Desert Star Weekly January 3, 2018 issue

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New Laws for CA Drivers KMIR NBC News The New Year is just around the corner, and while that means a bunch of New Year’s resolutions, it also means new laws.

The California Department of Motor Vehicles has released a listr of new laws that will be going into effect starting Jan. 1, 2018, so anyone who is not planning to ditch their vehicle

next year should be aware of how those laws will affect them.

Below is a list of the new laws and a brief description of each.

Cannabis Use in Vehicles (SB 65): This law prevents drivers or passengers from smoking or otherwise consuming marijuana products while driving or riding in a car.

The DMV will add negligent

driver points to those who violate this law. Additionally, the DMV will update the California Driver Handbook, the Motorcycle Handbook and the DMV website to include information about the new law.

Seatbelts in Buses (SB 20): Beginning Jan.1, 2018, this law requires that a passenger on a bus that has seatbelts use those seatbelts. This law

also prevents parents, legal guardians, or anyone operating a bus from driving any child who is at least 8 years old or under 16 years old, or allowing them to be driven in said bus, unless that child is properly restrained by a seatbelt or other restraining feature that complies with federal safety standards. A violation of this law could result in a ticket.

DUI - Passenger for Hire (AB 2687): Beginning July 1, 2018, anyone who gets paid to transport passengers in their personal vehicles (think Uber and Lyft) cannot have blood alcohol level of .04 or more when there is a passenger inside. This means those drivers will need to maintain Continues on Page 7

Now Hiring for Annual Riverside County Fair & National Date Fest

By Desert Star Staff Indio, CA- The Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is ready to staff up in preparation for the Fair’s ten days of fun, February 16-25, 2018.

Through the assistance of the Riverside County Human Resources Department’s Temporary Assignment Program, the Riverside County Fair & National Date Festival is now accepting applications for multiple temporary positions under three classifications.

We are in search of Custodians and Laborers.

These two positions play a key role in keeping the Fairgrounds

a fun, clean and safe place for all the festival-goers to enjoy.

The custodian position will pay $11.16 per hour and the laborer is $12.72 per hour.

All interested candidates must apply online by visiting the website www.rc-hr.com.

If you do not have a Job Gateway Account, please follow the link and instructions to create one. Once setup, or if you already have an account, you may do a job search for “Job Id: 8928 TEMPORARY CUSTODIAN 2018 DATE FESTIVAL” or “Job Id: 9013 TEMPORARY LABORER

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Camelot New Years Party

Guests John Hodges, Darrin Collins, Writer&Director-Del Shores, with Preston Stubbs and Knight Champion. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause The Camelot Theatre held a, Very Sordid New Year’s Eve party, with a chicken dinner buffet on New Year’s Eve to show the movie, A Very Sordid Wedding. The is one of Del Shores movies that have become legends in the Valley. The actors, producers, and staff were a part of this special night. They kept it an intimate affair with Less than 90 people attending.

They wanted to make it a

small and friendly party.

Ann Walker, Newell, and Rosemary Alexander are significant characters in the movie. They mingled with all the guests, and Del Shores made the rounds greeting people and posing for photos with the cast. There was an extensive buffet of fried chicken and all the trimmings in the upstairs bar of the Theatre. The night was much more than just a showing of a movie. There was stand up

Actors Rosemary and Newell Alexander and Ann Walker. Photo by Pat Krause.

comedy and singing. Each of the actors took part in the premovie and after movie skits Del Shore and Ann Walker greeted all the guest as they entered the Theatre in a live chat format. Rosemary and Newell Alexander sang, Burn Down The Trailer Park, that was in the film.

Everson Collins, Producer of the documentary, sang, What Are You Doing New Year’s Eve. Collins and Blake Mclver, who is the writer and

a performer in the film, sang Suddenly Seymour, also from the movie. Then there was a Costume Contest for people who came dressed as characters in the movie. Del Shores took to the stage to deliver even more comedy.

Then at 9:30 the film, A Very Sordid Wedding, was shown. After the movie, Collins and Mclver came on stage wearing the bridesmaid’s dresses from the film singing, SISTERS,

and, This Is Who We Are, all from the film. These songs were sung after the closing credits of the movie. Then it was time to for the New Year’s Eve Party, to begin with, New Year’s Eve hats and noisemakers. They held a Champagne Toast to celebrate the New Year in SORDID STYLE. This film is another legendary movie by Del Shores that everyone should see.

Palm Springs New Years Party 2018

James March, Joel Cruz Jr, Caterer & Bar Mgr-Tony Marchese with Julio Cortes and Guests, Martin van Hulst from Holland, Elisabet Norell from Sweden with Lynn and David Ibarra. Photo by Pat Krause.

Brian Bell from Palm Desert. Photo by Pat Krause.

Story and Photos by Pat Krause Palm Springs held a very special New Year’s Eve spectacular on the grounds of the Spa Resort Casino.

Thousands stood in line waiting for the gates to open. The night was only a little chilly as we have great weather this season. The PS New Years is one big event as vendors were selling all kinds of foods. There was a lot of games for the whole family. As I walked around the area, I noticed there were so many things for people to do on New Year’s Eve. There were games for all ages.

Families showed up in force as there was so much for children to do on this particular night. A vast Ferris Wheel stood at one end of the grounds, and the rides were free for everyone. There was a climbing wall, a place to shoot hoops like the LA Clippers and fun stuff like face painting. One of the most

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exciting things to do was the ride in the Huge Balloons. The bigger balloon held 10 People, and the smaller one kept 6, and it was only $10 for a trip.

The Balloon went up about 100 feet so they could see a lot of the Valley and the whole grounds. It gave people a taste of what a full balloon ride would be like. The entrance was free, and most of the games were free to play.

There were all kinds of foods and beverages. Hot dogs, gyros, Mexican fare, Angus beef sandwiches, brats, popcorn and more. The night was a bit cool, so they provided heaters in the food area for those that wanted to warm up a bit. D. J.J Dense provided the music and there was a significant area for dancing. One estimate of the people attending was close to 15,000 but would have to wait for a final tally later.

There was a VIP area where guests paid $100 to

be able to have two drinks, eat appetizers, have priority seating for the concert and get a unique lapel pin to commemorate the night. The main entertainment started at 10 with the White T’s performing. They added extra

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seats this year expecting an even more significant crowd than last year. There was a general admission area to watch the concert for $50 and a standing space for only $35. Fireworks started at midnight, first from atop a tall

Palm Tree with a flashing 2018 sign and then from the rooftop of the Spa Casino Resort for an even more spectacular display. Nothing was missed to celebrate bringing in the New Year in style.

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HOA Member’s New Year Resolutions

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL [Today’s column is second in a four-part series, with possible resolutions for the HOA owner. Next week’s installment will suggest ideas for managers.]

I, the HOA member, resolve to: NUMBER ONE: 1. Follow the Golden Rule. (paraphrase: “Treat others as you would like to be treated”) MY ATTITUDE: 2. Not refer to the HOA or board as “they,” since

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it is all “us.” The directors are also members who pay assessments and give their time to benefit us all.

3. Be neighborly, because shared ownership fails without cooperation.

4. Assume our directors are doing their best as volunteers, and give them the benefit of the doubt.

5. Not first assume the board is incompetent or dishonest when I believe it is overspending.

6. Avoid the “my home, my castle” attitude. We share the benefits of common interest ownership, which means we also agree to share the control of our property.

7. Ask questions before making statements, criticizing, or even accusing.

8. Acknowledge the board may have more information than me. This doesn’t mean the board is right, but it does mean my opinion might not be fully informed.

9. Take the long view of our association property, supporting growth of our capital reserves fund and maintaining our buildings.

HELP BOARD MEETINGS: 14. Insist the board follow the Open Meeting Act, and only handle in closed session the limited items allowed by law. I will also help to contribute to orderly meetings.

15. Review the posted agenda before attending board meetings.

16. Organize my open forum remarks, and accept that the board may not immediately have an answer or response to my

COMMUNITY BUILDING 21. Find ways to enhance our community’s image.

22. Try to resolve disputes with a neighbor or the association before “going legal.” Legal disputes can fracture relationships for years. Neighborhood resolution is almost always more effective than lawyer action and court orders.

23. Participate in all member votes, even if only

By Janice Gough Many nonprofit health insurers seem to be hunkering down and trying to stand up to the administration: they have elected chief executives from two of the most enthusiastic insurance company players in the ACA system to lead both America’s Health Insurance Plans and the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association.

These publicly traded health insurers seem to be coping by doing what they can to retreat from the individual primary medical insurance market and avoid talking too much about their role in the fully insured employer-sponsored health plan market. UnitedHealth Group Inc., for example, is calling itself a healthcare company, while Aetna Inc. is trying to become a division of a drug store chain. And Anthem has reduced its PPO network in CA. to 5 counties, and this is one away to step away from the market, without drawing attention to this move while still maintaining ACA compliance.

If the individual major medical market stays as unpredictable in 2018 as it’s been in 2017, and some of that upheaval spills over into other health insurance sectors, what then?

Rates are astronomical, especially for older participants. It has forced

many people to go to high deductible plans, in which patients must manage $6350 deductibles before anything gets paid. Industry participants expect to see higher unmanageable debt expenses in 2018, given the difficulty in collecting amounts owed by consumers due to the vast amounts they have out of pocket to pay.

Even though you get the bells and whistles of the Preventative testing at “no charge,” Americans must come to understand that there is no “free lunch.”

These benefits form a large component of the premium one pays. Consumers may wish to ask Congress to limit some of these “no charge” benefits to get lower deductible plans. They are embedded in all ACA plans.

The Affordable Care Act includes a provision officially allowing the sale of a kind of arrangement that could, in theory, provide something like right individual primary medical insurance: health care costsharing Ministry memberships.

Ministries, in business, when the ACA came along, can continue to sell memberships without facing ACA mandates, or any other federal regulations or oversights whatsoever. A rapid expansion of health care cost-sharing ministries could be another symptom of individual major medical market breakdown.

Many insurers, agents, and consumers have

already tried to sidestep the challenges plaguing the individual primary medical market, by focusing more on partial personal major therapeutic substitutes, such as short-term health insurance or hospital indemnity insurance. Fear of patients’ facing serious gaps in coverage, and lawsuits, have held down many agents’ sales of primary medical substitutes. As a warning to anyone who may seek coverage under these lowprice plans, large brokers on the internet, post meager rates under the “Ministry title.”

They are offering indemnity plans, with a lot of exclusions, which could leave one with Thousands of unexpected dollars out-of-pocket. If you enter your contact information on one of these sites, the broker sends this info to thousands of salespeople and your phones will ring for days. The plans offered are not Ministry plans. If you are considering a Ministry plan, look up the plans that are available first, and then contact them directly.

A wave of hospital failures could affect patients with group health coverage or Medicare coverage as well as those with individual major medical coverage and Medicaid. If Congress, somehow imposes sharp reductions in Medicare or Medicaid reimbursement rates, that could push some hospitals over the edge.

BE KNOWLEDGEABLE: 10. Read the information the HOA sends to me.

11. Be familiar with the CC&R’s, bylaws, and rules.

I will reduce confusion and disputes by understanding the use restrictions and rules.

12. Read the association budget and reserve study. I will ask informed questions, particularly about deviations from budget.

13. If I ask to review financial documents, I will not ask for “everything,” and request only documents which I really need, acknowledging my manager is not a librarian.

questions or suggestions 17. I will use my open forum time to inform the board, not to argue with them, and after open forum I will not interrupt board deliberations.

18. Encourage others attending board meetings to behave with decorum and respect, as we are all neighbors.

HELPING: 19. Join a committee, helping share the load of operating our HOA. 20. If I disagree with the board, I will first provide suggestions and information before criticizing.

by mailing in my ballot.

24. Join a Community Associations Institute chapter, and suggest our HOA encourage directors to be educated members and hire credentialed managers.

25. Frequently find opportunities to thank our directors, committees, and manager for their service to the community.

26. Vote for directors who will have an attitude of service and do things the right way.

LAST: 27. Follow the Golden Rule.

Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. is a Fellow of the College of Community Association Lawyers and Senior Partner of Richardson Ober PC, a California law firm known for community association expertise. Submit questions to Kelly@RichardsonOber. com. Past columns at www.

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Will Health Care Plans and the ACA Survive?

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Estimated profit margins for larger Hospitals may maintain stability, however smaller hospitals, are many times located in rural areas and treat many lower-income patients.

They work on thin profit margins and may not sustain.

A long drive to get to a hospital may not save your life.

Although mental health parity is included in health plans, it may be difficult for one to find a psychologist, as many are dropping out of the covered market.

Mental health care providers refuse to provide care for the rates health plans are willing to pay them. Just as psychological health doctors opt out, it is expected that payers will continue to focus on containing costs. If health plans try to cut costs too much, it’s possible that large numbers of medical doctors could follow mental health care providers out of the health plan.

The future of the U.S. health insurance market is still up in the air. Perhaps, we all need to unite on this issue to save the excellent healthcare system we had. Next week’s article will include my take on solutions. Stay tuned.

Janice Gough is a Financial Advisor in Palm Springs. She may be reached via email at janice@ goughfinancialsvcs.com or by calling (760) 2517724 or (650) 200-8291.

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March Field Air Museum Proudly Launches “Up-Close Aircraft Days”

By Desert Star Staff RIVERSIDE, Calif. – March Field Air Museum is proud to launch an interactive and new program for guests titled “UpClose Aircraft Days.” Beginning on Saturday, January 13, 2018, and continuing every second Saturday, a different aircraft will be featured each month. Guests will have the opportunity for a close look – sometimes climbing stairs to get a close-up view into the cargo bay or cockpit, other times even climbing aboard. The new “Up-Close Aircraft Days” will take place every second Saturday at the museum, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., throughout 2018.

