer and publicist.

Shaw met Walter Knott, owner of Knott’s Berry Farm, through her business, Catherine Coleman’s Charm School, and he leased her the Bird Cage Theatre in which she produced plays..

Shaw lived in San Juan Capistrano for most of her life and was the president of the Women’s Club of San Juan and was the 2008 Swallows Day Parade grand marshal.

In a media release promoting the book, Shaw said “life is short, and relationships are what really matters.”

The storefront of Dana Point Hardware in 2017. Photo: Courtesy of Billy Barker

Dana Point Hardware Sets to Relocate Before March

BY KEVIN CAPAROSO

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ana Point Hardware is in the process of moving and plans to take over the former Timeless Teak site, a few blocks away in the Lantern District.

“It’s funny, because everybody’s reaction to it is like all the same,” said store owner Billy Barker. “Everybody’s super stoked, and they love that building.”

The family-owned hardware store has served the community for the past

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48 years and will finish relocating by March 1, Barker said Barker said the store will most likely shut down for a couple of days during February during the move, but there aren’t any set dates for it yet.

He said the lease for the new location starts on March 1, so “we have to be there.”

Dana Point Hardware currently is located at 24422 Del Prado Ave. The new address will be 24366 Del Prado.

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Kathrine Dana Shaw. Photo: Courtesy of Olivia Engelsman

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San Clemente Shoreline Project Postponed for More Than Two Months

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BY C. JAYDEN SMITH

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and placement activities have ceased near the San Clemente Municipal Pier, according to local officials, as the San Clemente Shoreline Project’s contractor Manson Construction has moved its operations south to Solana Beach.

Concerns over the project’s hopper dredge pumping out cobble and other materials onto the beach south of the pier prompted the delay, San Clemente Mayor Victor Cabral told San Clemente Times on Monday, Jan. 15. Additionally, Cabral and Rep. Mike Levin released a joint statement on Monday regarding the project, which was expected to place 251,000 cubic yards of sand on the beach north and south of the pier, creating a 50-foot-wide beach.

“We are extremely disappointed that this important sand replenishment project is being delayed,” the statement from Cabral and Levin read. “Its completion is critical to San Clemente’s residents and economy, and for protecting our local infrastructure like the LOSSAN Rail Corridor, which provides a vital rail connection for the region and is key to our national security.”

Officials expect a roughly 70-day delay before Manson Construction returns to San Clemente.

The San Clemente Shoreline Project officially began on Dec. 15, with sand placement starting a few days later, as Manson Construction waited for a part for the dredge. The project took more than two decades to come to fruition, requiring an allocation of $9.3 million from the federal government that was secured by Levin to get the project’s Phase I off the ground.

Manson intended to obtain sand from a borrow site off the coast of Oceanside – more specifically, the mouth of the Santa Margarita River.

Levin’s release also stated that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) had conducted 20 years of “study, analysis and numerous vibracore sampling efforts” to identify the correct borrow site, from which the dredge has yet to pick up the sand USACE believes is there.

“The USACE must complete this long-awaited and long-planned project by ensuring the dredge contractor returns to San Clemente in the promised 60- to 70-day time period to deliver the quality and quantity of sand as envisioned under the project authorized by Congress,” the release added, saying that more delays would be “unacceptable.”

Cabral told SC Times the project encountered significant delays from the start, as Dana Point Times January 19 - 25, 2024

10-11:30 a.m. The Challenging Cancer group is conducting weekly meetings through Zoom video conferences. The Work on the San Clemente Shoreline Project has ceased at the San Clemente Municipal Pier, following a suspension declared by the project contractor Manson Construction. Photos: C. Jayden Smith

meetings are open to caregivers, people who have a compromised immune system, and people dealing with cancer.

To join, email donnavigil2@gmail.com or linda_crdv@yahoo.com. heritagesc.org.

MONDAY, JAN. 22 Dana Point Planning Commission 6 p.m. The Dana Point Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting.

This meeting will also be livestreamed through the city’s YouTube channel.

A link for livestreams and replays is

he claimed Manson didn’t operate from the right site and that its machinery was ill-prepared to handle the cobble that was found. The amount of cobble that was picked up forced Manson to conduct maintenance on the dredge.

Manson Construction had not responded to requests for comment as of press time.

On Dec. 26, San Clemente City Manager Andy Hall wrote to Manson Chief Operating Officer Jim McNally, including Levin and Andrew Baker, commander colonel of the USACE’s Los Angeles District, in the letter.

Hall did so after the dredge delivered approximately five loads of cobble and gravel, Cabral said. In the letter, the city manager asked Manson to “immediately” stop pumping cobble onto the beach and urged the company to review the data provided by the USACE that indicated the location of “beach-quality sand.”

“We request that Manson resume operations once your company has located the high-quality beach and that the City of San Clemente, the State of California as our non-federal partner, are expecting and have paid for,” Hall’s letter read.

Leslea Meyerhoff, the city’s contracted Coastal Administrator, wrote to the SC Times on Jan. 5, discussing the impact of the storms and swells of early January. She wrote that the weather had impacted the dredge’s ability to connect to the offshore pipe, and that Manson would resume operations within the next few days.

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available on the city’s website. Dana of Thursday, Jan. 11, and Friday, Jan. 12, according to the California King Tides Project.

Over that period, Meyerhoff and Cabral continually met with USACE staff to receive updates on the quality of sand delivered to the beach, with concerns over the amount of cobble present.

On Saturday, Jan. 13, the USACE informed the city and Levin that Manson was postponing the San Clemente project and moving on to Solana Beach.

The city will soon have the results of a USACE survey that analyzed where Manson dredged and how deep the dredge reached, according to Cabral.

“What we think and believe is that they haven’t gone deep enough,” he said.“...

We’re hoping that they come back in 70 days, and we’re encouraging them to come back. We will have better data of where the sand is, and we hope that they will share our objective, that we’ve got to find that sand and pump it out as quickly as possible onto our beach.”

Cabral acknowledged frustrations from city officials over the delays, adding that despite their emotions, the city has no control over Manson, as there isn’t a contract between the two.

Manson is one of the largest companies worldwide that conducts similar projects, according to Cabral, and it is a “trusted” partner of USACE. “That’s all we can do, is hope that we can encourage them to come back in a timely fashion and to finish the project here in San Clemente,” he said.

Point Council Chambers, 33282 Golden Lantern Street, Suite 210, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

TUESDAY, JAN. 23 Because I Love You (BILY) 6:30-8:30 p.m. The organization Because I Love You (BILY), which helps parents navigate through whatever parenting challenges they may be facing (e.g., failure to launch, substance misuse, disrespect), conducts its weekly meetings on Tuesdays via Zoom video conference and in person/Zoom the first Tuesday of each month at the Outlets at San Clemente’s Conference Room. For detailed instructions on how to participate, email bilysanclemente@gmail.com.

General Plan Advisory Committee Meeting 6-9 p.m. The General Plan Advisory Committee will meet to discuss updating the city’s General Plan – planning documents that will guide the future of Dana Point. Dana Point Community Center, 34052 Del Obispo Street, Dana Point. danapoint.org.

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New SJC Mayor Farias Likes City’s Energy

BY CHRISTINA FUOCO-KARASINSKI

Mayor Sergio Farias calls San Juan Capistrano the most beautiful city in the world.

He’s determined, however, to further enhance that during his second goround as mayor. His term started this year and ends on Dec. 31.

“San Juan Capistrano is the most beautiful city in the world, but I think it wasn’t really reflected in the types of businesses that we were attracting,” Farias said.

“I don’t think we were attracting the visitors and the tourism we wanted.

