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DHS Classical Concerts City of Angels Saxophone Quartet in Benefit Concert for Local High School

By Desert Star Staff Desert Hot Springs. -The fourth season of Desert Hot Springs Classical Concerts continues with a benefit concert for the local High School music program. The concert takes place at 7pm on Tuesday, February 13 in the Black Box Theater at Desert Hot Springs High School...

Admission is free, but donations at the door will benefit the High School’s music program.

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Classical Concerts was created to bring world-class classical music to audiences in Desert Hot Springs,” said Founder and Artistic Director, Danny Holt. “We’re thrilled to be able to present a concert at the High School as part of our 2018 season of concerts throughout the city. We know that students and their families –alongside members of the general public – will be blown away by the artistry of these incredible performers!”

By Desert Star Staff Indio, CA - Vietnam War veteran, Edward G. Johnson will be honored on the Pageant Stage Thursday, February 22nd at 6:00 p.m. during the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival.

Mr. Johnson enlisted into the U.S. Army at age 19 from 1967 to 1970. He completed one combat tour in Vietnam from September 1967 to September 1968.

Mr. Johnson was awarded the Military Order of Purple Heart for an injury received on January 1, 1968 at 20 years of age. In 2011, he

raised $10,000 to bring the Vietnam Veteran Memorial Moving Wall to Desert Hot Springs for the first time. Mr. Johnson dedicated the first POW/MIA flag to Desert Hot Springs Memorial Park in 2012. On December 5, 2017, the park was renamed to Desert Hot Springs Veterans Park due to his efforts.

Fourth District County of Riverside Supervisor V. Manuel Perez, Mayor Glenn Miller, City of Indio and Mayor Scott Matas, City of Desert Hot Springs will join

The concert features the City of Angels Saxophone Quartet, an ensemble with a history going back more than 27 years. The ensemble was the first saxophone quartet to win top honors at the prestigious Coleman and Carmel Chamber Music Competitions. Recent honors have included concerts sponsored by the Los Angeles County Arts Commission, appearances at the Paderewski Festival in Paso Robles, and the Dorothy Chandler Pavilion. With

a wide and varied repertoire developed and seasoned over time, the ensemble constantly seeks new ways to connect with audiences through sharing commentary focused on the human stories behind the music that they perform.

Admission is free, thanks to underwriting from the City of Desert Hot Springs Community and Cultural Affairs Commission, support from local businesses, and individual donations. Cash donations at

the door will benefit the High School’s music program.

When: Tuesday, February 13, 2018 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Where: Desert Hot Springs High School, Black Box Theater 65850 Pierson Blvd.

Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Who: City of Angels Saxophone Quartet http://www.coasq.com Contact: Danny Holt – Desert Hot Springs Classical Concerts (661) 993-1003 holtdc@yahoo.com

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Veteran Edward G. Johnson (left) and Riverside County Fair Board Member, Nick Nigosian (right)

States, Conservation Groups Sue to Implement Clean Water Rule

By Desert Star Staff NEW YORK – Environmental groups have joined with New York and nine other states in a lawsuit to end delays in implementing the Clean Water Rule.

The 2015 rule clarified which small streams and wetlands are protected by the Clean Water Act. Last week, Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Scott Pruitt finalized an action to delay implementing the rule for

two years while the agency moves to repeal or replace it.

Critics of the rule say it only applies to “navigable waters,” those large enough for boat traffic.

But according to Collin O’Mara, president of the National Wildlife Federation, that issue was settled by the U.S. Supreme Court 20 years ago.

“You can’t achieve the water quality standards of the Clean Water Act unless you reduce the pollution winding

up in the actual navigable waterways, and the only way to do that is to reduce the amount that is winding up in some of these earlier headwater streams and these wetlands,” he points out.

The EPA says the rule hasn’t gone into effect because it has been put on hold by the courts.

O’Mara says those rulings only apply in states under the jurisdiction of the federal district courts that are hearing those lawsuits.

“We think that this current administration should continue implementing the rule as the various lawsuits are working their way through the courts,” he states.

Industrial agriculture and developers maintain the rule gives the federal government authority over huge areas of dry land as well as water.

But O’Mara says there are broad exemptions for farmers, and implementation would improve the drinking water for more than 100

million Americans.

“You could reduce the need for downstream treatment significantly,” he stresses. “You could increase fish populations because you’re going to improve the health of waterways and then increase the potential for aquatic life to thrive.”

The lawsuits to end the delay in implementation were filed Tuesday in federal district courts in New York and South Carolina.

By KMIR News Staff Palm Desert, CA -Monday in the span of about ten minutes the stock market took a violent turn.

“I looked up and the market was down about 900 points, I looked back up a few seconds later it was down about 1200 points, I looked up a few seconds later it was down only 800 points, significant swings,” says Ryan Wilson, Senior Vice President of RBC Wealth Management in Palm Desert.

At its lowest, the DOW was down 1600 points, but at close it was down 1175, the largest one day drop in history.

“Definitely a historic volatile day, it was two days in a row of severe volatility, so certainly I would say a signal for people to wake up, look around and see what they’ve got going on in their portfolios,” says Wilson.

While it caught Wilson’s eye, he says days like today aren’t time to panic but time to reassess.

“The main advice would be to not necessarily act on any emotions on a day like today ... at the very least open up your monthly statement ... and say you know how are we doing?” adding that those who manage their own investments should take a close look at what they’re doing and use the resources available through your work 401 (k) like online tools, or phone services.

