COLTON COURIER Weekly
January 15, 2026
Vol 154, NO. 07
Remember Those National Orange Show Black-and-White Portraits? The Fair Returns April 15-19 By Manny Sandoval
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cross the Inland Empire, hundreds of families still have them: the posed black-andwhite photos from the National Orange Show Fair — couples dressed up for a night out, friends squeezed into a tight frame, families lined up like the fair lights are still glowing behind them. Those prints have lived on for decades in albums and shoeboxes — proof that for generations, the Orange Show wasn’t just something to do. It was where memories got made.
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Now Inland Empire Community News is asking readers to dig those snapshots out and share them. Readers can email their National Orange Show Fair photos to msandoval@iecn.com for a chance to be featured ahead of this year’s fair, set for April 15 through April 19 at the National Orange Show. The call for photos is meant to tap into something locals already know: the Orange Show has always been part of the region’s rhythm. And organizers say 2026 is built to make
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that return feel familiar — and fuller — with a mix of classic fair staples, an all-new layout, and attractions. “April 15th through the 19th,” said Alan Conrad, director of events and production at the National Orange Show. “This year we're bringing back a circus.” Conrad said the circus will be included for fairgoers — a Big Top-style show visitors can step into after arriving. The fair’s opening day, April 15, is also planned as a free-admission day, he said. Beyond the circus, Conrad said the fair is leaning into what people expect when they hear “Orange Show”: carnival rides, classic fair food and a mix of exhibits that don’t require an extra ticket; which may even include little people wrestling. Among the included attractions, he listed animal encounters and interactive exhibits aimed at families — including stingrays, sharks and sea lions — along with pig races and hands-on activities for kids. “It’s interactive,” Conrad said. NOS Fair, cont. next pg.
PHOTO RODRIGUEZ FAMILY Jenny and Mike Rodriguez of Redlands pose for a black-and-white portrait at the National Orange Show Fair in the early 1990s.
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PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Protesters hold signs outside San Bernardino City Hall during the “ICE Out for Good” rally in downtown San Bernardino on Saturday, Jan. 10.
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bout 65 people rallied Saturday, Jan. 10, outside San Bernardino City Hall for an “ICE Out for Good” protest that was one of more than 1,000 held nationwide over the weekend following the killing of Renee Good in Minneapolis. Speakers at the downtown demonstration condemned federal ICE Agent
PHOTO MANNY SANDOVAL Kimberly Rivera holds a hand-drawn sign depicting an ICE agent as she joins protesters calling for stronger limits on immigration enforcement.
Jonathan Ross, whom organizers and participants blamed for fatally shooting Good, 37. The protest remained peaceful, and interactions with passersby were mostly calm, with occasional heckling. Arlene Castro, of Highland, said the death pushed her to bring activism closer to home. “I live down the street in Highland and I heard that it was going to be a rally,”
Castro said. “I’m always in L.A. and San Diego. But the IE needs to wake up and we need to get more active.” Castro described Good’s killing as a warning flare that broadened fear beyond immigrant communities. “It’s awful. No matter what race we are, all of us, she was a woman, she was a mother,” Castro said. “And by that pig Rally, cont. next pg.
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NOS Fair (cont.) - “It’s hands-on for kids — big games like giant Jenga, Connect Four, puzzles — things that keep them engaged.” He said vendors are also being asked to lean into the “Orange Show” identity in a way fairgoers can literally taste. “One thing we’re pushing is orange-themed options,” he said. “We want food and drink vendors to offer something with an orange twist.” Some of the experiences, Conrad said, are the kind that become instant memory-makers — the ones families talk about on the drive home. A butterfly exhibit will return, which he described as a walkin, greenhouse-style space where visitors can buy nectar and feed butterflies up close. “You walk in and they’re everywhere,” he said. “They’ll land on you.” This year’s reptile exhibit is also being upgraded to include scheduled educational talks, Conrad said — shifting it from a simple walk-through into a set of presentations throughout the day. “In the past, people would just walk through and look,” he said. “This year, he’s going to do more speaking — take an animal and talk about it at different times during the day.” The fairgrounds themselves are being reworked to make the experience easier to navigate. Conrad said the Orange Show is revamping the 2026 layout to improve flow so visitors don’t accidentally miss entire sections.” “We’re revamping it so it flows better,” Conrad said. “It’ll move like a big circle — the idea is that people see everything.” On the fair’s Saturday, Conrad said Speedway races are expected — part of a long-running Inland Empire tradition that brings its own kind of nostalgia: the sound, the dust, the rumble you feel in your chest. “It’s stock cars. It’s loud,” he said. “But it’s a cool experience.” For many locals, the Orange Show’s appeal is bigger than any one attraction. The fair’s history stretches back more than a century — the National Orange Show says it has taken place every year since 1911, with exceptions during World War II. And like many major public events, the fair’s rhythm was disrupted again during the COVID-19 pandemic; the festival was canceled in 2020 and 2021. That long arc is part of why
the Orange Show grounds have always carried a certain weight in San Bernardino — not only for the fair, but for the entertainment history tied to the site. Conrad said the former Swing Auditorium once hosted major acts, including Elvis Presley, Bob Hope, Sammy Davis Jr., Judy Garland, Ike and Tina Turner, Led Zeppelin and the Grateful Dead. He also noted the venue is tied to a piece of rock history: the Rolling Stones’ first U.S. tour opened in San Bernardino at the Swing Auditorium on June 5, 1964. The Swing Auditorium is no longer standing. Conrad said it burned down in 1981 after being struck by an airplane — an incident reported at the time as a fatal crash into the fairgrounds auditorium. “That’s the kind of history people don’t always realize happened here,” he said. For Conrad, the Orange Show isn’t only history — it’s personal. He remembers coming to the fair as a kid in the 1990s, when going to the Orange Show was a rite of passage for Inland Empire families. “It felt huge,” he said. “I remember the rides, the variety of things to see — and I remember my first turkey leg.” He also remembers livestock being part of the experience then, he said — a piece of the fair’s earlier identity that isn’t the same today. But Conrad said the goal now is to deliver that same “big fair” feeling through a mix of classic midway energy and included experiences. Parking, Conrad said, remains one of the Orange Show’s simplest conveniences. “It’s right next to the gates,” he said. “You don’t have to cross streets or walk through neighborhoods. It’s literally right there.” For the Inland Empire, the Orange Show has always been more than a checklist of attractions. It’s the lights on E Street, the smell of fried food you can’t talk yourself out of, the midway music leaking into the night — and the photo you take because you always do. That’s why IECN is asking readers to send the old ones in — the posed black-and-white photos, the group shots, the couple portraits, the family frames that feel like a time machine. Email your National Orange Show Fair photos to msandoval@iecn.com to be featured — then come take a new one when the fair returns April 1519.