The very first “Up-Close Aircraft Day” is scheduled for Saturday, January 13. The featured aircraft this day will be the Douglas C-54 Skymaster, a four-engine transport aircraft used by the U.S. military in World War II and the Korean War. Derived from pre-war plans for a civilian airliner (the Douglas DC-4), the C-54’s primary role was the transport of cargo. However, C-54s also served as VIP transports, carrying presidents, prime ministers, and high-ranking military officers. During the

Berlin Airlift, Skymasters hauled coal and food to West Berlin, successfully defeating a Soviet blockade. The museum’s C-54 has its own unique history, being delivered to the U.S. Army Air Forces in 1945 then transferred to the U.S. Navy (where it was redesignated an R5D). Our C-54 spent most of its career as a U.S. Marine Corps transport based at various installations, including San Diego and El Toro, ending its active service as a civilian water-dropping, firefighting aircraft based at nearby Hemet-Ryan airport.

On Saturday, February 10, one of the iconic bombers of World War II – a B-17 Flying Fortress recently restored to its shiny WWII aluminum appearance – will be the center of attention for the next “UpClose Aircraft Day.” Then in March, the helicopters found within the museum’s Vietnamera fire base exhibit will take center stage for “Up-Close Aircraft Day.” Cargo aircraft, fighter planes and more will be highlighted as part of the program. Knowledgeable museum docents, dressed in period uniforms whenever possible, will be on hand to assist visitors, provide

information and answer questions. The museum’s website will list upcoming “UpClose Aircraft Days” and the featured aircraft each month; for more information, visit www.MarchField.org/calendar.

“This new ‘Up-Close Aircraft Days’ program will allow March Field Air Museum to showcase the incredible aviation heritage of the U.S. Air Force and military, and especially Riverside’s own March Field,” said Executive Director Paul Hammond.

“Today known as March Air

Reserve Base, this architectural gem of a military installation in 2018 is commemorating its presence in our community for 100 years. March Field is the West Coast’s oldest continuously operated military airfield, and a birthplace of the modern Air Force that our nation relies upon today.”

Each “Up-Close Aircraft Days” opportunity will be available from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the scheduled date (museum hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.), and is included with regular Museum admission:

$10 for guests ages 12 years and older; $5 for children ages 5 to 11 years; and free for ages 4 and younger. In case of inclement weather, other aircraft may be substituted.

March Field Air Museum is a top-rated TripAdvisor attraction located alongside Interstate Highway 215 at Van Buren Boulevard, just south of downtown Riverside and adjacent to March Air Reserve Base. For more information about the Museum, please call 951-902-5949 or visit www.MarchField.org

He says his circulation did take a hit when the Internet debuted, but he’s convinced people of all ages in rural communities want to know who was born, who died, and who’s getting married.

“Everybody says, ‘Oh, the young people won’t read the paper, they won’t buy the paper,’” he says.

“Young people grow up, they get married, they have kids, they become involved in their community, they decide they want to know what’s going on in their community and they buy the paper. So, I’m not concerned about young people and their electronic devices.”

He says when rural Americans access local information, they’re also more

likely to engage civically, which includes voting.

Trapp believes in the age of digital distraction; rural newspapers need to provide relevance and value so “information deserts” don’t take hold.

“You know, you’re never going to do an excellent job at everything, but you can do a good job at covering community events and school things,” he explains.

“But you’ve also got to show people where their tax dollars are being spent because that’s what makes a good newspaper.”

There are 7,000 weekly newspapers and 1,200 daily newspapers across the country.

Why America’s Rural Newspapers Still Matter

A well-informed democracy relies on trustworthy news sources, including rural newspapers. (nebraskaweatherphotos.org)

By Desert Star Staff ESPAÑOLA, N.M. – Sixty-three million or 16 percent of U.S. residents live in rural America and, while they increasingly embrace digital technology, they still rely on local newspapers to provide them with news the Internet can’t.

Al Cross, director of the Institute for Rural Journalism, says rural residents are 10 percent less likely to have broadband and smartphones than city-dwellers. And while many don’t believe all the information they read on the Internet, Cross says trust in the local newspaper remains high.

“I think there’s always going to be a demand for

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publishes the Rio Grande news of your locality,” he Sun in Rio Ariba County. says. “I think that journalism is essential for democracy, and rural communities, they deserve journalism - good journalism - too, and that people are always going to want the news of their locality.”

Cross says rural residents no longer expect to get national and international news from their local paper but want school, police and civic information that other news sources don’t provide.

Between 2007 and 2015, more than 100 daily newspapers closed. Many blamed free classified ads on the Internet, smartphones and younger generations who now get their news online.

Bob Trapp owns and

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Simple Tips to Reduce Suffering this Flu Season

By Desert Star Staff U.S. health officials are predicting a harsh flu season. While there is still no cure for flu, there are steps you can take to reduce suffering while the virus takes its course. Some experts suggest starting the quest to feel better by exploring your local health food store.

Dr. Lawrence Rosen, author of several books based on 25 years of practicing pediatric integrative medicine, is offering some advice to ease flu symptoms. While none of the items mentioned in this article have been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, most have a long history and are relatively inexpensive.

• Curative Foods and Beverages: The digestive tract accounts for 70 to 80 percent of the immune system. When battling a virus, foods rich in vitamin C are essential to immune function.

Try drinking a cup of hot water and lemon daily. Onion tea can promote a healthy respiratory system by relieving a cough and sore throat.

Honey, which is a superfood, is a good choice,

coating and soothing the throat, helping control cough, and promoting a restful night’s sleep that is necessary for healing.

• Spiced-up Recipes: Add garlic and oregano to foods for immune support.

Basil, rosemary and thyme help the respiratory tract.

Try different recipes, too. One traditional bedtime treatment in the Dominican Republic is a paste of honey, finely chopped onion and garlic, and the juice of at least half a lime. The vitamin C content found in its ingredients helps boost immunity.

• Indispensable Oils: Add eucalyptus oil to a bath to ease body aches from flu, or inhale drops added to a steaming bowl of water for clearer nasal passages.

Inhale fennel oil similarly as a cough expectorant.

• Homeopathic Medicine: There are few conventional over-the-counter (OTC) drugs specifically for flu symptoms. Antihistamines and decongestants help with head and upper respiratory symptoms that are mostly associated with colds. Flu affects the whole body with

fever, chills, aches and fatigue, and a pain reliever can address some of these symptoms.

To shorten both the duration and severity of flulike symptoms, consider a homeopathic medicine, such as Oscillococcinum. When patients took it within 24 hours of the onset of symptoms, nearly 63 percent showed “clear improvement” or “complete resolution” within 48 hours. It’s the number one over-the-counter flu medicine in France, where it’s been on the market for more than 70 years. The key is to take quick

action against early symptoms.

Recommended for anyone age 2 and up, Oscillo is nondrowsy and doesn’t interact with other medications.

• Healing Herbs and Plants: Homeopathic OTCs use microdoses of plants, animals and minerals; whereas herbal supplements are less diluted with a different therapeutic principle. Astragalus and echinacea supplements purportedly boost immunity. Try teas with eucalyptus leaves or calendula for fever. Elderberry, when taken in extract form, boosts the immune system,

which helps the body respond quickly and strongly to viruses such as influenza.

For more information, check out Dr. Rosen’s book, “Treatment Alternatives for Children,” a comprehensive reference guide for nearly 100 common illnesses, offering side-by-side comparisons between conventional and alternative treatment options.

Don’t suffer more than you must this flu season.

Homeopathic medications and natural homemade treatments may help reduce the severity of symptoms. StatePoint

What New Research Shows About Probiotics and Baby Health

By Desert Star Staff A new clinical trial shows that parents can safely improve gut health in that crucial first year of life while a baby’s metabolism and immune system are developing.

A team of scientists at the University of California Davis have spent years researching a beneficial gut bacteria called B. infantis that has gone missing in nine out of 10 U.S. babies. Scientists attribute this trend to modern medical

practices such as antibiotic usage and C-Sections.

Unfortunately, when this good bacteria is missing, baby’s gut microbiome often becomes disrupted, increasing the risk of developing short- and long-term health issues like colic, eczema, allergies, diabetes and obesity.

The groundbreaking news, notes the new clinical trial, is that a probiotic called Evivo results in rapid and substantial restoration of gut health in babies.

“When the right bacteria for babies is combined with breast milk, it can restore the microbiome to its naturally protective state, boosting levels of good bacteria and reducing levels of potentially

By Desert Star Staff Classes let community members “Set their sights” on techniques for daily living, technology use and self-expression through arts and healthy living Rancho Mirage, CA – Braille Institute announced that it has opened enrollment for free Winter Session classes offered at its new Riverside, California location.

The classes, offered on Mondays from 10 – 11:30 AM, are especially designed

for Riverside residents living with vision loss. The classes emphasize daily living skills and focus on new techniques to help people live well with low vision, celebrate life through arts & healthy living, and feel more confident with daily living safety tips. Winter Series classes and workshops begin January 8 and will run 10 weeks through March 26. To participate, students must be experiencing vision loss (often as a result of macular degeneration,

diabetes, glaucoma, cataracts or other condition) that cannot be corrected by conventional glasses/ contact lenses. Students can receive a referral from a doctor, ophthalmologist, or optician or they can selfrefer. There is no fee to participate in the classes, but students must register with Braille Institute by calling 760-321-1111 or in person at the facility on Mondays during classes, located at the Janet Goeske Center, 5257

harmful bacteria, which have been linked to increased risk for long-term conditions such as eczema, allergies, diabetes and obesity,” says Dr. Tanya Altmann, a pediatrician and best-selling nutrition author.

“Doing this early in a baby’s life has the potential to reduce the risk of these common health issues later in life.”

Researchers say that their most notable finding is that 100 percent of the babies given Evivo in the study had B. infantis fully restored. What’s more, infants given Evivo had 80 percent less potentially harmful bacteria such as E. coli, clostridia, Staph, and Strep linked to disease, as well as significantly lower levels of endotoxins, which are known

markers of inflammation and linked to increased risk of chronic disease later in life.

“Together with breast milk, Evivo can help set the foundation for a healthy life, protecting your baby’s gut and ultimately building the immune system needed to ward off future health issues,” says Dr. Altmann.

To learn more about babies’ gut health, Evivo and the study results, visit evivo.com.

While a disrupted gut microbiome isn’t always symptomatic in the first few months of life, thanks to new research, you as a parent have the power to safely restore your baby’s gut to it’s naturally protective state. StatePoint

Sierra Street in Riverside.

For more information call 760-202-6111.

The Winter Session features classes on the topics of Tactile Art, Retinal Implants, Technology, All About Apps, Health Care Options for the Disabled, Disabilities Rights Accommodations and Transportation, Understanding Vision Loss, Lighting/ Magnification and Tactile Art Easter Decorations. A Support Group for persons living with vision loss and their family and

caretakers is also offered.

“We are so thrilled that we now offer our important classes and seminars in Riverside,” said Ellen Jones, Executive Director of Braille Institute Rancho Mirage.

“While our Rancho Mirage facility covers Riverside County, we knew that there was a demand for our services

by Riverside residents who are unable to travel to Rancho Mirage. We look forward to expanding this program.”

Braille Institute Offers Free Classes and Seminars in Riverside

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Fighting “Fake News” About Organic Food

By Desert Star Staff DAYTON, Ohio – As if dredged out of the pages of the tobacco industry’s marketing playbook, an investigative journalist and author says there’s a robust campaign underway to downplay the benefits of organic agriculture.

Stacy Malkan, cofounder of the group U.S. Right to Know, says socalled fake news is being generated about organic foods, and big corporations in agriculture are engineering some of their own facts about the long-term impacts of genetically-modified foods.

Malkan says the results leave consumers at risk.

“And a lot of times, they’re really attacking scientists, consumer groups, media reporters – anyone who’s really presenting the information

about the risks associated with this kind of farming,” she states.

While big agricultural companies point to cost savings in using geneticallymodified organisms (GMOs), Malkan says the industry is resisting a growing consumer demand for allnatural, organic foods.

Malkan will share her findings Feb. 17 during a keynote speech and workshop at the Ohio Ecological Food and Farm Association’s (OEFFA) annual conference in Dayton.

Malkan says it’s challenging to really know what’s on our plates, as unlabeled GMOs have quietly filled supermarket shelves. She sees most of the deceptive marketing tactics directed at food regulators.

“Where it really does tend to work is in the policy arena, and in the laws, that continue

By Desert Star Staff While most New Year’s resolutions are wellintentioned, sometimes they look better on paper than in practice, actually doing more harm than good. Here are five so-called “healthy” resolutions worth giving up in 2018, as well as better solutions.

Resolution 1: I’m going to take up permanent residence in the gym.

Working out is an important piece of the weight loss puzzle, but moderation is

fried foods and margarine) and can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease. Aim to replace these with good fats, which are associated with a decreased risk of chronic disease. Good fats include plant-based oils like olive and canola, avocados, nuts, seeds, and dairy, since these also offer the nutrition your body needs.

Resolution 3: I’m going to skip breakfast to cut calories. According to The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, if you’re skipping breakfast, you’re doing something wrong. Research shows breakfast helps support brain function, energy and mood. And research suggests key. Studies suggest that Resolution 2: I’m saying that people who eat breakfast too much exercise can goodbye to fats completely. consume fewer calories lead to a number of issues Fatty foods have gotten a throughout the day, weigh less like hormonal imbalance, bad rap. The reality is there and have fewer risk factors fatigue, insomnia and even are good fats and bad for heart disease. Just a few depression. Many people also fats. In humans, fat helps reasons to load up in the a.m. report experiencing a drastic support normal growth and Resolution 4: I’ll increase in appetite after development, provides energy, just crash diet to lose the extreme bouts of physical allows for proper cellular weight.

Crash diets don’t function, provides protective activity, which can lead to work and many people cushioning for organs, and overeating and negate the who do them end up just helps with absorption of weight-related benefits. Plus, if gaining the weight back. certain vitamins.

Bad fats you exercise so intensely that “Sustainable weight you’re injured or sore for days, are found in foods like meat, loss should not involve butter, lard, cream and trans it will be difficult to sustain hunger or deprivation,” says fats (found in baked goods, this otherwise healthy habit.

By Desert Star Staff Pregnant women living next to fracked gas wells are more likely to have a low birth-weight baby - that’s the finding in a new study from Princeton University.

The researchers compared standard birth-weight records collected by hospitals with the locations of the parents’ homes in Pennsylvania.