He says it’s also a good idea to get a bi-yearly analysis of your investments with a financial planner, “They will sit down and say hey, here’s a simple financial plan, here’s how you currently sit, this is what I think you should do on a one time basis ... if you do things on your own, it’s certainly something you should be doing probably twice a year.”

Wilson says Monday’s losses set the market back to the first of the year, so if you’re in what he calls the red zone or five years out from retirement or five years in, you should

not waste time to re-evaluate your investment plan, “Those are time frames where you really can’t afford to take a significant market loss, maybe treat today like it was January first, right, set our your financial resolution and say where are we sitting, how did we do last year and what should we be doing on a go forward.”

And good advice for everyone, especially those

well into retirement, he says, “This isn’t just a cruise control situation you definitely have to make sure you have the right risk in place for what you’re trying to achieve and that you’re paying attention.”

Despite the roller coaster ride, he says the economy is strong, “Quite honestly even though we’ve had two down days significant down days, I don’t want to discredit

it but there isn’t anything fundamentally about this economy that tell us here at RBC that things are negative.”

While it is the largest point drop in history, the DOW lost 4.6 %, small when compared to the nearly 13 % drop in 1987, and nearly 23 % drop in the infamous crash of 1929. Source: KMIR

By Desert Star Staff Holocaust denier Arthur Jones has been running for different offices since last century and failing, but in 2018 he is enjoying the spotlight.

He is the only GOP candidate on the ballot for a Chicagoarea congressional seat.

He is running unopposed on the ballot in the March 20 primary for Illinois’ 3rd Congressional District, which

includes a section of Chicago, in addition to Western Springs and La Grange.

And social media went crazy about it, with his name among the top 10 US trends Thursday morning.

Jones has been active since the 70s in several US Nazi organizations and once said that the Holocaust is a lie “and nothing more than an international extortion racket by the Jews,” according to the Anti-Defamation League.

His campaign website includes a section entitled ‘Holocaust?’ which describes the Holocaust as “the biggest, blackest lie in history.”

Since 1998, Jones has attempted to run for Congress in Chicago at least five times.

The December filing deadline for the March primary passed with no other

Republican challenging Jones.

The district is heavily dominated by Democrats.

Incumbent Representative Dan Lipinski is in his seventh term and is one of the most rightwing Democrats in Congress.

And locals see it as a problem with how the election system, dominated by two parties, works.

As a writer in the local newspaper puts it, Jones’ candidacy exposes “the absurdity of gerrymandering that creates districts where a major party feels it’s pointless to expend the resources fielding a serious candidate.”

Rules for candidate signatures mean that third party candidates encounter greater difficulty when seeking office.

Jones managed to get his five minutes of glory on CNN on Thursday. CNN’s Alisyn Camerota looked askance as Jones claimed live on the air that the Holocaust is “an extortion racket.”

After Historic Market Drop Financial Expert Advises People Reassess Not Panic

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Wall may be built in House Intel Committee as atmosphere ‘absolute poison’

By Desert Star Staff Forget the US-Mexican border wall. The newest dividing line in Washington will bisect a committee at the heart of Capitol Hill.

Animosity between Republicans and Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee has become so intense that Republican members of the committee are reportedly going to construct an actual, physical wall separating their staffers from Democrats, according to CBS. “The level of trust and the level of everything down there is – it’s poison. It’s absolute poison down there,” Republican Tom Rooney said when questioned about the plan by CBS.

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While Republicans remain coy about the specifics of the wall, Republican Mike Conaway appeared to imply that the idea for a wall originated from Devin Nunes himself, the Republican Chairman of the Committee and the author of the memo that has been sending shockwaves in Washington.

“I’m not part of that decision. You’ve got to talk to Devin. I don’t know what they’re trying to do one way or the other,” Conaway told CBS. Discussion of a wall between committee members epitomises the recent breakdown in trust and cooperation between Republicans and Democrats on the House Intelligence Committee. It comes in the wake of the release of the ‘Nunes memo’ and allegations of high-profile

leaks within the committee.

The Nunes memo was compiled by Republican staffers on the House Intelligence Committee and alleges improper surveillance by the Justice Department

one of the travelers locked himself in a bathroom and took his clothes off.

Flight attendants forced their way into the bathroom and discovered the naked passenger at about 3 am local time. At this point, the pilot decided to turn back to Anchorage where airport police came onboard to remove the passenger.

Fellow passenger

opportunity to fly to Seattle.

“There was a subject on the aircraft that had barricaded or locked himself in the bathroom, the lavatory,” Airport Police and Fire Sgt. Darcey Perry told KTVA. “Flight attendants did find that the subject was naked.”

Alaska Airlines spokesman Tim Thompson confirmed that “while no emergency was declared” the decision to turn Flight 146 around was made due to “a passenger not following flight attendants’ instructions.”

“Flight 146 arrived at Anchorage International around 2:45 a.m. and was Kate Danyluk told the met by law enforcement Associated Press that she officers at the gate. The knew something was wrong passenger was escorted off because flight attendants kept the flight by officers,” said going back and forth in the Thompson to RT.com. aisles wearing rubber gloves.

No charges have been Once they returned to filed against the passenger, the flight’s airport of origin, according to a spokeswoman Ted Stevens International for US Attorney for Alaska Airport, passengers were Bryan Schroder. told to disembark the plane and had to wait three and a half hours before their next

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Trump as “a leaker and a liar.”

Meanwhile, House Minority Leader Nancy Pelosi and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer have called publicly for Nunes to be removed as Chairman.