The businesses really needed it. We want great businesses, but you have to have an environment for great businesses to thrive.”

Farias understands that his role is limited, but the City Council is laser-focused on doing everything it can to attract and support businesses. The Verdugo Street improvements reinforced the governing body’s support of businesses.

City leaders cannot choose who comes into town. When small business owners — including The BrewHouse’s Andrew and Kim Reed — say they want to be in San Juan Capistrano, they need the infrastructure and the traffic to support it.

Farias says his motivation is to protect what he’s accomplished during his eight years on the City Council, to be business-friendly and to continue to make San Juan Capistrano a safe place for people to visit and work.

Businesses are benefiting from San Juan Capistrano’s diverse population — racially, ethnically and economically — he said.

“It’s important to attract the right businesses; companies that the city feels are ‘San Juan Capistrano’ businesses. That’s instead of bringing in the large corporation that might pull out of the city,” he said.

“Oftentimes, ‘San Juan Capistrano businesses’ is thrown around too easily, especially when it comes to architecture.

“So, let me explain what a San Juan business is to me. It’s a family-owned business. Ganahl Lumber is family-owned. It’s a big company, but it’s still family-owned.”

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ness are ingrained in him.

“I believe in the people who live here,” he said.

“Having lived here all 41 years of my life, it matters to me. I know growing up here, there were a lot of things I wanted that we don’t have still. A skatepark is one of them. I love it here, but if you ask my daughter, it’s kind of boring. I’m not happy about hearing that.

“I still have to (rely on) what did that 15-year-old think of the city and how can we do something for them?

The skatepark isn’t done yet, but we’re committed to bringing it. Generations of our residents have fought for it. We’ll get that done.”

Another priority is the city’s budget.

Going into 2024, San Juan Capistrano has a budget surplus, but it must deal with a state that has a “pretty significant deficit.”

“Will that affect us in the next year, if at all?” he asked. “Hopefully, there isn’t the knee-jerk reaction of just raising taxes doesn’t happen.”

The gas tax, he said, benefited local cities. San Juan Capistrano has put the money into roads.

PRIORITIES RECAP Going forward, Farias’ priorities are to continue to maintain diversity. To do that, the city must look at the types of housing it has.

“We’re being forced by the state to take a step back, as far as what role the city government takes with housing,” he said. “We want to bring in quality developments, but try to have a role in it, and have it better our city as much as possible.”

Affordable housing is key. Farias said he’s been saving to buy a home for about a decade — but he’s getting further away from that as the years go on.

But he said he’s not alone. The city of San Juan Capistrano recently received a letter from a resident who had just missed out on an applicant to get one of the affordable units in town.

“It was really sad, because that could have been a letter that my family wrote,” he said. “They made a little too much to qualify for certain types of housing.”

That said, he noted that “underhousing” is a problem in San Juan Capistrano.

“You have people renting out rooms,” he said. “There are families sharing condos. The less of that we have, the better off we all are. I think those issues will be seen in our society for years from now.”

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New San Juan Capistrano Mayor Sergio Farias wants to attract new businesses and tourists to keep the city on an upward trajectory and maintain its energy. Photo: Chris Mortenson

to. We need to talk about those families more than we have in the past.”

Farias has a positive attitude when it comes to development like The Groves and City Hall projects.

He assured residents that they shouldn’t be afraid of development.

Noise complaints are taken seriously with the city of San Juan Capistrano.

He wants to please everyone, including longtime residents, like him, who have institutional knowledge of the city.

“A lot of times, we rely on our longtime residents,” he added. “There’s a park in town, and we have no idea who it was named after — RC Park.

“The record-keeping wasn’t great when that was built. From time to time, the city manager will ask longtime residents about topics like this.”

Farias longs to continue San Juan Capistrano’s energy. He’s going to do everything he can to make this an attractive place for visitors. “Growing up, oftentimes, when you would hang out with friends, San Juan Capistrano was not a place you’d want to go to,” he said.

“Slowly and gradually — I don’t want

to take credit for it — people want to go to San Juan to hang out, watch the game, eat at a restaurant. This never happened before.”

That’s why the BrewHouse’s creative spin on businesses in its genre is important. The city didn’t have that many places like that here.

“This is a place I would have come to. I have meetings here from time to time,” he said. “They have 30 beers on tap.”

Now, beer connoisseurs don’t have to drive “really far” to get local or craft beer.

He wants business owners to take a chance on San Juan Capistrano, as residents are passionate about the path the city is taking. As an aside, the city has arguably the most donuts in the country — JD Flannel Donuts and Coffee is one of the donut shops — he said.

“I often bring those to clients,” said Farias, who works in the landscaping industry. “Our company will be known as the one who brought us these wonderful donuts. I think they’re the best donuts in the country.”

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GUEST OPINION: WELLNESS & PREVENTION | By Lauren Gallegos

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his New Year’s Eve, as my family always does, we went around the dinner table and shared our New Year’s resolutions. For a few days before, I felt overwhelmed by the idea of a resolution. I thought of all the things I hoped to achieve – personal, professional and social; the list was long. New Year’s resolutions, the herald of self-improvement, often start with a bang but tend to fizzle out by the second Friday in January, affectionately known as “quitters day” – a day that, ironically, doesn’t quite align with our society’s applause for perseverance.

When we fail to meet our resolution, we may feel disappointed, ashamed or guilty for giving up.

In my search for obtainable resolutions, I came across an article that said “this year, minimize stress and striving and maximize joy and meaning – resolve to accept yourself as you are.” The allure of stress reduction was undeniable, but what truly struck a chord was the realization that I had never set a resolution centered on selfacceptance.

Self-acceptance is something we teach teens in clinical and prevention work. We advocate for embracing imperfections, doing our best, and shunning the unrealistic pursuit of perfection. Yet, as adults and parents, we often forget to apply these principles to ourselves. We become our own harshest critics, dissecting our days, finances, health, relationships,

Letter to The Editor EXODUS FROM CALIFORNIA JOSH AND JENI DINKLE, Dana Point The incompetent person we call Gavin Newsom is destroying our great state. His soft-on-crime policies have increased property crimes in most communities. This has forced businesses to close and people to feel unsafe, forcing the tough decision to leave the state. Strict regulations and non-business-friendly requirements have caused business owners to relocate to more business-friendly states.

Over the past couple of years, we have had more businesses and people leaving California, which resulted

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weight – you name it. Little do we realize that our children are absorbing this self-critique, even when we think they aren’t WELLNESS & listening.

PREVENTION While having

BY LAUREN GALLEGOS doubts about oneself from time to time is normal, chronic self-criticism can contribute to feelings of depression, worthlessness, anxiety, and body-image issues. Our kids, like sponges, soak up our behaviors and replicate our negative self-talk, potentially fostering their own struggles with body image, depression and anxiety.

A 2016 study conducted by Marisol Perez, Ph.D. at the Arizona State University Department of Psychology found that a mother’s body dissatisfaction significantly predicted her daughter’s body satisfaction, suggesting that girls model their mothers’ self-body talk. In the study, the young girls would even change their responses after being exposed to their mothers’ responses, even when they didn’t understand the societal ideas their mothers are reflecting.

The same can be said for when adults speak disparagingly about their skills, talents, or intelligence – kids hear this and begin to do the

same. Young children are the most vulnerable to our negative selftalk; because the world is so new to them, they interpret our behaviors as normal. As they grow older, they may internalize the negative self-talk they have heard and form their own negative beliefs about themselves, which can lower their self-esteem and lead to other mental health challenges.