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- ICE agent just killing her the way that he did, we’re all in danger… Because if that white woman died, we’re all next. We are all next. This is not a game. We’re being hunted.”
Janice Poss, who said she traveled from Claremont after a friend in Rialto urged her to attend, said she felt shaken by the killing.
Castro said her family has lived through the terror of not knowing where a loved one was after an immigration detention. She said her brother-in-law was detained and deported, and that relatives spent months trying to locate him. “He went missing for a few months and we didn’t even know where he was,” she said. “That happened in August. Imagine your loved one missing and you don’t know where they’re at. It’s awful. You have to call the morgue, the hospitals, the jails.” Castro said the sudden loss of a household provider can be devastating in Southern California’s high cost of living. “If it’s a household where the husband is the sole provider, it affects them tremendously,” she said, adding that extended-family living arrangements are common. “Some live with 12 people in a household just to survive in Southern California.” Others said they came because the Minneapolis case signaled a widening sense of risk. Benjamin Lopez Lobos, who said he is from San Bernardino, said Good’s killing intensified his belief that ICE enforcement threatens broad swaths of the public. “These are my people,” he said, describing immigrants and Latinos but adding that “Everyone actually is suffering, because at this point, they don’t even care who you are. They
“For me, as a white woman, it’s frightening,” Poss said. “And especially as a woman.” Kimberly Rivera said she has been protesting since last year and worries the Inland Empire has not mobilized at the same scale as other regions. “I feel that, especially in the Inland Empire, not a lot of people are protesting,” Rivera said. “So I feel like just doing my part could really make a difference.” Rivera said she has personal experience with immigration detention in her family, saying her brother and father were detained by ICE in 2024. The Minneapolis killing, she said, made her hesitate to attend Saturday’s rally. “I’m scared for my own safety now,” she said. “Even right now, I was kind of thinking, should I even come to the protest?” Several attendees referenced recent action by Sen. Eloise Gómez Reyes, D-Colton, who introduced legislation last week aimed at keeping ICE away from courthouses. Lopez Lobos said courthouse protections could help reduce fear for people who need to appear for hearings. “It allows people to actually go to court and actually work out their cases instead of being fearful that they’re going to just walk out and be in a worse predicament,” he said. But some said elected officials
should be more visible — and more aggressive — than policy proposals alone. Maelena Enriquez, who identified herself as president of the City of San Bernardino Young Dems, praised Gómez Reyes but criticized the absence of certain local leaders at the rally. “My answer might be a little controversial,” Enriquez said before asking, “Where’s Helen Tran? … Where is Theodore Sanchez?” Enriquez said she wants public leadership that matches the scale of the fear she said community members are experiencing. The rally was organized by Andy Fuentes, a 14-year-old San Bernardino High School student who said he coordinated the event through Indivisible Inland Empire. Fuentes described Good — as a mother and a poet, and said her killing was a turning point for many young people. “We are the future,” Fuentes said of student activists. “And I can say that we’re pissed off.” Fuentes said immigration fear has affected how students and families participate in public life. “There are immigrants here in the city who are scared to come out to events like this,” he said, adding that many of his classmates worry for their families. As the rally ended, participants said their goal was not only to condemn ICE, but to push local residents — and local leadership — to respond publicly. “Everyone’s coming together because this is an act of everyone,” Lopez Lobos said.
San Bernardino County Town Hall Unveils Creative Economy Plan, Pressing Arts as Jobs Amid Low Funding By Manny Sandoval
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lejandro Gutierrez Chavez opened a San Bernardino County town hall on the creative economy with a challenge: treat arts and culture as essential infrastructure — and match celebration with responsibility. “As artists, culture bearers, educators, and community partners that are here today, we have a shared responsibility not to acknowledge it, but to work for accountability and support Indigenous sovereignty and uplifting Native voices, artists and culture bearers,” said Gutierrez Chavez, executive director of Arts Connection, the Arts Council of San Bernardino County. The “Creative Economies in Action: Statewide Engagement Tour” stop was held Wednesday, Jan. 7, at the West End Educational Service Center in Rancho
Cucamonga, bringing together the California Arts Council and California for the Arts with local partners including Arts Connection, the San Bernardino County Superintendent of Schools and the Inland Empire Community Foundation.
nights, whether it’s in the most dominant industries such as the warehouse industry, logistics industries,” he said. “And they still make time for their creative careers because they know the value that their work has for our communities.”
Gutierrez Chavez told the room that creativity is not confined to galleries or stages in the Inland Empire, but shows up “in the classrooms, our neighborhoods, our public spaces like parks, trails, bus benches, and small businesses,” woven into how the region understands itself. At the same time, he described the daily strain he sees among artists and cultural workers who keep creating while working long hours in an economy shaped by logistics and warehousing.
From there, state leaders positioned the gathering as part of a broader push to convert that local reality into statewide policy and investment — with a plan they said is meant to drive concrete outcomes, not sit on a shelf. Rebecca Ratzkin, equity measures and evaluation manager at the California Arts Council, told attendees the strategic plan was not optional.
“I work with artists and culture barriers every day and I see them juggling multiple jobs, working from nine to five, working late
“So doing this plan actually wasn’t a choice,” Ratzkin said. “It was legislatively mandated.” Read the full story at IECN.com.
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Governor Newsom’s $349B Budget Builds Reserves, Boosts Schools as Inland Empire Leaders Split on Housing
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Gov. Gavin Newsom signs legislation at the California Capitol in August 2025, flanked by state lawmakers including Inland Empire Sens. Eloise Gómez Reyes and Sabrina Cervantes.