Naked passenger wreaks havoc on US flight

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CONTRIBUTORS Beverly Cohn, Janice Gough, Jack Lyons, Kelly G. Richardson, Kevin Powell, Pamela Price, Risa D’Angeles, Robert Kinsler, Shirley Brenon, Theda Kleinhans Reichman

and FBI as part of the investigation into Russian collusion in the 2016 election.

Adam Schiff, the top Democrat on the House Intelligence Committee, was lambasted on Monday by

By Desert Star Staff An Alaska Airlines flight from Anchorage to Seattle was forced to turn back due to a naked passenger on board the plane who refused to comply with crew instructions.

The overnight Boeing 737 flight from Anchorage to Seattle was rerouted on Wednesday with 178 passengers on board after

Veteran Edward G. Johnson to be Honored at Riverside County Fair Continued from Page 1

the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival Board on the Pageant State at 6pm for a special presentation.

The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is presented by Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, the desert’s leader in gaming and entertainment.

The Fair, in Indio, runs February 16-25. Gates are open 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. from Friday-Monday and noon10 p.m. Tuesday-Thursday.

Fair tickets at home.

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‘Rammy’ Awards Dinner

Sid Craig, Arlene Rosenthal with Presenters, Dana Hobart and Iris Smotrich Photo by Pat Krause

Rancho Mirage Mayor Charles Townsend, Honorees Karen and Tony Barone and Rancho Mirage Council Member Ted Weill. Photo by Pat Krause

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Rancho Mirage Chamber of Commerce held its annual Installation Gala and Rammy Awards dinner at the Agua Caliente Resort Casino Spa on January 29th.

Emcees were Patrick Evens and Patrick Price. The Barbara Sinatra Distinguished Citizen Grammy Award was presented to local artists Karen and Tony Barone. The evening is the 2018 Installation and Awards

of Excellence honors. The Rancho Mirage High School Chamber Singers provided the entertainment and was presented by Rancho Mirage Mayor Pro-tem Richard Kite.

The next item on the agenda was the Welcome and the Passing of the Gavel from Jack Srebnik to Jason St. John. The Installation of Officers and Directors came next on the program. Then the Rammy Awards were

announced. The Non-profit of the year winner was, Animal Samaritans, and the winner of the Small Business of the Year was, Addiction Therapy Service, and was presented by Rancho Mirage City Council Member, Iris Smotrich. The Medium Business winner was, Catalan Mediterranean Restaurant, and Large Business of the year winner was, Renova Solar, and presented by Rancho

Mirage City Council Member Dana Hobart. The Rising Star award went to, Haus of Poke and Business Person of the Year was, Nicole MendozaLocal Choice Printing and Direct Mail, and presented

by Rancho Mirage City Council Member Ted Weill.

The final Award was the Presentation of the Barbara Sinatra Distinguished Citizen Award that was presented to Karen and Tony Barone.

This couple is legendary for their larger than life sculptures that are seen all over the Desert. Their works of art can be seen all over the U.S., South America, Europe and the Middle East. They love to create art in support of Animal Shelters. They created an R-Hero Dalmatian puppy in many colors in honor of our firefighters and first responders.

By Desert Star Staff LAS VEGAS- The country’s leading food, wine and spirits festival, Vegas Uncork’d by Bon Appétit returns May 10–13 with an extraordinary lineup of worldrenowned chefs, master sommeliers and cutting-edge mixologists from Caesars Palace, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, The Cromwell, MGM Resorts International, The Venetian and The Palazzo Las Vegas. Continuing its tradition of bringing the world’s most iconic chefs together in one destination, the 12th annual epicurean affair will feature fan favorites, such as Bobby Flay, Giada De Laurentiis, Gordon Ramsay, Guy Savoy, Julian Serrano,

Lorena Garcia, Masaharu Morimoto, Michael Mina, Nobu Matsuhisa, Stephen Hopcraft and more. Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits of Nevada will return as the official distributor for the festivities.

“Las Vegas continues to redefine epicurean excellence by offering the most comprehensive collection of distinguished restaurants, chefs and master sommeliers,” said Cathy Tull, senior vice president of marketing for Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. “We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Bon Appétit and look forward to providing our guests with unforgettable experiences alongside the world’s most

sought-after chefs.”

Recently named one of the top Food and Restaurant Industry Events in BizBash’s 2017 roundup of Top 100 Events in the United States, Vegas Uncork’d continues to evolve, offering a wide range of cocktail-focused events, interactive experiences and extravagant soirees, including the Grand Tasting at Caesars Palace and Picnic at The Park, MGM Resorts’ outdoor dining and entertainment district. Attendees also can expect to see exciting new programming, such as Gordon Ramsay HELL’S KITCHEN at Caesars Palace, Sunset Clambake at The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Raise a Glass to the Past:

A Speakeasy Tasting and Distillery Tour at The Mob Museum, Chica “Mom-Mosa Brunch” with Chef Lorena Garciaand This Is How We Do It: The Cake Boss and Lisa Valastro Demo and Lunch at The Venetian and A CUT Above the Rest: The Ultimate Steak & Eggs Breakfast at CUT by Wolfgang Puck at The Palazzo Las Vegas.

“Las Vegas is a culinary lover’s dream come true. We are thrilled to return this spring to showcase the finest food and beverage the city has to offer,” said Adam Rapoport, Bon Appétit editor in chief.

“With exquisite programming featuring new restaurants and interactive experiences, this year’s Vegas Uncork’d will be unlike any other.”