As adults, we should try to model the behavior we want our kids to emulate. Dial down the negative selftalk, discuss challenges with a dash of optimism, and showcase problemsolving and critical thinking. Parenting, after all, is a blend of love and life lessons.

This year, I invite you to resolve to embrace yourself with all your quirks. Focus on small achievable steps toward your goals, revel in the positive impact you’re making, and, for once, give yourself a nod for what’s working, rather than constantly dwelling on what needs fixing. Self-love – now that’s a resolution that stands the test of time!

Lauren Gallego, ACSW, is the Community Prevention Director at the Wellness & Prevention Center in San Clemente.

She leads the Wellness & Prevention Coalition and cares deeply about the mental health of fellow community members. She can be reached at lauren@wpc-oc.org. DP

in a decreased tax base. Education is just as bad as our taxes. Student proficiency continues to decrease, and Newsom proposes to make more cuts in education. Of course, he will use the scare tactic of significant cuts to public safety, infrastructure, education, and wildfire response. This creates fear in hopes of people voting for more taxes to fund these areas.

Newsom talks a big game, but there are never positive results, only continued negative outcomes that hurt the people of California. We need people in our government focused on a strategic vision that supports or brings businesses back to California, prioritizes public safety, and not incentivize criminals, and finds ways to lower our taxes instead of making excuses for their ineptitude to increase taxes.

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Cheryl Anderson Cheryl Anderson passed peacefully in her home, with her children at her side on December 8, 2023.

Cheryl was born on September 17, 1949, in Aberdeen South Dakota and spent most of her youth living on a farm.

Some of her favorite things to do there were spending time with her family, going on the road with her dad and brother, and playing "store”.

She loved to travel and always dreamed of traveling the U.S. with her brother. Cheryl went to Lyons High School where she took pride in being a Pom Pom girl. Mom always loved going to dances and socializing. She could hold a conversation with anyone and could dance well into the night! When she was 17, her father passed away and shortly after, Cheryl started working at Rentschler’s Restaurant as a waitress. She worked there for many years and enjoyed the hustle and bustle of waitressing as well as all of the lifelong friendships she made. After waitressing most of her life, Cheryl got her real estate license in the mid 1990's and eventually moved to California to be with

her children. She continued her love of working and socializing as she took on a new career as a barista. Her greatest love was her family and friends and everyone that got to know her loved her back. Cheryl had an enormous giving heart and devoted countless hours to the people she loved. She had a special place in her heart for her two grandchildren, Connor and Liam.

She is survived in death by her brother, Duane, who still lives in Aberdeen, SD. Cheryl leaves behind two children, John (Sunisa) and Penny (Ryan), along with two grandchildren, Connor and Liam.

She was preceded in death by her mother (Vernus), father (Russell), sisters (Mary and Pearl), brothers (Mick and Joe). Her family would like to thank everyone for your love and support during this difficult time. We will miss her every day until we meet again.

We will hold a Celebration of Life on February 10th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Linda Lane Park, in San Clemente.

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a health, beauty and wellness market with workshops, presenters and a curated market. Prado Square, 34201 Street of Amber Lantern, Dana Point.

949.373.8147. pradosquare.com.

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LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER 9 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue.

Undercover Live will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

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FRIDAY | JAN. 19 LIVE MUSIC AT STILLWATER 9 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue.

Undercover Live will perform. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point. 949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

COFFEE CONCERTS WITH HIGH TIDE COFFEE 10-11 a.m. In partnership with High Tide Coffee, enjoy a cup of coffee and watch an acoustic performance with local musicians at Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens. This week, Corey Angeli will perform. The event is free with general admission. RSVP is optional, but appreciated. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION 4:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. There will be an improv lesson from 4:30-5:30 p.m. and TGIF Night starting at 6 p.m.—the theme being video games on numerous consoles. The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.234.7259. thenoblepathfoundation.org.

LINE DANCING FRIDAYS 10-11 a.m. Join Age Well Senior Services for line dancing every Friday at San Clemente’s senior center. No partner required. For a $5 donation, learn some easy and fun line dances to get you moving. Carrie Wojo teaches all over South Orange County and makes it easy to stay active and have fun. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente. 949.498.3322.

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SATURDAY | JAN. 20 : TIDE POOL HIKE, HATCH AND RELEASE TOUR, AND SAIL ON THE ‘SPIRIT OF DANA POINT’ 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Join the Ocean Institute for a tide pool hike along the rocky Marine Conservation Area led by one of their expert naturalists. The hike is rated moderately difficult at a 1- to 1½-mile round trip. Attendees should be prepared for rocky, uneven and slick terrain for the entire hike. Admission is $15 for those 3 and older. Visitors can contribute to research on white sea bass and learn about their role in ocean health on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Ocean Institute’s hatch and release program. In the afternoon, set sail aboard the schooner Spirit of Dana Point and experience California from the perspective of an early tall ship explorer. Join the crew to help raise sail, handle lines and steer the ship, or simply sit back, relax and enjoy the majesty of sailing the seas aboard a tall ship. Must be 4 years or older to sail. Tickets are $65. The Ocean Institute, 24200 Dana Point Harbor Drive, Dana Point. 949.496.2274. oceaninstitute.org.

‘A COMEDY OF TENORS’ AT CABRILLO PLAYHOUSE 7:30 p.m. Watch a live performance of A Comedy of Tenors at San Clemente’s hometown theater. The story follows producer Henry Saunders’ cumbersome efforts to rein in Italian superstar Tito Merelli and his wife, Maria, before Merelli’s concert in Paris. The show will run through Feb. 11, with showings at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, and at 2 p.m. on Sundays. Tickets are $28. Cabrillo Playhouse, 202 Avenida Cabrillo, San Clemente. 949.492.0465. cabrilloplayhouse.org.

8 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Marc Cohn will perform. Tickets are $40. Doors open at 6 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT KNUCKLEHEADS 8 p.m. Live music is featured at this San Clemente sports bar. Jetplane Jayne & Friends will perform. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

SATURDAY | JAN. 20

LIVE MUSIC AT BEACHFIRE 8 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular Downtown San Clemente restaurant. Alt and ’80s pop/rock artist Telesound will perform. BeachFire Bar and Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.366.3232. beachfire.com.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE

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LIVE MUSIC AT TREVOR’S AT THE TRACKS 7 p.m. Live outdoor music is featured at this South Orange County eatery. American Idol semifinalist Kai Kalama will perform. Trevor’s at the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.9593. trevorsatthetracks.com.

DANA POINT FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. California farmers bring fresh produce to sell at the Dana Point Farmers Market, and craft vendors provide a large selection of art, jewelry, clothing, handbags, candles, handmade soaps and unique one-of-a-kind gifts. It is strongly recommended that customers bring their own reusable bags. La Plaza Park, 34111 La Plaza, Dana Point.

REVITALIZE & RISE 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Join Prado Square for

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SOUTH OC CARS AND COFFEE 9-11 a.m. South OC Cars and Coffee, dubbed the world’s biggest weekly car meet, attracts a mix of 500-1,000 hypercars, supercars, exotics, vintage, classic, muscle and sports cars, hot rods, rat rods, pickups, 4x4s and motorcycles. No cars in before 8:30 a.m. Cars should enter and leave slowly and quietly—no revving, speeding or burnouts. The Outlets at San Clemente, 101 West Avenida Vista Hermosa, San Clemente. southoccarsandcoffee.com.

CASA KIDS WILDFLOWER WORKSHOP 10:30-11:30 a.m. Casa Romantica Horticultural Manager Noah Guild will show children how to plant wildflower seeds, and attendees will go home with their own fully grown potted plant after a guided tour of the grounds. Please register only your own children. Tickets are $10. Casa Romantica Cultural Center and Gardens, 415 Avenida Granada, San Clemente. 949.498.2139. casaromantica.org.