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ov. Gavin Newsom on Jan. 9 released a proposed $348.9 billion California budget for 2026-27 that his administration “says” closes a $2.9 billion shortfall with stronger-than-expected revenues while rebuilding reserves for an uncertain economy and shifting federal policy. The spending plan would leave California with $23 billion in total reserves, including $14.4 billion in the Rainy Day Fund, and includes a $3 billion deposit into that account. The proposal also seeks $1.55 billion in state operations reductions and continued savings from eliminating about 6,000 long-vacant positions. The Legislative Analyst’s Office said the proposal is “roughly balanced” in the near term, but warned the stock market poses serious revenue risk and that both the administration and the LAO project large multiyear deficits. Education is the budget’s biggest emphasis. Newsom’s administration cites record per-pupil funding of $27,418 and proposes continuing universal transitional kindergarten for more than 400,000 four-yearolds, a $1 billion expansion of community schools, and continued support for before, after- and summer-school programming. State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tony Thurmond praised those invest-
ments while arguing the plan still does not go far enough to lift student performance statewide. “I am heartened to see that the Governor’s proposed budget includes many important investments in TK-12 education that I have championed, including $1 billion to sustain and expand Community Schools and $4.7 billion in ongoing support of before, during, and after-school programming through the Expanded Learning Opportunity Program,” Thurmond said. “While the education funding in this budget proposal represents record per-pupil spending, I believe that this proposal falls short of funding levels and meaningful reforms needed to truly accelerate student achievement.” Thurmond also raised concerns about a governance proposal the administration describes as moving the California Department of Education under the Executive Branch. “I am interested in reviewing the language of the Governor’s proposal on education governance reform, on which neither I nor CDE was consulted,” he said. Housing and homelessness, persistent crises for Inland Empire communities, drew criticism that the proposal does not add major new money. The governor’s office highlights continued Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention funding, including $500 million planned for 202627 with new accountability requirements.
Assemblymember Dr. Corey A. Jackson, a Moreno Valley Democrat, said the proposal does not meet the moment for families struggling with basic needs. “While I am continuing to review the details of the Governor’s proposed budget, I am disappointed that it does not go far enough to meet the basic needs of Californians,” Jackson said. “At a time when families are struggling, we must be more aggressive in addressing food insecurity, getting unhoused residents into stable housing, and significantly increasing the supply of affordable housing.” The League of California Cities, which represents municipal governments statewide, said the budget fails to include new direct investments in key city priorities and would move backward on homelessness support. “This budget falls short on that vision,” said Executive Director and CEO Carolyn Coleman. “That’s why cutting the vital Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention grant funding by half its historic funding levels is a step backwards.” On climate and clean transportation, legislative budget documents say the administration proposes a $2.1 billion Proposition 4 expenditure plan for 202627, including major allocations for water resilience and wildfire and forest resilience. The plan also includes $200 million in one-time special funds to establish a new light-duty zero-emission vehicle in-
centive program. Sen. Eloise Gómez Reyes, a Colton Democrat and chair of the Senate budget subcommittee that oversees resources, environmental protection and energy, said she will evaluate whether those investments translate into improvements for overburdened regions. “So, I’m pleased that the Governor’s proposal identifies investments from the recently approved water bond (Prop 4), a new funding plan for the now extended Cap and Invest Program, and funding to ensure California remains a leader in the development and deployment of electric vehicles.” Newsom’s administration also placed federal policy at the center of its budget risk analysis, saying recently signed changes to federal health and human services programs would add $1.4 billion in costs to California, including $1.1 billion tied to Medi-Cal and nearly $300 million tied to CalFresh. Assemblymember James C. Ramos, a San Bernardino Democrat, echoed the governor’s warnings about federal instability while praising the reserve strategy. “We live in volatile, even hazardous times – like walking a high wire on a windy day – and Governor Gavin Newsom’s proposed 2026-27 budget is his vision of how to balance fiscal uncertainty while attempting to ensure that needy children and families receive the services they need,” Ramos said. Read the full story at IECN.com.
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As Third Spaces Disappear, East Valley YMCA Opens Doors Wider With Waived Joining Fees Marking 175th Anniversary By Manny Sandoval
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n a time when fewer places exist to gather outside of home and work, leaders at YMCA of the East Valley say their branches in Redlands, Highland and San Bernardino are doubling down on what has long set the organization apart: a community “third space” where people of all ages can show up, find support and build routines that strengthen families. The effort comes with a limited-time membership promotion tied to the YMCA’s 175th anniversary — a deal leaders say is meant to lower the barrier for anyone who has been curious but hesitant to walk through the doors. “I feel one of the biggest things that is universal between all the branches right now is our 175th year anniversary, so we’re going huge,” said Lindsay Cobaugh, executive director of the Redlands YMCA. “So until the end of January, it’s zero joining fees. Plus it’s only $17.50 for your first month. And that doesn’t matter what level of membership you’re at. So whether you're an adult, a senior, or a whole family, $17.50 is what you pay for the first month.”
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A member works a cable resistance exercise at the Highland YMCA on Jan. 7 at 7793 Central Ave.
At the Highland YMCA, Executive Director Marvin Hernandez described the branch as intentionally structured around belonging — a space where members can connect even if fitness is not their primary reason for walking in. “We have something for everybody,” Hernandez said. “It’s not just a normal gymnasium where people come in, work out and leave.” Hernandez pointed to a seating area near the entrance as part of that approach — a place designed to make conversations easy and help members feel seen. “It’s a matter of family,” he said. “Everybody that comes in here is considered family.” He highlighted Highland’s aquatics schedule — including Power Plunge, water walking, open swim and lessons — and a partnership with the Highland Senior Center that brings participants to the YMCA for low-impact water aerobics Monday through Thursday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. The arrangement allows senior center participants to access the class through a contract partnership, Hernandez said, while others can participate through membership or a guest pass.
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Highland Senior Center participants take part in a water aerobics class at the Highland YMCA, where low-impact pool workouts are part of a broader aquatics schedule that also includes Power Plunge, water walking, swimming lessons and open swim for members and families.
Highland’s most visible community gathering, Hernandez said, is the 43rd annual Highland Run, scheduled for Jan. 25 with an 8 a.m. start. The event includes 5K and 10K options, with a chip-timed option for participants who want an official time. Last year’s event drew nearly 450 participants, Hernandez said, and proceeds support the
YMCA’s scholarship and financial assistance programs. “All proceeds go back to our scholarship program and financial assistance program,” Hernandez said. The route begins and ends at Arroyo Verde Elementary School in East Highlands, looping through neighborhood streets in what Hernandez described as a scenic, rain-or-shine run. Registration costs vary, he said, generally ranging from $20 to $36, with shirts available for those who register early.
Cobaugh also emphasized a Safety Around Water initiative that, she said, has been in place since 2017 and brings every second grader from all 16 elementary schools in Redlands Unified into a program focused on lifesaving skills and confidence in the water. “We teach them life saving skills,” Cobaugh said. “Because we know one of the leading causes of death in children is accidental drowning. And there’s so many bodies of water around here that we wanted to make sure to be a part of the solution.”