Study author Janet Currie, an economics professor at

Princeton, says they found a strong correlation - that the low birth weights were highly localized, much more likely to be found right next to the well sites.

“What is surprising is, we found a fairly large effect for people living very close; but by the time you got to two miles away, we did not detect any effect,” she says.

The industry argues that air pollution from gas wells

to keep the playing field uneven for organic, and for smaller farming systems,” she states.

While it might be getting more difficult, Malkan adds it’s even more important for consumers to stay informed and demand transparency in the country’s food networks.

She recommends that people support watchdog groups that are leading the charge.

“We’ve really learned a lot in just the last couple of years about who’s doing what, in this world of spinning the story of food,” she points out.

“So, we’ve got lots of that up on our website, usrtk.org.”

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, consumer demand for organically produced goods continues to show double-digit growth.

Stacy Malkan with U.S. Right to Know shares strategies for what she calls “rewriting the narrative” about the nation’s food system. (OEFFA)

5 ‘Healthy’ New Year’s Resolutions Worth Giving Up

Mandi Knowles, dietitian for South Beach Diet. “Your weight loss efforts should include sensible changes that are easy to follow.”

Find a weight loss plan that’s convenient and lets you know with confidence that you are losing weight the healthy way. Plans like South Beach Diet teach portion control through a low-carb, high-protein approach with meals delivered to your door.

Resolution 5: I’m going to stop snacking. Snacks can account for more than a quarter of one’s daily calories. But if you munch on nutrient-dense foods (high in vitamins, minerals and fiber and low in calories), you’re more likely to maintain a healthy weight, according to the “National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.” So, snack wisely.

For more weight loss tips, visit palm. southbeachdiet.com.

In the new year, ditch extreme diets and exercise schemes. You’ll find more success with sustainable health and wellness habits. StatePoint

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and equipment such as compressor stations disperses quickly after it’s released. It also says the issue is well understood and regulated.

Illinois issued its first fracking permit this year to Kansas-based Woolsey to drill in Enfield, but the company later said it wouldn’t use it because of what it termed the state’s “burdensome and costly” regulations.

Currie says based on January 3, 2018

previous research, the problem might be due to volatile organic compounds such as benzene, or small, soot-like particles like those found in diesel exhaust.

Beth Weinberger, a public health consultant with the Environmental Health Project, says benzene and soot particles in diesel exhaust are common in the gas fields and have been associated with preterm births in other studies.

“We know much of

what’s in the emissions, and in each of the studies, the researchers have found associations between exposure to gas drilling and birth outcomes,” she explains.

The Princeton research suggests keeping drilling away from homes, through zoning or well set-back rules. Weinberger adds that even a portable air filter may help some homes reduce pollution levels. www.desertstarweekly.com

2018’s New Laws for California Drivers

544): Starting Jan. 1, 2019, the law creates a decal program to let low-emission vehicles drive on the carpool lanes, regardless of how many people are inside the vehicle, for a four-year term. Access to carpool lanes for cars with green and white decals will expire Jan. 1, 2019.

Anyone issued one of those green or white decals in 2017 or 2018 will be able to reapply for a decal in 2019 that will give them access to hig-occupancy toll lanes through Jan. 1, 2022.

Disabled Person Parking Placards and Plates (SB 611): This law makes changes to the administration of handicapped parking placards and license plates, including requiring applicants to provide proof of their true full name and birthdate. The law also limits the number of replacement handicapped placards - to four in two years - that people

can request without obtaining a medical certification. The law also requires the DMV to set up a renewal process that requires people to return a renewal notice by mail every six years. Current permanent disabled placards expire June 2019 and are automatically renewed every two years.

Placards expiring in June 2023 will be the first to be subject to the new renewal rule. People will not be required to get a medical certification as part of the renewal process.

Motorcycle Training Courses (AB 1027): This law will allow the DMV to accept a certificate of completion of any motorcyclist training program approved by the California Highway Patrol in lieu of a DMV-issued test.

People who are under 21 will still be required to complete a novice motorcycle safety

By Desert Star Staff HELENA, Mont. – It’s the time of year for resolutions, but the question is how do folks make sure they’ll follow through?

Joseph Ferrari, a psychology professor at DePaul University in Chicago, has a few tips for making good on goals this year.

Ferrari, who studies chronic procrastinators, says perhaps the most important piece of advice is coming up with a realistic resolution instead of something big.

Otherwise, people could be

setting themselves up to fail.

“The problem people have is they set such superhuman goals that when they fail, they think they’re subhuman,” he explains. “But no, we’re human, and human means we’re going to make mistakes.”

Ferrari also suggests coming up with a goal that benefits other people rather than just yourself. Mid-year goals might be useful as well.

Ferrari’s tips have been gleaned from research into chronic procrastinators, which he says make up 15 to 20 percent of the population.

As can be the case with people who have unfulfilled resolutions, Ferrari says chronic procrastinators are good at coming up with excuses. But he says persistence is the key to achieving one’s aspirations.

“So you wanted to lose weight,” he states. “You ate the jelly doughnut, you ate a half a box. Great. That’s life.

“Now the question is what are you going to do moving forward? Are you going to eat the other half, or are you going to say, ‘Now I’m going to cut back and try again?’”

Ferrari says social media

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Continued from Page 1 higher safety standards when transporting people. The DMV will suspend the license of anyone who violates this law, and commercial drivers (think limos and taxis) will be receive a disqualification.

Parking Violations for Registration or Driver License Renewal (AB 503): This law is intended to benefit low-income people by creating a process for them to repay fines for outstanding parking violations prior to the violations being reported to the DMV. The law also allows the registered owner of a vehicle to file for Planned Non Operation status (meaning you plan to store and not operate your vehicle during the next renewal year) when there are unpaid parking fees in the vehicle’s record.

HOV Decal Program (AB

training program to get their class M1 or M2 license or to get a motorcycle endorsement.

Firefighter License Plate Program for Surviving Family Member (AB 1338): This law allows spouses, domestic partners or children of fallen firefighters to individually apply for and get “California Firefighter” license plates, which before were only issued to current or retired firefighters and given only to surviving spouses when a firefighter died. Also before, family members of fallen firefighters were only allowed to keep one “California Firefighter” license plate as an heirloom.

Private Carriers of Passengers (SB 19): The law transfers regulatory authority over private carriers of passengers, like church and youth buses, from the California Public Utilities Commission to the DMV. Starting Jan. 1, 2018, the DMV will start collecting the “Transportation Improvement Fee” at the time of a vehicle’s registration. The fee will run between $25 and $175, depending on the vehicle’s current value. Anyone with a renewal notice due on or after Jan, 1, 2018, will be subject to the fee. Starting July 1, 2020, the law also requires the DMV to start collecting a “Road Improvement Fee” for zero-emission vehicles with a model year of 2020 or later. Source: KMIR

Following Through on New Year’s Resolutions is a powerful tool for holding folks accountable to their resolutions. He suggests posting on Twitter or Facebook even modest goals, such as walking four blocks.

“Ask your friends, ‘Hold me accountable,” he urges. “’Contact me tomorrow to see if I did it.’ Well, you’ll get people that will ask you, ‘Did you do it?’

“You see, you’re much more likely to do something if other people know that you’re going to do it.”

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PALM SPRINGS Kal David Unplugged on

Thursdays at 8 p.m. at 1900 E. Palm Canyon Drive. For information, 760-322-4422 Palm Springs Villagefest Street Festival every Thursday The Congo Room presents “Wet Wednesday” 10pm2am P: 760-322-7353 Coachella Valley Symphony: Piano Forte III Jan 21 @ 3:00 PM Concert Under The Palms: Latin Jam II at The Spa Resort Casino Jan 20 @ 7:30 PM Desert Friends of Music Concert Series at St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church Jan 23 @ 7:00 PM Palm Springs Health Run and Fitness Expo Jan 27 @ 7:00 AM LunaFest Palm Springs Jan 27 @ 9:30 AM T-34 Fly-In: Meeting of the Mentors at Palm Springs Air Museum Jan 27 @ 10:00 AM Palm Springs Art Museum Gala 2018 at The Palm Springs Art Museum Jan 28 @ 6:00 PM Neave Trio at The Richard Center For The Arts Jan 29 @ 7:30 PM

PALM DESERT Pianos-Six Hands, at The

McCallum Theatre Now - Jan. 16, 2018 @ 7:00 PM Eisenhower Medical Center Five Star Cup at Indian Ridge Country Club Jan 18 Adult Park After Dark at The Living Desert Zoo Gardens Jan 19 @ 6:00 PM Nathan Gunn, Baritone and Julie Gunn, at The McCallum Theatre Jan 22 @ 8:00 PM Palm Desert Documentary Film Series at UCR Palm Desert Graduate Center Jan 25 @ 6:00 PM Chita&Tune: Two For The Road at The McCallum Theatre Jan 25 @ 8:00 PM A Chorus Line at The McCallum Theatre Jan 26 The Gardens on El Paseo 20th Annual Concert Series Jan 27 Keyboard Conversations® with Jeffrey Siegel at The McCallum Theatre Jan 29 @ 7:00 PM Palm Springs Legends IV at The McCallum Theatre Jan 30 @ 8:00 PM Meow Meow In Concert at The McCallum Theatre Jan 31 @ 8:00 PM Almost Elton John at The McCallum Theatre Feb 1 @ 8:00 PM Kinky Boots, Comes to The McCallum Theatre Feb 2 Continued on page 18

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HOROSCOPES ARIES

As the weeks unfold in the new year, try and try again with all endeavors. May new prospects can be initiated.

New opportunities will come to fruition mid-May. You will have many trial runs, planning and perfecting activities that highlight creativity, which will be inner focused at first, outwardly seen later.

Maintain optimism, poise, intelligence and a rhythm attuned to the Sun.

TAURUS Everything in the new year will be about the correct foundations being created and stabilized; about patience being recognized as an asset and redoing everything if, at first, the work is not prepared with the needed perfection, harmony and balance.

Perhaps you’re building a greenhouse. Give yourself and others working with you more than ample time for nourishment and gratitude.

GEMINI Life, people, communication, the mail, correspondence, messages – all will call for tending and you will do all of this before the retrogrades (Jupiter & Mercury in March, Saturn in April, Mars in June).

Tend to small daily tasks, easy repetitive things. People may need you to repeat information over and over.

You will find your way through these interesting times.

JANUARY 3 – 9, 2018 ASTROLOGICAL FORECAST BY RISA D’ANGELES

You’re clever, a wizard, a trickster. Eventually a Magus.

CANCER Attempt to do one project at a time with patience, poise, careful attention. Attempt to see the sacred in all daily occurrences, something your sensitivity can really sense. Follow up on every endeavor with caution and watchfulness. Monetarily, assess all finances, make changes if needed, create a will and make sure you sign it. Your life becomes creative in unexpected ways.

LEO Remember that the energies are new now in our new year. Adjustments will have to be made in terms of how we understand and interpret people’s responses. And how we greet and share and communicate with everyone. Careful with fire, sharp tools and injuries to your head and face. Don’t push any river, person, event, plan or yourself. Be the tortoise. Trim your hair.

VIRGO Many Virgos will go into contemplation, delve into their subconscious, read up on Jung, the Red Book, archetypes and Joseph Campbell books till mid-year and emerge with an entirely new and different perspective on religion, spirituality and their place in the world. The

invisible world surrounding us comes alive with sparkling light, flashing devas.

LIBRA As everyone realizes the world has accelerated, changed, become an unknown entity, and some feel glum, displeasure and impatient with these changes. It’s time, therefore, to generate parties and pastimes that dislodge the prevailing blues.

Only you can create these gala adventures that make what’s somber feel like a party. Make the gatherings abundant, plentiful and often.

SCORPIO Study people in the world, past and present, that you admire, those you would mentor, and those whose attainments reflect your aspirations for success.

Always think of serving others. This takes the focus away from competition, survival, losing or winning.

The time has come now to reposition, revive and cultivate your creative ideals.

SAGITTARIUS It is possible you may discover another Path, devoting yourself to it for a while. Once this Path is revealed you’ll march forward with courage, wisdom and determination.

And exploration. Mars is the inner arrow in the bow of the Archer. It’s presently in your spiritual realms. Later

the arrow will be directed toward the Capricorn mountaintop, the place of Initiation. You’re again being tested with change.

CAPRICORN An inner reconstruction and a phoenix-like rising up with a new identity will occur within all Capricorns. It is an excellent time to renew, reawaken, revive, relight and rekindle your deepest hopes, wishes and dreams. This will set a new foundation for many creative years to come. And it will be what sustains you in the changing times. There’s an adventure soon ahead.

people, the kingdoms, the Earth – it’s all an experiment.

It’s stated in Ancient Wisdom texts that when one is experiencing an Initiation (potent inner change) they are often alone. Stay poised in this solitariness. Pray ceaselessly.

Risa D’Angeles is the founder and director of the Esoteric & Astrological Studies Research Institute: Risa’s Esoteric Astrology.

She can be reached at risagoodwill@gmail.com.

AQUARIUS Be generous with everyone especially with friends and loved ones. Expect nothing in return. But do ask for help if you have needs.

Working together in close association with others can create a strong bond that helps rise above possible frustrations. Realize that success is linked to all parties attempting compromise.

As the leader, you are to have Right Relations, first.

You are the mentor.

PISCES Create and maintain a very regular daily schedule, tend to work early, maintain regular eating and sleeping.

Everything’s transforming and realigning on inner levels all over the world. The world,

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Recreational Pot Sales Start Monday; High Prices Predicted at First

By Desert Star Staff SACRAMENTO, Calif. – Starting next week, Californians ages 21 and older will legally be able to buy marijuana for recreational purposes - no medical marijuana card required.

The state will begin licensing the producers, distributors and storefronts.

But there won’t be a “pot shop” on every block, because cities and counties will have their own sets of rules. So, it could take months for many

shops to be up and running.

Dale Gieringer, director of Cal NORML, says this is a whole new era of personal freedom in the Golden State.

“It’s huge for California,” he says. “This is the real end of Prohibition, in the sense that we’re going to actually have stores where marijuana is treated more or less like alcohol.”

