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‘Climate Protest’ More than two dozen protests are scheduled across Washington state for Friday’s Global Climate Strike. (DisobeyArt/Adobe Stock)

By Desert Star Staff SEATTLE – Young people are leading the world in strikes on Friday to demand action on climate change.

Students and workers are walking out in solidarity as part of the Global Climate Strike.

It’s taking place before the United Nations Climate Action Summit in New York on Monday.

Olivia Schroeder, a

senior at Lakeside High School in Seattle, is helping to organize the strike in the Emerald City. She says the movement is giving a voice to people who can’t yet vote.

“We have futures that we’re looking forward to, but we need the planet to be there for those futures and we need to be able to accomplish what we want to accomplish within our lifetimes or, like,

By Desert Star Staff Singer/songwriter Matthew Mayfield has released a new video for “S.H.A.M.E.,” a track from his latest album Gun Shy. “Shame is something we all deal with, but we rarely talk about,” Mayfield told Forbes Magazine, who called the video “powerful.” “I wrote [this] song not just for myself, but for everyone who feels the need to hide and isolate as a result of something they struggle with. It could be sex, food, booze, drugs, ego... the list is endless. No one should have to feel like they’re the only one.

That line, ‘So tell me one more

time that I’m fucked up and I’m just lucky enough to have you around’ was really hard to get through in the studio,” he said.

“I choked up a few times on the mic. As for the acronym, those are simply first letters of names of some of the folks who have shamed and disowned me as a result of certain struggles. It was an extremely painful process that no one should have to go through.

My goal with this song and the entire campaign around it is to help make sure people know they’re valued, cared

our kids and generations after us,” she states. “We need a planet there that’s not burning, going up in flames.”

At least 800 strikes are scheduled across all 50 states, including more than two dozen in Washington.

People in 150 countries also are planning to strike.

Another event, the International Earth Strike, is planned for

next Friday, Sept. 27.

Elle Johnson, a junior at Bellevue High School, is organizing the strike in her city. She says this issue has been put onto the shoulders of young people, and it’s leading to “eco-anxiety,” a fear that time is running out for the world to act.

Johnson maintains people have the tools to stop climate change. She says

what’s really needed is a large social movement and concern for the well-being of people on this planet.

“Almost every time I talk to people about climate change, I say if you’re empathetic enough to care about other people, then it’s inevitable that you’re going to join this movement,” she states.

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Help Safeguard Your Family’s Finances

By Desert Star Staff Every year, millions of American workers enroll in employee benefits through their workplaces during a period known as annual enrollment. It’s usually a short window of time, but employees make crucial financial decisions for their families for the coming year.

In addition to medical insurance, many employers offer a range of voluntary benefits – those you select and pay for yourself, often by having the cost deducted directly from your paycheck.

These voluntary benefits can help bridge the gap between what health insurance covers and what you’re financially responsible for, especially as more employees opt for high-deductible health insurance plans.

In fact, according to a poll of 1,512 full-time U.S. workers conducted by employee benefits company Unum, 49% of working adults plan on enrolling in a highdeductible health plan for the coming benefit year, with Millennials (58%) and Gen Z’ers

(54%) at even higher rates.

“While high-deductible health plans offer lower monthly payments, that can mean more financial responsibility for policyholders when they need to use the benefit,” said personal finance expert Laura Adams. “Combining a highdeductible health plan with a health savings account can offset out-of-pocket costs, but it’s also a good idea to consider voluntary benefits like disability, accident and hospital insurance to further financially protect your family.”

If an accident, illness or injury prevents you from working, disability insurance replaces a portion of your income. While it may seem unlikely to many they would ever experience a disability, it’s more common than some realize. Based on 2019 information from the Social Security Administration, more than 1 in 4 of today’s 20-yearolds will become disabled before reaching age 67.

Accident and hospital insurance can pay a lump sum directly to you to offset outof-pocket costs associated

Photo courtesy of Getty Images with medical care often not covered by health insurance.

• Accident insurance can provide financial benefits for urgent care and emergency room visits, ambulance and other transportation to the hospital, initial care and surgery, hospital stays and lodging expenses related to an accident and even follow-

up care such as doctor’s visits and physical therapy.

• Hospital insurance can pay a benefit directly to you when you are admitted to the hospital. This could include immediate medical costs and travel expenses or to help cover other bills.

Voluntary benefits, policies and details vary, so it’s essential

to review your options and discuss with your family before your benefits enrollment begins.

“Investing a little additional time on the front end can help reduce your family’s financial risk down the road,” Adams said.

For more information about employee benefits, visit Unum. com/benefits. Family Features

Study: Higher Uninsured Rate for Native American Kids.

By Desert Star Staff American Indian children in Arizona and across the United States are more likely to live in poverty, to die in infancy and to lack health coverage, according to a new report.

The study, from the Georgetown University Center for Children and Families, recommended that federal health officials work to lower the uninsured rate for these children in order to reduce their health disparities.

Study co-author Lauren Roygardner, a senior research associate at Georgetown, said that despite the multiple avenues for coverage, too many native children are falling through the cracks.

“One of the complexities is the sort of patchworkquilt effect of coverage,” she said. “These children are covered with Medicaid, CHIP, some kids have employersponsored insurance, and then there’s the Indian Health Service as well. There’s just still gaps, so we don’t have every child covered yet.”

The report found that across the United States, about 14% of native children are uninsured, more than double the overall rate of children across the country.

Roygardner said the study looked closely at about a dozen states with the greatest concentration of native children.

Roygardner described

the report as a statistical look at changes to the estimated 774,000 native children between 2010 and 2017.

It found that group to be disproportionately poor, in poor health and twice as likely to be uninsured. Of those states studied, Arizona had the largest coverage gaps.

“We looked at the top 10 states,” she said. “Arizona has over 98,000 children, and that is the greatest share of child population under 19, so that was 12.8% of the AI/ AN (American Indian and Alaska Native) population.”