Hernandez also said the Highland branch is launching a free workshop on January 15th at 6 PM focused on building healthier eating habits — an effort he framed as meeting local needs through practical, home-based guidance.
She described lessons designed to reduce panic and teach basic survival responses, such as floating on the back and moving toward the pool wall, while also noting parent-and-me swim lessons are available for children as young as six months.
“It’s just creating balanced meals, practicing moderation, building small habits,” Hernandez said, describing the workshop as open to members and nonmembers.
Fitness programming at Redlands, Cobaugh said, is robust — more than 120 classes each week — including yoga, Pilates, boxing, Zumba and dance options, alongside offerings geared toward older adults, including Silver Sneakers and chair-based classes.
From Highland, the East Valley YMCA’s reach extends to Redlands, where Cobaugh said the Y’s value is often clearest in traditions that have become part of the city’s identity — none bigger than its circus program, which is currently deep in preparations for performances planned for the first three weekends of May. “One of the most unique things is our circus,” Cobaugh said, describing a show that runs about three hours and includes more than 300 performers and hundreds of volunteers. The program is powered largely by volunteers, Cobaugh said, with a circus director and a small number of paid staff supporting the production. “The circus is all generational,” Cobaugh said. “There have been performers who are in their 80s. … But they started when they were young and then their kids were in it. Their kids’ kids were in it. And it’s just like a big family.” Cobaugh said the circus traces back to the 1920s and has continued for decades as a communitydriven effort. Acts range widely, from aerial performances and ground routines to clown acts, balloon art and diabolo. Beyond the circus, Cobaugh highlighted Redlands’ historic building — a long-standing presence in the city — and a mix of programs that serve multiple age groups. She pointed to the indoor track as one of the facility’s signature features, noting it is original to the building and draws members who come specifically to walk or run. “We also do kids programs up there, run clubs, those kinds of things,” she said, describing the track as a space where “it’s really all ages.”
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In San Bernardino, Executive Director Jennifer Lopez said the branch’s early-year focus includes programming meant to bring parents, caregivers and young children into an environment that feels supportive — not intimidating. “We have our partnership with the Mom Walk of San Bernardino where we host parent and me days,” Lopez said. The event includes a parent-and-me water class held on the pool deck, which Lopez said is free for participants already involved with the Mom Walk group, along with a parent-and-me stretch yoga class and sensory activities designed to keep families moving through multiple stations. “We run the class from six months up to three-years old,” Lopez said of the water offering. “So it’s really that intro intimate moment where you as a parent can have those first exposures to a body of water with your baby.” Lopez described the Mom Walk group as a community-wide network that hosts walks across the Inland Empire — including stops in Rialto, Redlands, Highland and Fontana — and said the partnership is part of an effort to bring that energy “back to the heart of San Bernardino.” “It’s a safe space for first time moms, moms in general, to feel open to share … experiences,” Lopez said. “It’s a huge camaraderie.” She also stressed the programming is meant for any primary caretaker, including grandparents and fathers, not only mothers. Read the IECN.com.
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Parece que la lucha por la igualdad nunca termina, y eso es cierto en el ámbito de la atención médica. El acceso a la atención médica ha sido durante mucho tiempo un problema de igualdad para los latinoamericanos, y la situación no hace más que empeorar. Analicemos los hechos. Según la Liga de Ciudadanos Latinoamericanos Unidos (LULAC, por sus siglas en inglés), los latinos tienen tres veces menos probabilidades de contar con seguro de salud. Desde la aprobación de la Ley de Cuidado de Salud Asequible, también conocido como Obamacare, 10.2 millones de latinos han podido acceder a una cobertura de seguro de salud. Sin embargo, los altos costos de los pagos mensuales, deducibles y copagos siguen impidiendo que muchos reciban la atención médica que merecen. Covered California sigue luchando para derribar barreras. La batalla por la igualdad forma parte de nuestra historia, y nuestros esfuerzos continúan hasta el día de hoy. Este año, Covered California ayudó a 480,000 californianos de origen latino a acceder a un seguro de salud asequible y de alta calidad de las principales compañías de seguros. En los últimos cuatro años, la inscripción a través de Covered California ha aumentado un 40 por ciento entre la población latina de California.
Ahora es el momento de explorar tus opciones. Es el período de inscripción abierta, lo que significa que puedes comparar planes de seguro de salud en CoveredCA.com/espanol y elegir el que mejor se adapte a tus necesidades y presupuesto. El período de inscripción abierta finaliza el 31 de enero. Covered California es el único lugar donde los californianos que cumplen los requisitos pueden obtener ayuda financiera, con un sistema de subsidios escalonados, para reducir el costo del pago mensual. Dependiendo de tus ingresos, podrías calificar para el programa Medi-Cal, que ofrece cobertura a bajo costo o sin costo alguno. Obtén más información sobre tus opciones en CoveredCA.com/espanol, averigua si calificas para recibir ayuda financiera y compara los planes de seguro de salud disponibles en tu área. También puedes obtener ayuda gratuita y confidencial por teléfono, en varios idiomas, a través de más de 14,000 agentes certificados y organizaciones comunitarias en todo el estado que brindan ayuda en el idioma que prefieras, o llama a Covered California al (800) 300-0213 para obtener ayuda en español. Covered California es tu aliado en la lucha por la igualdad en la atención médica. Únete a nosotros y comienza el nuevo año con una base sólida para tu salud.
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Ella Film Fest Best Picture “Seen” Confronts Sexual Assault by a Partner and Aftermath By Manny Sandoval
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hen filmmaker Martina Monti first wrote “Seen” in a UCLA class, she wasn’t chasing a trend or a tidy “issue film.” She was trying to put language — and images — to something many survivors carry for years, often in silence. “It’s a personal story, and it happened to myself,” said Monti, who wrote the script, produced the short film and plays its lead. “Years later, I wanted to make a film about it … with the purpose both to, of course, tell my own story … and at the same time, to tell stories that can be similar to other stories of other people.” The short won Best Picture at the inaugural Ella Film Festival, a women-centered festival that debuted Dec. 19 at KVCR Public Media in San Bernardino and sold out in advance. Monti, who is from Monza, Italy, said she has lived in the United States for six years and is currently based in Los Angeles. Monti said her goal with “Seen” was to represent “other women” by confronting sexual assault — including the kind that is harder to name publicly and harder to prosecute: assault by an intimate partner. PHOTO ELLA FILM FEST
Olivia Martini (left), director of “Seen,” and Martina Monti, the film’s writer-producer and lead actress, pose on the red carpet at the soldout inaugural Ella Film Festival.