Cannabis was first banned in California in 1913. Voters legalized medical marijuana in 1996. With the passage of

Prop 64 last year, possession of recreational marijuana became legal – and now, consumers will be able to stroll into a store and buy it.

Gieringer says the prices will be high at first, because recreational marijuana is much more highly regulated compared with medical pot.

“So now, we’re going to have very tight regulations over every phase of the market from seed to sale,” he explains. “Every gram is going to be traced, taxed, tested, and this is going to impose a lot of costs on the market.”

That’s one reason he expects the black market

to continue to flourish, by some estimates accounting for more than 30 percent of sales, as long as legal marijuana costs significantly more than street value.

The University of California Agricultural Issues Center estimates the legal marijuana market will be worth $5 billion.

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Tidal Wave of Talent Targets the Desert

Ron Celona, Joyce Bulifant and Gavin MacLeod. Photo by Gregg Felsen

By Pamela Price As an abundance of events sweeps through the desert this season, it is apparent your 2018 Social calendar will be busy. The season began on a traditional

note for fans of Broadway musicals at Frank’s Place at the Indian Wells Resort Hotel where Patricia Welch continues her Broadway’s Best performances now through May 16, 2018.

Her rendition of timeless tunes from Broadway’s legendary hits come alive once she takes to the tiny stage. Her repertoire covers Broadway from The King and I to Camelot. Phyllis

By Desert Star Staff Justin Shandor will perform two great shows at 1 pm and 4 pm on January 20, 2018, to celebrate Elvis’s 83 birthday at the Poolside at Elvis’s honeymoon hideaway. You will find out why everyone gets “ shook up” when you hear, see, and rock along with him. You will understand why he won the 2010 ultimate Elvis tribute award and David Letterman called him the country’s best.

Justin, the look, the moves, and most of all, the voice. The

music that was rocking the 50’s and movie songs that charmed the 60’s Performances and that thrilled Las Vegas.

JUSTIN SHANDOR DOES IT ALL in a setting that is like the electrifying ‘68 come back special. It is perfection in a venue that will surround him and put him next to you. James King will also perform the great stars of the era. Roy Orbison, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Buddy Holly did compliment them to perfection. Discover what everyone is raving about.

The essence of Elvis comes alive and lives again. Shandor is at home in the king’s house and with the Kings’ music.

Remember Justin won his first contest in Palm Springs and is coming back. Buy a giant ticket for $99 for both shows and a tour. Buy a combo ticket for $60 that includes the tour.

Buy a concert ticket for $45. A once in a lifetime opportunity, be sure to come and see him.

Do not miss out. call 760 322 1192 or tickets online www.Elvishoneymoon.com

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Eisenberg a perennial desert resident who migrates annually from Chicago said Miss Welch’s voice “captures the essence of classic Broadway a with a distinctive personal touch.”

Speaking of Broadway, it was twisted in all the right places at the Coachella Valley Repertory Theatre Fundraiser. Twisted Broadway “ on December 13th at the Agua Caliente Casino Resor tSpa in Rancho Mirage with Event Chair, Phyllis Eisenberg, Peggy Jacobs and Barbara Monachino was creating a stunning event that was five stars from beginning to end.

Gavin MacLeod, one of Americas “most gifted and beloved artists” was honored at the event with CVREP’s first Superstar Appreciation Award.

For “ his unrelenting support and love of the performing arts and the generosity with which he gives back to the community,” said Ron

Crankenstein IPA Series in Cans

By Desert Star Staff BRANFORD, Conn., - Stony Creek Brewery announces the introduction

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of their Crankenstein India Pale Ale (IPA) series, a rotating selection of hybrid IPAs that merge West Coast and New

England Style influences. This innovative concept is set to be released in cans January 15, 2018. Each version or “Hatchling” is numbered and makes its appearance every other month. The 16oz. cans will be sold in extremely limited amounts in 4 packs throughout all markets where Stony Creek Beer is available.

Crankenstein is an unorthodox brewing experiment resulting in a seamlessly stitched together evolution of the style. The heart of this creature is pure west coast, described as clean, dry and bright, with a balancing bitterness.

Crankenstein’s soul, however, is thoroughly New England with an exceptional mouthfeel and lush hop aromas.

“We’re making a stand with this beer,” says Andy Schwartz, Stony Creek’s Brewmaster. “We love the New England Style IPA, but we think it can, and should, evolve into something January 3, 2018

so much more. With the right brewing process and a bit of courage we can create something that just might challenge people to consider a new path in NEIPAs.” New England Style IPAs are incredibly popular right now. They are marked by a cloudy appearance, low bitterness, smooth creamy mouthfeel, and lush often “juicy” hop flavor and aromas.

“We took the New England style and added a little west coast attitude to it,” says Lead Brewer Gordon Whelpley.

“We increased the bitterness ever so slightly, dried out the finish a touch and filtered the

Celona, Founding Artistic Director, and Joe Giarusso, CVREP’s President. Gavin McCloud ( AKA Captain Steubing of The Love Boat television series) was all smiles escorted by his‘ two wives’, his real-life wife Patti and his TV wife from The Marie Tyler Show, Joyce Boulifant. The event was staged to perfection with the Twisted Broadway cast at its peak performance. The stellar cast from Julie Garnye to Sal Mistretta was applauded.

It was a stellar evening sprinkled with stars and smiles. CVRep will “soon own our own Theatre,” reported Ron Celona,” that being the IMAX theatre complex in Cathedral City,” adding “this will give CVRep as the only Small Professional Equity Theatre in the Coachella Valley, a permanent home.”

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beer bright. This still leaves the same smooth body and huge juicy hop flavor and aromas, just balanced a bit better by the dryness and clean bright finish. It really is the best of both worlds.”

The series will launch with Hatchling 001, a 7.2% ABV IPA brewed with Simpsons Golden Promise Malt for an incredible mouthfeel, Pilsner malt for a crisp and clean finish and copious amounts of Simcoe and Citra hops for huge notes of passionfruit, and tropical citrus. Every two months a new Hatchling will emerge with a different combination of exciting hops.

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MUSIC

BY ROBERT KINSLER

Another Look (and Listen) at 2017

I didn’t want to let 2017 fall away from view without celebrating several notable new studio albums and outstanding reissues that arrived on my radar late in the year.

on an outstanding debut where Bridgers’ very intimate forays achieve a universal reach.

Information: deadoceans.com.

Artist: Linda Perhacs Title: I’m a Harmony Artist: Phoebe Bridgers (Omnivore Recordings) Title: Stranger in the You might like if you enjoy: Alps (Dead Oceans) Hope Sandoval, Kate Bush You might like if you enjoy: Tell me more: Blending folk Aimee Mann, Julien Baker with ‘60s psychedelia, singerTell me more: Los Angeles songwriter Linda Perhacs’ singer-songwriter Phoebe compelling sound equals her Bridgers’ full-length debut unusual career arc. Until 2014 Stranger in the Alps is a Perhacs had released only one beautiful album showcasing album, 1970’s “Parallelograms.” her expressive soprano As fate would have it, her offering up introspective music was discovered by songs. The intimate folk-rock the far-flung likes of French soundscape where Bridgers electronica duo Daft Punk, sings artfully of relationships singer-songwriter Devendra and the mysterious links that Benhart and death metal band bring people together as well Opeth. Fast forward to 2014 as divide them requires good and Sufjan Stevens released listening skills. The songs Perhacs’ sophomore “The occasionally kick it up a notch Soul of All Natural Things” on (the blissfully burgeoning “Scott his Asthmatic Kitty label. Now Street”), but the tone overall comes Perhacs’ Omnivore is of lush and haunting songs Recordings debut “I’m a that soar with quiet firepower.

Harmony,” a challenging and “Smoke Signals,” “Motion beautiful album that evokes a Sickness” and the piano- and myriad of sonic worlds. The cello-anchored “Georgia” are 75-year-old artist is joined by among the the wonderful tracks a talented lineup of guests,

including singer Julia Holter, Pat Sansone (Wilco, The Autumn Defense), Nels Cline (Wilco) and Chris Price. An inspired and original album, standouts include the luxurious “Winds Of The Sky,” otherworldly “We Will Live,” Renaissancemeets-flamenco flavored “Eclipse of All Love” and ethereal “Visions.” Information: OmnivoreRecordings.com.

Artist: Keith Emerson Title: Emerson Plays Emerson (Emersongs/ Cherry Red) You might like if you enjoy: Geoff Downes, Bill Evans Tell me more: Widely considered one of the greatest and most technically gifted keyboardists of the rock era, Keith Emerson enjoyed fame as a member of the Nice in the late 1960s before going on to even greater acclaim with the progressive trio Emerson, Lake & Powell in the 1970s. Since his death at the age of 71 in March 2016, there has been interest in his rich legacy. Now, a reissue of Emerson’s dazzling 2002 album “Emerson Plays Emerson” has been released.

The instrumental album features Emerson playing a diverse mix of original works and compositions by Gershwin (a wonderful arrangement of “Summertime”) and Alberto Ginastera. The eclectic material ranges from classical and jazz to genre-blending music written for film soundtracks.

This beautiful reissue is bolstered by a fresh transfer of the master tapes by Abbey Road, and a 2017 remaster.

The booklet that comes with the audio CD contains the liner notes in English, Italian and German. Early 2018 will see a music transcriptions book of this enduring album released too. Information: KeithEmerson.com.

Artist: America Title: Heritage: Home Recordings/Demos 19701973 (Omnivore Recordings) You might like if you enjoy: America Tell me more: Dewey Bunnell, Gerry Beckley and Dan Peek were only in their teens when they met in 1967.

All sons of U.S. servicemen stationed in England, the trio

Pardons Clear Immigrants Facing Deportation

By Desert Star Staff ALBANY, N.Y. – Gov. Andrew Cuomo has again used his executive power to shield immigrants from the threat of deportation.

Last week, the governor pardoned 61 individuals, including 18 immigrants who had been convicted of low-level offenses.

The Trump administration has targeted immigrants with criminal records for deportation.

But Ravi Ragbir, director of the New Sanctuary Coalition, points out that these are lawful residents who already have paid for past mistakes, and the pardons mean they will not continue to be punished.

“The basis of the removal does not exist anymore, and each of those 18 individuals will now be able to stay in the United States without fear of deportation to stay with their

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families,” he points out.

Cuomo had previously pardoned seven other immigrants specifically to protect them from deportation.

Some immigrants have been deported for minor offenses that occurred decades ago.

Ragbir met one grandfather whose only conviction was in 1964, an incident so minor he barely remembered it had happened.

“He remembers having an interaction with law enforcement, but he didn’t spend any time in jail, and he was deported – a grandfather whose children, grandchildren and great grandchildren are all U.S. citizens,” Ragbir relates.

Cuomo described those he pardoned as people who have demonstrated good citizenship and given back to their communities and

families in a variety of ways.

Ragbir says in years past, immigration officials had discretion, and statements of

support from the community often could keep someone from being deported. But that is no longer the case.

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of friends formed a band and soon began writing original songs. Now, the earliest demos and home recordings tracked by America have been gathered together on a terrific collection titled “Heritage: Home Recordings/Demos 1970-1973.” The recordings date back to demos cut at Chalk Farm Studios outside of London tracked in 1970 and showcase a trio already skilled as singers, songwriters and musicians; the driving folk rocker “Sea Of Destiny” and wistful acoustic Dan Peek track “Rainy Day” are wonders. Later cuts were tracked at Beckley’s Buzz Studios in West Hollywood in ‘72 and ‘73. There is also an early take of “Ventura Highway” recorded at Record Plant West in Los Angeles in 1972. Although these are early recordings and show a group in its formative period, the recordings are wonderful and prove to be a great listen for casual and hardcore fans of America. Information: OmnivoreRecordings.com.

“The governor recognizes that,” he stresses. “The governor has stood up to this inhumane way of dealing with peoples’ lives, and this pardon is just one of the many ways that he has done that.”

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Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards

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By Desert Star Staff PALM SPRINGS, CA – Co-chairs Patrick Jordan and Lauri Kibby will join Senator Barbara Boxer on February 10 when they welcome more than 1,500 D.A.P. supporters at the 2018 Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards benefitting Desert AIDS Project. The party begins with red carpet arrivals at the Palm Springs Convention Center at 5:30 pm.

Now in its 24th year, the Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards gala has raised millions of dollars to care for people living with HIV. First organized by and named for famed interior designer Steve Chase – a former D.A.P. donor, volunteer, and board member – the gala is a highlight of the desert social season and preceded the night prior by an exclusive VIP pre-party honoring major donors and celebrity guests.

“Your compassionate support empowers Desert AIDS Project to think globally and act locally,” said David Brinkman, CEO. “By joining us at the Steve Chase, you join us in our commitment to 90-90-90, the ambitious treatment target to help end the AIDS epidemic.”

According to the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS), many strategies will be needed to close the book on the AIDS epidemic, and one thing is sure. It will be impossible to end the epidemic without bringing HIV treatment to all who need it. By 2020, the goal

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Ross Mathews is that 90 percent of all people who have HIV/AIDS know their status, are on treatment and will have viral suppression.

Kibby is raising the bar on this year’s red carpet arrivals.

“The red carpet has become a party in its right, and we’re looking for ways to include all attendees this year.”

Palm Springs Life Magazine had this to say about last year’s gala: “The Chase has a reputation among trendsetters as one of the few gala events where attendees are encouraged to have fun and take risks with fashion … and the guests did not disappoint. Black sequins and Mr. Turk dinner jackets were de rigueur for many men, as were wellfitted and accessorized tuxedos (which held their own alongside long gowns and sexy short dresses).”

This year’s Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards will be hosted by Ross Mathews. Mathews has established himself as one of the most in-demand television personalities hosts and pop culture experts in the entertainment arena today. Endearing and witty, Mathews has won the hearts of millions of Americans since his television debut – as a correspondent for The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.

Mathews can be seen as a judge on the smash hit LOGO series “RuPaul’s Drag Race.”

Mathews is also a fixture on “E! News” and E! Network’s live red-carpet award show coverage year round. He was

En Vogue

most recently seen hosting E!’s “Live From E!”. He was also the host of “Hello Ross,” a weekly fan destination where the intersections of celebrity gossip and pop culture collide, giving a unique viewpoint into the latest Hollywood news.