GEEKS WHO DRINK TRIVIA NIGHT 7-9 p.m. Left Coast Brewing presents trivia modeled after pub quizzes in Ireland and the United Kingdom, covering everything from Hungary to the Hunger Games. Teams can include up to six people. Winning teams earn bar cash and other prizes. Left Coast Tasting Room, 1251 Puerta Del Sol, San Clemente. eventvesta.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT IVA LEE’S 7 p.m. Live music is featured at this San Clemente lounge known for its entertainment. Bunch of Guys will perform.

Iva Lee’s Restaurant & Lounge, 555 N. El Camino Real, Suite E, San Clemente.

949.361.8255. ivalees.com.

LIVE MUSIC AT BEACHFIRE 8 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular Downtown San Clemente restaurant. ’80s dance party artist Class of the ’80s will perform. BeachFire Bar and Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.366.3232. beachfire.com.

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GETTING OUT AT THE MOVIES:

‘Mean Girls’: Musical Remake of Broadway Hit Falls Flat

BY MEGAN BIANCO

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amantha Jayne and Arturo Perez Jr.’s new movie musical Mean Girls is technically a direct screen adaptation of a 2018 Broadway production of Mark Waters’ 2004 hit comedy of the same name. But ignoring some minor changes, it pretty much follows the same structure as the initial movie.

Remember Regina George? Ms. Norbury?

Kevin G? Glen Coco? Well, they’re all back, and they’re using TikTok instead of MySpace now.

As fans remember, Cady Heron (Angourie Rice) is a sweet, naïve girl who goes from being homeschooled internationally in Kenya to the Illinois suburbs for public high school when her mom (Jenna Fischer) is transferred for a new job position. Almost immediatley, she dodges being a potential outcast by befriending both Janis ‘Imi’ike (Auli’i Cravalho) and Damian Hubbard (Jacquel Spivey), as well as The Plastics: Regina George (Reneé Rapp), Gretchen Wieners (Bebe Wood) and Karen Shetty (Avantika Vandanapu).

Busy Philipps plays Regina’s mom, while Tina Fey and Tim Meadows reprise

(Cont. from page 10) Sports Bar, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

SUNDAY | JAN. 21 SAN CLEMENTE FARMERS MARKET 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Shop for a wide selection of fruits, vegetables and artisanal goods from organic growers along Avenida Del Mar. 949.361.8200. san-clemente.org.

LIVE MUSIC AT BEACHFIRE 2 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular Downtown San Clemente restaurant. Classic rock artist Mark Paul will perform. BeachFire Bar and Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.366.3232. beachfire.com.

CONCERT AT THE COACH HOUSE 7 p.m. Enjoy some rollicking sounds over dinner at this intimate and popular South Orange County venue. Big Mountain will perform. Tickets are $25. Doors open at 5 p.m. The Coach House, 33157 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.496.8930. thecoachhouse.com.

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their respective roles of math teacher Ms. Norbury and Principal Duvall from the original Mean Girls. Fey pens the script once again, and Rapp returns to play Regina after portraying the character on Broadway. This time, there’s more room for the musical numbers and acknowledging society progressing in the past couple decades. Janis goes from being made fun of for looking like a stereotypical lesbian to being a legitimate lesbian, and, for some reason, Norbury and Duvall are a couple in this interpretation.

Rice is adorable and has always been one of the more talented actors of her peer group.But, unfortunately, her vocal talent is limited to spoken word, and she doesn’t have much range for Cady’s songs. The other actresses are fine with the music, especially Cravalho and Rapp; and while there’s nothing visually wrong with Mean Girls ’24 (I actually really liked how the party scenes were shot/directed], we’re mainly just left asking … why?

All of the funny jokes are brought over from the first film, the tunes are decent, but nothing particularly special. Rapp looks the part of Regina, but her wardrobe is puzzling (would the queen bee on campus really wear cargo pants?).

My biggest nitpick is switching Cady from a redhead to a blonde. While Lindsay Lohan was not only one of the most famous gingers of the 2000s, her

the Tracks, 26701 Verdugo Street, San Juan Capistrano. 949.493.9593. trevorsatthetracks.com.

MONDAY | JAN. 22 COUNTRY NIGHT AT H.H. COTTON’S 5:30-6:45 p.m. This popular downtown restaurant offers a night full of country music and line dancing for all ages.

Beginners can participate in this $10 Introduction to Line Dancing lesson with instructor Anne Leslie. H.H. Cotton’s, 201 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.945.6616. hhcottons.com.

OPEN JAM 7-10 p.m. Play your own percussion, acoustic or electric instruments every Monday night at Knuckleheads. Amps are allowed, but drums are not. Knuckleheads, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com.

SMOKEY KARAOKE AT BEACHFIRE 8 p.m. Come down and take the stage at this popular Downtown San Clemente restaurant. BeachFire Bar and Grill, 204 Avenida Del Mar, San Clemente.

949.366.3232. beachfire.com.

STEAK NIGHT & COUNTRY DANCING AT SWALLOW’S INN

Photo: Courtesy of Paramount Pictures

hair also helped Cady stand out as the story’s protagonist in the traditional sense. With everyone else around her as blonde or brunette, our eyes always go back to her striking red locks. But having both Cady and Regina as blondes feels a bit derivative.

Despite the potential with the new cast and musical twist, Mean Girls: The

Musical just leaves us feeling unsatisfied.

If you want a fun and clever comedy on teen culture, there’s already the original film. If you want a musical set at a high school, you could just watch Randal Kleiser’s Grease (1978) or Kenny Ortega’s High School Musical (2006) again.” DP

5 p.m. Boogie down and chow down at this South Orange County staple on Monday nights with Miss Christine. There is country dancing and lessons with Joe and Debra from 6-7 p.m. and dancing until 10:30 p.m. Steak dinners are $25 and start at 5 p.m. Swallow’s Inn, 31786 Camino Capistrano, San Juan Capistrano.

949.493.3188. swallowsinn.com.

YOUTH PROGRAMMING AT THE NOBLE PATH FOUNDATION 4:30-7:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation hosts events multiple times a week to get youth and young adults out and about and participating in safe, productive activities. Guitar lessons start at 4:30 p.m., followed by a fitness class at 5:30 p.m., and Creative Collaboration at 6:30 p.m. The Noble Path Foundation, 420 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente.

949.234.7259. thenoblepathfoundation.org.

WEDNESDAY | JAN. 24 ‘COUNTRY WEDNESDAY’ AT STILLWATER 6 p.m. Live music is featured at this popular South Orange County venue.

In this “Country Wednesday” event, join Stillwater for some two-stepping and line-dancing fun. StillWater Spirits & Sounds, 24701 Del Prado, Dana Point.

949.661.6003. danapointstillwater.com.

BINGO AT THE SENIOR CENTER 1:30 p.m. Every Wednesday, the Dorothy Visser Senior Center will host Bingo. The center will begin selling cards at 1 p.m., with the game starting promptly at 1:30.

The buy-in is $12 for 10 games with four cards and a special pick-your-number game. For more information, contact the center at 949.498.3322. Dorothy Visser Senior Center, 117 Avenida Victoria, San Clemente.

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TRIVIA NIGHT AT THE BREWHOUSE 6:30-8:30 p.m. The BrewHouse hosts a trivia night every Wednesday. Test your knowledge with friends or show up solo and join a team. The BrewHouse, 31896 Plaza Drive, Suite D3, San Juan Capistrano. 949.481.6181. brewhousesjc.com.