Roygardner said Arizona’s decision to expand Medicaid in 2013 is one bright spot for this group of kids.

“We show the

percentage of the AI/AN children within your state who are covered with Medicaid,” she said, “and it does look like we are seeing an improvement, with 54% in 2010 - and by 2017, that increased by four percentage points to 58%.”

The study recommended that the federal government take steps to evaluate how well existing programs are

working, make necessary improvements, and provide the funding to ensure native children live healthy and productive lives.

The report is online at ccf.georgetown.edu.

Disclosure: Georgetown University Center for Children & Families contributes to our fund for reporting on Children’s Issues, Health Issues.

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for and loved unconditionally.”

The song is a call-out to the self-righteous and judgmental who perpetuate the idea that our shame should stay hidden and not discussed; it’s also a call for empathy, understanding, and the freedom to talk about our struggles. Mayfield has partnered with Love Is Louder, an organization co-founded by his friend, actress Brittany Snow, to foster a supportive community for conversations about dealing with shame, being mistreated, being isolated, and being misunderstood.

This special site features the video, provides a space to anonymously share their stories, and gives readers information

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about and donation options for Love Is Louder: https://1. shortstack.com/Ns7RHc. The video follows the release of Mayfield’s title track video “Gun Shy,” a no-frills tongue-in-cheek rock n’ roll song about love addiction and entitlement culture. “I didn’t feel the need to get too heavy on the lyric side - I just wanted to plug in, turn up, and make some proper rock ‘n roll,” he said. “’S.H.A.M.E.’ is by far the most powerful piece of art I’ve ever been a part of,” Mayfield told Forbes. “We shot the entire video to analog film to give it that grit you simply can’t get digitally.

Writing the song and filming the video were extremely lonely times, regardless of how many people were around. I had to get back into that awful headspace of being shamed, rejected, beaten down and alone. On a brighter note,” Mayfield adds, “this song and video are for all of us who feel alone or isolated

in our struggles. Regardless of what makes you feel ashamed, there’s always someone else out there dealing with the same thing. The most vivid memory I have of making the video is the scene where I’m screaming ‘I want out of this sickness.’

Two of the crew members started crying. I did as well. I wanted every single frame to be as authentic as every single lyric. I hope those who see it feel less alone as a result.”

From haunting acoustic ballads to gritty rock and roll songs filled with swagger and attitude, Mayfield has spent the past decade releasing music that has changed the hearts and lives of his listeners. Gun Shy is a collection of songs as varied as the emotions each of us feels.

If his previous release, RECOIL, was the fruit of an intense effort

by Mayfield to depict the good, the bad, and the ugly in the world he inhabited, Gun Shy is a look into all worlds – those

full of darkness and hope.

Mayfield will kick off his upcoming tour on September 19th in Washington, DC, with stops in New York City, Dallas,

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Hurricane Dorian lashed the Carolinas earlier this month. (Adobe Stock/NASA)

By Desert Star Staff RALEIGH, N.C. – This month marks the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Florence, and experts are gathering in Raleigh to discuss how North Carolina’s coastal communities and low-lying areas can prepare for the future.

Jay McLeod, senior planner for Municipal Planning & Mobility with Stewart Inc., helps local governments develop climate adaptation plans.

He says rising sea levels and a warming atmosphere that holds more water are triggering more intense storms, so coastal areas

need to have a game plan.

“Previous land-use development investment decisions, particularly on the coasts, were made prior to our current understanding of the challenges we’re facing,” he points out. “And so, communities across the state are re-evaluating their previous planning efforts.”

The Sept. 26 event is being hosted by The Nature Conservancy in North Carolina and the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies.

McLeod stresses that local governments need to start considering climate risk when it comes to making

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“As storms hit and places need to rebuild and reinvest, they really need to have a plan in place that’s been reviewed and vetted by the community, and that people can get behind, in order to make sure that future investments are not continuing to focus resources

and value into places that are at risk,” he states.

Andrew Huff, director of federal affairs for the National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies, says the insurance industry is now taking a more proactive approach to assisting communities in preparing before disasters hit, and is advocating for stronger building codes.

“I think our number one concern is trying to end what we call the endless cycle of destruction, where basically as it stands right now, many homes are built after disasters to the came sub-par standards that led to their destruction in the first place,” he states.

Last fall, President Donald Trump signed the Disaster Recovery Reform Act, which allows communities to use federal funding in order to boost infrastructure resilience in areas affected by a major disaster.

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Olivia Schroeder’s father, James Schroeder, is conservation director at The Nature Conservancy in Washington, which is joining the strike. He says he’s proud to see his daughter and other young people leading this movement.

“It’s the kids and the youth who are speaking out, and as a parent and as an

adult and as a professional, I want to be there in support of them because it’s their voices that we want to elevate,” he states.

Disclosure: The Nature Conservancy of Washington contributes to our fund for reporting on Climate Change/Air Quality, Energy Policy, Environment, Water.

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Mandy Moore: “When I Wasn’t Watching”

By Desert Star Staff Los Angeles, CA - Singersongwriter Mandy Moore had shared a soul-stirring new single titled “When I Wasn’t Watching.” A classic piece of California pop centered on her captivating vocals, the song is set to appear on Moore’s forthcoming full-length effort - her first album in over a decade, due out via Verve Forecast early next year. Go to watch the video for “When I Wasn’t Watching,” a softly stunning visual directed by Lauren Dukoff, photographer/director known for her work with Adele, Beyoncé, and Lady Gaga.

Produced by her longtime collaborator Mike Viola (Jenny Lewis, Andrew McMahon in the Wilderness), “When I Wasn’t Watching” channels the intense self-reflection Moore experienced in making her return to her music.