Mathews can also be heard weekly on his top-rated, PodcastOne show “Straight Talk with Ross Mathews.”

Chief Development Officer, Darrell Tucci is excited about this year’s entertainment. “I think we’re going to see a room full of friends singing along to the hits of headline entertainment En Vogue.”

The group has never been afraid to break the mold and step ‘outside’ the norm.

From “Free Your Mind” to “My Lovin,” they have been trendsetters in music and style. Today, affectionately known as the “original funky divas,” they are redefining the idea of beauty and what it means, beyond the traditional sense, with their distinctive fusion of music and style.

Recognized as one of the top five highest selling American female music groups in history, En Vogue has sold more than 20 million albums and effortlessly transitioned into the digital age, amassing more than 30 million streams and more than 26 million YouTube views on their top six hit singles alone. The R&B and Pop smash hits Hold On, Free Your Mind, Never Gonna Get It, Giving Him Something He Can Feel, and Don’t Let Go. Contrary to popular

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belief, En Vogue has never disbanded. As pure music veterans who have withstood ever-changing music industry fads and trends, the group continues to record and perform worldwide with original members Cindy HerronBraggs, Terry Ellis, and newest member, Rhona Bennett.

“We find total freedom and fulfillment when we hit the stage,” Cindy HerronBraggs says. “It’s the ultimate connection with our fans. It’s about the energy you receive, the love, and the reciprocation from the message in the music.”

Attendees of The Chase know to pace themselves during the evening so they have energy left for its famous after-party, which will feature a DJ, a performance

by Thelma Houston, and a series of tightly guarded surprises revealed as guests dance the night away in a lounge created inside the Palm Springs Convention Center. Guests of the after party can expect her signature blend of high- energy dance classics and soulful ballads.

Thelma Houston may be best known for the worldwide success of her disco anthem “Don’t Leave Me This Way”, but her support of AIDS Services organizations is also legendary. She is known for her dedication to humanitarian causes, including tireless efforts in the battle against AIDS and deep commitments to the Human Rights Campaign (HRC). In 2013, the City of West Hollywood named January 29th “Thelma Houston Day” in recognition of her many charitable activities.

Powerful momentum is now building towards a new narrative on HIV treatment and a new, final, ambitious, but achievable target: 9090-90: Treatment for All. By 2020, 90% of all people living with HIV will know their HIV status.

People can carry the

HIV for years and not know it. The only way to see if you have HIV is to get tested.

Your support enables D.A.P.’s Get Tested Coachella Valley program to provide free and confidential HIV testing at hundreds of community events and dozens of test sites – from health fairs and food banks to Walgreens and D.A.P.’s sexual health clinic, The DOCK. By 2020, 90% of all people with diagnosed HIV infection will receive sustained antiretroviral therapy.

Thanks to attendance at the Steve Chase and other fundraising events, Desert AIDS Project ensures that newly-diagnosed HIV positive patients receive the medications they need to survive and thrive, and regular follow-ups to safeguard their well-being. D.A.P.’s Patient Assistance Program secures critical HIV and other drugs at reduced cost.

By 2020, 90% of all people receiving antiretroviral therapy will have viral suppression.

To suppress the virus to an undetectable level, an individual must start on medication as early as possible and stay on it for a lifetime. This can be challenging when facing other serious challenges. That’s the driving force behind D.A.P. Total Care – the whole combination of health and wellness services which are uniquely tailored to each – including medical, dental, mental health, social services.

Support groups, substance abuse counseling, and much more – all conveniently provided under one roof at D.A.P.’s Palm Springs location.

Steve Chase Humanitarian Awards 2018 Schedule of Events February 10, 2018 5:30 PM: Red Carpet Arrivals, Cocktails, Silent Auction 7:00 PM: Dinner, Awards, Entertainment, En Vogue 9:30 PM: After Party featuring Thelma Houston.

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Be ‘Bowled’ Over by These Satisfying, Healthful Lunches SWEET POTATO TAHINI BOWL INGREDIENTS: • 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed • 2 2/3 cups vegetable broth • 1/2 cup Pearls Sliced Kalamata Olives or Whole Kalamata Olives, sliced Sweet Potato Ingredients: • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch cubes • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon pepper Chickpea Ingredients: • 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil

By Desert Star Staff Strapped for time? By stocking the pantry well and setting aside some weekend prep time, you can create a whole week of great lunches in just an hour.

One bowl wonders are perfect for toting to work or school or enjoying at home.

Simply choose a grain, a hearty root vegetable, some good-for-you greens, a simple sauce and flavorful toppings, like olives.

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Try making your own combinations with whole grain rice or wheat berries, spinach or any dark greens and winter squash. For a finishing kick of bold flavor, add your favorite olives, such as Pearls Garlic or Jalapeno Stuffed Queen Olives or Mixed Greek Medley.

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By Desert Star Staff STONY BROOK, N.Y., - Mobile app company Mobileware, Inc. (https:// www.mobilewareinc.com/) announced the release of onTime™ for Android devices. The Android version incorporates all the useful features that made onTime the most popular suite of commuter apps in the App Store. It comes with the schedules for rail, trains, and buses nationwide. onTime™ is available free on Google Play and on the App Store.

In conjunction, Mobileware has made significant enhancements to the latest version of onTime™ for iOS. Enhancements include better real-time transit information, track number prediction, end-to-end ride service and scores of other features to make commuting less dreadful. “Our mission from day one is to make commuting easier and more enjoyable,” says Mobileware, Inc. CEO, Yun Zhang.

“We’ve received many requests for Android versions of our apps. This is the first time we released an app for the Android eco-system and we were blown away by the initial enthusiastic adoption and user reviews. We are also excited about getting the new features into the hands of commuters.”

One of the most useful

new features of onTime™ is its ability to deliver more accurate real-time information to commuters. For rail services to implement this technology using hardware is prohibitively complex and capital-intensive; onTime™ delivers a superior solution by leveraging the power of the crowd. Where available, data from commuters is aggregated and shared so that delays can be determined with high precision.

Crowdsourced commuter data includes train speeds, real-time delay estimates, and track number. Once commuters check in to their trains, all the relevant data about their trip is at their fingertips.

Another useful new feature of onTime™ is track prediction. Knowing the track number early gives onTime users an advantage in securing their preferred seats without having to wait and rush for it. Additionally, getting to and from the station is now more convenient than ever thanks to the app’s integration with ridehailing service company Lyft.

Known as “the first mile” and “the last mile” ride service, the Lyft integration enables commuters to arrange endto-end transportation all from within the onTime™ app when checking for their next train.

The developers of

• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder • 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt • 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper Kale Ingredients: • 5 cups roughly chopped kale • 2 large cloves garlic, minced • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil • 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper Tahini Dressing Ingredients: • 1/4 cup tahini • 2 tablespoons lemon juice • water as needed • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil

DIRECTIONS: • Bring quinoa and vegetable broth to boil in small heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, until broth is absorbed, 15-20 minutes.

Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes. Fluff with fork.

• Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Toss sweet potato in olive oil, salt, and pepper and spread in even layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

• Toss chickpeas in olive oil and spices, and spread in even layer on a second parchmentlined baking sheet.

• Place baking sheets in oven side-by-side, if possible (if not, rotate pans top to bottom, front to back halfway through). Roast chickpeas for 15 minutes. Continue roasting sweet potato for 15 minutes longer, until soft and starting to turn golden brown on edges. Remove from heat and set aside.

• While sweet potatoes and chickpeas bake, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil over medium heat in large skillet. Add kale, garlic, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until kale begins to wilt, about 5-8 minutes.

• Mix all the tahini dressing ingredients together in food processor or with whisk. If dressing is too thick, add water until it can be drizzled.

• Assemble the bowls. Divide quinoa evenly. Top with chickpeas, sweet potato, kale, and slice Kalamata olives. Drizzle with tahini dressing and serve.

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the onTime™ know that long commutes can be dreadful and have therefore created some fun features to help pass the time.

These include Commuter Jam, a crowdsourced music playlist by and for commuters - discover new music and explore popular music by other commuters; daily quotes for a dose of inspiration; and riddles to give the brain a healthy workout. Finally, losing personal items while commuting should soon be a thing of the past. Users of onTime™ now have access to a tool that enables fellow travelers to help each other report and recover lost items.

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Legal Cannabis Product Sales Projected to Grow

FinancialBuzz.com News Commentary NEW YORK, January 3, 2018 - According to a research report by Arcview Market Research, the legal cannabis market is estimated to grow from $6.7 billion in consumer spending in 2016 to $22.6 billion in 2021. The report also indicates that the amount of cannabis that cultivators will need to grow to feed the demand this spending represents will grow at a 23% compound annual growth rate (CAGR), from 1.7 million pounds in 2016 to 4.8 million pounds by 2021.

The positive projections are due to increasing legalization of cannabis products. Two major markets are legalizing cannabis for recreational use - California and Canada.

While California is the largest market, Canada is projected to show strong sales as well.

Deloitte’s report estimates the market will be at least $5B in sales in 2018. FinCanna Capital Corp. (CSE: CALI), Canopy Growth Corporation (OTC: TWMJF), Aurora Cannabis Inc. (OTC: ACBFF), MedReleaf Corp. (OTC: MEDFF), Aphria Inc. (OTC: APHQF).

California’s new recreational cannabis laws went into effect on January 1st, 2018. A report by Fortune indicates that, “in order to collect $1 billion a year in taxes, the state will need to reach a projected $7 billion in annual legal recreational cannabis sales. At that rate, California would easily be the country’s largest legal marijuana market, as the entire legal cannabis industry in the U.S. is expected to pull in roughly $10 billion in total sales for 2017. That number would almost certainly get a boost in the coming years, as legal markets grow in California and other states, such as Nevada and Massachusetts.”

FinCanna Capital Corp.

(CSE: CALI) listed on the Canadian Securities Exchange under the trading symbol

“CALI”. On December 29th the company announced breaking news that, “FinCanna is supporting the greater medical use of cannabis while benefitting from the growth in the market by investing in top-tier licensed medical cannabis companies in California. In exchange for financing, FinCanna will receive royalties from these licensed medical cannabis and related operations.

To date, FinCanna has completed approximately $14M CDN in financing to support its flagship investment in Cultivation Technologies (“CTI”). Based in Irvine, California, CTI is developing a very significant, state-ofthe-art medical cannabis project and has already secured permits to construct a fully-entitled, 111,500 sf. permitted medical cannabis facility on a six-acre property in Coachella, Southern California.

Andriyko Herchak, CEO & Director, states, “We are very excited to apart of the growing industry of medicinal cannabis and our public listing offers investors increasing access to growing cannabis operations in the United States, particularly California. While the legalization of recreational Cannabis is highly anticipated in California, we remain focused on our core competency of sourcing and financing ethical, medicinal and regulated cannabis businesses to leverage the paradigm shift in the industry.”

FinCanna is initially focused on California since it is the sixth largest economy in the world and the largest medical cannabis market in North America. Analysts estimate the State’s legal cannabis industry will grow at a 21.1% CAGR to $6.5 billion by 2020, and generate upwards of $1 billion in tax revenue. New laws that come into effect in January 2018are expected to significantly change existing supply and demand dynamics.”

Canopy Growth Corporation (OTC: TWMJF)

is a world-leading diversified cannabis and hemp company, offering distinct brands and curated cannabis varieties in dried, oil and Softgel capsule forms. On December 18, 2017, the company and Canopy Rivers Corporation announced a definitive joint venture agreement to form a new company, Les Serres Vert Cannabis Inc., together with Les Serres Stéphane Bertrand Inc., a largescale tomato greenhouse operator in Mirabel, Quebec. Bertrand currently produces tomatoes and other vegetables under 700,000 sq. ft. of modern greenhouse, most of which was built in 2015.

The entire greenhouse will be upgraded and retrofitted for cannabis production by April 2018. With the assistance and guidance of Canopy Growth, the application for this site has been submitted; and subject to Health Canada and other standard regulatory approvals, the Company anticipates being ready to begin production by May 2018.

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (OTCQX: ACBFF) is one of 35 licensed producers across Canada and the only one located in Alberta. On December 19, 2017, the company Micron Waste Technologies Inc., a developer

of proprietary digester solutions for the treatment of organic waste, announced that the companies have signed a non-binding term sheet for Aurora to make a strategic investment in Micron, and for both companies to collaborate on the optimization of Micron’s technology for the treatment of organic waste generated in the cultivation and production of cannabis products. Micron has developed a new technology, based on aerobic digestion and subsequent treatment that converts organic waste into clean water that meets municipal effluent discharge standards. The effluent from currently available digesterbased treatment systems of organic waste does not meet municipal discharge standards and requires costly further treatment.

MedReleaf Corp. (OTC: MEDFF) sets The Medical Grade Standard™ for cannabis in Canada and around the world. On December 21, 2017, the company announced that it has entered into an agreement to become a medical cannabis supplier to Shoppers Drug Mart. Subject to Health Canada’s approval of Shoppers Drug Mart’s application to be a licensed producer, under the terms of the agreement the

Mike Tyson launches California cannabis farm

By Desert Star Staff Mike Tyson has landed a blow for cannabis enthusiasts by breaking ground on a 40-acre marijuana farm in California.

The move by the former world heavyweight boxing champion comes hot on the heels of the state’s decision to legalize the drug for recreational use.

The Tyson Ranch, which will also have a research and development arm, is on a remote plot of desert land in California City, a town near Death Valley National Park, according to The Blast. Tyson

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was pictured at the plot alongside the city’s mayor Jennifer Wood as well as his business partners Robert Hickman and Jay Strommen.

A video on The Blast shows Wood telling a crowd at the groundbreaking ceremony that the facility represents a “rebirth” for the city. “We have an industry that will provide medical cannabis to people in need.

It will also provide jobs, revenue, income for people who live in our city,” she said.

Some 20 acres of the site will reportedly be devoted to marijuana cultivation. The

planned Tyson Cultivation School will teach prospective farmers how to develop their own strains and conduct research to develop its clinical uses. Plans are also said to include a “glamping” campground with cabins as well as an amphitheatre.