OPEN MIC NIGHT AT KNUCKLEHEADS 8-10 p.m. Knuckleheads is open for food, drinks and live music. Performers of all skill levels are welcome. If you are a musician, do stand-up comedy or the spoken word, this is the place to be on Wednesday nights. So, come down, grab a drink and go for it. Knuckleheads Sports Bar, 1717 N. El Camino Real, San Clemente. 949.492.2410. knuckleheadsmusic.com. DP

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GUEST OPINION | Food for Thought by Gina Cousineau

Owning Habits Both Good and Bad

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ear of failing is always the No. 1 concern of new clients to the “Mama G Lifestyle.” So, with the start of the year, I want to address the anxiety attached to not being able to follow through with your “New Year’s resolution” or “promise” to make change, which allows us to fail even before we have begun.

Full disclosure. I had an awful habit that I knew about for some time, but in December, I decided to rid myself of it and will never go back.

That horrific habit was touching my cellphone while driving. While I have always been aware that my behavior could harm others, my sudden decision to break this bad habit was because I realized that my grandchildren were now old enough to “see” what I was doing.

In that moment, I was done, so I simply set up strategies that would help me succeed in the change, starting with moving my phone holder

ents based on their “WHY.” But I have realized – even when that “WHY” is the very people they love and adore – changing bad habits that are harmful to their health and keeping them from achieving their dreams and desires is so difficult that this reason isn’t good enough.

So, we simply have to take baby steps to make changes that don’t feel overwhelming and then build upon them. Since most people are desperate for weight loss, sticking to a restrictive and punitive diet for a temporary period of time is doable, but that is where the problems begin.

First, because major food groups are removed (carbs, dairy, gluten, sugar, to name a few), this approach is not sustainable, and you will cheat, fail and/or bail on the diet. Second, you have learned nothing about what a healthy eating pattern could and should look like, that would allow you to not only hit and sustain your weight goal but also improve your health.

In this new year, we have a wonderful free resource guide available to all of our loyal readers. As we approach five years together, this “Quick Start Guide to Health and Weight Loss” (or weight gain or maintenance) will

far enough away to avoid an easy reach, but close enough to see the map, when needed. I also set up FOOD FOR THOUGHT other rules, such

BY GINA COUSINEAU as I could voicetext to hear messages, make calls or send texts; touch my phone when stopped; or simply pull over to use it. That was it, and I have not strayed from the moment I made that decision.

All that being said, I wish I could bottle up my discipline and willpower for my clients and hand it out, but, alas, that’s not an option. There are many reasons people choose to make change, but few are able to sustain that change. As a practitioner who practices what she preaches and preaches what she practices, I tried to use strategies to motivate my cli-

FROM THE ARCHIVES

ADOPTABLE PET OF THE WEEK

Shirley

Photo: Courtesy of San Clemente/Dana Point Animal Shelter

lead you through how to achieve a healthy eating pattern, with food inclusion rather than exclusion, using our Health Plate visuals. These, along with breakfast and snack templates, and 12 Mama G quick and easy recipes of international flair will help in building healthy habits.

If you want additional tools, our weekly email will provide our YouTube Playlist, including an excursion through a local grocery store, Mama G touring her pantry and kitchen, and short videos designed to help you love your time in the kitchen. Grab our free “Quick Start Guide to Health and Weight Loss” by registering in the “pop up” at MamaGsLifestyle.com.

Gina Cousineau, aka Mama G, is a local nutritionist and trained chef. She provides science- and evidence-based nutrition education, along with teaching basic cooking skills, to help her clients embrace a healthy eating pattern to reach weight goals and improved health. You can reach her at 949.842.8875 or at MamaG@ MamaGsLifestyle.com. DP PLEASE NOTE: In an effort to provide our readers with a wide variety of opinions from our community, the DP Times provides Guest Opinion opportunities in which selected columnists’ opinions are shared. The opinions expressed in these columns are entirely those of the columnist alone and do not reflect those of the DP Times or Picket Fence Media. If you would like to respond to this column, please email us at editorial@sanclementetimes.com.

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One-year-old Shirley is a bundle of fun.

High-energy with a sweet personality, she just loves to play outdoors. Shirley is quite well-mannered on leash and would make a great buddy for long walks or hikes. She would thrive in an active home where she can continue with her training.

If you are interested in adopting Shirley, please visit petprojectfoundation.org/adoptions/ to download an adoption application form. Completed forms can be emailed to animalservices@scdpanimalshelter.org, and you will be contacted about making an interaction appointment.

Sudoku Courtesy of the Dana Point Historical Society

Pictured is the 1930 construction site of the Dana Point Inn, with a man atop the framing that is believed to be early Dana Point developer Sidney Woodruff (sporting the floppy light-colored hat he wore in many photos).

Lantern Village is in the background, and Santa Clara is the nearest street.

This photo is available for viewing and purchase at danapointhistorical.org.

Every week, the Dana Point Times will showcase a historical photo from around the city. If you have a photo you would like to submit for consideration, send the photo, your name for credit as well as the date and location of the photo to ryoungman@picketfencemedia.com.

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BY MYLES MELLOR

LAST WEEK’S SOLUTION:

Each Sudoku puzzle consists of a 9x9 grid that has been subdivided into nine smaller grids of 3x3 squares.

To solve the puzzle, each row, column and box must contain each of the numbers 1 to 9.

Puzzles come in three grades: easy, medium and difficult. Level: Medium 1 5 4 7 8 9 3 2 6

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2 7 9 3 6 4 1 5 8

8 6 3 2 5 1 7 4 9

9 8 2 5 7 6 4 3 1

4 3 7 9 1 2 8 6 5

5 1 6 4 3 8 2 9 7

3 4 8 1 9 5 6 7 2

6 2 5 8 4 7 9 1 3

7 9 1 6 2 3 5 8 4

Sudoku medium by Myles Mellor

7 4 6 2 5 8 2 9 6

1 2

5 4 8

4 6

7 6 3

9 1 8

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See the solution in next week’s issue.

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BOYS BASKETBALL WIN STREAK HITS 10; HAUGH DROPS 40 The defending Sea View League champions continued to roll in the defense of their league championship, as their leading sharpshooter hit another benchmark on Wednesday, Jan. 17.

Dana Hills extended its season-high winning streak to 10 games and stayed undefeated in league play as junior Collin Haugh netted 40 points in a home win over El Toro, 82-75.

The Chargers (7-15, 2-2) have the worst overall record in the Sea View League, but El Toro pushed the Dolphins (18-4, 3-0) throughout. Dana Hills led by just one point at halftime and outscored El Toro by only one point in the third quarter. However, the Dolphins did enough in the fourth quarter to outpace the Chargers for the seven-point victory.

Haugh’s 40 points were his most in a league game to date in his Dana Hills career, besting his previous high of 33 points, also against El Toro last season. On Wednesday, the junior hit 13 of his 21 field-goal attempts with four 3-pointers and a perfect 10-for-10 mark on free throws.

This is the second time this season Haugh has scored at least 40 points, including a school-record 47-point night in the Desert Holiday Classic on Dec. 27. Haugh has scored 35 points or more five times this season and scored at least 40 points three times last season.

Haugh, who led Orange County in scoring last season, was third in the county in average points per game entering the week with an average of 24.1. The junior trails only Dominic Bolton of Laguna Hills with 26.3 points per game and Santa Ana’s Jack Rivera with 24.6. Entering the week, Haugh had played in 21 games, and Bolton had appeared in only seven games for Laguna Hills.