“The idea of diving back into music after so much time and personal change was really intimidating to me for a while,” says Moore. “But then I finally realized: I’m the only person who can make this move. It all has to start with me.”

Thanks mainly to Moore’s gracefully crafted lyrics and warm vocal performance, “When I Wasn’t Watching” also speaks to a more universal truth. “I think everyone’s had the experience of feeling lost and not quite understanding how you’ve found yourself at a certain point in your life,” Moore says. “And I think the key is not to judge yourself for that. I’m a big believer in the idea that what you’ve journeyed through is ultimately going to factor into the person you become, and how you’ll greet whatever big challenge you face next.”

Newly signed to Verve Forecast (a label whose roster also includes such esteemed artists as T Bone Burnett and J.S. Ondara), Moore began recording her upcoming album earlier this year. In a purposeful departure from the more tightly structured pop of her previous material, she’s worked closely with Viola and with her husband, Taylor Goldsmith (singer/guitarist/ songwriter for L.A.-based folkrock band Dawes), creating the album’s lyrics on her own and recording each song live with a full band setup.

“No one’s playing to a click track - it’s all happening live on the floor, which gives everything magic and spontaneity that’s so different from what I’ve done on any other record,” says Moore.

“And on top of that we’re recording to tape, so there’s no reworking or editing: a take is a take. At first, that was scary, but now it’s become a fun sort of pressure that really fuels me.”

As a result of that more organic production approach, songs like “When I Wasn’t Watching” embody a bright vitality that wholly fulfills

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Moore’s initial vision for the album. “I wanted to make a very California-sounding record - something that feels sunshiny and airy and natural, something you could listen to driving up and down the PCH with all the windows rolled down on a beautiful weekend day,” she notes.

With her next single due out before the end of the year, Moore looks forward to embarking on the next chapter of her music career with a newfound sense of agency. “I very much feel like I’m at the helm of the ship now, where I’m stepping back into music completely on my own terms,” she says. “Everything that’s happened up until this point has gotten me to where I am today, and I’m so excited to just keep moving forward.”

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‘Skintight’--A Funny Play About Sad People Playwright Joshua Harmon describes his latest work “Skintight,” now on view at the Geffen Playhouse, as “A funny play about sad people which feels like a very Jewish response to pain. When you’re struggling, you seek humor to find your way out of the situation you’re in.”

His earlier play “Bad Jews” (2015) also dealt with a Jewish family and their relationship with one another. In “Bad Jews,” the family has come together for the funeral of their beloved father and grandfather.

It is not only poignant, but it’s also hilarious as family members reminisce about the good and bad times shared.

In “Skintight” Jodi Isaac (Idina Menzel of “Wicked” fame) has come to celebrate her father’s 70th birthday, but she has also begun seeking love and support from her dad at his home in New York (beautifully designed by Lauren Halperin). Her middle-aged ex-husband has just married a much younger woman, 24 to be exact. She finds this not only humiliating but totally ridiculous not realizing that dear old dad (Harry Groener

with many theater credits and over 70 TV credits) is now in a new relationship with Trey (Will Brittain) who is the same age as her son Benjamin (Eli Gelb).

Elliot doesn’t want to draw attention to his age noting, “It’s not an achievement to not die.” It is clear that he does not want to celebrate this milestone birthday now that Trey is a part of his life.

Feeling hurt and shut out, Jodi tells Trey to “go home” while she is there with her son. He very emphatically tells her that this is his home now and he plans to say put.

He also plans to treat Elliot to motorcycle riding lessons as his personal gift. This makes her even angrier because it will take away from her limited time with dear ‘old’ dad.

To make matters worse, yet funnier, Jodi’s son shows up following his attendance at his dad’s wedding. He too wants to be with grandpa for this special occasion.

That evening as Jodi and Benjamin sit on the couch laughing and talking, Trey comes downstairs in his barely-there underwear and

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weeks, single days. “All things must end,” notes Devo’s Gerald Casale. On Saturday eve at Desert Daze, we will see The

Idina Menzel, Harry Groener, Will-Brittain heads to the kitchen for a late-night snack. He returns, eating Frosted Flakes from the box, and sits down next to Jodi. She immediately gets up and heads upstairs leaving the two young guys alone. It’s obvious that Benjamin finds Trey attractive just as granddad does.

Jodi has lost her husband to a younger woman, and now

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she feels she has to fight for her father’s attention. While this sounds sad, it is also darkly funny as Jodi comes to grips with essential family relationships. Will youth and beauty once again triumph?

She is by no means old, but her competition in both cases leave her feeling rejected by the important men in her life?

Once again, playwright

Harmon can find humor and laughter in what could easily have been turned into a depressing drama. It is truly a gift that is aided by Daniel Aukin’s skillful direction.

The “Skintight” engagement at the Geffen has already been extended due to popular demand.

For tickets and information call (310) 208-5454

all Devo.” The cosmic ballet pirouettes always forward, unfurling untold secrets.

According to the ancient blessing and curse “may you get what you want”--we give you Friday with The Flaming Lips, Stereolab and Animal Collective; Saturday with Ween, Devo, Flying Lotus 3D and The Locust; and Sunday with Wu-Tang Clan, Khruangbin, The Claypool Lennon Delirium and The Black Angels. All days with much more. Single Day Passes are available now.

This year, Desert Daze’s trial time release formula delivered a metered dose of artists between the initial announcement and the first full transmission. Side effects included: giddiness, shortness of breath, euphoria, excitability and reduced impulse control.

Rarer side effects included mild irritability and impatience.

Having thoroughly tested our formula, we’re excited to announce new artist additions: Dead Meadow and Richard Rose, a Q&A panel with Les Claypool and Sean Lennon, and screening of the new documentary We Intend to Cause Havoc (2019) with follow up Q&A to answer any of your burning questions about enigmatic Zamrock legends W.I.T.C.H..