“It not only talks about sexual assault, but sexual assault by an intimate partner,” Monti said. “It’s more common for women
to experience violence from people they already know … instead of from strangers in the street, you know, and some people forget that.” Monti described that dynamic as both personal and structural: when the perpetrator is a partner, she said, victims often fear they won’t be believed and that the abuser can “flip the situation.” “If someone attacks you in the street, it’s kind of easier to call the police and people are going to believe you,” Monti said. “But when it’s your partner, it makes it harder for the victim to speak up, to be believed.” Olivia Martini, the film’s director, producer and editor, said she connected to Monti’s script immediately — in part because it echoed her own experience. Martini, who is from Santa Monica and attends UC San Diego, said she and Monti met at UCLA. “I first heard this story pitched in class by Martina,” Martini said. “I was just really blown away by her bravery because it was a story so similar to mine.” Martini said one reason “Seen” felt distinct was its insistence on focusing on what follows the assault — the part that doesn’t fit neatly into a single scene or a single night. “This dealt with the aftermath of what happens after as well, too,” Martini said. “So many
people just focus on the event and they don’t focus on what happens after, which can continue on for years.” Martini said that for survivors, that “after” can be relentless and unpredictable. “I still struggle with nightmares and all this kind of stuff,” she said, adding that the film aims to be “accurate … real while playing [out a] story of sexual assault and what happens after it and how you can deal with it.” Monti said she built the main character as a teenager — shy, isolated and new to her environment — to show how vulnerability can be cultivated, not accidental. She described the male classmate who targets her as patient and strategic, waiting until trust is established. “When trust happens, that’s when you’re more vulnerable,” Monti said. “The idea is also manipulation.” In the film, Monti said, the assault is not framed as a spontaneous act but as something planned — including a detail meant to signal intent. “He offers her alcohol,” Monti said. “It’s not something that he had the idea of at that moment. I wanted to emphasize that … he was planning that.” Read the IECN.com.
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE T.S. No. 24-00794-CECA Title No. 240676427-CAVOI A.P.N, 0282-291-03-0-000 YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/06/1998. UNLESS YOU TAKE ACTION TO PROTECT YOUR PROPERTY, IT MAYBE SOLD AT A PUBLIC SALE. IF YOU NEED AN EXPLANATION OF THE OF THE NATURE PROCEEDING AGAINST YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check(s) drawn on a state or national bank must be made payable to National Default Servicing Corporation, a check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, association, or savings 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 in an "as is" but without condition, or warranty, covenant expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as> provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses Of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to be set forth below. The amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: Ricky Buentipo and Deena Buentipo, husband and wife as joint tenants who acquired title as Ricky and Buentipo Duly Denna Appointed Trustee: National Default Servicing Corporation Recorded 10/16/1998 as Instrument No. 19980441924 (or Book, Page) of the Official Records of San Bernardino County, California. Date of Sale:01/26/2026 at 12:00 PM Place of Sale: At the North Arrowhead Avenue entrance to the County Courthouse, 351 North Arrowhead Avenue, San CA 92401 Bernardino, Estimated amount Of unpaid balance and other charges: $283,389.06 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 2175 Westwood Street, Colton, CA 92324 A.P.N.: 0282-291-03-0-000 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; The requirements of California Civil Code Section 2923.5(b)/ 2923.55(c) were fulfilled when the Notice of Default was recorded. 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 Ute 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
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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 beneficiary, mortgagee, 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 j the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 714-730-2727 or visit internet website this www.iidscorp.com/sales, using the file number assigned to this case 24-00794-CE-CA; about Information postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are a "representative of all eligible tenant buyers" you may be able to purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an "eligible bidder," you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction, There are three steps to exercising: this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you. can call 888-264-4010, or visit this internet website www.ndscorp.com, using the file number assigned to this case 24-00794-GE-CA to find the date on which the trustee's sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sale. If you think you may qualify as a "representative of all eligible tenant buyers" or "eligible bidder," you should consider contacting an attorney of appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code, the potential rights described herein shall apply only to public auctions taking place on or after January 1, 2021, through December 31,2025, unless later extended. Date: 12/18/2025 National Default Servicing Corporation c/o Tiffany and Bosco, P.A., its agent, 1455 Frazee Road, Suite 820 San Diego, CA 92108 Toll Free Phone: 888-264-4010 Sales Line 714-730-2727; Sales Website: www.ndscorp.com Deandre Garland, Trustee Sales Representative A-4861117 Published Colton Courier 01/01/2026, 01/08/2026, 01/15/2026 C-726
Published in Colton Courier C-723 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250011507 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/10/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: SAVVY METAL GROUP, 488 S YUCCA AVE, RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 488 S YUCCA AVE, RIALTO, CA 92376 Name: JS PATEL GROUP LLC, 626 N AZUSA AVE #225, AZUSA, CA 91702 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ JUGAL PATEL, PRESIDENT
Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). 12/25/25,1/1,1/8, Published 1/15/26
Published in Colton Courier C-724 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250011810 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/18/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: JR PRO SERVICES & LIVE SCAN CENTER, 255 E HIGHLAND AVE SUITE 2, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 255 E HIGHLAND AVE SUITE 2, SAN BERNARDINO, CA 92404 # of Employees: 1 Name: JORGE E ROJAS This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on AUG 27, 2010 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ JORGE E ROJAS, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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 Professions Code). and 12/25/25,1/1,1/8, Published 1/15/26
Published in Colton Courier C-725 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250011409 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/08/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MELODIE IN MOTION, 16405 COMANCHE ST., VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 16405 COMANCHE ST., VICTORVILLE, CA 92395 # of Employees: 0 Name: MELODIE R OROSCO This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAY 29, 2025 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ MELODIE R OROSCO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). Published 12/25/25,1/1,1/8, 1/15/26