Haugh led Orange County by a wide margin in 3-pointers made entering the week, with 97 on 209 attempts for a 46% clip. Haugh is 29 ahead of second-place Luis Rico of Rancho Dana Point Times January 19 - 25, 2024

Orange County’s leading 3-point shooter, Dana Hills junior Collin Haugh, led the Dolphins with 40 points in the boys basketball team’s 10th win in a row on Wednesday, Jan. 17.

Photo: Zach Cavanagh

Alamitos, who has made 68 on 209 attempts. Haugh has the highest 3-point shooting percentage of anyone in the county top 25.

Wednesday’s win over El Toro was also a starring performance for senior Logan Scodeller, who collected 23 points on 8-for-11 shooting and a 6-for-6 mark from the charity stripe.

Scodeller also added six assists and two steals.

Senior Niki Grguric nearly posted a double-double with 10 rebounds and nine points.

Dana Hills earned its first road win of league play last Friday, Jan. 12, as the Dolphins downed Mission Viejo, 71-52. Haugh scored 20 points that night with four 3-pointers, and senior Ryan Torab was close behind with 18 points. Dennis Powers, a senior, nailed three of five 3-pointers for 15 points, and Grguric added 11 points. Scodeller had another excellent night running the offense with 10 assists.

The Dolphins remained at No. 9 in the CIF-SS Division 2AA poll this week, as they get set for their second round of the Sea View League.

Dana Hills is at Aliso Niguel on Friday, Jan. 19, and hosts Mission Viejo on Monday, Jan. 22. The Dolphins continue the busy schedule at El Toro on Wednesday, Jan. 24, and are back home against Aliso Niguel again next Friday, Jan. 26.

GIRLS BASKETBALL CONTINUES TEAR THROUGH LEAGUE With their eyes still firmly set on capturing its first league championship since 2018, the Dana Hills girls basketball completed the first round of league play unscathed on Tuesday, Jan. 16.

The Dolphins once again dominated Capistrano Valley, 75-11, earning their 18th win, their 11th win in the past 12 games and a 3-0 record in the Sea View League. The 18 wins is the most for the Dana Hills program since 20 wins in 2017.

Freshman sensation Kayla Rice again was the leading scorer for the Dolphins (18-3, 3-0) with 29 points, her second-highest total of the season.

Booklyn Akason, a junior, scored 16 points, and senior Madison Dellner netted eight points.

Capistrano Valley (2-11, 0-3) has not scored more than 12 points in its past four games against Dana Hills, with losses of 75-11, 58-12, 57-7 and 59-8.

Following a crucial league-opening win over El Toro last week, the Dolphins also pushed out to a win at Mission Viejo, 59-30, last Friday, Jan. 11.

Rice was the leading scorer with 17 points. Akason added 15 points, and

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senior Esme Korman netted seven points.

Dana Hills, ranked No. 4 in CIF-SS Division 3A, opened the second round of Sea View League play with another all-important game at El Toro on Thursday, Jan. 18, but results were not available at press time.

Dana Hills hosts Mission Viejo on Tuesday, Jan. 23, and is at Capistrano Valley next Thursday, Jan. 25.

GIRLS WATER POLO OPENS LEAGUE WITH BACK-TO-BACK WINS After a troublesome nonleague and tournament schedule to open the season, the Dana Hills girls water polo team is on the board with two strong wins to open South Coast League play.

Dana Hills bested Trabuco Hills, 11-5, on Jan. 11, and the Dolphins followed up with a home win over San Juan Hills, 10-6, on Tuesday, Jan. 16.

Dana Hills continued league play at El Toro on Thursday, Jan. 18, but results were not available at press time.

The Dolphins (5-10, 2-0) face their toughest test at rival San Clemente (96, 2-0) on Monday, Jan. 22. The Tritons are ranked No. 10 in CIF-SS Division 1. DP

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PUBLIC NOTICE CITY OF DANA POINT NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT on FEBRUARY 6, 2024 the City Council of the City of Dana Point will conduct a hearing to consider the following: 2024 WEED ABATEMENT – AUTHORIZATION TO ABATE WEEDS Hearing Date: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 Hearing Time: 6:00 p.m. (or as soon thereafter as possible) Hearing Location: Dana Point City Hall - Council Chambers 33282 Golden Lantern, Suite 210 Dana Point, California 92629 Those desiring to be heard in favor or in opposition to this item will be given an opportunity to do so by emailing comment@danapoint.org or by writing to the City Council at 33282 Golden Lantern, Ste. 203, Dana Point, California 92629, Attention: City Clerk. Please reference hearing title and date of hearing in any correspondence.

Public comment may be provided in person, electronically or by mail. If you choose to attend the meeting and wish to deliver public comment in person, you are encouraged to wear face coverings and maintain social distancing. For further information, you may contact the City Clerk at (949) 248-3505.

Any petition for judicial review of a decision of the Dana Point City Council is controlled by the statute of limitations provisions set forth in Sections 2.50.010 and 2.50.020 of the Dana Point Municipal Code and Sections 1094.5 and 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedures. Any action or proceeding to attack, review, set aside, or void any decision of the Dana Point City Council is controlled by Section 2.50.010 and Section 2.50.020 of the Dana Point Municipal Code. In of, which attacks or seeks to set aside, or void any decision of the Dana Point City Council shall be limited to those issues raised at the hearings as provided in Chapter 2.50 of the Dana Point Municipal Code. Copies of the procedures for the conduct of City Council public hearings are available from the City Clerk.

NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: JOHN P. SVERIDA Case Number: 30-2024-01371020-PR-PW-CMC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of JOHN P. SVERIDA A Petition for Probate has been filed by CAROL WILSON in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE .

The Petition for Probate requests that CAROL WILSON be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

The petition requests the decedent’s will and codicils, if any, to 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 Dana Point Times January 19 - 25, 2024

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: a. Date: Mar 14, 2024 Time: 1:30 p.m. in Dept: CM06 b. Address of Court: Costa Mesa Justice Complex, 3390 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657-622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

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: Claudette D. Kunzman, Esq., Law Office of Claudette D. Kunzman, 541 E. Chapman Ave., Ste A, Orange, CA 92866 PH: (714) 289-9020 Published in: Dana Point Times , January 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678297 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO 33522 AVENIDA CALITA SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO, CA 92675 Full Name of Registrant(s): ALTER MENTAL HEALTH - DANA POINT LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a ALTER MENTAL HEALTH - DANA POINT LLC /s/ ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678305 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - DANA POINT REHAB 33861 GRANADA DRIVE DANA POINT , CA 92629 Full Name of Registrant(s): CALIFORNIA REHAB CAMPUS LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a AZ Limited Liability Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a CALIFORNIA REHAB CAMPUS LLC/s/ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678303 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - MISSION VIEJO 26100 MALAGA LANE MISSION VIEJO, CA 92692 Full Name of Registrant(s): ALTER MENTAL HEALTH LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a ALTER MENTAL HEALTH LLC /s/ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246680146 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ZESTY SERVICES 1030 CALLE CORDILLERA, SUITE 101 SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673 Full Name of Registrant(s): CONFERENCING ADVISORS 1030 CALLE CORDILLERA, SUITE 101 SAN CLEMENTE, CA 92673 This business is conducted by a CA Corporation.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a CONFERENCING ADVISORS/s/ISAAC SOMSEL, GENERAL PARTNER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 01/09/2024.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 19, 26, February 2, 9, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678301 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - IRVINE 19402 SIERRA BELLO RD IRVINE, CA 92603 Full Name of Registrant(s): CAMBRIDGE MENTAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a CAMBRIDGE MENTAL HEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC /s/ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678299 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 Full Name of Registrant(s): ALTER MANAGEMENT LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a ALTER MANAGEMENT LLC /s/ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236678298 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ALTER BEHAVIORAL HEALTH - LAGUNA BEACH OUTPATIENT 31642 SOUTH PACIFIC COAST HWY, #100 LAGUNA BEACH, CA 92651 Full Name of Registrant(s): ALTIGNIS HEALTH LLC 34270 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, SUITE C DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a ALTIGNIS HEALTH LLC /s/ANDREW POLSKY, MANAGING MEMBER/MANAGER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/11/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20246679787 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JAIR ORDUNAGARCIA 16561 ALLIANCE AVE APT 2 TUSTIN, CA 92780 Full Name of Registrant(s): JAIR ASAHEL ORDUNA GARCIA 16561 ALLIANCE AVE APT 2 TUSTIN, CA 92780 This business is conducted by an Individual.