We’ve also lifted the interdimensional veil to The Mystic Bazaar--tucked away in the Desert Daze campgrounds and only accessible to those

with a camping pass. The assembled mystics, musicians, shamans, healers, teachers and wanderers from all over the world will lead the workshops, ceremonies, yoga, meditations and soundbaths. The Mystic Bazaar will also feature Late Night Experimentations from Jacco Gardner, Klaus Johann Grobe, Sessa, Beef (Stella Mozgawa of Warpaint + Boom Bip), closing ceremonies with JJUUJJUU & Friends, plus much more.

For our second year in the location cited by Rolling Stone as “America’s most aesthetically pleasing...,” we’ve taken measures to improve entry traffic and all other avenues of your experience.

The “oasis among American festivals (Stereogum)” features well-maintained state park camping facilities including brick and mortar bathrooms with running water, real showers, flushing toilets and RV hookups. Watch your favorite performers from the back of an inflatable pegasus afloat Lake Perris. Swim or lounge on the beach among a forest of surreal sculptures and installation structures. Spin in place and count the mountains. The mountains are counting on you.

Desert Daze 2019 will take place October 10th 13th at Moreno Beach in Lake Perris, CA. Passes, VIP packages, camping and add ons are on sale now via https://desertdaze.org.

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City of Desert Hot Springs NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City Council will conduct a public hearing, in which they will consider: 1) An Addendum to the Final Environmental Impact Report (FEIR) for the Tuscan Hills Specific Plan (formerly the Desert Hot Springs Resort Cornerstone Specific Plan; and, 2) Specific Plan No. 02-16; and, 3) General Plan Amendment No. 03-16; and, 4) Zone Map Amendment No 03-16; and 5) Tentative Tract Map Nos. 36774, 37300, 37301, 37302, & 37303. The Public Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: Tuesday, October 1, 2019. TIME: 6:00 P.M. (or as soon thereafter as the matter may be heard). LOCATION: Carl May Community Center 11711 West Drive Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240. CASE(S): Addendum to the Cornerstone FEIR Specific Plan 02-16 General Plan Amendment 03-16 Zone Map Amendment 03-16 Tentative Tract Map Nos. 36774, 37300, 37301, 37302, & 37303 LOCATION: The project is located on the north side of Pierson Boulevard approximately ½ mile east of Palm Drive on the formerly approved Desert Hot Springs Resort Cornerstone Specific Plan project site (APN’s: 638-270-002, 003, 004, 005, 006, 638-340-005, 006, 007).

APPLICANT/REPRESENTATIVE: Walton Development & Management PROPOSAL: The Tuscan Hills community will provide for the development of up to 1878 residential homes, utilizing the attached and detached residential units. Within the community there will be over 46 acres of private open space with recreational facilities, walking trails, neighborhood parks, paseos, approximately 25 acres for regional drainage infrastructure improvements, 14.5 acres with a high-end 334 room resort hotel and spa, and open space with a potential for hiking and biking trails, picnic and play areas. ENVIRONMENTAL DETERMINATION: NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, an addendum to the Certified Desert Hot Springs Resort Cornerstone Specific Plan Final EIR has been prepared to address minor technical changes proposed by the project. Changes include a reduction in residential density, a reduction in the number of units, modification of the drainage system to meet current water quality management requirements, and a reduction in the size of the hotel and number of rooms for rent, and the elimination of the golf course. The proposed changes are minor technical changes and do not rise to the level of preparing a subsequent EIR. The Addendum determined that the project will not result in significant effects on the environment which haven’t already been examined and addressed through appropriate mitigation measures in the previously certified Desert Hot Springs Resort Cornerstone Specific Plan FEIR. Pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21166 no new information which was not known at the time and could not have been known at the time the FEIR was certified has become available; therefore, no subsequent or supplemental EIR is required. A more detailed explanation of the Addendum, pursuant to Section 15162 of the CEQA Guidelines, has been prepared for review by the Planning Commission and City Council. Availability of Environmental Documents: A copy of the Addendum to the Cornerstone FEIR and related documents are available for review at the Community Development Department at the City of Desert Hot Springs City Hall, 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, California, 92240 between the hours of 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Monday through Thursday. INTERESTED PERSONS MAY appear and be heard, or written comments may be submitted prior to the Public Hearing(s). Written comments will be made a part of the public record. The required public comment period began on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 and ended on Friday, June 7, 2019 at 5 P.M. Pacific Standard Time. Staff will continue to accept comments until Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 3 P.M. If this matter should at some future date go to court, court testimony may be limited to only those issues raised at the public hearing described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Desert Hot Springs, at or prior to, the public hearing.

QUESTIONS AND INQUIRIES regarding this matter or to review information for the above-described project: Contact Person: Scott Taschner Mailing Address: Community Development Department Community Development Department 65950 Pierson Boulevard, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 Phone: (760) 329-6411, Ext. 256 Email: staschner@ cityofdhs.org. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA): In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (760) 329-6411 or via email at jsoriano@cityofdhs. org. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled meeting(s) will enable the City to make reasonable accommodations to ensure accessibility.

Publish September 20, 2019. DSW19-5143 ORDER TO SHOW CAUSE FOR CHANGE OF NAME, CASE NO. PSC 1905539, SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA 3255 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA 92263, COUNTY OF RIVERSIDE TO ALL INTERESTED PERSONS: 1 ED POLISTICO-STEINWENDER filed a petition with this court for a decree changing names as follows: 1a.