Published in Colton Courier C-704 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250010632 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 11/12/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: PAVILLION SMILE DENTAL CARE, 2094 W. REDLANDS BLVD. SUITE 103, REDLANDS, CA 92373 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 2094 W. REDLANDS BLVD. SUITE 103, REDLANDS, CA 92373 Name: LUZVIMINDA V. DAYRIT, DDS, INC., 12188 FOOTHILL
BLVD STE 101, RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA 91739 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on 04/04/2022 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ LUZVIMINDA DAYRIT, CEO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). Published 11/27,12/4,12/11, 12/18/25 Corrected: 12/25/25, 1/1, 1/8, 1/15/26
Published in Colton Courier C-728 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20260000067 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/06/2026 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: DEM JACKSON BOYZ, 10570 ARLETTE COURT, ADELANTO, CA 92301 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 10570 ARLETTE COURT, ADELANTO, CA 92301 Name: LEONARD L JACKSON JR This business is/was conducted by (a/an): INDIVIDUAL Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on JAN 18, 2018 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ LEONARD L JACKSON JR, OWNER Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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 Professions Code). and Published 1/15,1/22,1/29,2/5/26
Published in Colton Courier C-729 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20260000119 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 01/09/2026 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: QUICK QUACK CAR WASH, 313 E FOOTHILL BLVD, RIALTO, CA 92376 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 6020 W OAKS BLVD, STE 300, ROCKLIN, CA 95765 Name: QUICK QUACK CAR WASH HOLDINGS, LLC, 6020 WEST OAKS BLVD SUITE #300, ROCKLIN, CA 95765 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: DE Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 201718410316 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on MAR 16, 2025 By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material matter pursuant to Section 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ THOMAS HOUDEK, CFO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). Published 1/15,1/22,1/29,2/5/26
Published in Colton Courier C-730 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250012113 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/30/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: MENARD USA, 3025 VENTURE RD, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 County of Principal Place of Business: EL DORADO Business mailing address: 3025 VENTURE RD, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 Name: FARRELL DESIGNBUILD COMPANIES, INC., 3025 VENTURE ROAD, PLACERVILLE, CA 95667 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA Inc./Org./Reg. No.: 2168791 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ RICHARD HAMMERS, CFO Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). Published 1/15,1/22,1/29,2/5/26
Published in Colton Courier C-727 Fictitious Business Name Statement FBN20250011839 Statement filed with the County Clerk of San Bernardino 12/19/2025 The following person(s) is (are) doing business as: ONTARIO EASTERN UNITED LITTLE LEAGUE, 1211 E I ST., ONTARIO, CA 91764 County of Principal Place of Business: SAN BERNARDINO Business mailing address: 628 S. PALM AVENUE, ONTARIO, CA 91762 # of Employees: 13 Name: ONTARIO EASTERN LITTLE LEAGUE, 628 S. PALM AVENUE, ONTARIO, CA 91762 State of Inc./Org./Reg.: CA No.: Inc./Org./Reg. B20250127958 This business is/was conducted by (a/an): CORPORATION Registrant commenced to transact business under the fictitious business name or names listed above on NOT APPLICABLE By signing, I declare that all information in this statement is true and correct. A registrant who declares as true any material pursuant to Section matter 17913 of the Business and Professions Code that the registrant knows to be false is guilty of a misdemeanor punishable by a fine not to exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000). /s/ NICOLE CHAVEZ, PRESIDENT Notice- In accordance with subdivision (a) of Section 17920, a fictitious name statement generally expires at the end of five years from the date on which it was filed in the Office of the County Clerk, except, as provided in Subdivision (b) of Section 17920, where it expires 40 days after any change in the facts set forth in the statement pursuant to Section 17913 other than a change in the residence address of a registered owner. A new fictitious business name statement must be filed before the expiration. The filing of this statement does not of 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). Published 1/1,1/8,1/15,1/22/26
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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE TS No. CA-25-1023928SH Order No.: 250524567-CAVOO YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 11/16/2007. 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 AGAINST PROCEEDING YOU, YOU SHOULD CONTACT A LAWYER. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, or cash equivalent if deemed acceptable to the trustee, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by 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 to the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state, will be held by duly appointed trustee. 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(s): BERNAVE PANIAGUA A MARRIED MAN AS HIS SOLE AND SEPARATE PROPERTY Recorded: 11/21/2007 as Instrument No. 2007-0661292 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of SAN BERNARDINO County, California; Date of Sale: 2/23/2026 at 1:00PM Place of Sale: At the main (south) entrance to the City of Chino Civic Center, located at 13220 Central Ave., Chino, CA 91710 Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $223,039.92 The purported property address is: 1101 NORTH MERIDIAN AVENUE, RIALTO, CA 92410 Assessor's Parcel No. : 0269-341-10-0-000 All bidders, at the date, time, and place of the scheduled sale, will be required to show satisfactory support to the auctioneer of their ability to pay the amount they intend to bid, unless arrangements have been made with the trustee prior to the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO POTENTIAL BIDDERS: If you are considering bidding on this property lien, you should understand that there are risks involved in bidding at a trustee auction. You will be bidding on a lien, not on the property itself. Placing the highest bid at a trustee auction does not automatically entitle you to free and clear ownership of the property. You should also be aware that the lien being auctioned off may be a junior lien. If you are the highest bidder at the auction, you are or may be responsible for paying off all liens senior to the lien being auctioned off, before you can receive clear title to the property. You are encouraged to investigate the existence, priority, and size of outstanding liens that may exist on this property by contacting the county recorder's office or a title insurance company, either of which may charge you a fee for this information. If you consult either of these resources, you should be aware that the same lender may hold more than one mortgage or deed of trust on the property. NOTICE TO PROPERTY OWNER: The sale date shown on this notice of sale may be postponed one or more times by the mortgagee, beneficiary, trustee, or a court, pursuant to Section 2924g of the California Civil Code. The law requires that information about trustee sale postponements be made available to you and to the public, as a courtesy to those not present at the sale. If you wish to learn whether your sale date has been postponed, and, if applicable, the rescheduled time and date for the sale of this property, you may call 916-939-0772 for information regarding the trustee's sale or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1023928-SH.