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Hello Modernism Week

By Desert Star Staff February 15th through February 25th is Modernism Week. People will come from all parts of our country and the world to see the various modernist designed homes in Palm Springs.

Standing out as the Icon of Mid-Century Modernist design is the Robert Alexander Estate, widely known as the “House of Tomorrow.” Tour this one of a kind Estate, and you will have experienced one of the great Homes of the World and a great tribute to the Alexanders, the prime builders of Modernist Palm Springs.

The Robert Alexander Estate is the ultimate statement of the Alexanders’ building ideals and is the pinnacle of the Modernist Movement in Palm Springs. The Great Alexanders, as they were known, describe the father

and son team of George and Robert Alexander. It also refers to the Alexander Construction Company. It is said that the Alexanders built 2200 homes in Palm Springs and made Palm Springs the one of a kind marvel that it is today.

After the Second World War, the Alexanders came to the Desert. Air Conditioning made the Desert livable, and their business grew exponentially. When built, these modernist designed homes, which now may sell for millions of dollars, sold from between $17,000 to $25,000. At that time, the Hollywood Movie Stars were only allowed to go a certain distance from the Studios, and Palm Springs met that test.

The Alexanders decided to build for themselves, at the top of a promenade overlooking the Hollywood Celebrity

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“colony,” with the Mountains as a backdrop, the ultimate modernist home, the Robert Alexander Estate. The Estate is made up of four connected circles, on three levels, with approximately 5500 square feet. In front of the Estate are amazing “stairs” leading to the front door, consisting of rising stepping stones that curve over a beautiful lit waterfall. The Alexanders became the leaders of the “it” group of Celebrities in Palm Springs. They had acquired the Tennis and Racquet Club in Palm Springs, in which, along with their new Estate, they lavishly entertained the Hollywood “it” group.

If you like mysteries, the quest of who designed this Masterpiece of Mid-century Modernism, still exists. The Estate would gladly welcome any and all information that could resolve this question once and for all time.

What is definite is that the Alexander Estate is a beautiful specimen of midcentury modernism, named “The House of Tomorrow”

in an extensive 1960’s Look Magazine spread.

The Estate entered a new chapter of its life and became an American cultural icon when Elvis Presley lived in the house in the mid-60’s and where on May 1, 1967, it was to be the place that he was to be married to Priscilla, away from the Hollywood press. However, Rona Barrett, the queen of gossip-reporting of the time, caught wind of the imminent “Wedding of the Century” at the Alexander Estate, and the press descended on Palm Springs. Elvis and Priscilla were forced, in the dark of night, to “escape” the Estate through a back garden path to an awaiting limousine that whisked them to Frank Sinatra’s private jet, which brought them to Las Vegas to a hastily arranged wedding ceremony. After they were married and a brief reception, they immediately flew back to Palm Springs and with Elvis’ posse, close friends, and family, celebrated their wedding and then spent their Honeymoon at Elvis’

home, the Alexander Estate.

The fantastic thing about the current Alexander Estate is that the inside of the Estate has lovingly been brought back to the appearance and feel that it had at the time of 1960’s Look Magazine spread and when Elvis lived there, down to recreating the twenty-foot curving sofa in the living room and the Master bedroom.

The Alexander Estate, the home that the “Builder of Palm Springs” magnificently built as his own home and showpiece, is the zenith of Palm Spring’s Modernism, both inside and out.

Tour an Estate that is revered by both Modernism enthusiasts and the legions of Elvis fans.

Treat yourself to this once in a lifetime experience.

You will never forget it.

For more information, please see: ModernismTour.com.

Call 760-322-1192 for Tour reservations. Tours held at multiple times daily during Modernism Week.

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People Twice as Likely to Say They Save, Partner Spends

By Desert Star Staff ATLANTA, -- People who are in relationships are more than twice as likely to claim that they are a saver, but their partner is a spender, according to a new survey by SunTrust Banks, Inc. (NYSE:

STI). Twenty-eight percent of 1,339 people surveyed said that they are a saver and their partner is a spender, but only 13 percent admitted that they are a spender and their partner is a saver.

SunTrust conducted the

By Desert Star Staff Is your fitness routine stuck in a rut? Searching for ways to spend more time with your family?

Why not combine these goals? There are a variety of ways to lead an active lifestyle that are suitable for the whole family and can include children of all ages.

Let these four creative ideas help you turn each day into an opportunity to

get fit and have fun as a family, without stepping foot into the gym. As with any workout, it’s important to have the proper gear, and that starts with footwear.

So, each exercise below has a suggestion of what to look for when it comes to choosing the right shoe.

• Participate in a charity run/walk: Whether you’re a seasoned runner or have just signed up to run your

survey as part of its ongoing effort to understand consumer attitudes toward money and help people take a step toward financial confidence through the onUp Movement.

The SunTrust study suggests that differing views about spending lead to relationship stress. According to the findings, finances are tied with annoying habits (both at 24 percent) as the top stressors among couples who experience relationship stress. One in seven people have even ended a relationship over money.

“People are prone to view their spending as necessary, but a partner’s spending as excessive,” said Brian Nelson Ford, financial wellbeing executive at SunTrust.

“Seeing the same purchase from two totally different perspectives creates the perfect environment for stress and arguments to happen.”

For some couples, the solution is separate accounts.

SunTrust’s research found that 57 percent of couples keep at least some of their accounts separate. Within this group, more than a quarter (27 percent) said they did it to prevent fights about money.