Present Name: a. ED POLISTICO-STEINWENDER to Proposed Name: ED P STEINWENDER. 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: October 9, 2019 Time: 8:30 a.m., Dept.: PS4, 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

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HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Dated: August 12, 2019 BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEJudge of the Superior Court, Publish August 30, MENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN September 6, 13, 20, 2019. DSW19-5127 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 OPTIMAL AIR HEATING & AIR CONDI- PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish September 20, TIONING, 24584 WESTHAVEN CT., MURRIETA, 27, October 4, 11, 2019. DSW19-5138 CA 92562. Riverside County; 25060 HANCOCK AVE, SUITE103 #154, MURRIETA, CA 92562 Full FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE name of registrant: OPTIMAL AIR , INC 25060 FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSIHANCOCK AVE, SUITE 103 /154, MURRIETA, CA NESS AS KREATORZ, 45768 QUAILBRUSH ST, 92562-CA. Business is conducted by CORPORA- PALM DESERT, CALIFORNIA 92260. Riverside TION Registrant commenced to transact under the County. Full name of registrant CAMERON RONALD fictitious business name(s) listed above on 2015. DUNN, 45768 QUAILBRUSH ST, PALM DESERT, I declare that all the information in this statement CALIFORNIA 92260. Business is conducted by: is true and correct. (A registrant, who declares INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transas true, information which he or she knows to be act business under the fictitious business name(s) false, is guilty of a crime) Signed AMY NICOLE listed above. I declare that all the information in LAYMON, VICE PRESIDENT. This statement was this statement is true and correct. (A registrant, filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on who declares as true, information which he or she AUGUST 23, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County knows to be false, is guilty of a crime). Signed: Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201911705. NOTICE — CAMERON RONALD DUNN. This statement was THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS AUGUST 30, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. Clerk Recorder File No. R-201911985. NOTICE — A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHO- FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. RIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEBUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS MENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTIBUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). September TIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE 20, 27 October 4, 11, 2019 DSW19-5144 RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT SEQ., BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL CODE).

THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING Publish September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

BUSINESS AS ON SITE DRAPERY CLEANING, DSW19-5137 67928 AVA CT, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Riverside County; Full name of registrant: CARLOS-TORRES JR, 67928 AVA CT, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92240. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name(s) listed above on NOV 2000. 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: CARLOS-TORRES JR. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on September 12, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201912544. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

Publish September 20, 27 October 4, 11 2019 DSW19-5142 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS DIAMOND STAR DENTAL, 31280 BOB HOPE DRIVE, SUITE 102, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County; Full name of registrant: JAYJAY SAPIGAO DMD INC., 31280 BOB HOPE DRIVE, SUITE 102, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234/ CA. Business is conducted by CORPORATION Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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 JAYJAY MITRE SAPIGAO, PRESIDENT. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on SEPTEMBER 18, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201912767. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). September 20, 27 October 4, 11 DSW19-5141 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS MISSION MOVEMENT HEALTH COACHING, 32505 CANDLEWOOD DRIVE UNIT 112, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County.

Full name of registrant SHELBY ANN LAWRENCE, 32505 CANDLEWOOD DRIVE UNIT 112, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: SHELBY ANN LAWRENCE. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on SEPTEMBER 16, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201912710. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

Publish September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

DSW19-5140 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS STAR CLEANING SERVICE, 61140 DERONDA AVE, WHITEWATER, CA 92282.

Riverside County; 61140 DERONDA AVE, WHITEWATER, CA 92282. Full name of registrant WANDA KAY LEE HIBBLER, 61140 DERONDA AVE, WHITEWATER, CA 92282; DENNIS RAY CAMPBELL, 61140 DERONDA AVE, WHITEWATER, CA 92282.

Business is conducted by: MARRIED COUPLE. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: WANDA KAY LEE HIBBLER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on SEPTEMBER 04, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201912158. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

Publish September 20, 27, October 4, 11, 2019.

DSW19-5139 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS DIAMOND REMODELS, 2980 WHISPERING PALMS TRAIL, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant JONATHAN RICHARD DONATO, 29890 WHISPERING PALMS TRAIL, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: JONATHAN RICHARD DONATO. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 30, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201912004. 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

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FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS EVENT WEAR DESIGN AND MANUFACTURING, 18300 TOPAZ STREET, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241. Riverside County. Full name of registrant VICTORIA DIANE JOHNSON, 18300 TOPAZ STREET, DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA 92241. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: VICTORIA DIANE JOHNSON. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 26, 2019.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201911751. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. DSW19-5126 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS COIN-OP GAME ROOM, 28588 OLD TOWN FRONT ST #100, TEMECULA CA 92590.

Riverside County; 406 9th Street #312, San Diego, CA 92101. Full name of registrant: COINELIUS ENTERPRISES, LLC, 28588 OLD TOWN FRONT ST #100, TEMECULA CA 92590/CA. Business is conducted by LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY

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Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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 ROY ANTHONY LEDO, MEMBER. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 20, 2019.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk-Recorder File No. R-201911552. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT EXPIRES FIVE YEARS FROM THE DATE IT WAS FILED IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK. A NEW FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT MUST BE FILED BEFORE THAT TIME. THE FILING OF THIS STATEMENT DOES NOT ITSELF AUTHORIZE THE USE IN THIS STATE OF A FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME IN VIOLATION OF THE RIGHTS OF ANOTHER UNDER FEDERAL, STATE OR COMMON LAW (SEE SECTION 14411, ET. SEQ., BUSINESSAND PROFESSIONS CODE). August 30, September 6, 13, 20, 2019. DSW19-5125 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS VOYAGERCSL, 68779 D STREET CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234. Riverside County. Full name of registrant MICHAEL DARNELL MCLAIN, 68779 D STREET, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234.

Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: MICHAEL DARNELL MCLAIN. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 09, 2019.

Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201911062. NOTICE — THIS FICTITIOUS

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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 PROFESSIONAL CODE). Publish August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. DSW19-5121 STATEMENT OF ABANDONMENT OF USE OF FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME The following fictitious business name(s) GK FARMS, 38455 GEORGEWELL LANE, ANZA, CA 92539. RIVERSIDE COUNTY. Riverside County has been abandoned by the following person(s): EDISON-GOMEZ, 38455 GEORGEWELL LANE, ANZA, CALIFORNIA 92539; ARTURO- -GOMEZ, 38455 GEORGEWELL LANE, ANZA, CALIFORNIA 92539.