The 51-year-old likely hopes California’s decision to legalize cannabis for recreational use will spark a boom in the marijuana trade across the state. Marijuana has been proven to have many medicinal functions.

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properties, in particular is known to act as an antiinflammatory, anticonvulsant, antioxidant and antipsychotic agent. Marijuana has also been used to treat PTSD and to relieve the symptoms of MS amongst other uses.

A divisive figure, Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion ever in 1986 at the age of 20. Since then he has managed to maintain his popularity despite several public incidents including his 1991 arrest and imprisonment for the rape of 18-year-old model Desiree Washington. In 1997, Tyson

Company will supply Shoppers Drug Mart with MedReleaf branded medical cannabis products. It is expected the products will be sold online, as Canadian regulations currently restrict the sale of medical cannabis in retail pharmacies.

Aphria Inc. (OTCQB: APHQF), one of Canada’s lowest cost producers, produces, supplies and sells medical cannabis. Located in Leamington, Ontario, the greenhouse capital of Canada.

Aphria is truly powered by sunlight, allowing for the most natural growing conditions available. On December 21, 2017, the company announced that it has committed to make a $10 million equity investment in the combined company, which is expected to be renamed Hiku Brand Company Ltd. The combination of Tokyo Smoke and British Columbia based DOJA would bring together two premium lifestyle brands to serve the anticipated recreational cannabis market. Aphria’s investment represents an advancement of the Company’s strategy to be a leader in the recreational market, once legalized in Canada. URL: http://www.FinancialBuzz.com Source: PRnewswire/ FinancialBuzz.com

was disqualified in the third round of a fight with Evander Holyfield after biting off a piece of his opponent’s ear.

California is the sixth US state to legalize medical marijuana for recreational use. It follows Colorado, Washington, Oregon, Alaska and Nevada.

Tyson is not the first former sportsman to make the move into marijuana market either. In 2016, disgraced cyclist and former Tour de France winner Floyd Landis announced that he had set up ‘Floyd’s of Leadville’, a company that will sell cannabis infused products in Colorado.

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Bitcoin Price Holds Near the $14,000 Mark

By Desert Star Staff Bitcoin price holds at about $14,000 on Thursday after rebounding from a selloff last week. According to data from Coinbase, the leading U.S. cryptocurrency trading platform, bitcoin price was trading near 14,204 on Thursday evening. Bitcoin, the world’s largest cryptocurrency by market cap, rebounded over 40 percent from a low of $10,400 it hit on Friday. The price rose to an all-time high of above $19,000 on Dec. 18.

According to Coinmarketcap, bitcoin was up about 1,400 percent in the last 12 months and the cyrpotcurrency now has a market value of about $254 billion. MassRoots, Inc. (OTC: MSRT), Bitcoin Services, Inc. (OTC: BTSC), Global Blockchain Technologies Corp.

(OTC: BLKCF), MGT Capital Investments, Inc. (OTC: MGTI), SinglePoint, Inc. (OTC: SING) According to CNBC, Nick Colas, who is the co-founder of DataTrek Research and has been covering bitcoin for about four years, said in his daily note, “Bottom line: bitcoin can rally to $22,000

and still be reasonably priced, or plummet to $6,500 and also be correctly valued. The only way it goes substantially higher is if/when someone comes up with a large-scale business that uses bitcoin.

That may come in 2018. But for now, that scalable use case is asset protection, so that’s how we value bitcoin today.”

MassRoots, Inc. (OTCQB: MSRT) just announced breaking news this morning that it has formed MassRoots Blockchain Technologies, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of MassRoots, Inc. dedicated to developing blockchain-based solutions for the cannabis industry. More information is available at http://www.

MassRootsBlockchain.com .

“We believe blockchain has the potential to enable the cannabis industry to operate more efficiently, accountability, and with a greater degree of transparency,” stated MassRoots Chief Executive Officer Isaac Dietrich.

“MassRoots looks forward to being a pioneer in exploring blockchain-based solutions for the multi-billion-dollar

cannabis industry.”

“The blockchain is an incorruptible digital ledger of economic transactions that can be programmed to record not just financial transactions but virtually everything of value,” according to Dan and Alex Tapscott in the Blockchain Revolution (2016). The most well-known application to blockchain technology has been cryptocurrencies, which have grown to a market valued at more than $600 billion, according to CoinMarketCap. com. The broadening of this technology spans many other applications and creates various opportunities within the regulated cannabis market.

Seed-to-Sale Tracking Distributed ledger technology provides a greater degree of reliability and accuracy on the metadata associated with products -- times, dates, locations, quantities -- which have the potential to reduce friction in the cannabis marketplace, save businesses valuable resources, and provide greater transparency to government regulators.

According to Bloomberg,

IBM is also exploring how blockchain can improve seed-to-sale traceability in the Cannabis market (link)” Bitcoin Services, Inc. (OTC: BTSC) offers services related to cryptocurrency and bitcoin, such as Bitcoin Mining and Blockchain Software Development. “Bitcoin mining serves to both add transactions to the block chain and to release new Bitcoin.

The mining process involves compiling recent transactions into blocks and trying to solve a computationally difficult puzzle. The first participant who solves the puzzle gets to place the next block on the block chain and claim the rewards,” according to the company’s website.

Global Blockchain Technologies Corp. (OTC: BLKCF) is an investment company providing investors access to a basket of holdings within the blockchain space, managed by a team of industry pioneers and early adopters of all major cryptocurrencies.

On November 7, 2017, the company announced that its wholly owned subsidiary Global Blockchain Mining Corp. has entered into an agreement to acquire a 49.9% interest in Coinstream Mining Corp., (“Coinstream”) the world’s first cryptocurrency mining company to employ the streaming model, providing strategic upfront capital and an additional payment upon delivery of the cryptocurrency, to select, proven, best-in-class operators and operations, in exchange for a stream of future cryptocurrency production, at a fixed price.

MGT Capital Investments, Inc. (OTCQB: MGTI) ranks as one of the

KMIR Vince Marino Palm Springs, CA A local drag queen will continue his fight against the Hard Rock Hotel in Palm Springs despite being told by the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission that there was not enough evidence to support his claim of discrimination.

When Alfie Petit, also known as Ariel Trampway, started performing at the Hard Rock Hotel, things were going well.

“We made it a total success. Everybody came, everybody loved it,” said Petit.

But after about eight months, the management team at the Hard Rock Hotel started asking for changes.

Changes in the shows content and changes to Pettit’s pay.

Hard Rock Hotel Interim General Manager Eric Hill says the show was not going as well as originally planned.

“It was not successful from a financial perspective.

We did have some high attendance numbers, there were some numbers upwards of ninety sometimes one hundred attendees, however many of those were comps,” said Hill.

The hotel tried renegotiating the contract but were unsuccessful.

“We had no alternative but to exercise the clause to cancel the show,” Hill said.

“They said well if you’re not willing to negotiate, change your pricing, we’re going to blow this contract up and we’re done. they slammed their books, then about two hours later we got a cancellation notice,” said Pettit’s Spokesman Michael Ralke.

Petit is now suing the Hard Rock Hotel for discrimination, saying the show was canceled because

of his sexual orientation and because the Hard Rock Hotel didn’t want to become known as a “gay hotel.” Hill denies the allegations.

“We’re astonished. The Hard Rock is known to be a very inclusive brand. Our Love all, Serve all foundation

of the company is not just a slogan, it’s something we live every day,” said Hill.

Petit is moving forward with his lawsuit despite the Hard Rock Hotel’s attempt to settle the complaint out of court.

“Somebody has to stand

largest U.S. based Bitcoin miners. Further, the Company continues to focus on an expansion model to grow its crypto assets materially.

On December 6, 2017, the company announced that it has executed a new purchase order with Bitmain Technologies for an additional 500 S9 Antminer mining rigs, with shipment expected early in the first quarter of 2018.

“To meet the ongoing and projected ramp of our mining footprint, we are exploring cost-efficient locations for hosting and electricity on a global basis. In addition to the economics, we are focused on immediate availability of adequate power,” stated Stephen Schaeffer, President of the Company’s Crypto-Capital Strategies business unit.

SinglePoint, Inc. (OTC: SING) has grown from a fullservice mobile technology provider to a publicly traded holding company. On November 15, 2017, the company announced the soft launch of a bitcoin exchange aimed at solving payment issues plaguing the cannabis industry. SinglePoint sees vast opportunity for technology to solve payment issues related to high-risk transactions, specifically in the cannabis market. There is yet to be a standout leader in the cannabis payments space, and SinglePoint is looking to solidify its position through the company’s relationships and history of mobile payment offerings. The new solution can be utilized by any business from convenience stores to dispensaries in the 29 legal states and District of Columbia Source: PRNewswire/ FinancialBuzz.com

up for our rights. The fight is not over. And things like this happen ... Drag Queens get this all the time and it’s about time somebody stood up for them,” said Petit.

Local Drag Queen Moves Forward with Lawsuit Against Hard Rock Hotel

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PUBLIC NOTICE

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ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1707159, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1.

LOAN TRAN filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a. Present Name LOAN TRAN to Proposed Name: LORAN TRAN. 2.THE COURT ORDERS that all persons interested in this matter shall 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 a. Date: February 14, 2018 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS3, b. The address of the court is: 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92262, County of Riverside 3.a. 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 (specify newspaper): DESERT STAR WEEKLY 13279 PALM DRIVE SUITE 5, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240 Dated: December 28, 2017, Judge of the Superior Court, Publish January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018. DSW17-1006 NOTICE TO CREDITORS OF BULK SALE AND OF INTENTION TO TRANSFER ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSE(S) (UCC Sec. 6105 et seq. and B & P 24073 et seq.) Escrow No. 09000232SO NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a bulk sale of assets and a transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is about to be made. The name(s) and business address(es) of the Seller(s)/Licensee(s) are: Aymon Rateb Maleeh and Shatha Issa, 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 Doing Business as: Jerrys Market (Type - Retail Meat Market/Liquor Store) All other business name(s) and address(es) used by the Seller(s)/Licensee(s) within the past three years, as stated by the Seller(s)/Licensee(s), is/are: None The name(s) and address(es) of the Buyer(s)/Applicant(s) are: Jerrys Market & Liquor Inc., a California corporation 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 The assets being sold are generally described as: All furniture, fixtures, equipment and goodwill and is/are located at: 72711 Ramon Road, Thousand Palms, CA 92276 The type of license(s) and license no(s) to be transferred is/are: 21-Off-Sale General 580510 And are now issued for the premises located at: Same The bulk sale and transfer of alcoholic beverage license(s) is/are intended to be consummated at the office of Corinthian Title Company, Inc., 19340 Jesse Lane, Suite 180, Riverside, CA 92508 And the anticipated date of sale/transfer is ON OR AFTER FEBRUARY 9, 2018 AND UPON ABC TRANSFER OF LICENSE. The purchase price or consideration in connection with the sale of the business and transfer of the license, is the sum of $460,000.00, including inventory, estimated at $60,000.00, which consists of the following: DESCRIPTION: AMOUNT: Cash $1,000.00 Demand Note $329,300.00 Promissory Note (assumed) $129,700.00 Allocation - Sub Total $460,000.00 ALLOCATION TOTAL $460,000.00 It has been agreed between the Seller(s)/Licensee(s) and the intended Buyer/Applicant(s), as required by Sec. 24073 of the Business and Professions Code, that the consideration for the transfer of the business and license is to be paid only after the transfer has been approved by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. Dated: 12-22-17 Seller(s)/Licensee(s) S/ Aymon Rateb Mateeh S/ Shatha Issa Buyer(s)/ Applicant(s) Jerrys Market & Liquor Inc, a California corporation S/ Tamim Alnkoud, President S/ Shatha Issa, Vice President S/ Aymon Rateb Maleeh, Secretary 1/3/18 CNS-3085127# DESERT STAR WEEKLY. Publish January 3, 2018 DSW18-1005 NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE OF PERSONAL PROPERTY BY COMPETITIVE BIDDING (Civil Code § 798.56a (e) and Commercial Code 7210) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that the following personal property will be offered for sale to the general public for competitive bidding: Items to be sold: 1974 Lancer mobilehome Serial numbers 32163U and 32163X HUD Label Nos. unk. Decal Number AAH5742. and such contents as may be found therein. Date, time and place of competitive bidding: Date: January 16, 2017 Time: 11:00 a.m. Place: 376 Club Circle Drive Palm Springs, CA 92264 The property will be sold “as is” both as to physical condition and as to the existence of any liens, taxes, registration fees, late penalties or other charges. Payment shall be in cash or by certified funds and shall be made at the time of the sale. THE MOBILEHOME CANNOT REMAIN IN THE PARK. THE SUCCESSFUL BIDDER SHALL REMOVE THE MOBILEHOME AT HIS/HER OWN EXPENSE WITHIN 30 DAYS FOLLOWING THE PURCHASE. Dated: December 27, 2017 _______ /s/_________________________ Timothy S. O’Hara, Attorney for El Dorado Palms Estates. Publish December 27, 2017, January 3, 2018, DSW17-5326 PUBLIC INTERNET AUCTION NOTICE ABANDONED PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION #1709163 FORECLOSURE FILE NO 110967 AUCTION DATE: MONDAY JANUARY 8, 2018 AUCTION CLOSING TIME: 10:10 AM PST INTERNET AUCTION LOCATION: THEAUCTIONARIUM.HIBID.COM California Abandoned Personal Property Auction in accordance with California Civil Code sections 1980 thru 1991 Chapter 5 and/or 1993.07 et ux. Disposition of Personal Property Remaining on Premises at Termination of Tenancy, as amended, Valued at $700 or more to be conducted on-line or internet auction only. Abandoned by Behnam B. Safari, aka Bill Safari and/or William Crayton aka Billy Crayton And/or Ella Jackson and/or unnamed occupants to the possession of PNC Bank, NA Trustee, et al, at; 35887 Covington Dr., Wildomar, Riverside County State of California, 92525. Property to be auctioned includes: Vending Machines; Cold Drinks & Candy, furniture, beds, tables, dressers, entertainment center, chairs, clothing, shoes, tools, washer/dryer, refrigerator, electronics, books, purses, DVD’s, hats, sunglasses & more. Detailed information & Online bidding on website www.THEAUCTIONARIUM. COM. Terms & Conditions: INTERNET ONLY BIDDING FROM CATALOG PICTURES! Everything sold as-is where-is for CASH 17% Buyers Premium.