“Arguments about money

are really disagreements about what a couple values,” Ford said. “Instead of going straight into a conversation about money with your partner, begin with a deep dive into what’s important to each of you, whether it’s travel, a comfortable retirement or buying a home. If you can agree on those things, it’s a lot easier to agree on where your money should be spent.”

Ford suggests considering these five questions when starting a productive conversation about money to help couples become more financially confident: 1. What do you value most? Talk about your main priorities in life. The ones that overlap will be easier to save for since both of you will be motivated to achieve them. However, take note of your differences. That’s where financial conflict can enter the relationship.

2. What’s your money history? Be open about your financial successes and failures. Transparency about financial decisions that are still impacting you today can go a long way toward building trust. From student loans to credit card debt, poor credit or even a really smart

investment decision, open up about your financial past.

3. Do you have specific financial goals? Once you’ve covered your values and current financial situation, it’s time to talk about specific goals. Whether you want to buy a home with your partner or add to your nest egg before having a baby, write down each of your financial objectives separately – and then compare them with your partner’s list.

4. Do you want to combine accounts? Candidly discuss the reservations you have about combining bank accounts. Do you trust the other person to spend responsibly? Are you trying to maintain some independence? Are your incomes significantly different? The answers to these questions will impact how ready you are to have joint accounts.

5. What’s your limit?

If you decide to combine accounts, agree in advance to talk about purchases over a certain dollar amount.

Ask your partner: When do I need to check with you before making a purchase?

Having that conversation can prevent future conflict.

first 5K, many fundraising races accommodate the entire family. For younger children, look for events that allow jogging strollers or that host a Fun Run. Events that show the importance of communities working together for a larger cause can provide a bonus to the fun.

Shoe to try: Nike, Adidas and Converse all have a variety of “updated classic” styles available in men, women and children’s sizing, so that every family member can find a pair that reflects their personalities, while also providing necessary support for race day.

• Outdoor activities: Heading outdoors to go camping or hiking burns calories, while providing incredible views and memories.

Shoe to try: Built to go off-roading, ASICS hiking

shoes features reversed lugs on the outsole to ensure a dependable grip both uphill and downhill.

• HIIT: High-Intensity interval training is being incorporated into a lot of workouts these days.

HIIT workouts alternate a quick, intense period of exercise, such as running or cycling, followed by a short, active recovery.

Shoe to try: A lightweight cross training shoes with a stable base -- such as a Nike Flex Trainer -- are a good selection when it comes to HIIT workouts.

• Bodyweight training: The benefits of bodyweight training are seemingly endless. From pushups to squats, these exercises require no additional equipment and can be done anywhere and performed with many modifications.

Get creative with your

family by doing a circuit of your favorite bodyweight exercises in the park.

Shoe to try: A shoe with a mesh and synthetic upper material is designed to keep feet cool. Find this feature in a style, such as the New Balance, which also have special midsoles to ensure comfort from start to finish.

New footwear is a great way for each family member to show his or her style, while getting motivated to meet fitness goals. Once you’ve got the plan in place, get into a fitness routine that works for your family and stick with it. For a one-stopshopping experience, visit the Athletic Shop at Rack Room Shoes in stores or online.

To help ensure that everyone meets their fitness goals, consider combining fun family quality time with your workouts. StatePoint

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Riverside County. Full name of registrant: AMELIA-MENDOZA MENDOZA, 2002 VICTORIA RD, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed AMELIA- -MENDOZA MENDOZA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 30, 2018.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201801425. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council of PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-5029 February 9, the City of Desert Hot Springs will consider the fol- 16, 23, 2018, March 2, 2018 lowing: 1) An Amendment toa Conditional Use Permit Application (CUP 04-16) to allow for additional FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE uses (manufacturing, distribution, transportation, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIetc.) within the building that was approved for the NESS AS: HANDICAP DRIVER TRAINING, 22961 original Conditional Use Permit, and 2) an Amend- NORBERT STREET, PERRIS, CA 92570. Riverment to the Development Agreement (DA 02-16) to side County. Full name of registrant: FRANKLIN add the additional, requested activities (manufactur- MICHAEL BOUTELLE, 22691 NORBERT STREET, ing, distribution, testing, etc.). The Public Hearing PERRIS, CA 92570. Business is conducted by: will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday February INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact 20th, 2018 TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter business under the fictitious business name(s) listed as the matter may be heard) LOCATION: Carl May above on 1/2/2004. I declare that all the information Community Center 11711 West Drive, Desert Hot in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, Springs, California, 92240 CASE(S):Amendment who declares as true, information which he or she to Conditional Use Permit No 04-16 & Develop- knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ment Agreement 02-16 LOCATION: The project is FRANKLIN MICHAEL BOUTELLE. This statement located at southwest corner of San Jacinto Lane was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County and Cabot Road within the General Plan Light on January 31, 2018. Peter Aldana, AssessorCounty Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201801490.

Industrial (I-L) Zone.

NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018 DSW18-5022

APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Vets Leaf PROPOSAL: Consideration of an amendment to Conditional Use Permit No 04-16, to allow for additional uses (manufacturing, transportation, distribution, testing, etc.) within the previously approved building, and to allow for a 0.5 construction phase plan.

ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: On July 5th, 2016, the City Council approved the Vets Leaf (formerly known as the Black Pepper) Cultivation Project and in doing so certified the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Project. Pursuant to Section 15162(a) of the CEQA regulations, once an MND has been certified for a project, no subsequent environmental review needs to be completed unless there are substantial changes in the project that warrant additional review. The City Council only needs to make a finding that the request for an amendment is consistent with the original MND, and no further analysis is required. No significant changes are proposed as a part of the proposed amendment.