This business is conducted by: A CO-PARTNERS. The fictitious business name(s) referred to above was filed in Riverside County on: 02/22/2017. 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: EDISON- -GOMEZ This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County, signed by, Peter Aldana AssessorCounty Clerk-Recorder on JULY 30, 2019 File No. R-201702606. August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019. DSW19-5120 FICTITIOUS BUSINESS NAME STATEMENT THE FOLLOWING PERSON(S) IS (ARE) DOING BUSINESS AS HAPPILY EVER RENTALZ, 5019 PRAIRIE RUN RD, EASTVALE, CA 91752. Riverside County.

Full name of registrant LISSETTE- -FINCHUM, 5019 PRAIRIE RUN RD., EASTVALE, CA 91752. Business is conducted by: INDIVIDUAL. Registrant has not yet begun to transact business under the fictitious business 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: LISSETTE- -FINCHUM. This statement was filed with the County Clerk of Riverside County on AUGUST 20, 2019. Peter Aldana, Assessor-County Clerk Recorder File No. R-201911506. 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 PROFESSIONAL CODE).

Publish August 23, 30, September 6, 13, 2019.

DSW19-5118 T.S. No.: 2019-00349-CA A.P.N.:642-033-003-7 Property Address: 12300 Pomelo Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE PURSUANT TO CIVIL CODE § 2923.3(a) and (d), THE SUMMARY OF INFORMATION REFERRED TO BELOW IS NOT ATTACHED TO THE RECORDED COPY OF THIS DOCUMENT BUT ONLY TO THE COPIES PROVIDED TO THE TRUSTOR. NOTE: THERE IS A SUMMARY OF THE INFORMATION IN THIS DOCUMENT ATTACHED 注：本文件包含 一个信息摘要참고사항: 본첨부문서에정보요약서 가있습니다NOTA: SE ADJUNTA UN RESUMEN DE LA INFORMACIÓN DE ESTE DOCUMENTOTALA: MAYROONG BUOD NG IMPORMASYON SA DOKUMENTONG ITO NA NAKALAKIPLƯU Ý: KÈM THEO ĐÂY LÀ BẢN TRÌNH BÀY TÓM LƯỢC VỀ THÔNG TIN TRONG TÀI LIỆU NÀY. IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/27/2004. 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. Trustor: Jesus Delgadillo, A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY. Duly Appointed Trustee: Western Progressive, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 11/09/2004 as Instrument No. 2004-0890678 in book ---, page--- and of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Date of Sale: 10/23/2019 at 09:00 AM Place of Sale: AUCTION.COM ROOM, 2410 WARDLOW ROAD , CORONA, CA 92880 Estimated amount of unpaid balance, reasonably estimated costs and other charges: $156,908.73 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE THE TRUSTEE 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

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SAVINGS AND LOAN ASSOCIATION, A SAVINGS ASSOCIATION OR SAVINGS BANK SPECIFIED IN SECTION 5102 OF THE FINANCIAL CODE AND AUTHORIZED TO DO BUSINESS IN THIS STATE: All right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described as: More fully described in said Deed of Trust.

Street Address or other common designation of real property: 12300 Pomelo Drive, Desert Hot Springs, CA 92240 A.P.N.: 642-033-003-7 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust with interest thereon, as provided in said note(s), advances, under the terms of said Deed of Trust, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee and of the trusts created by said Deed of Trust. The total amount of the unpaid balance of the obligation secured by the property to be sold and reasonable estimated costs, expenses and advances at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale is: $ 156,908.73. Note: Because the Beneficiary reserves the right to bid less than the total debt owed, it is possible that at the time of the sale the opening bid may be less than the total debt.

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 of the Deed of Trust has executed and delivered to the undersigned a written request to commence foreclosure, and the undersigned caused a Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on this 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 (866)-960-8299 or visit this Internet Web site http://www.altisource.com/MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices. aspx using the file number assigned to this case 2019-00349-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.

Date: August 31, 2019 Western Progressive, LLC, as Trustee for beneficiary C/o 1500 Palma Drive, Suite 237 Ventura, CA 93003 Sale Information Line: (866) 960-8299 http://www.altisource.com/ MortgageServices/DefaultManagement/TrusteeServices.aspx. Trustee Sale Assistant. WESTERN PROGRESSIVE, LLC MAY BE ACTING AS A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED MAY BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. Publish September 13, 20, 27, 2019. DSW19-5136 T.S. No. 081579-CA APN: 694-100-003-3 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE IMPORTANT NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST, DATED 4/19/2007.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER On 10/1/2019 at 3:00 PM, CLEAR RECON CORP, as duly appointed trustee under and pursuant to Deed of Trust recorded 4/26/2007, as Instrument No. 2007-0282081, in Book , Page , , of Official Records in the office of the County Recorder of Riverside County, State of CALIFORNIA executed by: JEAN GUY PELLETIER,

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AND LIZETTE G. PELLETIER, AS TRUSTEES OF THE JEAN GUY PELLETIER AND LIZETTE G. PELLETIER REVOCABLE LIVING TRUST 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: LOT 26 OF TRACT NO. 16293 AS SHOWN BY MAP ON FILE IN BOOK 116 PAGES 51 THROUGH 56 OF MAPS, RECORDS OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA The street address and other common designation, if any, of the real property described above is purported to be: 74691 SWEETWELL RD THOUSAND PALMS, CA 92276 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address and other common designation, if any, shown herein. Said sale will be 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: $272,772.33 If the Trustee is unable to convey title for any reason, the successful bidder’s sole and exclusive remedy shall be the return of monies paid to the Trustee, and the successful bidder shall have no further recourse.