The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: 01/01/2022 /s/JAIR A. ORDUNA GARCIA, OWNER-CEO This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 01/02/2024.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT 20236679063 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: danapointtimes.com

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The registrant commenced to transact business under the Fictitious Business Name or Names listed above on: n/a THE DIRECT CONNECTION, INC./s/JOHN NIELSON, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 12/20/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME Case No. 30-2023-01369605 TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: Petitioner JAMES JOSEPH NOLLAR filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: Present Name JAMES JOSEPH NOLLAR Proposed Name DEMETRIOS JAMES JOSEPH NOLLAR THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter appear before this court at the hearing indicated below to show cause, if any, why the petition for change of name should not be granted. Any person objecting to the name changes described above must file a written objection that includes the reasons for the objection at least two court days before the matter is scheduled to be heard and must appear at the hearing to show cause why the petition should not be granted. If no written objection is timely filed, the court may grant the petition without a hearing.

Notice of Hearing Date: 2/21/2024 Time: 8:30 am Dept: D-100 Room: REMOTE The address of the court is: Central Justice Center, 700 Civic Center Drive West, Santa Ana, CA 92701. Other: Remote Hearing (To appear remotely, check in advance of the hearing for information about how to do so on the courts website, go to www.courts.ca.gov/find-mycourt.htm.)

A copy of this Order to Show Cause shall be published at least once each week for four successive weeks prior to the date set for hearing on the petition in the following newspaper of general circulation, printed in this county: Dana Point Times Date: 12/29/2023 JUDGE LAYNE MELZER, Judge of the Superior Court Published: Dana Point Times January 12, 19, 26, February 2, 2024 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Under a Notice of Delinquent Assessment Lien Alterra File No.: 595706 APN: 939-612-88 T.S. No.: 2023-595706 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A NOTICE OF ASSESSMENT LIEN (CIVIL CODE SECTION 5740) RECORDED 03/14/2023. 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 CONSULT AN ATTORNEY. NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that ALTERRA ASSESSMENT RECOVERY, LLC as Trustee, or Successor Trustee or Substituted Trustee of that certain Notice of Delinquent Assessment Lien (“Lien”), recorded on 03/14/2023 as Instrument No. 2023000057623 in the Official Dana Point Times January 19 - 25, 2024

Records of the County Recorder of ORANGE County, California, and further pursuant to that certain Notice of Default and Election to Sell recorded on 8/03/2023, as Instrument No. 2023000187499 in said County, and further pursuant to California Civil Code Section 5700 and 5710 and that certain Declaration of Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions (“Declaration”) recorded on 12/30/1982 as Instrument No. 82461202. WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, on 02/14/2024, at 01:30 PM, under the power of sale conferred by Civil Code Section 5700, payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States of America or cashier’s check made payable to the Creditor Association, Alterra Assessment Recovery, LLC, AT: THE NORTH FRONT ENTRANCE TO THE COUNTY COURTHOUSE AT 700 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE WEST, SANTA ANA, CA 92701. All that right, title and interest in the property situated in said County and State which is legally described in Exhibit “A” attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. EXHIBIT “A” Parcel 1: Unit #96 as shown on a Condominium Plan recorded December 30, 1982 as instrument no. 82-461201 of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of said County. Parcel 2: An undivided 1/136th interest as a tenant in common in and to the common area of lot 2 of tract no. 9686, as shown on a map recorded in book 479, page(s) 18 to 20 inclusive of miscellaneous maps, in the office of the County Recorder of said County, together with that portion of Quail Run As shown on the map of said tract lying adjacent to said lot 2 that was abandoned by the County of Orange, by resolution of the Board of Supervisors no. 831564 recorded November 1, 1983 as document no. 83-482280 of Official Records. Excepting therefrom units 1 through 136 inclusive as shown on the Condominium Plan referred to above. Also Excepting therefrom the exclusive right to possession and occupancy of those portions of said lot 2 defined as restricted common areas designated as balconies, patios, and parking spaces, in the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions recorded December 30, 1982 as instrument no. 82-461202 and amendment thereto recorded February 9, 1983 as instrument no. 83064986 of Official Records and as shown on the Condominium Plan referred to above. Except therefrom all oil, gas, minerals and other hydrocarbons, below a depth of 500 feet, without the right of surface entry, as reserved in deeds of record. Parcel 3: The exclusive right to possession and occupancy of those portions of said lot 2 shown as restricted common areas designated as patio and / or balcony that are shown appurtenant to parcel 1 above, on the Condominium Plan referred to herein. Parcel 4: The exclusive right to possession and occupancy of those portions of said lot 2 shown as restricted common area designated as parking spaces #82 and #83 of schedule of the Covenants, Conditions and Restrictions herein referred to. The record owner(s) of which is/are SYLVIA VIRGINIA PRATA, TRUSTEE OF THE SYLVIA PRATA TRUST DATED MAY 05, 2022 (“Owners”). Street address or other common designation of Property to be sold: 25611 QUAIL RUN #96, DANA POINT, CA 92629, APN: 939-612-88. The undersigned trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the property address and other common designation, if any, shown herein.

Name and Address of Creditor Association at whose request the sale is being conducted: Spinnaker Run Community Association ALTERRA ASSESSMENT RECOVERY, LLC 27101 Puerta Real, Suite 250, Mission Viejo, CA 92691 (888) 818-5949 | www.nationwideposting.com The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. THE

PROPERTY IS BEING SOLD IN AN “AS-IS” CONDITION. 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 initial publication of the Notice of Sale is $15,710.31. Accrued interest and additional advances, if any, will increase the figure referenced above prior to the 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. Said sale will be made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession or encumbrances, to satisfy the unpaid balance currently due & owing under the aforesaid Lien and/or late fees, costs of collection (including attorneys’ fees), and interest, which said Owner is obligated to pay Creditor Association under Civil Code Section 5650 and the Declaration, in addition to fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee. Alterra Assessment Recovery, LLC is acting in the function as a debt collector, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. IMPORTANT NOTICE: The Property is being sold subject to a right of redemption created by Civil Code Section 5715(b): “A non-judicial foreclosure by an association to collect upon a debt for delinquent assessments shall be subject to a right of redemption. The redemption period within which the separate interest may be redeemed from a foreclosure sale under this paragraph ends 90 days after the sale.” 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 (916) 939-0772 or visit this internet website http://www.nationwideposting. com, using the file number assigned to this case [2023-595706]. 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 http://www. nationwideposting.com. 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 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,”

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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 (916) 939-0772, or visit this internet website http:// www.nationwideposting.com, using the file number assigned to this case [2023-595706] 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. OFFICE VISITS ARE BY APOINTMENT ONLY, NO WALK INS CAN BE ACCOMMODATED. PLEASE CALL ALTERRA ASSESSMENT RECOVERY AT (888) 818-5949.