On February 20, 2018, the City Council, at the public hearing or during deliberations, may recommend approval, denial, or propose changes to the project or to the environmental determination. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing. All information regarding the proposed project is available for public review at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, during regular business hours (Monday through Thursday, 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM). QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Scott Taschner Mailing Address: Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 256 Email: staschner@cityofdhs.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA):In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs.org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility. Publish February 9, 2018 DSW18-5028

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: CARRERA AIR, 82660 INDIO BLVD., INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County; P.O. BOX 6193, LA QUINTA, CA 92248. Full name of registrant: ANDRES JAMES CARRERA, 78970 SONESTA WAY, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 5/17/2011. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ANDRES JAMES CARRERA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 31, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201801459. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish February 2, 9, 16, 23, 2018 DSW18-5021.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: COACHELLA CACTUS+SUCCULENTS, 13450 AVENIDA HERMOSA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: KARI ANN TANNER, 13450 AVENIDA HERMOSA, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed KARI ANN TANNER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 11, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201800521. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT DSW18-5018 January 26, February 2, 9, 16, 2018 THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE BUSINESS AS: ELITE TOW & TRANSPORT, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI85150 CALLE ROSA, COACHELLA, CA 92236. NESS AS: WEALTH EMBROIDERY & SCREEN Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MAURO PRINTING, 37517 FOSSDYKE STREET, INDIO, ALONSO GODINEZ PEREZ, 85150 CALLE ROSA, CA 92203. Riverside County. Full name of regisCOACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted trant: SAMUEL REED MYERS, 37517 FOSSDYKE by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun STREET, INDIO, CA 92203. Business is conducted to transact business under the fictitious name(s) by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to listed above. I declare that all the information in this transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who above. I declare that all the information in this statedeclares as true, information which he or she knows ment is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed MAURO as true, information which he or she knows to be ALONSO GODINEZ PEREZ. This statement was false, is guilty of a crime) Signed SAMUEL REED filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on MYERS. This statement was filed with the County January 11, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk of Riverside County on January 8, 2018.

Clerk-Recorder File No.R-201800525. NOTICE — Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT No.R-201800347. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTIMUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE BUSINESS NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COM- NAME IN IOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER MON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSI- UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW NESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-5031 (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND February 9, 16, 23, 2018, March 2, 2018 PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-5013 January 19, FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE 26, February 2, 9, 2018 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE NESS AS: EMERGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, 83-135 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIREQUA AVE SUITE 6, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside NESS AS: BRAD SCHMETT REAL ESTATE GROUP, County; 1002 LYONS COURT, BANNING, CA 47100 WASHINGTON STREET , SUITE 204, LA 92220. Full name of registrant: JEFFREY MICHAEL QUINTA, CA 92253. Riverside County; 78220 HOHMAN 1002 LYONS COURT, BANNING, CA CALLE CADIZ, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Full name 92220; ERICK- -RODRIGUEZ, 66389 BUENA of registrant: BRADLEY STEVEN SCHMETT, 78220 VISTA AVE, UNIT A, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA CALLE CADIZ, LA QUINTA, CA 92253. Business is 92240; PEDRO- -PEREIRA, 19608 TUMBLEWEED conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced TRAIL, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241; EDU- to transact business under the fictitious business ARDO- -CARDENAS, 48909 CHARLTON PEAK ST, name(s) listed above on 2012 I declare that all the COACHELLA, CA 92236. Business is conducted by: information in this statement is true and correct. (A GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant commenced registrant, who declares as true, information which to transact business under the fictitious business he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) name(s) listed above on 01/02/2018. I declare Signed: BRADLEY STEVEN SCHMETT. This statethat all the information in this statement is true and ment was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, informa- County on January 16, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assestion which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of sor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201800636. a crime) Signed: JEFFREY MICHAEL HOHMAN. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME This statement was filed with the County Clerk STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE of Riverside County on February 7, 2018. Peter DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS R-201801863. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME Publish January 19, 26, 2018, February 2, 9, 2018 IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER DSW18-5012.

UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE PROFESSIONS CODE).Publish February 9, 16, 23, FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI2018, March 2, 2018 DSW18-5030 NESS AS: THE FLUSTERS, 74904 JONI DRIVE, UNIT 7B, PALM DESERT, CA 92260. Riverside

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County; 43376 COOK ST., UNIT 193, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Full name of registrant: DOUGLAS LYNN VANGANT JR., 43376 COOK ST., UNIT 193, PALM DESERT, CA 92211; DAN MCKINNON WHITE, 52990 DOUBLE VIEW DR., IDYLLWILD, CA 92549. Business is conducted by: CO-PARTNERS. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on 02/14/2015 I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: DOUGLAS LYNN VANGANT JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on January 16, 2018. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201800646. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE).

Publish January 19, 26, 2018, February 2, 9, 2018 DSW18-5011.

NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. : 20110033501156 Title Order No.: 110394273 FHA/ VA/PMI No.: ATTENTION RECORDER: THE FOLLOWING REFERENCE TO AN ATTACHED SUMMARY APPLIES ONLY TO COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR, NOT TO THIS RECORDED ORIGINAL NOTICE. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 10/13/2006. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust Recorded on 10/31/2006 as Instrument No. 2006-0800590 of official records in the office of the County Recorder of RIVERSIDE County, State of CALIFORNIA. EXECUTED BY: JAMES D. WELKER, A SINGLE MAN, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by California Civil Code 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States). DATE OF SALE: 03/13/2018. TIME OF SALE: 9:00 AM. PLACE OF SALE: IN FRONT OF THE CORONA CIVIC CENTER, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA,CA 92882. STREET ADDRESS and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 71560 BISKRA ROAD, RANCHO MIRAGE, CALIFORNIA 92270. APN#: 684-381-012. 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied,regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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 $698,067.63. 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 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 714-730-2727 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site www.servicelinkASAP.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case 20110033501156.

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. FOR TRUSTEE SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL:AGENCY SALES and POSTING 714-730-2727 www.servicelinkASAP. com BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP as Trustee 20955 Pathfinder Road, Suite 300 Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (866) 795-1852 Dated: 02/05/2018 BARRETT DAFFIN FRAPPIER TREDER and WEISS, LLP IS ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. A-4646075 02/09/2018, 02/16/2018, 02/23/2018. DSW18-5027 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 17-00252-2 Loan No: HEALING NATURE APN 665-030-030-9 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST WITH ASSIGNMENT OF RENTS DATED January 3, 2017. 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 PROCEEDINGS AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. On February 23, 2018, at 09:00 AM, In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882, FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, as the duly appointed Trustee (the “Trustee”), under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust with Assignment of Rents recorded on January 5, 2017, as Instrument No. 2017-0005781 of official records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, CA, executed by: HEALING NATURE, LLC, A PENNSYLVANIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, as Trustor (the “Trustor”), in favor of BRATSS, A CALIFORNIA GENERAL PARTNERSHIP, as Beneficiary, and any modifications thereto are collectively referred to herein from time to time as the “Deed of Trust”, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO THE HIGHEST BIDDER, in lawful money of the United States, all payable at the time of sale, that certain property situated in said County, California describing the land therein as: LOT 13 OF SUNNY SANDS RANCHO NO. 3, IN THE CITY OF DESERT HOT SPRINGS, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 25, PAGE 84 OF RECORDS OF SURVEY, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. EXCEPTING THEREFROM AN UNDIVIDED ONE-HALF OF ALL OIL, GAS, MINERALS AND OTHER HYDROCARBON SUBSTANCES LYING BELOW A DEPTH OF 500 FEET, FROM THE SURFACE OF SAID LAND, BUT WITHOUT THE RIGHT OF ENTRY UPON A PORTION OF THE SURFACE ABOVE A DEPTH OF 500 FEET, TO TAKE, MARKET, MINE, EXPLORE OR DRILL FOR SAME AS RESERVED BY KRANSHIRE REALTY and INVESTMENT COMPANY, IN DOCUMENT RECORDED JUNE 20, 1967 AS INSTRUMENT NO. 53192 OF OFFICIAL RECORDS. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are con-

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sidering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the Property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the Property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the Property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this Property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the Property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this Property, you may call 714.730.2727 or visit this Internet Website www.servicelinkasap.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-00252-2.

Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Website.

The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. The real Property heretofore described is being sold “as is”. The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real Property described above is purported to be: 65089 SAN JACINTO LANE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA. 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 made without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining unpaid balance of the obligations secured by and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust (together with any modifications thereto).The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligations secured by the Property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $2,572,704.25 (Estimated), provided, however, prepayment premiums, accrued interest and advances will increase this figure prior to sale. Beneficiary’s bid at said sale may include all or part of said amount. In addition to cash, the Trustee will accept a cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, savings association or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the California Financial Code and authorized to do business in California, or other such funds as may be acceptable to the trustee. In the event tender other than cash is accepted, the Trustee may withhold the issuance of the Trustee’s Deed Upon Sale until funds become available to the payee or endorsee as a matter of right. The Property offered for sale excludes all funds held on account by the Property receiver, if applicable. DATE: January 29, 2018 FIDELITY NATIONAL TITLE COMPANY, TRUSTEE 17-00252-2 1101 Investment Blvd., Suite 170 El Dorado Hills, CA 95762 916-636-0114 Sara Berens, Authorized Signor. SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ON LINE AT www.servicelinkasap. com AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL 714.730.2727. A-4645652 02/02/2018, 02/09/2018, 02/16/2018 DSW18-5020 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE Trustee Sale No. 135077 Title No. 95518050 NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED. YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 12/07/2005.

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 02/28/2018 at 9:00 AM, The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC, as duly appointed Trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 12/20/2005, as Instrument No. 2005-1047758, in book xx, page xx, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of California, executed by Clare F. Adams, a Single Woman, WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK/CASH EQUIVALENT or other form of payment authorized by 2924h(b), (payable at time of sale in lawful money of the United States), at 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880 -Auction.com Room. 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: FULLY DESCRIBED IN THE ABOVE DEED OF TRUST. APN 693-053-015-2.

The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 32155 Oakland Hills Street, Thousand Palms, CA 92276. 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 made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust, with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, if any, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created 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: $87,036.58. 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 written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. Dated: 1/26/2018 THE MORTGAGE LAW FIRM, PLC Adriana Durham/Authorized Signature 27455 Tierra Alta Way, Ste. B, Temecula, CA 92590 (619) 465-8200. FOR TRUSTEE’S SALE INFORMATION PLEASE CALL (800) 280-2832. The Mortgage Law Firm, PLC. may be attempting to collect a debt.