The beneficiary under said Deed of Trust heretofore executed and delivered to the undersigned a written Declaration of Default and Demand for Sale, and a written Notice of Default and Election to Sell. The undersigned or its predecessor caused said Notice of Default and Election to Sell to be recorded in the county where the real property is located. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (844) 477-7869 or visit this Internet Web site WWW.STOXPOSTING.COM, using the file number assigned to this case 081579-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 September 6, 13, 20, 2019. DSW19-5134 T.S. No.: 19-22767 A.P.N.: 610-301-006-5 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 7/29/2011.

UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAY BE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE NATURE OF THE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier’s check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized

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to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. BENEFICIARY MAY ELECT TO BID LESS THAN THE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE. Trustor: JOSEPH J. RECOTTA AND MARY E. RECOTTA, HUSBAND AND WIFE AND SAMANTHA RECOTTA, AN UNMARRIED WOMAN AS JOINT TENANTS Duly Appointed Trustee: Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC Recorded 8/3/2011 as Instrument No. 2011-0338392 in book , page of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California, Described as follows: “FULLY DESCRIBED ON SAID DEED OF TRUST” Date of Sale: 9/25/2019 at 9:00 AM Place of Sale: In front of the Corona Civic Center, 849 W. Sixth Street, Corona, CA 92882 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $175,417.46 (Estimated) Street Address or other common designation of real property: 81225 PALUDOSA DRIVE INDIO, CA 92201 A.P.N.: 610-301-006-5 The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. 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.

If the sale is set aside for any reason, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the deposit paid. The Purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Mortgagor, the Mortgagee, or the Mortgagee’s Attorney. If you have previously been discharged through bankruptcy, you may have been released of personal liability for this loan in which case this letter is intended to exercise the note holder’s rights against the real property only. THIS NOTICE IS SENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTING A DEBT. THIS FIRM IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT ON BEHALF OF THE HOLDER AND OWNER OF THE NOTE. ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED BY OR PROVIDED TO THIS FIRM OR THE CREDITOR WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. As required by law, you are hereby notified that a negative credit report reflecting on your credit record may be submitted to a credit report agency if you fail to fulfill the terms of your credit obligations. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call (800) 758-8052 or visit this Internet Web site www.Xome.com, using the file number assigned to this case 19-22767. 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: 08/22/2019 Carrington Foreclosure Services, LLC 1500 South Douglass Road, Suite 150 Anaheim, CA 92806 Automated Sale Information: (800) 758-8052 or www.Xome.

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com for NON-SALE information: 888-313-1969 Vanessa Gomez, Trustee Sale Specialist. Publish August 30, September 6, 13, 2019. DSW19-5123 APN: 644-041-001-4 T.S. No.: 2019-1346 ORDER No. 19-272708 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/27/2018 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. Will sell at public auction to the highest bidder, payable at the time of sale in lawful money of the United States by cashier’s check drawn on a state of national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, express or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges, and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Emmanuel Adakama, a Single man Duly Appointed Trustee: S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION Deed of Trust recorded 01/14/2019, as Instrument No. 2019-0012444 in book XX, page, XX of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of Riverside County, California. Date of Sale:9/19/2019 AT 9:30 AM Place of Sale: THE BOTTOM OF THE STAIRWAY TO THE BUILDING LOCATED AT 849 W. SIXTH STREET, CORONA, CA 92882 Amount of unpaid balance and other reasonable estimated charges: $172,698.05 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 12045 redbud road, desert hot springs, ca 92240 A.P.N.: 644-041-001-4. The undersigned Trustee disclaims any liability for any incorrectness of the street address or other common designation, if any, shown above. If no street address or other common designation is shown, directions to the location of the property may be obtained by sending a written request to the beneficiary within 10 days of the date of first publication of this Notice of Sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property.

You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder’s office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call FOR SALES INFORMATION, PLEASE CALL (855)986-9342, or visit this Internet Web site www.superiordefault.com using the file number assigned to this case 2019-1346. 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: 8/19/2019.

S.B.S. TRUST DEED NETWORK, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION. 31194 La Baya Drive, Suite 106, Westlake Village, California, 91362 (818)991-4600.

By: Colleen Irby, Trustee Sale Officer. WE ARE ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT, AND ANY INFORMATION WE OBTAIN WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE. (08/30/19, 09/06/19, 09/13/19 TS# 2019-1346 SDI-15909) . DSW19-5122

Death Penalty Opponents Argue for Clemency in Bucklew Case

Attorneys for convicted murderer Rusty Bucklew are asking for clemency, claiming his tumors would burst during execution and amount to torture. (ACLU)

By Desert Star Staff JEFFERSON CITY,

Mo. – Convicted murderer Rusty Bucklew’s execution

is scheduled for Oct. 1, but next week the American Civil

Liberties Union will present a petition with 30,000 signatures to Gov. Mike Parson, asking that Bucklew’s sentence be commuted to life in prison.

The ACLU also is meeting with the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights next week in Washington to ask that group to weigh in.

Jamil Dakwar, director of the ACLU Human Rights Program, says the execution by lethal injection would inflict excessive pain and suffering because Bucklew has a rare disease that causes bloodfilled tumors all over his body.

“The tumors that he has are likely to burst during execution,” Dakwar points out. “That would really cause a gruesome situation where he could choke and suffocate.”

Bucklew’s conviction states that he murdered his ex-girlfriend’s new partner, fired at that man’s six-year-old son – but missed – then raped the ex-girlfriend, and shot and wounded a police officer.

Later he escaped from jail and attacked the ex-girlfriend’s mother with a hammer.

He appealed his case all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, which ruled in April that Missouri may proceed with the execution.

Dakwar laments the high court’s ruling, noting that the U.S. has signed international treaties that ban torture.

“The majority of the court unfortunately concluded that the Eighth Amendment doesn’t guarantee a painless death,” he states. “This conclusion is in violation of international human rights law.”