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about Information postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the internet website. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANT: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an "eligible tenant buyer," you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an "eligible bidder," you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call 619-645-7711, or visit this internet website http://www.qualityloan.com, using the file number assigned to this foreclosure by the Trustee: CA-25-1023928-SH to find the date on which the trustee's sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee's sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee's sale. If you think you may qualify as an "eligible tenant buyer" or "eligible bidder," you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE OWNEROCCUPANT: Any prospective owner-occupant as defined in Section 2924m of the California Civil Code who is the last and highest bidder at the trustee's sale shall provide the required affidavit or declaration of eligibility to the auctioneer at the trustee's sale or shall have it delivered to QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION by 5 p.m. on the next business day following the trustee's sale at the address set forth in the below signature block. NOTICE TO PROSPECTIVE POST-SALE OVER BIDDERS: For post-sale information in accordance with Section 2924m(e) of the California Civil Code, use file number CA-251023928-SH and call (866) or login to: 645-7711 http://www.qualityloan.com. The above statutorily mandatnotices to Tenant, ed Prospective Owner-Occupant, and Prospective Post-Sale Over Bidders are brief summaries of what may be required under Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. Compliance with all relevant provisions will be required. The undersigned Trustee disclaims liability for any any incorrectness of the property address or other common designation, if any, shown herein. 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 sale is set aside for any reason, including if the Trustee is unable to convey title, the Purchaser at the sale shall be entitled only to a return of the monies paid to the Trustee. This shall be the Purchaser's sole and exclusive remedy. The purchaser shall have no further recourse against the Trustor, the Trustee, the Beneficiary, the Beneficiary's Agent, or the Beneficiary'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 holders right's against the real property only. Date: QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION 2763 Camino Del Rio S San Diego, CA 92108 619-645-7711 For NON SALE information only Sale Line: 916-939-0772 Or Login to: http://www.qualityloan.com Post-Sale Information (CCC 2924m(e)): (866) 645-7711 Reinstatement or Payoff Line: (866) 645-7711 Ext 5318 QUALITY LOAN SERVICE CORPORATION TS No.: CA25-1023928-SH IDSPub #0282290 Published Rialto Record 1/1/2026 1/8/2026 1/15/2026 R-433
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T.S. No.: 2025-17772-CA APN: 0128-401-19-0-000 Property Address: 943 W VALENCIA ST, RIALTO, CA 92376 NOTICE OF TRUSTEE'S SALE YOU ARE IN DEFAULT UNDER A DEED OF TRUST DATED 10/10/2018. 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. A public auction sale to the highest bidder for cash, cashier's check drawn on a state or national bank, check drawn by a state or federal credit union, or a check drawn by a state or federal savings and loan association, or savings association, or savings bank specified in Section 5102 of the Financial Code and authorized to do business in this state will be held by the duly appointed trustee as shown below, of all right, title, and interest conveyed to and now held by the trustee in the hereinafter described property under and pursuant to a Deed of Trust described below. The sale will be made, but without covenant or warranty, expressed or implied, regarding title, possession, or encumbrances, to pay the remaining principal sum of the note(s) secured by the Deed of Trust, with interest and late charges thereon, as provided in the note(s), advances, under the terms of the Deed of Trust, interest thereon, fees, charges and expenses of the Trustee for the total amount (at the time of the initial publication of the Notice of Sale) reasonably estimated to The be set forth below. amount may be greater on the day of sale. Trustor: CHRISTINE TICEY, SINGLE WOMAN Duly Appointed Trustee: Nestor Solutions, LLC Deed of Trust Recorded 10/23/2018 as Instrument No. 2018-0386909 in Book -Page -- and modified by Loan Modification Agreement recorded on 03/27/2025 as Instrument 2025-0066376 of Official Records in the office of the Recorder of San Bernardino County, California Date of Sale: 1/26/2026 at 1:00 PM Place of Sale: At the main (south) entrance to the City of Chino Civic Center, 13220 Central Avenue, Chino, CA 91710Amount of unpaid balance and other charges: $260,236.32 Street Address or other common designation of real property: 943 W VALENCIA ST RIALTO, CA 92376A.P.N.: 0128-401-19-0000 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 2924g of the Section 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 or (888) 9023989 or visit these internet websites or www.nestortrustee.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-17772-CA. about Information postponements that are very short in duration or that occur close in time to the scheduled sale may not immediately be reflected in the telephone information or on the Internet Web site. The best way to verify postponement information is to attend the scheduled sale. NOTICE TO TENANTS: You may have a right to purchase this property after the trustee auction pursuant to Section 2924m of the California Civil Code. If you are an “eligible tenant buyer,” you can purchase the property if you match the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. If you are an “eligible bidder,” you may be able to purchase the property if you exceed the last and highest bid placed at the trustee auction. There are three steps to exercising this right of purchase. First, 48 hours after the date of the trustee sale, you can call or (888) 902-3989 or visit these internet websites or www.nestortrustee.com, using the file number assigned to this case 2025-17772-CA to find the date on which the trustee’s sale was held, the amount of the last and highest bid, and the address of the trustee. Second, you must send a written notice of intent to place a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 15 days after the trustee’s sale. Third, you must submit a bid so that the trustee receives it no more than 45 days after the trustee’s sale. If you think you may qualify as an “eligible tenant buyer” or “eligible bidder,” you should consider contacting an attorney or appropriate real estate professional immediately for advice regarding this potential right to purchase. Date: 12/22/2025 Nestor Solutions, LLC214 5th Street, Suite 205 Huntington Beach, California 92648 Sale Line: (888) 9023989 Amanda Guillen, Trustee Sale Officer This communication is from a debt collector. It is an attempt to collect a debt, and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. If you are a California resident, you may have additional rights under the Rosenthal Fair Debt Collection Practices Act. You may request, in writing, detailed information about your debt, including the balance, interest, fees, assignment history, and date of delinquency, at no cost to you. If you are currently in bankruptcy or have received a discharge in bankruptcy, this communication is not an attempt to collect a debt. It is for informational purposes only. EPP 46263 Published Rialto Record Pub Dates 01/01, 01/08, 01/15/2026 R-432
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 313 S. Riverside Ave, Rialto CA 92376, on January 27, 2026 at 11:30 am. Tashay Butler; Kera Lewis; Jesslyn Valdovinos; Jasmine Daniels; Jesus Rodriguez; Cheyanne Preston-Lee; Simon Schreifels. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123430 01-27-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-453