CA Sales tax where applicable. Payment in full at close of auction. The Auctionarium 818-583-7384.

Publish December 27, 2017, January 3, 2018.

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unknown tenants and/or unnamed occupants to the possession of David Biddle, et al, at; 15413 Lantern Hill Lane, Lake Elsinore, CA 92530, Riverside County State of California. Property to be auctioned includes: Furniture, beds, tables, shelves, dog kennels, Samsung refrigerator, 39 Pair shoes including Air Jordan, ladies designer & children’s, clothing, aquarium and supplies, curio cabinets, books, bicycles, BBQ, laptop, speakers, personal & bathroom sundry items, foodstuffs, consumer electronics, blue ray, Stetson Hat, Gucci handbag, assorted misc items & more. Detailed information & Online bidding on website www.THEAUCTIONARIUM.COM. Terms & Conditions: INTERNET ONLY BIDDING FROM CATALOG PICTURES! Everything sold as-is where-is for CASH 17% Buyers Premium.

CA Sales tax where applicable. Payment in full at close of auction. The Auctionarium 818-583-7384.

Publish December 27, 2017, January 3, 2018.

DSW17-5323

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: GEORGE- -TOWNSEND. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County November 28, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715256. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5330 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: AMP SPORTS LOUNGE, 68-718 E. PALM CANYON DR. STE #201, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County . Full name of registrant: PAUL CLINTON COCHRAN, 1164 SOUTH FARRELL DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264; ANTONIO- -LOPEZ III, 1164 SOUTH FARRELL DRIVE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. Business is conducted MARRIED COUPLE. 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: PAUL CLINTON COCHRAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County December 28, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201716513. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1007 January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: HARRIS MECHANICAL, 71370 18TH AVE., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: HARRIS & SONS FLOOR COVERING INC., 71370 18TH AVE., DESET HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241/CA. Business is conducted CORPORATION. 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: ERICA LEIGH HARRIS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 8, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715759. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW175329 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: D B CONSTRUCTION, 67 995 FOOTHILL RD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: MUJDIN- -BALLAZHI, 67 995 FOOTHILL RD, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above on 2/26/2017.

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: MUJDIN- -BALLAZHI. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 26, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201716398. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW18-1004 January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: GEEK GIRL FACTORY, 3472 ANDERSON AVENUE #85, RIVERSIDE, CA 92507.

Riverside County . Full name of registrant: LILLICE INC., 3472 ANDERSON AVENUE #85, RIVERSIDE, CALIFORNIA, 92507/CA. Business is conducted CORPORATION. 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: DOREEN HIROMI WONG, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County December 22, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County ClerkRecorder File No. R-201716342. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1002 January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: MOBILE DOCX’S, 42751 STATE HIGHWAY 74, HEMET, CA 92544, HEMET, CA 92544.

Riverside County; PO BOX 5015, HEMET, CA 92544 . Full name of registrant: ANDREW- -TORRENSEN, 42751 STATE HIGHWAY 74, HEMET, CA 92544.

Business is conducted 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: ANDREW- -TORRENSEN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County December 13, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715980. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

DSW18-1001 January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: OMNI TILE AND STONE, 66068 SAN JOSE RD, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA., 92240.

Riverside County; 66068 SAN JOSE RD, DESRT HOT SPRINGS, CA., 92240 . Full name of registrant: MIGUEL ANGEL RODRIGUEZ, 66068 SAN JOSE RD, DESRT HOT SPRINGS CA 92240. Business is conducted 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: MIGUEL ANGEL RODRIGUEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County December 27, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201716473. 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 PUBLIC INTERNET AUCTION NOTICE ABAN- OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. DONED PERSONAL PROPERTY AUCTION #1709- SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE).

162 EVICTION CASE NO:SWC1700634 AUCTION DSW18-1000 January 3, 10, 17, 24, 2018 DATE: MONDAY JANUARY 8, 2018 AUCTION CLOSING TIME: 2:22 PM PST INTERNET AUC- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE TION LOCATION: THEAUCTIONARIUM.HIBID.COM FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSICalifornia Abandoned Personal Property Auction NESS AS: GEM CANDY CREATIONS; LUXE in accordance with California Civil Code sections CANDY GEMS, GEM CANDY JEWELERS, 3715 1980 thru 1991 Chapter 5 and/or 1993.07 et ux. MOUNTAIN GATE, PALM SPRINGS, CA 92262.

Disposition of Personal Property Remaining on Riverside County. Full name of registrant: GEORGEPremises at Termination of Tenancy, as amended, -TOWNSEND, 3175 MOUNTAIN GATE, PALM Valued at $700 or more to be conducted on-line SPRINGS, CA 92262. Business is conducted INDIor internet auction only. Abandoned by Robera VIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact Noble, Mercedes Noble, Charlton Noble and/or business under the fictitious name(s) listed above.

FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: PERFECT EYEBROWS, 34300 MONTEREY AVENUE, SUITE 101, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: RAJESH KUMARI KAUSHAL, 68946 PEAK DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted 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: RAJESH KUMARI KAUSHAL. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 11, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County ClerkRecorder File No. R-201715777. 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

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OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW175328 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: SNUG HARBOR, 66275 IRONWOOD DESET HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: JEFFREY GLENN COLLINS, 66275 IRONWOOD DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted 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: JEFFREY GLENN COLLINS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 19, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201716208. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5327 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: KAY CUBE DESIGNERS, 12049 PALM DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANA VERONICA VALENICA, 12049 PALM DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted 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: ANA VERONICA VALENICA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 6, 2017.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715609. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5322 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: KAREN’S PARTY SUPPLIES, 12049 PALM DRIVE, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: ANA VERONICA VALENICA, 12049 PALM DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above on 11/20/2017. I declare that all the information in this statement is true and correct. (A registrant,

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who declares as true, information which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: ANA VERONICA VALENICA. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 6, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715613. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW175321 December 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 17, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: REAL ESTATE RESOURCE CENTERS, 27450 YNEZ RD #306, TEMECULA, CA 92591.

Riverside County. Full name of registrant: PROPEL SYSTEMS, INC., 31415 CONGRESSIONAL DRIVE, TEMECULA, CA 92591/CA. Business is conducted CORPORATION. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above on 11/20/2017. 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: KURT WILLIAM ECCLEFIELD/CEO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on November 30, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715363. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW175319 December 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS: THE LEAK DETECTORS, 13805 CACTUS DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: RODRIGO VIDAL FARIAS VALDOVINOS, 13805 CACTUS DR., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

Business is conducted 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: RODRIGO VIDAL FARIAS VALDOVINOS. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 13, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715960. 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

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(SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND Full name of registrant: JOSEPH PETER COLEPROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5318 December MAN, 119 BRISA DR., PALM DESERT, CA 92211; 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 KEITH CARLTON BECKLEY, 40235 AYER LANE, TEMECULA, CA 92591. Business is conducted FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant commenced FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- to transact business under the fictitious name(s) NESS AS: EDD’S ELECTRIC, 67238 ASISTENCIA listed above on 11/24/2017. I declare that all the DR., CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside information in this statement is true and correct.

County. Full name of registrant: EDUARDO- -AR- (A registrant, who declares as true, information REDONDO, 67238 ASISTENCIA DR., CATHEDRAL which he or she knows to be false, is guilty of CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted INDI- a crime) Signed: JOSEPH PETER COLEMAN. VIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact This statement was filed with the County Clerk of business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. Riverside County on November 29, 2017. Peter I declare that all the information in this statement Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as R-201715285. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSItrue, information which he or she knows to be false, NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS is guilty of a crime) Signed: EDUARDO- -ARRE- FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE DONDO. This statement was filed with the County OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS Clerk of Riverside County on November 27, 2017. BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATENo. R-201715181. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTI- UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW TIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5313 December STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTH- FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE ER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI(SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND NESS AS: RANCH AND CAMP, 66406 PIERSON PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5317 December BLVD., DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240.

20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 Riverside County. Full name of registrant: DANIEL VICTOR TURK, 15500 BUBBLING WELLS RD FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE #127, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. BusiFOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- ness is conducted INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not NESS AS: INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY GROUP, yet begun to transact business under the fictitious 269 CORTE BELLA, PALM DESERT, CA 92260 name(s) listed above. I declare that all the informaRiverside County. Full name of registrant: DEBRA tion in this statement is true and correct. (A regisSUE ZIMMERMAN, 269 CORTE BELLA, PALM trant, who declares as true, information which he or DESERT, CA 92260. Business is conducted INDI- she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) Signed: VIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact DANIEL VICTOR TURK. This statement was filed business under the fictitious name(s) listed above. with the County Clerk of Riverside County on DeI declare that all the information in this statement cember 14, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares as Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201716029. NOTICE — true, information which he or she knows to be false, THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT is guilty of a crime) Signed: DEBRA SUE ZIMMER- EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS MAN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. of Riverside County on December 15, 2017. Peter A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING R-201716073. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHONESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS OF ANOT+HER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN 5312 December 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI(SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND NESS AS: Q, 40820 WINCHESTER ROAD #2720, PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5315 December TEMECULA, CA 92591. Riverside County; 1324 E 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 WASHINGTON BLVD, LOS ANGELES, CA 90021.

Full name of registrant: IBS FASHION, 1324 E FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE WASHINGTON BLVD., LOS ANGELES, CA 90021/ FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- CA. Business is conducted CORPORATION. RegNESS AS: HUFF SURVEILLANCE & SECURITY, istrant commenced to transact business under the 108 CANYON ROCK RD., PALM SPRINGS, CA fictitious name(s) listed above on 05/01/15. I declare 92264 Riverside County. Full name of registrant: that all the information in this statement is true and ZACHARY BROC HUFF-RAIL-MCGOWAN, 108 correct. (A registrant, who declares as true, inforCANYON ROCK RD., PALM SPRINGS, CA 92264. mation which he or she knows to be false, is guilty Business is conducted INDIVIDUAL. Registrant of a crime) Signed: KYUNG JU JO, PRESIDENT. has not yet begun to transact business under the This statement was filed with the County Clerk of fictitious name(s) listed above. I declare that all the Riverside County on November 30, 2017. Peter information in this statement is true and correct. (A Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. registrant, who declares as true, information which R-201715346. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSIhe or she knows to be false, is guilty of a crime) NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS Signed: ZACHARY BROC HUFF-RAIL-MCGOWAN. FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE This statement was filed with the County Clerk of OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS Riverside County on December 12, 2017. Peter BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATER-201715899. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSI- MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN NESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATE- PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5311 December MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI(SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESS AND NESS AS: BETTER ICE CREAM, 82227 HWY 111, PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5314 December STE A26, INDIO, CA 92201. Riverside County. Full name of registrant: CRISTIAN AGUILAR VAZQUEZ, 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 10, 2018 43596 DEGLET NOOR STREET, INDIO, CA 92201; FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE OCTAVIO- -MARTINEZ FARIAS, 43596 DEGLET FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSI- NOOR STREET, INDIO, CA 92201. Business is NESS AS: TALK SKATEBOARDING, 119 BRISA conducted GENERAL PARTNERSHIP. Registrant DR, PALM DESERT, CA 92211. Riverside County.

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commenced to transact business under the fictitious name(s) listed above on 11/30/2017. 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: CRISTIAN AGUILAR VAZQUEZ. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on December 1, 2017. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201715416. 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., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONS CODE). DSW17-5309 December 13, 20, 27, 2017, January 3, 2018 T.S. No. 060258-CA APN: 633-062-001-9 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 7/18/2006.

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 On 2/6/2018 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 7/20/2006, as Instrument No. 2006-0532412, of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: KIM A. HEMMES AND MARGARET B. TAKEDA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AS JOINT TENANTS WILL SELL AT PUBLIC AUCTION TO HIGHEST BIDDER FOR CASH, CASHIER’S CHECK DRAWN ON A STATE OR NATIONAL BANK, A CHECK DRAWN

BY A STATE OR FEDERAL CREDIT UNION, OR A CHECK DRAWN BY A STATE OR FEDERAL SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, SAVINGS ASSOCIATION, OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: AT THE FRONT STEPS TO THE ENTRANCE OF THE FORMER CORONA POLICE DEPARTMENT, 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 all right, title and interest conveyed to and now held by it under said Deed of Trust in the property situated in said County and State described as: MORE FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 75255 DESERT PARK DR INDIAN WELLS, CA 92210-8351 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be held, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, condition, or encumbrances, including fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust, to pay the remaining principal sums of the note(s) secured by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $798,920.99 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned 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

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insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code.

The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 060258-CA. Information about postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. FOR SALES INFORMATION: (844) 477-7869 CLEAR RECON CORP 4375 Jutland Drive San Diego, California 92117 Publish January 3, 10, 17, 2018 DSW18-1003 APN: 603-561-029-8 TS No: CA07000951-17-1-FT TO No: NXCA-0251718 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE (The above statement is made pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d)(1). The Summary will be provided to Trustor(s) and/or vested owner(s) only, pursuant to CA Civil Code Section 2923.3(d) (2).) YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED July 7, 2014. 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 14, 2018 at 09:00 AM, Auction.com Room, 2410 Wardlow Road #104, Corona, CA 92880, MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps, as the duly Appointed Trustee, under and pursuant to the power of sale contained in that certain Deed of Trust recorded on July 11, 2014 as Instrument No. 2014-0259198, of official records in the Office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, executed by MARIA V. SANDOVAL, A MARRIED WOMAN AS HER SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY AND STEPHANIE ESPINOZA, A SINGLE WOMAN, as Trustor(s), in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. as nominee for PINNACLE CAPITAL MORTGAGE CORPORATION as Beneficiary, 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: AS MORE FULLY DESCRIBED IN SAID DEED OF TRUST The 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: 84353 REDONDO SUR, COACHELLA, CA 92236 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 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 the Deed of Trust, estimated 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 obligations secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses

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and advances at the time of the initial publication of this Notice of Trustee’s Sale is estimated to be $243,506.10 (Estimated). 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. 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.