Any information obtained may be used for that purpose. 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 (800) 280-2832 for information regarding the trustee’s sale or visit this Internet Web site - www.Auction.com - for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case: 135077. 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

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way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. A-FN4645423 02/02/2018, 02/09/2018, 02/16/2018. DSW18-5019 T.S. No. 17-48253 APN: 610-124-008-0 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/17/2008.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: MARY JAIME, A SINGLE WOMAN AND VIRGINIA SANTILLAN, A SINGLE WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Zieve, Brodnax & Steele, LLP Deed of Trust recorded 10/22/2008 as Instrument No. 2008-0565141 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale:2/15/2018 at 9:30 AM Place of Sale: In the area in front of 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, California 92881. Estimated amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $179,635.39 Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt owed. Street Address or other common designation of real property 82220 OCOTILLO RD INDIO, California 92201 AKA 82220 OCOTILLO AVE INDIO, California 92201 Described as follows: LOT 169 OF GREATER INDIO ADDITION NO. 1, UNIT NO. 2, IN THE CITY OF INDIO, AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 37, PAGES 23 AND 24 OF MAPS, RIVERSIDE COUNTY RECORDS.A.P.N #.: 610-124-008-0 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of 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 (714) 848-9272 or visit this Internet Web site www.elitepostandpub.com, using the file number assigned to this case 17-48253.

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. Dated: 1/23/2018 Zieve, Brodnax & Steele, LLP, as Trustee 30 Corporate Park, Suite 450 Irvine, CA 92606 For Non-Automated Sale Information, call: (714) 8487920 For Sale Information: (714) 848-9272 www. elitepostandpub.com ________________________ _________ Christine O’Brien, Trustee Sale Officer THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE EPP 24437 Pub Dates 01/26, 02/02, 02/09/2018. DSW18-5016

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“Dirty Blonde” the story of Mae West in her Heyday from 1930’s to 1980

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By Jack Lyons Theatre and Film Critic Member American Theatre Critics Association “Why don’t you come up sometime and see me,” is an oft-misquoted line from the 1933 film “She Done Him, Wrong,” where Mae West utters that now famous line to Cary Grant.

However, 85 years ago, it was considered a scandalous exchange for movie audiences to hear. Over her career, Mae West uttered many a sexually code-worded dialogue to the delight of her fans and audiences. No so, however, to the censors of the day.

Some of her funnier quotable quotes were: “When I’m good, I’m very good. But when I’m bad, I’m better” or “It’s not the men in your life that counts, it’s the life in your men.” Mae was Queen of the double entendre when it came to sexual situations.

She was a sensuous, sexy, bawdy, smart and funny performer who was an accomplished singer, actor, playwright, and screenwriter; and a genius at self-promotion; generating and capitalizing on sex-related controversy.

Now, where have we heard and seen that type of behavior before? In the interest of full transparency, I saw Mae West perform in “Diamond Lil” at the Blackstone Theatre in Chicago, in 1948. Needless to say, I

became an instant fan of the flamboyant and outrageous Miss West, and No, I’m not a relative of Dorian Gray, just a longtime theatre aficionado who is still passionate and still writes about theatre and film.

Which brings us to the highly entertaining Coyote StageWorks production of “Dirty Blonde”, written by Claudia Shear, from an idea conceived by Shear and James Lapine that is cleverly and crisply staged by professional director James Gruessing,Jr. The story set in Los Angeles in 2015 centers around the memory of Mae West in a series of vignettes which flash backward, and forward again as we meet new characters who inhabit the world of Mae West. Setting the play in motion are two adoring fans of Mae, Jo (Bets Malone) and Charlie (Steve Gunderson) who meet at the gravesite of Mae West to pay homage to their idol.

The brilliant cast of three professional/Equity actors performs 18 characters on the stage of the Annenberg Theatre, located inside the Palm Springs Art Museum.

Bets Malone renders a star turn as Mae West and as Jo, a young office temp worker, and aspiring actor who idolizes West. Ms. Malone flawlessly captures the personality, sass, and brassy traits of the legendary Mae West even to that sultry voice that seduced many men over the years.

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Steve Gunderson & Bets Malone. Photo by David A. Lee transformational production is the wonderful Steve Gunderson as Charlie, a film archivist so addicted to Mae West that he is a walking, talking, Mae West fan that has a collection of lookalike clothes in his closet, and lots of studio pictures and posters, and playbills from Mae’s long career. The talented playwright/director/actor Gunderson plays nine different characters in “Dirty Blonde”: Harry, Timothy, Lt. Gregg, The Judge, Duchess, Kid Moreno, W.C. Fields, and a muscleman.

The incomparable Larry Raben, actor, director, and dancer plays seven parts: Man,

Armando, Joe Frisco, Frank Wallace, Edward Eisnor, Ed Hearn, and a muscleman.

Mr. Raben is an acting company in himself. He does it all. Impeccable comedy timing and an instinct for inventiveness, the works! Just four words sum up his performance.

He’s simply the best.

Director Gruessing knows how to orchestrate the talents of his superb cast that result in a winning production. The technical components, led by Gruessing, also shine in their various disciplines. The Set Design by Josh Claybaugh

is clean and sophisticated.

The lighting Design by the redoubtable Ms. Moira Wilke, and the stunning costumes

by Bonnie Nipar, along with Sound and Projection Design

by David Engle compliment this stellar production by Producer Chuck Yates.

“Dirty Blonde” is a splendid evening of theatre that performs at CoyoteStageWorks, located inside the Palm Springs Art Museum, and runs through February 11th, 2018. For tickets go online to www.

CoyoteStageWorks.org or call 760-325-4490.

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