Date: 12/27/2023 Spinnaker Run Community Association a California corporation By: COREY L. TODD, ESQ., as Authorized Agent for Alterra Assessment Recovery, LLC, as Trustee for SPINNAKER RUN COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION NPP0445402 To: DANA POINT TIMES 01/19/2024, 01/26/2024, 02/02/2024 NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF: AVIS JOAN BLOOD aka AVIS BLOOD aka JOAN BLOOD aka AJ BLOOD Case Number: 30-2023-01355374-PR-LACMC To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will and or estate, or both, of AVIS JOAN BLOOD aka AVIS BLOOD aka JOAN BLOOD aka AJ BLOOD A Petition for Probate has been filed by DONALD RAY ABLES in the Superior Court of California, County of ORANGE .

The Petition for Probate requests that DONALD RAY ABLES be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent.

A hearing on the petition will be held in this court as follows: a. Date: April 25, 2024 Time: 1:30 p.m. in Dept: CM6 b. Address of Court: Costa Mesa Justice Complex, 3390 Harbor Boulevard, Costa Mesa, CA 92626. Other: The court is providing the convenience to appear for hearing by video using the court’s designated video platform. This is a no cost service to the public. Go to the Court’s website at The Superior Court of California - County of Orange (occourts.org) to appear remotely for Probate hearings and for remote hearing instructions. If you have difficulty connecting or are unable to connect to your remote hearing, call 657622-8278 for assistance. If you prefer to appear in-person, you can appear in the department on the day/time set for your hearing.

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 danapointtimes.com

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You may examine the file kept by the court.

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

Petitioner: Donald Ray Ables, 33452 Valley View Court, Dana Point, CA 92629 PH: (949) 291-1512 Published in: Dana Point Times, January 5, 12, 19, 2024 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME 20236677631 The following person(s) has(have) abandoned the use of the Fictitious Business Name: NOOSH 33781 MARIANA DRIVE APT 5 DANA POINT, CA 92629 The Fictitious Business Name referred to above was filed in Orange County on: 07/15/2022.

FILE NO. 20226639562 Full Name of Registrant(s): BENOOSH LLC 33781 MARIANA DRIVE APT 5 DANA POINT, CA 92629 This business is conducted by a CA Limited Liability Company.

BENOOSH LLC /s/ Anahita Taimaher, President This statement was filed with the County Clerk on 11/29/2023.

Published in: Dana Point Times, January 5, 12, 19, 26, 2024

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JETT SCHILLING FINDS REDEMPTION IN WSL WORLD JUNIOR TITLE After narrowly missing out on qualifying for the 2024 WSL Championship Tour, he captures the biggest win of his young and promising career

BY JAKE HOWARD, DANA POINT TIMES

T

he year 2023 was a big one for local surfing, as Griffin Colapinto finished No. 3 in the world and four area surfers finished the year by qualifying for the WSL Championship Tour. But it was bittersweet for San Clemente’s Jett Schilling, who put in a solid season on the Challenger Series, yet had to settle for watching best friends Kade Matson, Crosby Colapinto and Cole Houshmand graduate to the Big Leagues while he barely missed out on joining them.

But turning adversity into motivation, Schilling spent the past couple months focused on the WSL World Junior Championships in Oceanside. He trained hard, ran mock heats with Matson and the boys, dialed in his boards and was ready to roll when the time came last week. At 20 years old, it would be the goofy-footer’s last appearance in the World Junior Championships, and he was intent on going out with a bang.

He did just that. From start to finish, Schilling was unstoppable at the Oceanside Pier. Dispatching some of the best and brightest up-and-coming surfers, including California’s Levi Slawson and Hawaii’s Jackson Bunch, Jett put in the performance he needed to earn a much-deserved world junior title.

“I just wanna thank my friends,” said a teary Schilling after taking the win as the gravity of the accomplishment washed over him. “Last year was crazy; I don’t know, I’m stoked to start off really good. This is really special for me, all my friends here…”

“I just want to thank God and my family first, and thank them for everything they’ve done for me,” he continued after composing himself. “Thank you to everyone. I have to work even harder for this year and just keep going until I get on the CT with all my friends.”

In rare company, Schilling will see his name etched on the same trophy as former world junior champions such as

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San Clemente’s Jett Schilling takes the win at the WSL World Junior Championships in Oceanside last week.

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Gabriel Medina, Adriano de Souza and Andy Irons. All three surfers would go on to history-making careers.

Joining Schilling atop the podium was Australia’s Sierra Kerr. Spending a large swath of her life growing up in Carlsbad, Kerr was no stranger to the beach-break conditions in Oceanside and leaned on her local knowledge and competitive experience to earn the women’s world junior title. Coming into the event a clear favorite after winning the ISA World Junior Title last year, the accomplishment last week is another milestone on her trajectory to greatness. The daughter of a former Championship Tour surfer and aerial pioneer, Kerr’s potent combination of smart heat surfing and ability to pull off high-risk maneuvers have put her at the top of her class.

“It’s amazing to win,” said Kerr. “I feel like I haven’t been surfing that good this contest. I went into the Final just going to leave nothing on the table. I felt like I actually surfed good, so I was frothing.

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New year, same great results for local surfers. This week, the light is shining down on Clayton Hill, who’s been on a tear lately. Most recently, Clayton rolled up to Santa Cruz for the USA Surfing Prime contest. Held in pumping 8- to 10-foot surf at Steamer Lane, Clayton stood tall and earned a very respectable runner-up result in the Under-14 division. With the second-place finish, Clayton’s now cracked the top five in the rankings.

An eighth-grader at powerhouse Shorecliffs Middle School, Clayton’s also been stacking results among the WSA and SSS events. He’s currently ranked

the Challenger Series. I forgot that was a thing. That’s insane. Thank you to everyone who came and watched, and everyone that’s watching.”

Besides being crowned world champs, both Kerr and Schilling have earned spots on the 2024 WSL Challenger Series, which will afford them an opportunity to potentially qualify for the 2025 Championship Tour.

The 2024 WSL Championship Tour season kicks off at the end of January with the Pipe Pro in Hawaii. Stay tuned for highlights and updates from Oceanside as they become available.

Jake Howard is a local surfer and freelance writer who lives in San Clemente. A former editor at Surfer magazine, The Surfer’s Journal and ESPN, today he writes for several publications, including Picket Fence Media, Surfline and the World Surf League.

He also works with philanthropic organizations such as the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center and the Positive Vibe Warriors Foundation.

SURF FORECAST Water Temperature: 56-57 Degrees F Water Visibility: San Clemente: 4-7’ Catalina: 15-20’ Outlook: Friday’s surf dips to thigh-waist high, (2-3’), at most spots as the W/WNW swell fades. Winds are light/variable Friday morning, then light+ WSW in the afternoon. Rising new W/WNW swell has the waves rebounding through the weekend, with Sunday’s surf running head high, (5’), at many breaks, as standouts hit a few feet overhead, (7’), on sets.

Light+ to moderate southerly winds pick up over the weekend, breeziest on Sunday.

fourth in the WSA Under-14s and first in the SSS Surf Series.

Enjoying the hard-earned support of local brands Stance, Electric and Oceanside’s Chemistry Surfboards, Clayton has also been getting plenty of exposure from the crew at 2 Percent Surf. If you’re looking for him in the water, you can most likely find him shredding the Trestles zone or at T-Street or other local beach breaks.

Because Clayton is brimming with talent, committed to the core, and supported by our epic surf community, we can’t wait to see what he brings in 2024. DP If you have a candidate for Grom of the Week, we want to know. Send an email to jakehoward1@gmail.com.

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