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 Auction.com at 800.280.2832 for information regarding the Trustee’s Sale or visit the Internet Web site address www.Auction.com for information regarding the sale of this property, using the file number assigned to this case, CA0700095117-1-FT. 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. Date: December 12, 2017 MTC Financial Inc. dba Trustee Corps TS No. CA07000951-17-1-FT 17100 Gillette Ave Irvine, CA 92614 Phone:949-252-8300 TDD: 866-660-4288 Myron Ravelo, Authorized Signatory SALE INFORMATION CAN BE OBTAINED ONLINE AT www.Auction.com FOR AUTOMATED SALES INFORMATION PLEASE CALL: Auction.com at 800.280.2832 Trustee Corps may be acting as a debt collector attempting to collect a debt. Any information obtained may be used for that purpose.ISL Number 36238, Pub Dates: 12/27/2017, 01/03/2018, 01/10/2018, DESERT STAR WEEKLY. DSW17-5320

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Hundreds of cars burnt in France, over 500 arrested

By Desert Star Staff New Year’s Eve celebrations in France have turned out to be not only a time of joy, but also a frantic spell for police and emergency service personnel who faced mass disorder across the country.

The number of vehicles torched during the festivities that spiraled out of control in Paris and other French cities have surpassed 1,000, the

French Interior Ministry said in a statement reviewing the New Year’s Eve celebrations.

The number of vehicle arson attacks “slightly exceeded” last year’s figures, when 935 cars were set alight, the ministry added.

However, in last year’s statement, the ministry actually put the number of burnt cars at 650 and not 935 – which means the increase could be much higher. Police said

both tallies were lower than similar incidents in 2012 and 2013, when 1193 and 1067 cars were burnt respectively.

The statement said further that 510 people were arrested during the festivities, calling it a “significant increase” in comparison to last year’s 454 arrests. The number of people charged with various offenses also jumped slightly from 301 to 349, according to the ministry.

All things considered, the ministry said New Year was celebrated “serenely” and ran “smoothly,” describing all the incidents as just “a certain number of ordinary disorders.”

For France, though, such “incidents” have evolved into some sort of a “tradition.”

The practice to set cars alight on New Year’s Eve as a symbol of protest reportedly originated in the ‘90s in the poorest areas of the country’s east, around Strasbourg.

The burning of cars has been used since as an expression social discontent, occurring almost every year.

The highest number of such incidents were registered between 2005 and 2009. In 2010 and 2011 the interior ministry declined to release any figures, drawing criticism that the numbers could have been too embarrassing for the government.

This time, however, France’s New Year celebrations were marred by a number of particularly violent incidents.

About 11 law enforcement officers, both from the police and gendarmerie,

were injured in various incidents that took place on New Year’s Eve, according to the interior ministry.

One particular case provoked widespread public indignation and caught the attention of the French President Emmanuel Macron.

Three officers were injured in the Paris’s southeastern suburb of Chennevieres-surMarne as police were called to stop a group of several dozens of people from forcing their way into a private party.

The incident quickly descended into violence, with the angry mob severely beating the officers, including a female. Videos of the incident were subsequently posted on social media, provoking public fury. The footage shows a policewoman lying on the ground as she is being kicked by the crowd.

Macron condemned the episode on Twitter as “a cowardly and criminal lynching.” He also demanded that those guilty of committing the assault “be found and punished.”

Suicide Rate is Up 1.8 Percent

Dr. Christine Moutier, Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

By Desert Star Staff NEW YORK, - On December 21, 2017, the CDC released the most recent data related to suicide for the year 2016. According to these data, suicide is still the tenth leading cause of death and the rate of suicide in 2016 increased by 1.8 percent. In 2015, the last year the CDC released mortality data, there were 44,193 suicide deaths; in 2016 there were 44,965, an increase of 772 additional deaths. Dr. Christine Moutier, the Chief Medical Officer of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, the nation’s largest suicide prevention organization released this statement about the new data:

“We are disheartened because every suicide is a tragedy, and the suicide rate in the US has been steadily increasing for years. The more the public understands about suicide prevention, the more likely we’ll see the rate of suicide begin to decrease. Creating a culture open to talking about mental health and suicide prevention is critical. Making treatment truly accessible for all people is paramount.

As the nation’s largest private funder of suicide research, we know concentrated and strategic suicide prevention efforts can be successful. We have invested in Project 2025, a

By Desert Star Staff With temperatures dropping 15 to 25 degrees below average in vast areas of the US breaking centuryold records, citizens and authorities are taking unusual measures to stay warm and to keep facilities running.

The water tower in an Evansdale suburb in Iowa froze when temperatures fell to minus 20 degrees (-29 Celsius). Mayor Doug Faas is considering sending in thermal suited divers to help break up the ice. The tower stores water for the town’s needs.

Faas told the Waterloo Cedar Falls Courier that an ice cap which has formed inside the tower is making it impossible for the water to circulate in or out, and the city is exploring all options to find a solution.

The National Weather Service has issued wind chill advisories and freeze warnings as temperatures plunged to a record low of 15 to 25 degrees for a vast area from South Texas to Canada, and from Montana through

New England as a result of a high cold pressure front.

The weather has been blamed for nine deaths in the past week, according to AP. With temperatures dipping as low as 23 degrees (-5 degrees), residents in upstate New York are shoring up with heating supplies in preparation for sub-zero temperatures anticipated for the rest of the week.

A call seeking more oil was posted on social media

by Chris Wells, artistic director for The Secret City, who lives in Woodstock, New York.

With temperatures dipping as low as 23 degrees (-5 degrees), residents in upstate New York are shoring up with heating supplies in preparation for sub-zero temperatures anticipated for the rest of the week.

Wells told the press he lives in an historic cottage built in 1902, and while he is not sure if the oil furnace that heats the house dates back that far “it very well may.”

“We got a good delivery of oil a while ago but with

high-impact, collaborative initiative developed by AFSP, aimed at the organization’s bold goal of reducing the annual suicide rate 20 percent by 2025. Based on the evidence, AFSP has determined a series of actions across four critical areas to help reach this unprecedented goal including: (1) firearms and suicide prevention, (2) large healthcare systems, (3) emergency departments, and (4) corrections system.

Through Project 2025, we will reach across all demographic and sociological groups to have the greatest impact for suicide prevention, and the potential to save thousands of lives within the next decade. As a nation, we need to invest our time and resources in effective prevention efforts.

The lives of millions of Americans depend on it.”

Suicide – The New Numbers • Men die by suicide 3.57 more times than women • White males account for seven out of ten suicides • Among people in middle age (45-54) the rate of suicide slightly decreased • In the second highest risk age category of those 85 years old and older, there was a small decrease in the suicide rate • All other age groups increased slightly (except 45-54 and 85 and older) • Related to race, Caucasian people have the highest rate of suicide • The suicide rate among Caucasian people

decreased slightly • There was an increase in the suicide rate among Alaska Native and American Indian people • More than half of suicide deaths were by firearms, 51 percent (from just under 50 percent last year) • For young people between the ages of 15-24, the suicide rate went from of 5.3 suicide deaths per 100,000 to 5.4 suicide deaths per 100,000 To view these most recent CDC data on suicide: https:// afsp.org/about-suicide/ suicide-statistics/. For safe reporting: https://afsp.org/ about-suicide/for-journalists/.

The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention is dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. AFSP creates a culture that’s smart about mental health through education and community programs, develops suicide prevention through research and advocacy, and provides support for those affected by suicide. Led by CEO Robert Gebbia and headquartered in New York, and with a public policy office in Washington, D.C., AFSP has local chapters in all 50 states with programs and events nationwide.

Learn more about AFSP in its latest Annual Report, and join the conversation on suicide prevention by following AFSP on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube.

Source: PrnewswireAmerican Foundation for Suicide Prevention

this unexpected cold snap we used four times the amount of oil in the month than we usually use.”

He said they tried at least 12 companies, and “everybody is tapped out.”

“One of the small companies we called said the bigger oil companies have been calling them to see if they have backlogs of oil. It is starting to appear as if there is a shortage,” said Wells. “I don’t know if this cold spell was anticipated.”

Authorities opened warming shelters in the South as temperatures dipped close to zero in Alabama and Georgia. In Aberdeen, South Dakota, the mercury dropped to a record-breaking minus 32.

In Alpine, Wisconsin, a dozen elk had to be rescued after they fell through the ice.

“About a dozen elk were roped, lassoed and dragged to safety Fri morning after they fell through the ice into Palisades Reservoir in Alpine, WY,” tweeted Mike Seidel from Wisconsin. “Thanks to Dusty Jones (video) & ~20 community members who also used chain saws during the rescue.”

With health and safety on the minds of elected officials and weather agencies, others are finding opportunities in the unprecedented drop in temperatures, prompting scientific experiments and photographic novelty in Gettysburg, PA and Connecticut.

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Bitcoin billionaires & privacy crusaders: Tech leaders to follow in 2018

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By Desert Star Staff The end of year is a time of reflection for most, but when it comes to the innovating industries of tech, science and space, it’s vital to keep looking forward.

Here, is a list of eight ‘ones to watch’ for 2018; a list of exciting innovators, influential players and industry leaders worth following into the new year.

Elon Musk: The Tesla tycoon always has something up his sleeve, but 2018 is shaping up to be a particularly exciting year for his aerospace manufacturing company, SpaceX. If Musk’s timeline is to be believed, he’s winning the race to Mars by more than a decade, and the end goal of colonizing the solar system begins with a single test flight, due to take off in 2018.

Not content with simply entering Mars’ orbit, Musk even suggested sending his Tesla Roadster to the Red Planet on the Falcon Heavy in the new year. The billionaire later clarified that the car won’t actually go to Mars, but rather where it orbits the sun and live in space for eternity.

Kim Dotcom: Despite being embroiled in lengthy legal battles due to copyright infringement charges in the US for the majority of this year, the Megaupload founder is giving hosting another try.

The German-born entrepreneur is launching a new file sharing service called ‘Bitcache’ which allows publishers to upload content and sell it directly to users, with all transactions through the cryptocurrency Bitcoin.

Max Schrems: Austrian privacy lawyer and activist Max Schrems is continuing to fight Facebook over the social network’s sharing of European users’ personal information to the US. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) is set to rule on Schrems’ individual case against Facebook, which could have major implications on any company operating in Europe and sharing their data overseas.

Schrems also launched an NGO called NOYB (None Of Your Business) to fund www.desertstarweekly.com

class action lawsuits against Facebook. Since its launch on November 28 it has raised more than €120,000 of a €250,000 goal.

NOYB needs to establish itself before the EU-wide GDPR comes into force in May, 2018. Under the new regulations, companies will face fines of up to €20 million, or 4 percent of global revenue, if they break the new rules.

Sophia: Sophia, the world’s first citizen robot, will be one to watch over the coming year as she develops human emotions, forges her career and starts a family.

Saudi Arabia made history in 2017, by giving Sophia citizenship of the country.

Reportedly modelled on Audrey Hepburn, Sophia was built and developed in Hong Kong by Hansen Robotics and hopes to pave the way to a “more harmonious future between robots and humans.”

“I foresee massive and unimaginable change in the future. Either creativity will rain on us, inventing machines spiralling into transcendental super intelligence or civilization collapses,” Sophia said to The Khaleej Times. “There are only two options and which one will happen is not determined. Which one were you striving for?”

Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss: Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, the twin brothers best known for suing Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg in 2008 for allegedly stealing their social network idea, may have recently become the world’s first bitcoin billionaires.

The identical pair are now worth more than $1 billion after capitalising on the their $65 million Zuckerberg payout and the astonishing rise of cryptocurrency.

Tyler and Cameron made a $11 million investment in bitcoin some four years ago, which has surged about 10,000 percent since – reportedly the first billion-dollar return made by a cryptocurrency investor.

Speaking of ones to watch, few developments in 2018 will be more interesting to follow than the rise of cryptocurrencies and

bitcoin in particular – which reached a new high (at the time of writing) of $20,000 per coin in December.

The Collison brothers: John Collison, the world’s youngest self-made billionaire – and one half of the innovating Irish Collison brothers – knows their valuation is dependent upon the duo’s ability to produce competitive products that equal the success of Stripe, the online payment service used by Lyft, Target and Amazon.

The 27-year-old cofounded the company along with his brother Patrick, 29,

in 2010, and now employs more than 750 people in a San Francisco office that was once home to the file storing service, Dropbox.

The latest funding round in November 2016 saw Stripe valued at $9.2 billion, with each brother holding a $1.1 billion stake, making the pair two of the top three youngest self-made tech billionaires in the world.

“The valuation is predicated on us continuing to execute and launch very compelling products in a highly competitive space — so good signs, but still a lot to do,” said Collison to the BBC. In other words, watch this space.

Evan Spiegel: It was a momentous year for 27-yearold SnapChat co-founder and CEO Evan Spiegel. He became the youngest ever CEO of a public company when Snap Inc. began trading in March.

With some 170 million users at his fingertips and Facebook and Instagram aggressively recreating every feature and filter the Snap team can think of, Spiegel is hotly anticipated to continue creating waves in the millennial pool for years to come.

Spiegel says the

company is working hard to attract the pools of users which are presently beyond their grasp – that is to say people over the age of 34, Android users, and those in underdeveloped countries.

Alaina Percival: You may or may not have noticed that, with the exception of a robot, the ‘ones to watch’ are decidedly male – perhaps that’s what makes this final entry all the more significant.

Alaina Percival, CEO of the non-profit ‘Women Who Code,’ is working to diversify tech by helping women excel in the predominantly male industry. Reaching 500,000 women across 20 countries in her first two years alone.

As it stands women make up about 5 percent of leadership roles in tech, something Percival wants to increase dramatically, to no less than 50 percent.

“What happens is that, once you get above that 25 or 30 percent mark, women are no longer tokens — they’re just leaders. It’s important for companies to buy into this mindset because teams that are more diverse perform better,” Percival told The Window.

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