The ACLU also argues that there were significant problems during the post-conviction litigation, maintaining the attorney borrowed $27,000 from Bucklew’s elderly parents and failed to investigate them or present evidence of childhood abuse, lead poisoning and opioid abuse to the court.

Bold and Beautiful Alliums for Every Garden

By Melinda Myers Short or tall, big or small, ornamental alliums are a treat for flower gardeners and for butterflies, bees and other pollinators. Plant the bulbs in fall and enjoy months of colorful spring and summer blooms – this year, and for years to come.

Just like their relatives, onions and chives, ornamental alliums are easy to grow and trouble free. Pest, diseases and even deer don’t bother them. Most types are reliably perennial and winter hardy in zones three to eight. Alliums prefer well-drained soil and full sun, though they will also grow in partial shade.

You can choose flowers that are white, yellow, pink, purple or even blue. All are long lasting and combine nicely with other perennials.

They are also excellent cut flowers. When alliums finish blooming, their foliage fades away quickly, so surrounding flowers can take center stage.

Alliums bloom at different times during the growing season, starting with early spring and continuing to

midsummer. Consult Longfield Gardens’ allium bloom time chart (longfield-gardens.com) for help choosing which alliums you want to plant in various spaces around your yard and garden, or in containers.

Plant Allium hollandicum ‘Purple Sensation’ for a burst of color just prior to peony bloom. These raspberryviolet globes measure 3 to 4-inches across and are held high on 3-foot stems that rise above most newly emerging perennials. The bulbs are inexpensive, so it’s affordable to create large displays. Plus, they multiply over time, so are a great choice for naturalizing.

Be sure to include some show stopping Globemaster alliums. These flowers are the size of bowling balls, on sturdy, three-foot-tall stems.

Bloom time is the same as most peonies, which make excellent companions. The dried seed heads are striking when left in the garden and will usually last into early autumn.

Shorter but just as impressive, allium christophii has eight-inch diameter flowers atop 12- to 18-inch-tall stems.

The spiky, violet–pink blossoms have a silvery sheen that adds to the stunning appearance.

Plant the bulbs in flower beds, along pathways and in rock gardens where their late spring blooms can be admired closeup. Allow the dried seed heads to remain in the garden for months of added interest.

Plant the drumstick allium, Allium sphaerocephalon, amongst ornamental grasses or allow it to grow up through other perennials. The twotoned, raspberry and green flowers have long, slender stems and are a fabulous addition to early summer arrangements. Drumstick alliums will self-sow, so they’re ideal for naturalizing.

Add an exotic look to the late spring garden with allium bulgaricum, also known as Nectaroscordum siculum or Sicilian honey garlic. The sprays of dangling, cream and burgundy florets have a look that’s completely different from other alliums. Plant them in flower gardens, informal naturalized areas and cutting gardens. They will return to bloom again year after year.

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FAMILY FEATURES

ervice dogs offer countless benefits to help combat symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but they can also be instrumental in rebuilding and uniting families after veterans come home from serving their country.

According to the National Institutes of Health, up to 30% of American military veterans experience PTSD after returning home from combat. Yet only about 40% of those individuals ever seek help.

Service animals are recognized under the Americans with Disabilities Act. The designation is limited to dogs who are trained to do work or perform tasks for a person with a disability. In some cases, these tasks are highly physical in nature, such as guiding a person who is blind or pulling a wheelchair. Other roles service dogs play may be less immediately visible, such as providing a calming presence to a person with PTSD who is experiencing an anxiety attack.

More Than a Companion

Service dogs are highly trained to assist military veterans in achieving better quality of life. Veterans who utilize service dogs report lower levels of depression and anxiety, fewer hospitalizations and a reduction in medical and psychiatric costs, among other benefits. Beyond what these canines help prevent, consider these examples of what they empower: n Ease loneliness and stress n Reduce social anxiety n Decrease reliance on prescription drugs n Help veterans return to work or attend college n Strengthen personal relationships n Provide security, protection and unconditional love

Up to the Task

Just like the members of the armed forces they help, service dogs are highly trained professionals with an important job to do, including tasks such as these: n Turn on lights and open doors before a veteran enters his or her home n Nudging, pawing or licking to interrupt flashbacks or nightmares n Utilizing body weight as a grounding mechanism to reduce anxiety or alleviate panic n Retrieve bags with medications or a list of numbers to call during a medical emergency n Provide security and reduce hypervigilance in public places n Pick up dropped items and assist with mobility and ambulation

The Benefits of Service Dogs

Supporting veterans when they return home When You See a Service Dog Service dogs are often large breeds that stand out in a crowd, and their calm demeanor can make it seem perfectly appropriate to approach and pet them.

However, it’s important to remember that service dogs are at work and distractions can prevent them from providing the service their owners need.

The International Association of Canine Professionals offers these etiquette tips for interacting with service dogs and their owners: n Remember that a service dog is there as support for a person with a physical or health disability, which may or may not be readily apparent. n Respect that health conditions are private matters most people prefer not to discuss with strangers. n Just as you would not stare or point at a person in a wheelchair, avoid calling unnecessary attention to a person with a service dog. n If you must interact, always focus your attention on the handler, not the dog, so the dog can stay focused on its job. Avoid whistling, clapping or otherwise distracting the dog. n Teach children not to approach service dogs. Although most are trained to avoid aggression, a perceived threat to their handlers could result in warning growls or barks that may scare a child.

To see video stories of how service dogs have impacted the lives of veterans and their families, visit DogChow.com/service. In addition, for every purchase of specially marked bags of Dog Chow Complete Adult through Nov. 1, the brand will donate 5 cents, up to $100,000, to the Tony La Russa Animal Rescue Foundation Pets and Vets program, which matches veterans experiencing PTSD and other challenges with service dogs, free of charge.

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