NOTICE OF PUBLIC SALE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to California Civil Code §756a and California Commercial Code §§ 7209 and 7210 that the following described property will be sold by Rialto Mobile Villa II, at public auction to the highest bidder with a cashier's check payable at time of sale to Rialto Mobile Villa II, on Friday, 30, 2026, at January 10:00a.m., at the following location: 250 N Linden Ave Space 218 aka 250 N Linden Ave 218 Rialto, CA 92376 The parties believed to claim an interest in the mobilehome are: Larry Elton Clelland aka Larry Clelland and Carol Rose Clelland aka Carol Clelland. Said sale is to be held without covenant or warranty as to possession, financing, encumbrances, or otherwise on an “as is,” “where is” basis. The property which will be sold is M A N U FA C T U R E R : FLEETWOOD TRADE NAME: FLEETWOOD NUMBER: MODEL UNKNOWN YEAR: 1974 H.C.D. DECAL NO: AAS5418 SERIAL NO.: S1494U, S1494X The current location of the subject property is: 250 N Linden Ave Space 218 aka 250 N Linden Ave 218, Rialto, CA 92376. The total amount due on this property, including estimated costs, expenses, and advances as of the date of the public sale, is Nineteen Thousand Nine Hundred Seventy-Two Dollars and Thirty-Three Cents ($19,972.33). The auction will be made for the purpose of satisfying the lien on the property, together with the cost of the sale. Dated: January 15, 2026 KIMBALL, TIREY & ST. JOHN By: Taylor R. McElroy, Authorized Agent for Rialto Mobile Villa II Contact: (Taylor McElroy) (619) 231-1422 CNS-4001800# PUBLISHED RIALTO RECORD 1/15, 1/22/26 R-449
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's Lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. 18777 Bloomington Ave, Bloomington, CA 92316, January 28, 2026 @ 9:45 am. Jermaine Hernandez. The auction will be listed and on advertised www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123414 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-451
NOTICE OF PETITION TO ADMINISTER ESTATE OF BARBARA J. STONESTREET
Case No. PROVA2500997 To all heirs, beneficiaries, creditors, contingent creditors, and persons who may otherwise be interested in the will or estate, or both, of BARBARA J. STONESTREET A PETITION FOR PROBATE has been filed by Marquece G. Stonestreet in the Superior Court of California, County of SAN BERNARDINO. THE PETITION FOR PROBATE requests that Marquece G. Stonestreet be appointed as personal representative to administer the estate of the decedent. THE PETITION requests the decedent's will and codicils, if any, be admitted to probate. The will and any codicils are available for examination in the file kept by the court. THE PETITION requests authority to administer the estate under the Independent Administration of Estates Act. (This authority will allow the personal representative to take many actions without obtaining court approval. Before taking certain very important actions, however, the personal representative will be required to give notice to
interested persons unless they have waived notice or consented to the proposed action.) The independent administration authority will be granted unless an interested person files an objection to the petition and shows good cause why the court should not grant the authority. A HEARING on the petition will be held on Feb. 11, 2026 at 9:00 AM in Dept. No. F1 located at 17780 ARROW BLVD, FONTANA CA 92335. IF YOU OBJECT to the granting of the petition, you should appear at the hearing and state your objections or file written objections with the court before the hearing. Your appearance may be in person or by your attorney. IF YOU ARE A CREDITOR or a contingent creditor of the decedent, you must file your claim with the court and mail a copy to the personal representative appointed by the court within the later of either (1) four months from the date of first issuance of letters to a general personal representative, as defined in 58(b) of the section California Probate Code, or (2) 60 days from the date of mailing or personal delivery to you of a notice under section 9052 of the California Probate Code. Other California statutes and legal authority may affect your rights as a creditor. You may want to consult with an attorney knowledgeable in California law. YOU MAY EXAMINE the file kept by the court. If you are a person interested in the estate, you may file with the court a Request for Special Notice (form DE154) of the filing of an inventory and appraisal of estate assets or of any petition or account as provided in Probate Code section 1250. A Request for Special Notice form is available from the court clerk. Attorney for petitioner: COLIN J GIBSON ESQ SBN 168978 LAW OFFICES OF COLIN J GIBSON ELYSIAN PARK 1353 DRIVE LOS ANGELES CA 90026 CN123445 STONESTREET Published Rialto Record Jan 8,15,22, 2026 R-448
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. 15723 Foothill Blvd Fontana Ca 92335, January 28, 2025, 12:00 pm. Jorge Monroy, Brian Cothren, Marlon Aguirre, Andrew Rodriquez. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123604 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-458
NOTICE OF PUBLIC LIEN SALE
Pursuant to the California SelfService Storage Facility Act, (B&P Code 21700et. seq.), the undersigned will sell at public auction, January 27th,2026 on personal property including but not limited to business equipment, electronics, furniture, clothing, tools and/or other miscellaneous items located at:
A-AMERICAN SELF STORAGE (formerly known as Space Place) 220 W. Valley Blvd Rialto, CA 92376 @ 8PM, via Storagetreasures.com STORED BY THE FOLLOWING PERSONS: Monique Hogg Chaotai Lewis Miguel Gonzalez Charles Mayoral Christopher Menjivar Ryan Hester
All sales are subject to prior cancellation. Terms, rules and
regulations available at sale. A-American Storage By Management Co. Inc. (310) 914-4022.
Published Rialto Record January 15, 2026 R-450 NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 15713 Valley Blvd. Fontana Ca. 92335 On January 28, 2026, at 10:30 AM. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Yovana Chaparro; Miesha Augustus; Juana Vargas; Jose Delapuente; Francisco Ramos. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the bidder takes winning possession of the personal property. CN123535 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-455
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. 17197 Valley Blvd. Fontana, CA 92335 on January 28, 2026, at 9:45 am. Stephanie Chavira. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123537 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-457
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. 13473 FOOTHILL BLVD FONTANA CA 92335, January 28, 2026, 10:45 AM. Mauricio Robles; Frank Salcido; Jim McMillan; Phyllis Ortega. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123523 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-454
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated: 309 S. Riverside Ave, Rialto CA 92376, on January 27, 2026 at 11:30 am. Haley Meisner. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above facility to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase up until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123429 01-27-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-452
NOTICE Extra Space Storage, on behalf of itself or its affiliates, Life Storage or Storage Express, will hold a public auction to satisfy Extra Space's lien, by selling personal property belonging to those individuals listed below at the location indicated. 3285 N Locust Ave Rialto, CA 92377 on January 28th, 2026, at 10:30 am. Jennifer Moreno; Yazid Almusleh; Laura Esqueda; Jeremy Gonzalez. The auction will be listed and advertised on www.storagetreasures.com. Purchases must be made with cash only and paid at the above referenced facility in order to complete the transaction. Extra Space Storage may refuse any bid and may rescind any purchase until the winning bidder takes possession of the personal property. CN123536 01-28-2026 Published Rialto Record Jan 15, 2026 R-456
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